Bahamas Nutz and Bolts

Country: Bahamas
Where is it?: Caribbean, chain of islands in the North Atlantic Ocean, southeast of Florida, northeast of Cuba
Why do people go here?: One of the most popular, and easiest to reach, island destinations near the United States. A bit overrun, but there’s enough sand and sun to go around.
What are the main entry points?: Bahamas has seven international airports, the one at the capital (Nassau) and Feeport being the most common. Flight from the US are plentiful, as are cruise ships.
Currency used: Bahamian dollar (BSD)
Country Code: 1-242
Religion: Baptist 32%, Anglican 20%, Roman Catholic 19%, Methodist 6%, Church of God 6%, other Protestant 12%, none or unknown 3%, other 2%
Population: 299,697
Ethnic Breakdown: Black 85%, white 12%, Asian and Hispanic 3%
Government: Constitutional parliamentary democracy
Languages: English (official), Creole (among Haitian immigrants)
Major Cities: Nassau
Attractions: Nassau, Fishing, Relaxation
Accommodations: Bahamas Hostels, Bahamas Hotels
Tourism Office locations and links: Bahamas-Ministry of Tourism PO Box N-3701, Bay Street Nassau, The Bahamas +1-809-322 7500, +1-809-322 8634; FAX +1-809-328 0945 //www.interknowledge.com/Bahamas/
Health Issues: A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required from travellers over 1 year of age coming from infected areas.
When to go: The Bahamas are beautiful year round, although you’ll get cheaper prices if you avoid the snowbirds.
Specific Events/Holidays: Independence Day, 10 July (1973)
Getting Around: There are a couple of inter-island ferries, but no public transportation to take you around once you arrive. Plan on hiring a car.

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