Sail Away
Nassau is the capital, largest city, and commercial centre of the Commonwealth of the Bahamas. The city has a population of 260,000 (2008 census), nearly 70 percent of the entire population of the Bahamas (303,611). Lynden Pindling International Airport, the major airport for the Bahamas, is located about 10 miles (16 kilometres) west of Nassau city centre, and has daily flights to major cities in the United Kingdom, United States, Canada and the Caribbean. The city is located on the island of New Providence, which functions much like a federal district. While there is no local government, it is governed directly as an administrative division of the national government.
Located on New Providence Island, Nassau has an attractive harbor, a colorful blend of old world and colonial architecture and a busy port. The tropical climate and natural beauty of the Bahamas has made Nassau a popular tourist destination, with a reputation for relaxing days and an exciting nightlife.
Attractions
The Carnival Cruise ship arrives at New Providence and we disembark and begin our tour of Nassau. Our guides first stop is the liquor store where we stock up on Bahama beer. We receive a brief history of Nassau as we arrive at Fort Charlotte. We shop at the surrounding market before we climb up to the top and catch a beautiful view of the island and cruise ship off in the distance. Our next stop is the amazing Atlantis Hotel and then spend the remainder of the day relaxing on the beach.
Visited: 2009 (2nd Anniversary)
Quick Photos
Nassau Tower
Nassau Beach
Beer Anyone?
