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 New Providence Island --  Encyclopædia Britannica   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
With a length of 21 miles (34 km) and a width of 7 miles, the island is mostly flat, with swamps and several shallow lakes.
Providence is the seat of Providence County and is located at the head of Narragansett Bay on the Providence River, only 27 miles (43 kilometers) from the Atlantic Ocean.
New England's coast was settled by the Pilgrims and the Puritans in the 17th century.
www.britannica.com /eb/article-9055501?tocId=9055501   (893 words)

  
 Nassau, New Providence Island and Paradise Island, The Bahamas, Travel, Hotel, Restaurant and Activities Vacation Guide ...
To the northeast of Paradise Island is Salt Cay (Blue Lagoon Island) and east of Paradise Island is Athol Island.
The large lake in the center of New Providence Island is Lake Killarney, which is brackish and not suitable for swimming.
Paradise Island (historically known as Hog Island until 1962) is approximately 650 acres in size and is accessed by 2 large bridges (each has one-way traffic, the Western Bridge is northbound to Paradise Island and the Eastern Bridge is southbound to New Providence Island).
www.cariberesource.com /bahamas/nassau.html   (2642 words)

  
 Nassau/Paradise Island, New Providence Reference, history, folklore
The the population of New Providence was last reported as 172,196.
Formerly know as Hog Island because that is where the farm animals were kept necessary to subsidize the settlers diet.
King was born in Nassau and from the age of 13 to 18 was a professional jockey in New Providence and found time still to work in local clubs playing with performers.
islands.thebahamian.com /newprovidence.html   (948 words)

  
 Islands.com | Nassau (New Providence)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
Nassau, the capital of New Providence island, was a cosmopolitan jet-set playground long before the first jet ever flew.
Each island is covered in overview, along with activities, accommodations, and all the other travel basics (including transportation between islands).
Welcome to the official home of the island’s famed Junkanoo carnival, complete with a history of the festival and calendar of events, as well as audio, and video.
www.islands.com /nassau   (642 words)

  
 New Providence   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
Both locals and vacationers tend to use the term "Nassau" to identify the island of New Providence, but the city proper is located on the north side of the island.
For all of Nassau's ties with history, nearby Paradise Island is tied to the futre.
The island is also home of The Cloisters, the ruins of a 14th century French monastery that were purchased by William Randolph Hearst in the 1920s and later moved to the island.
www.parisandjohn.com /bahamas/new-providence.html   (563 words)

  
 Nassau New Providence, Paradise Island & Cable Beach Bahamas Information   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
Although one of the smallest islands New Providence is home to the historic city of Nassau, and is home to about 2/3 of the roughly 302,000 inhabitants of the Bahamas.
Before continuing on towards New Providence’s western end, you can make a quick stop at Traveller's Rest or at Compass Point for a refreshment overlooking the ocean.
The Retreat on the eastern end of the island is the headquarters of the Bahamas National Trust, where there are some 200 species of palms and other exotic plants in five acres of garden.
www.majesticholidays.com /new_providence/new_providence.htm   (1249 words)

  
 Feature story archive - New Providence Island, The Bahamas: Nassau, Cable Beach & Paradise Island Travel Guide - ...
Beyond the historic charm of Nassau and Paradise Island, beyond the state-of-the-art luxury and efficiency of Freeport and Lucaya, the real Bahamas is sprinkled over 100,000 square miles of the Atlantic.
Nassau is blessed with a plethora of arenas for adventure, both on land and in and on the omnipresent ocean.
Far from the glitz and glamour of Paradise Island and Cable Beach, several remote communities here represent a side of New Providence seldom...
www.caribbean.com /jsp/features.jsp?currentDestination=1   (1163 words)

  
 The New York Times: Restaurants
Its diner-style booths provide a comfortable backdrop for the inexpensive menu of traditional Bahamian and American food, from conch salad and minced lobster tail to steak or a BLT.
A short taxi ride from Paradise Island or downtown Nassau, this is the perfect spot if you're seeking something a little different from the typical area restaurants.
This favorite haunt of locals, east of the bridge from Paradise Island, is a quick cab ride from the center of town.
www.nytimes.com /top/features/travel/destinations/bermudaandcaribbean/bahamas/restaurants_name.html   (7102 words)

  
 Nassau Bahamas - New Providence Island, Bahamas and Paradise Island, Bahamas   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
Nassau is the center of industry, commerce and communications and presents a special charm which captures the elegance of the old world while at the same time incorporating up-to-the-minute modern features.
Beautiful Paradise Island is linked to Nassau by bridge and has gorgeous beaches, luxury hotels, a large casino and first class entertainment.
New Providence is home to Nassau--the nation's capital is the center of industry and commerce in the Bahamas and serves an interesting blend of old world colonial architecture, vast straw markets, and an abundance of people combined with sophisticated new world luxury reminiscent of the 007 movies.
thebahamasguide.com /islands/nassau   (449 words)

  
 New Providence : Introduction | Frommers.com
One million visitors a year have cast their vote: They want to visit Nassau, adjoining Cable Beach, or Paradise Island (which is covered separately in chapter 4).
The commercial and banking hub of The Bahamas, as well as a mecca for shoppers, Nassau lies on the north side of New Providence, which is 34km (21 miles) long and 11km (7 miles) wide at its greatest point.
In addition, the resorts, restaurants, and beaches of Paradise Island, discussed in the next chapter, are just a short distance away.
www.frommers.com /destinations/newprovidence/0251010001.html   (607 words)

  
 MSN Encarta - Search Results - New Providence (island Bahamas)
Nassau (The Bahamas), city, capital, and chief port of the Commonwealth of the Bahamas, on the northeastern coast of New Providence Island.
Rhode Island, state in the northeastern United States, in New England, officially the State of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations.
Search for books about your topic, "New Providence (island Bahamas)"
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 Nassau, Cable Beach, Paradise Island, New Providence info, geography, maps, culture, history, activities
New Providence Island is a very popular tourist destination.
The last census was performed in 2000 and the population of New Providence was 212,432.
While it is more than adequately equipped with fine hotels and entertainment, the Atlantis-Paradise Island resort and casino expanded to include more aquariums housing salt water fish, underwater walks, and sharks, and a new 50,000 square foot casino was built.
www.the-bahama-islands.com /nas1.html   (598 words)

  
 Tour Nassau Bahamas Vacation Adventure - Tour Nassau Bahamas Islands Webguide - New Providence Island Travel to Nassau ...
New Providence Island is home to a majority of the country's population as well as the capital city, Nassau, and across the bay is the popular resort destination, Paradise Island.
And like most of other exotic islands, there are miles of sandy white beaches to enjoy here and many exciting watersport activities.
Paradise Island is connected to Nassau by both bridge ($2 toll) and water-taxi.
www.maintour.com /bahamas/nassau.htm   (1480 words)

  
 Bahamas Travel Guide | Fodor's Online
It wouldn't be surprising, for the sea is the prevailing feature of this country of more than 700 islands -- approximately 75% of the country lies underwater, and its shores are rimmed by some of the world's great barrier reefs.
Nassau, the country's capital, is a bustling town on New Providence Island with shops, nightclubs, and an enviable array of restaurants, glitzy casinos, and posh hotels.
To escape New Providence's and Grand Bahama's crowds and glittering modernity, hop a plane, boat, or even a helicopter to one of the Out Islands.
fodors.com /miniguides/mgresults.cfm?destination=naples_pompeii@18&...   (448 words)

  
 Bahamas: Nassau, New Providence - Island Projection - Climatology of Caribbean Hurricanes - 1851-2004
Often the location of the island weather station was used, which is normally at the airport.
Different projections can be selected, the island projections are most zoomed in (select if you want to see how close the systems passed by the island [not available for regions]), while the world projection most zoomed out (select when you want to see the complete path of the storm).
It is also calculated how close the center of the storm came to the island, the so-called closest point of approach (cpoa, in miles).
stormcarib.com /climatology/MYNN_dec_isl.htm   (256 words)

  
 Providence Hotels, Providence Biltmore Hotel, Downtown Rhode Island
"The Grand Dame of Providence", the Providence Biltmore Hotel is the epitome of charm and elegance.
Located in the center of the Capital City in Rhode Island, the hotel is in close proximity to all that the city has to offer.
The Providence Biltmore Hotel is the preferred destination for the discerning traveler looking for a quality experience and impeccable service beyond the myriad of Rhode Island Hotels.
www.providencebiltmore.com   (170 words)

  
 Bahamas flights hotels villas Nassau New Providence Island Paradise Island Cable Beach Grand Bahama
The Spanish explorers who discovered these islands just off the coast of Florida were astonished by the extraordinary colour and beauty of the surrounding waters.
First there is New Providence the main island and home of Nassau the capital city.
These islands offer charming little towns and villages, miles of breathtaking beaches, small family owned hotels, world class sports and the true recipe for rest and relaxation.
www.traveldata.co.uk /caribbean/bahamas.html   (222 words)

  
 Bahamas : Introduction : The Best Romantic Hotels & Resorts | Frommers.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
Staff members lend their experience and talent to on-site wedding celebrations; Sandals will provide everything from a preacher to flowers, as well as champagne and a cake.
It's small (31 rooms) and civilized in an understated way; the charming, clapboard-covered village of New Plymouth is nearby, accessible by motor launch or, even better, a 45-minute walk across windswept scrublands.
The sleepy island itself is one of the most beautiful in The Bahamas, and honeymooners fit into the grand scheme of things perfectly.
www.frommers.com /destinations/bahamas/0205020869.html   (789 words)

  
 Bahamas / Nassau & Paradise Island
As you go east, just past the bridge to Paradise Island, there is the boating heart of Nassau/Paradise Island with a number of marinas and boats for hire.
Large tracts of pine trees and rolling hills dominate the central portions of Nassau/Paradise Island, and the island's perimeter is marked by miles of fine white sand beach.
After golfing or tennis or swimming, why not try some of the native cuisine of The Bahamas: Conch fritters, grouper fingers, peas 'n' rice, boiled fish, johnnycake and guava duff are just a few of the tasty dishes, all of which go just right with a tropical drink in your hand.
www.interknowledge.com /bahamas/bsnpin01.htm   (714 words)

  
 Bahamas Hotel, Caribbean Travel - Sandals Royal Bahamian Resort & Spa
The resort sits on a nice stretch of Cable Beach and the landscape has been expanded with new lush tropical plantings, providing lots of romantic spots.
A 12,000 square foot pool with swim-up bar was built, complimenting the already existing heated pool (with elaborate Roman pillars), three mini-pools, one misting pool, and five whirlpools.
A new beachfront watersports complex provides all sorts of watersports with instruction and equipment.
www.wheretostay.com /islands/resorts/677.html   (978 words)

  
 USATODAY.com - Bahamians Begin Cleanup From Jeanne   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
The island chain's government sent tons of aid to the two hardest hit islands.
Jeanne did little, if any damage, on the rest of the Bahamas' islands, including New Providence Island where the largest city, Nassau, and the Paradise Island resort area, are located.
Many parts of Freeport on Grand Bahama island, the second-largest city in the low-lying island chain, remained without electricity or running water.
www.usatoday.com /weather/hurricane/2004-09-28-bahamas-cleanup_x.htm   (395 words)

  
 Travel Guide to Paradise Island attractions, museums, beaches, golf and parks, Paradise Island, Bahamas.   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
As well as providing daily scheduled transportation between Nassau and Eleuthera, Bahamas Ferries also offers visitors the chance to experience the islands of the Bahamas in a way never before available.
It is organized as a hands-on expedition to explore the natural habitat living off the land and the sea, learning survival skills interacting with inhabitants and experiencing island culture.
Enjoy stunning island views while taking a thrilling ride on a helicopter, it is sure to be a different experience from all those in the island
www.nassau-hotel.com /travel_guide/tours_adventure.html   (489 words)

  
 Providence Hotel, Rhode Island Bed and Breakfast, The State House Inn
Centrally located in Providence, Rhode Island, our quiet and quaint neighborhood is close to all of Providence's many attractions and sites.
Providence College is only a five minute drive away.
The State House Inns of Providence, RI are a group of three Bed and Breakfast Hotels all centrally located near the Rhode Island State Capitol Building.
www.providence-inn.com   (242 words)

  
 Providence, Rhode Island Bed and Breakfast Inn, Providence Hotel, Rhode Island Vacation Lodging Accommodation, RI, ...
The Christopher Dodge House Bed and Breakfast Inn, one of the State House Inns of Providence properties, is a stunning 3-story brick Italianate mansion newly renovated into a luxury bed and breakfast hotel.
One of the few small luxury hotels in Providence, RI, the Providence bed and breakfast is truly an architectural gem featuring 11 foot ceilings, marble fireplace mantels, ornate plaster moldings and many original tin ceilings.
A century of rental use took its toll on the property and it was the pleasure of the present proprietors, Kenneth and Phyllis Parker and Frank and Monica Hopton, to restore it to it's original stately grandeur as they converted it to a luxury bed and breakfast hotel.
www.providence-hotel.com   (340 words)

  
 Orange Hill Beach Inn - Our family welcomes you to our hotel and Nassau Bahamas
Welcome to Orange Hill Beach Inn, your Bahamas hotel destination with the charm of the family islands and all the conveniences of home.
We have a variety of rooms at our family hotel to choose from and our rates are very reasonable.
New Providence island (Nassau - Bahamas) is the perfect spot for a week-long family vacation, a long weekend away or an overnight stay before you travel to one of the Bahamian out-islands.
www.orangehill.com   (393 words)

  
 Bahamas Outdoors, Nassau bahamas Birding, Nature and Off-Road Bicycling Tours
For the nature lover, this is an excellent way to experience the island away from the crowds and the concrete jungle.
Provided: All equipment and safety equipment, refreshments and fresh fruit, use of binoculars.
She is one of the first Bahamas Ministry of Tourism certified Birding Tour Guides and offers a range of bird watching tours in Nassau and the Family Islands of the Bahamas.
www.bahamasoutdoors.com   (683 words)

  
 Aerial Photography of the United States and Caribbean by Aerials Only featuring the Bahamas
Deserted Island * Abaco * Andros * Berry Island * Bimini Island
New Providence Island * Paradise Island * Spanish Wells
Chub Cay, W1 Chub Cay, W2 Chub Cay & Bird Cay, W3 Chub Cay, Bird Cay, Whale Cay, W4 Bird Cay, Whale Cay to Hoffmans Cay, W5 Bimini Island
www.skypic.com /baha.htm   (472 words)

  
 Bahama Islands
This pretty island is flat and except for the beaches, is forested in pine trees.
Like most Bahama and Caribbean islands, the beaches have their share of palm trees, most canted at the pleasing angles seen in commercials and movies.
All in all, this island is a great place to visit if you need a change of pace and want to slow the world down for a week or so.
robertac2.home.mindspring.com /bahamais.html   (516 words)

  
 Dave and Denise in the Bahamas   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
Divi is a charming, quiet resort on the opposite side of New Providence Island from Nassau.
Spanish explorers aptly named the region within the islands the "Shallow Sea," or in Spanish, "Bajamar," from which the word "Bahamas" is derived.
The original inhabitants, the Lucayans, were devastated through contact with the Spanish in the early 16th century, both from disease and subjection to the slave trade.
users.owt.com /dj_senor/trips/bahamas.html   (791 words)

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