Bahamas
Overview
The Bahamas, known officially as the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, is a country within the Lucayan Archipelago of the West Indies in the Atlantic. It takes up 97% of the Lucayan Archipelago's land area and is home to 88% of the archipelago's population. The archipelagic state consists of fewer than 700 islands, cays, and islets in the Atlantic Ocean, and is located north of Cuba and northwest of the island of Hispaniola (split between Haiti and the Dominican Republic) and the Turks and Caicos Islands, southeast of the US state of Florida, and east of the Florida Keys. The capital is Nassau on the island of New Providence.
Bahamas - Quick Facts
Languages
English
Continent
North America
Population
0.39 million
Capital City
Nassau
Best Time to Visit
December to April
Drinkable Tap Water
No
Religion
Christianity
Plug Type
Type A, Type B
Safety
Travel Advisory
Level 2 - Exercise increased caution
The Bahamas is generally a safe destination for tourists. However, like any other country, it has its share of crime. Tourists are advised to take standard precautions to ensure their safety.
Remember to get your travel insurance! Our recommended insurer is SafetyWing
Budget
Currency
$ - Bahamian dollar
Places to Visit in Bahamas
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