Destination information
Mmmm...the Bahamas – holiday heaven. The climate is mild year-round, the beaches are excellent and there's plenty to do. One day you can be snorkeling, the next feeding sharks! You can even swim with dolphins - the highlight of many a Bahamas holiday. New Providence is home to Nassau and famous Cable Beach. Grand Bahama has a more laid-back feel with miles of incredible south-facing beaches. The Abaco Islands are larger but less populated, making them ideal for a back-to-nature experience. The Bahamas is known as 'the sailing capital of the world', and hopping aboard a yacht is certainly a great way to explore its hidden coves and deserted beaches!
We have a great selection of hotels for you to choose from too, whether you're looking for romantic seclusion or fun and excitement for all the family. And don't forget, if you’re on a Bahamas inclusive holiday your meals at your resort are already paid for so you can get on with enjoying your break. Perfect.
Read on to find out more about our great range of Bahamas holiday packages:
Eats & drinks
Local Living
Small beer - £2.70
Can of coke - £1.35
Loaf of bread - £1.50
Bottle of wine - £13.50
The above are approx local supermarket costs.
Sightseeing ideas
Key Events
01 Jan - Junkanoo Festival.
May Bahamas White Marlin Open - Abaco.
Jun - Junkanoo in June - weekly parades, native markets and native food at the Fish Fry.
10 Jul - Independence Day.
1st Mon, Aug - Emancipation Day - Nassau.
Sep - Grand Bahama Carnival.
Please note: all events listed are for helpful information only and many are subject to entrance fees and/or prior reservation, and may be cancelled at any time. Please check with the relevant tourist office if you need further information on these or any of the other events in this region.
Star attractions
- Superb Beaches
- Water Sports
- Casinos and Nightclubs
- Straw Markets
- Golf
- Swim with Dolphins 1 Excellent Bonefishing
- Historic Nassau
- Duty-Free Shopping
Postcards from... Top ideas from our travel experts
Different destinations have different magic touches so make sure to check them out to see what makes your holiday with us so special.
Additional info
Beaches and Water Sports
National Trust-protected Gold Rock Beach on Grand Bahama Island is well worth a visit, as is Cabbage Beach on Paradise Island, Nassau. Abaco is great for diving and sailing, or hire a boat and go bonefishing!
Great for Golf
Navigate championship golf courses in glorious sunshine. There is Cable Beach golf course on Nassau, Treasure Cay golf course on the Abacos and Lucaya golf course on Grand Bahama island, to name but a few.
Sea-life Encounters
Feed the great hammerhead and tiger sharks on an organised excursion. You can also live the dream and swim with dolphins. Various trips introduce you to these awesome creatures with minimum intrusion.
Total Flexibility
Whilst a perfect destination for a beach holiday, why not spend some time in Miami or Orlando on your way out? Mix in a theme park experience at popular WALT DISNEY WORLD Resort or Universal Studios®; take an airboat ride across The Everglades; enjoy great-value shopping and add all sorts of fun into your tropical holiday - it's so easy.
Concierge Service - exclusive to Virgin Holidays customers
This exclusive service puts you in touch with our resort reps before you even leave the UK, allowing you to ask questions, check out facts and purchase a complete range of excursion tickets from our experts on the ground.
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Check In Chill Out is our fantastic service that allows you to soak up the sun right until the last minute.
This service is available at selected hotels in Barbados, Antigua, Tobago, Grenada and St Lucia. Check with your rep in resort if you aren’t staying at one of the participating hotels as you may be able to use a location nearby. Simply look for the Check In Chill Out icon on participating hotel pages.
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