There's definitely no shortage of fun in the Nassau and neighboring Paradise Island area. Enjoy skimming along the turquoise blue waters in a boat and sun yourself on the white-sand beaches all day and then settle in for a glorious sunset to start your night off right. Take part in some gambling fun and then relax with a game of golf or enjoy a day of bustling shopping. No matter what your plans are during your vacation, the Nassau and Paradise Island area will make your vacation one that you'll never forget.

Weather and Geography

At the junction of the Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea lies the Islands of the Bahamas. The islands are almost surrounded by coral reefs. For vacationing, the weather in the Bahamas doesn't get much better. The temperatures can range from the mid-60's to the mid-90's depending on what time of year you go. But no matter what time you go, you should expect the sun to shine as it does on an average of 320 days a year.

Quick Facts

• It's been documented that pirates used Nassau as their operational base in the 1600's.



• Bahamians host cookouts and fundraising events almost every Saturday on the street level of the beach in Western Esplanade.

Expert Travel Tips

• If you love to dive, make sure you see the blue hole. It will be one of the more interesting dives that you do. It's a natural hole in the ocean where you'll see all kinds of schools of fish swim by like angelfish and chromis.



• Enjoy bargain shopping at Straw Market.



• Charter a deep-sea fishing boat and try your hand at catching some tuna or mackerel.



• If you're visiting with kids, make sure you take in mega-resort Atlantis. It's a must-visit.

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