Language: English

Currency: Bahamian Dollar on par with the US $

Shopping: Most of the stores are along an eight block stretch of Bay Street in Nassau.

Watches have always been an excellent buy and are available in most stores. No shortage of

t-shirt shops and the obligatory trek to the downtown straw market is traditional. Straw hats, straw bags, straw shoes, straw underwear, just about anything made from straw. As in any primary resort destination you will find most food and beverage quite expensive.

Port Facilities: The cruise ship docks right in the middle of town. Just a quick walk away from the pier and within a block is the main shopping district.

Transportation: A ferry commutes between the dock area and Paradise Island. Taxis and even luxurious air-conditioned limousines are always available in most every location. Horse drawn carriages are available across from the dock at Rawson Square for short 20 minute tours of the downtown area.

Beaches: The islands of Paradise Island are always "happening" and are easily reached by taxi. There are also very nice beaches located near the Cable Beach hotels.

Points of Interest: Atlantis Resort on Paradise Island has established itself as the attraction of choice. The Queen’s Staircase, Fort Fincastle and Fort Charlotte, Coral World all are worth the time. Several ships offer out island excursions to Blue Lagoon (also known by other monikers) .

EXCURSIONS AND ACTIVITIES

CITY AND PARADISE ISLAND TOUR:

Duration: 2 hrs Transport: Minivan

This tour provides a combination of history from a visit to Fort Charlotte, to beauty found at the Queens Staircase, and enjoyment while walking through the "waterworld" theme at the exciting resort of Atlantis. An interesting overview of both Nassau and Paradise Island. Inexpensive and recommended for the first time visitor.

Optional Activities: Submarine tours, glass-bottomed boat trips, beach parties available, excellent golf and party cruises

………Know Before You Go!!!!!……….

As home to hundred’s of ship visits, Nassau is no stranger when it comes to cruise visitors. They have found every conceivable way to entertain the day’s visitor. Although it is so easy to simply walk downtown from the ship, there is so much to see if you just allow 2 hours for a bit of sightseeing. Shops catering to the cruise visitor almost smother a street walking passenger on Bay Street. The new resort facilities at Atlantis is spectacular.