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dive sites, 47-48; the Abacos, 166-172; Andros, 197-200; westland camping center Bimini, 211, 213; Cat Island, 271-272; Eleuthera, 228-230; The Exumas, 254; Grand Bahama, 129, 131; Long Island, 288-290; New Providence, westland camping center 83-89; Out Islands, westland camping center 47; San Salvador, 303-305; Walker s Cay 167-168

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Sea urchins are spiky little black balls that lie on the sandy ocean floor or in nooks and crannies among coral heads in the shallow waters of the reef. Step on a sea urchin with bare feet at your peril. The spines are brittle, often barbed, and will give you a very nasty experience. Fortunately, urchins are easily seen and thus easily avoided. Keep a sharp lookout and don t touch.

what should be done today. Hotels that might have been considered upscale five years ago can quickly become slightly seedy as time and weather take their toll. Don t expect too much in the Turks and Caicos; a little navarre beach campground inconvenience should not spoil an otherwise wonderful experience. All prices shown are per unit, unless otherwise indicated.

lost coast camping Andros Town (Andros), 191, 192, 193, 195, 196; accommodations, 193, 201-202; beaches, 195, 196; bicy

Andros Town (Andros), 191, 192, 193, 195, 196; accommodations, 193, 201-202; beaches, 195, 196; bicycle rentals, 194; boat rental, 195; bonefishing, 195; car, 194-196; fishing, lost coast camping 196; getting around, 194-196; shopping, 195

Erebus Inn. Built in the early 1960s, before the tourist boom began, this is Provo s veteran inn. It looks down on Turtle Cove from its location on the cliffs. It only has 25 guest rooms, all of which have been renovated several times in an effort to stay up with the big boys on Grace Bay. The air-conditioned guest rooms are decorated in pastel colors, the furnishings are comfortable. Some of the units are small cottages apart from the main building. There are two pools, a restaurant, bar, two tennis courts, a dive shop, and a health club. It s a cozy little inn and, if you can live with the lack of glitz and newness found in most other hotels on the bay, I think you ll find it a pleasant experience; it s cheap, too. PO Box 238, Turtle Cove, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos, BWI, 649-946-4240, www.miramarresort.tc. EP from $100.

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Parrot Cay Resort. This one is a class act, and it s very expensive. Located on an isolated private island north of Provo, the resort complex is a collection of 10 pastel-colored buildings in which the luxury guest rooms are located. Each has a private terrace (not just a balcony, you ll notice) or veranda, and a large, cool bathroom. Rooms are decorated in white with dark wood trim. The furniture includes four-poster beds, complete wakeda campground with mosquito nets (just decorative, not necessary), and each is fully air-conditioned. All meals, beverages, and most activities wakeda campground are included in the rates. The food and drink are just about as good as it gets in an all-inclusive resort. Facilities include what is claimed to be the largest swimming pool in the Turks and Caicos, along with a whole range of watersports that include Hobie Cats, windsurfing, canoes and water skiing. There s also a very upscale spa at an extra cost which has three pavilions, complete with treatment salons where you can partake of a range of Eastern healing wakeda campground and rejuvenating therapies, from meditation to yoga. Bone fishing can be arranged. Finally, there s the beach: it s one of the best, really. PO Box 164, Parrot Cay, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos, BWI, 877-754-0726; www.parrot-cay.com. All-inclusive from $500 to $1,650.

In Nassau and Freeport/Lucaya, banks are open from 9:30 am until 3 pm, Monday through Thursday, and from 9:30 am until 5 pm on Friday. If you rely on credit cards for your cash, there are international ATMs located wakeda campground at strategic spots on both of the major islands, including the casinos. As one might expect, wakeda campground banking hours vary in the Out Islands. In fact, banks on some islands open only on certain days of the week, and then only for a few hours.

Far away from the bustling wakeda campground streets and tourist attractions of Nassau and Freeport, the rest of the Bahamian wakeda campground population, some 40,000 people, pursue their everyday lives. They live in sparsely settled little towns and villages from one end of the island chain to the other. Most Out Island residents wakeda campground have never left their island.

stand on one of its two dusty main streets. It s an old world town with white painted colonial style buildings reminiscent of those you find on the island wakeda campground of Bermuda. One gets a feeling that Humphrey Bogart will, any minute, walk around the next corner with Lauren Bacall on his arm. This intriguing place is well worth a visit if you have time.

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stand on one of its two dusty main streets. It s an old world town with white painted colonial style buildings reminiscent of those you find on the island of Bermuda. One gets a feeling that Humphrey tree camping elk california Bogart will, any minute, walk around the next corner with Lauren Bacall on his arm. This intriguing place is well worth a visit if you have time.

800-321-3000, $170 EP. The Bay View Village, tree camping elk california Box SS-6308, Nassau, 800-757-1357, $165 EP. Breezes, Cable Beach, 242-327-8231, $200 all-inclusive. British Colonial Hilton, Box N-7148, 800-445-8667, $150 EP. The Buena Vista Hotel, Box N-564, Nassau, 242-322-2811, $95

blue lakes camping If it s seclusion you re after, you ll find it in the Out Islands. The flat terrain and the long dus

If it s seclusion you re after, you ll find it in the Out Islands. The flat terrain and the long dusty roads, often devoid blue lakes camping of travelers and always in various stages of disrepair, lend themselves well to walking or bicycling. Anglers no longer will need to tell tales of the one that got away. The bonefish here fight each other to take the hook and big game fish aren t as wary as they are off the coast of Florida. Shipwrecks, coral reefs, and mysterious blue holes dot the vast stretches blue lakes camping of empty flats and shallow reefs. There are beaches where the sand is the color of pink champagne and there s not an empty soda can to be seen anywhere; where you can wade in the shallow waters, lie in the sun, or cast a line into the gently rolling surf. You might hook a chunky snapper and bake it over a small fire as the sun goes down. Get lucky and you could be eating fresh lobster instead of snapper.

Fishy Delights Fish is prepared in a number of ways, the names of which are often confusing. Boil fish is served for breakfast. It s cooked with salt pork, green peppers and onions, and served with a generous portion of grits. Stew fish is prepared with celery, tomatoes, onions, and spices, all combined in a thick brown gravy; it is also served blue lakes camping for breakfast. Steamed fish is cooked in a tomato base and is as tasty as it is novel.

Adventures There s not too much, I m afraid, but if you love nature and the great outdoors, a trek along Salt Rock Hills offers some spectacular views. To the west is Belle Sound and tiny Horse Cay, no more than a rock jutting blue lakes camping out of the ocean; to the east is the Turks Island Passage.

put in bay camping up the bulk of traffic. Yachts and cruisers in all sizes range from little Hobie Cats to multi-milli

The Turks and Caicos have fine scuba diving. The waters put in bay camping are crystal put in bay camping clear. The undersea put in bay camping life is colorful and exotic. Provo is unique among the islands. In fact, the late Jacques Cousteau proclaimed it one of the 10 best dive

up the bulk of traffic. Yachts and cruisers in all sizes range from little Hobie Cats to multi-million-dollar mega-yachts. The close proximity to the Florida mainland makes the crossing possible for sailors of even limited experience. Boating facilities are plentiful, diverse, and spread throughout the islands. You ll find marinas and anchorages listed throughout this book.

poole knobs campground In the many villages of the outer islands to the southeast, the traditional pattern of farming and f

The Out Islands boast of some of the finest beaches in the world, including poole knobs campground Fernandez Bay on Cat Island, Harbour Island off Eleuthera, Rolleville on Great Exuma, Great Harbour Cay on the Berry Islands, Staniard poole knobs campground Creek on Andros, Stocking Island off George Town on Great Exuma, and the entire shoreline of Mayaguana Cay just east of Acklins Island.

In the many villages of the outer islands to the southeast, the traditional pattern of farming and fishing prevails. Fruits and vegetables are grown throughout the Out Islands, along with pigs, sheep, goats

There s a year-round series of competitive poole knobs campground fishing events designed to make things poole knobs campground as interesting as possible for all participants, novice and veteran poole knobs campground alike. The best-known and most popular is the Bahamas Billfish Championship Tournament, held during the spring and early summer each year at five different locations. Anglers are welcome to take part in all or as many legs as they wish. The first two legs are held in April at Bimini and Walker s Cay. In May, the tournament moves to Treasure Cay and Boat Harbour, and then ends at Chub Cay in June. For details and registration, 305-923-8022.

Champion II leaves Sandy Point, Moore s Island, Bullock Harbour poole knobs campground Tuesday at 8 pm and returns on Thursday at 10 am. Sailing time is 11 hours. The fare is $30. Acklins, Crooked Island & Mayaguana Lady Matilda, schedule varies, 242-393-1064. Sailing time is upwards of 15 hours. poole knobs campground The fare is $65, $70 and $70 respectively. Central Andros Fresh Creek, Stafford Creek, Blanket Sound, Staniard poole knobs campground Creek, Behring Point Lady D. leaves Tuesday at 12 noon and returns poole knobs campground on Sunday. Sailing poole knobs campground time is five hours. The fare is $30. North Andros Nicholl s Town, Majestic Point, Morgan s Bluff Lisa J. II leaves Wednesday at 3:30 pm and returns on Tuesday poole knobs campground at 12 noon. Sailing time is five hours. The fare is $30. Lady Margo, leaves Wednesday at 2 am and returns on Sunday at 5 pm. Sailing time is five hours. The fare is $30. Challenger. 242-393-1064 for schedule. Sailing time is five hours. The fare is $30.

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Turks Head Inn. This old inn, circa 1869, oozes atmosphere. There are just eight guest rooms, all recently renovated and furnished with antique reproductions. Satellite TV is a bonus, as are the telephones, if you consider such luxuries an essential. Some of the downstairs rooms have their own gardens, and the upstairs rooms have balconies. Best of all, it s inexpensive. Duke Street, PO Box 58, Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos, BWI, 649-946-2466. From $65.

know more about the sights and sounds of the islands than the scheduled tour operators. In Nassau, one such driver who comes readily to mind is Mr. Pemmi Sutherland. camping food recipes The man is an absolute mine of information and trivia, and a great source of fun in the bargain. Pemmi can be reached through Li l Murph Taxis,

Champion II leaves Sandy Point, Moore s Island, Bullock Harbour Tuesday at 8 pm and returns on Thursday at 10 am. Sailing time is 11 hours. The fare is $30. Acklins, Crooked Island & Mayaguana Lady Matilda, schedule varies, 242-393-1064. Sailing time is upwards of 15 hours. The fare is $65, $70 and $70 respectively. Central Andros Fresh Creek, Stafford Creek, Blanket Sound, Staniard Creek, camping food recipes Behring Point Lady D. leaves Tuesday at 12 noon and returns on Sunday. Sailing time is five hours. camping food recipes The fare is $30. North Andros Nicholl s Town, Majestic Point, Morgan s Bluff Lisa J. II leaves Wednesday at 3:30 pm and returns on Tuesday at 12 noon. Sailing time is five hours. The fare is $30. Lady Margo, leaves Wednesday at 2 am and returns on Sunday at 5 pm. Sailing time is five hours. The fare is $30. Challenger. 242-393-1064 for schedule. Sailing time is five hours. The fare is $30.

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Grand Bahama, 6, 13, 14, 23, 30, 33, 47, 55-102, 103-138, 140; accommodations, 6, 20, 52, 105; beachcombing, 125; beaches, 6, 51, 103, 108, 118, 119, 125; bicycle rentals, new york camping 37, 108; bird-watching, 76-77, 115, 118,126; casinos, 6, 103, 124-125; dining, 6, 105, 119, 120, 131-135; dive operators, 130-131; dive sites, 128-131; dolphin encounters, 116-117; economy, new york camping 106; fishing, 127; getting around, 108-109; getting there, 106-107; golf, 35, 103, 122-124, 135; history, 105-106, 108; horseback riding, 38; location, 103; map, 104; mopeds, 108; package vacations, 107; parasailing, 38; rental cars, 108-109; sea kayaking, 125-126; shelling, 39, 119; shipwrecks, 129; shopping, 6, 103, 109-111, 121; snorkel, 114, 119, 120,



four suites. All have tiled floors, rattan furniture, two double beds, a small refrigerator, and a telephone. There s a TV lounge, sun deck, and a pool. Diving, snorkeling, and kayaking are all available through the hotel. It s an all-inclusive new york camping resort. Whitby, North Caicos, Turks and Caicos, BWI, 649-946-7119. All-inclusive from $350.

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Turtle Cove Inn. Now we re moving on to the less expensive opportunities. This is a two-story hotel built around a large, freshwater swimming camping washington pool. It s rather a simple affair, but clean and inviting. The rooms are comfortably furnished camping washington and provide views over either the pool or the marina, which is just a few yards away. All rooms are air-conditioned, and the bathrooms, though adequate, are a little on the small side. Poolside, you ll find the Tiki Hut Cabana and Grill. The other on-site restaurant is the Terrace, but it s open only for dinner; reservations are recommended. No beach, I m afraid, but a shuttle runs throughout the day between the hotel and the beach. Inexpensive and recommended. Turtle Cove Marina, Suzie Turn Rd., Providenciales, Turks and Caicos, BWI, 800-887-0477; www.provo.net/turtlecoveinn. EP $142.

camping in ny Salt Raker Inn is a real charmer. There are just 13 guest units, all of them air-conditioned, and al

Paradise Island, 5, 25, 30, 52, 67, 79, 83, 136; accommodations, 5, 14, 58, 97, 100-101, camping in ny 102; beaches, 5, 69, 100-101, 102; car rental companies, 63; casino, 55, 67, 78; dining, 97, 102; golf, 77-78; scuba diving, 55; watersports, 102

Salt Raker Inn is a real charmer. There are just 13 guest units, all of them air-conditioned, and all individually decorated. Some have ocean views, some overlook the gardens. Some have TVs and telephones, all have ceiling fans and refrigerators. Upstairs units have balconies with hammocks: nice. There s even a restaurant. Inexpensive. Duke Street, PO Box 1, Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos, BWI,

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Travel Documents To enter the Bahamas you ll need two things: proof of citizenship and a return or onward-bound ticket. A valid passport is the preferred proof of citizenship. For US citizens, a birth certificate and a photo ID are also acceptable.

Calico Jack Captain John Rackham, called Calico Jack for the striped trousers he wore, was a pirate captain for the two years 1718 to 1720. During this short time he plundered many ships. He and his men were captured by the crew of a government ship and brought to trial at St. Jago de la Vega, Jamaica. Among Rackham s crew were his mistress, Mary Read, and Anne Bonney. They are the only female pirates on record. Rackham and Read were hanged in Port Royal on November 17, 1720.

dral-like structures, and most are inhabited by colonies of bats if you have an aversion to the little critters, you might want to give this one a miss. If not, you should visit. The caves are also home to a colony

pinch pond campground $ Fast Eddie s, on Airport Road, is a neat place where Americans can find the food they like best: b

In later years, the explorers were followed by adventurers of a different sort. Pirates, corsairs, brigands, ne r-do-wells and privateers all drawn by the promise of easy pickings and quick riches flocked to the Bahamas in the thousands. Men such as the notorious Edward Teach (Blackbeard), Calico Jack Rakham, Henry Morgan, Major Bonnet, and nefarious women buccaneers such as Anne Bonney (Calico Jack s mistress), and Mary Reed scoured the seas in search of vulnerable pinch pond campground merchant ships carrying gold, silver and jewels. Only slightly better were the so-called pinch pond campground privateers, such as Francis Drake and John Hawkins, who pillaged and plundered in the name of whatever sovereign happened to be on the throne at the time.

The Exumas 237 History 238 Getting There 240 By Air 240 By Mail Boat 241 By Private Boat 241 Getting Around 242 By Taxi 243 George Town On Foot 243 Touring by Bus 243 Touring by Motor Scooter 244 Touring by Bike 244 Touring by Car 244 Nightlife pinch pond campground 246 Adventures 246 Sea Kayaking & Sailing 246 Fishing 249 Fishing Packages 250 Boat Rentals 250 Powerboat Adventures 251 Diving & Snorkeling 251 Best Dive Sites 252 Dive Operators 252 Dive/Accommodation Packages 253 Where to Stay & Eat 253 Dining 253 Accommodations 254

$ Fast Eddie s, on Airport Road, is a neat place where Americans can find the food they like best: burgers, pinch pond campground fries, steaks and apple pie, along with a variety of Bahamian dishes that include fresh fish, pork and conch. No alcohol and no credit cards. Recommended.

The dive sites listed throughout this book are, for the most part, remote and difficult to get to without a qualified guide. The locations of most listed sites in the Out Islands are not marked in any way on maps or in the ocean and are the closely guarded secrets of the local dive operators who make their living taking divers out on guided tours. If you want to see a particular site, ask your operator. If there are enough people interested in the site to make a full boat, it will cost no more than the regular half-day or full-day tour. If not, you ll have to rent the boat and guide on your own, which can be expensive.

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San Salvador 293 History 294 Getting There 295 By Air 295 By Mail Boat 296 By Private Boat 296 Package Vacations 297 Sightseeing 297 Cockburn Town 298 Sandy Point 299 Graham s Harbour 300 North Victoria Hill 300 The Columbus Monuments 301 Dixon Hill Lighthouse 301 Adventures on Foot 302 Walking & Hiking 302 Adventures on Water 303 Diving & Snorkeling 303 Best Dive Sites 303 Best Snorkeling Sites 304 Dive Operator 305 Dining 305 Accommodations 306

The Bimini Big Game Club sponsors lamb city campground a number of tournaments. These include the mid-winter Wahoo Tournament in February, the Annual Bacardi Rum Billfish Tournament in March, the Bimini Festival in May, the Family Tournament in August, the Small

649-946-2260. EP from $75. Salt Cay Sunset House. Close to the beach, this is the oldest bed & breakfast inn on the Turks and Caicos. Built by a shipwright in 1832, it became the home of one of the island s salt barons. Today, after years of renovations and restoration, the old house provides for a very pleasant and unique vacation. There are just three guest rooms, each with its own bathroom lamb city campground and comfortably furnished. Amenities are few, but the views far and away make up for the lack of creature comforts. There are ceiling fans in each of the three guest rooms, but no phones and no TVs. There is a TV in the one of the public rooms, and there s a caf , a laundry, and a picnic area. Fabulous panoramic views can be seen from the patio and outdoor dining area. Rooms are very reasonably priced, from $35. Salt Cay Sunset House, lamb city campground Balfour Town, Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos, BWI, 649-946-6942.

dinner only, and a couple of caf s. You ll need to make a reservation for dinner. All of your food and beverages, along with entertainment, non-mechanized lamb city campground watersports, snorkeling, kayaking, and windsurfing, are free. Well, not free exactly, since it s all included in the price of the vacation. The American Casino, the only one in the Turks & Caicos, is open for slot machines from 6 pm to 1 am, and table games run from 8 pm to 1 am. PO Box 205 Grace Bay, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos, BWI, 800-858-2258; www.allegroresorts.com. All-inclusive, from $200 per night per person.

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With more than 25 inhabited islands and thousands of smaller rocks and cays, there is plenty of opportunity to explore different habitats and spot some rare birds. The three endemic species are the Bahama woodstar hummingbird, the Bahama swallow

IN THIS CHAPTER Geography 3 History 9 Getting There 12 Before You Go 16 The People 17 Eating & Drinking 18 Accommodation 20 Restaurant/Hotel Prices 22 Practical Information 23 How to Use This Book 30 Tourist camping northern california Information 31 Because the islands are no more than the exposed top portions of the Great Bahama Bank, an extension of the North American continental shelf, there are only three deep-water channels suitable for the passage of large vessels. Of the 700 islands and 2,000 islets, called cays (keys), making up the archipelago, only about 30 are inhabited. Some are little more than boulders that appear and disappear with the rise and fall of the ocean. Some are long and thin and stretch for many miles. Still others are home to thousands of busy people. The vast majority of the islands, however, are deserted, with pristine beaches and tropical forests that are untouched by humans.

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People to People If you want to get to know the real Bahamians, new york camping go out and meet the people. This is easily achieved through the government- sponsored People to People program offered by the Ministry of Tourism. It gives visitors the opportunity to meet and socialize with Bahamians, meeting them in their homes and participating in their social and cultural events. Get involved and you ll be invited to a variety of activities and social events. These might include performances by a local theater group, sporting events, or afternoon tea with a Bahamian family. For more information, contact the People-to-People Unit at the Tourist Information Center at Rawson Square in Nassau, at one of the information booths at the Nassau International Airport, or on Bay Street next to the Straw Market, at Prince George Dock, where the Ministry of Tourism s main office is located. In Freeport, there s a tourist office at the International Bazaar. In the Out Islands there are offices on Abaco, Eleuthera and the Exumas. To find out more on the Internet, go to www.bahamas.com, click on People at the left of the screen, then click on People-to-People Programme.

On the far western shore of the island is Sandy Point, a tiny settlement beyond the salt flats where there is yet another colony of flamingos. It s an excellent place for snorkeling and wandering the lonely beaches.

With more than 25 inhabited islands and thousands of smaller rocks and cays, there is plenty of opportunity to explore different habitats and spot some rare birds. The three endemic species are the Bahama woodstar hummingbird, the Bahama swallow

camping southern california Maybe you ll meet the taxi driver whose small, three-bedroom home shelters not only him and his wife

Maybe you ll meet the taxi driver whose small, three-bedroom home shelters not only him and his wife, but five grown-up children and six of his grandchildren as well. Far from being harassed camping southern california by the situation, he ll tell you how happy he is that they are all around camping southern california for him to enjoy.

maps: Abacos 144; Acklins & Crooked Island, 259; Andros, 188; the Bahamas, 4; Berry Islands, 263; Cat Island, 268; Grand Bahama, 104; Grand Turk, 331; Great & Little Exuma, 236; Great Inagua, 278; Long Island, 282; New Providence, 54; North and South Bimini, 204; North Caicos, 337; Providenciales, 319; San Salvador, 295; Turks & Caicos Islands, 312

People to People If you want to get to know the real Bahamians, go out and meet the people. This is easily achieved through the government- sponsored People to People program offered by the Ministry of Tourism. It gives visitors the opportunity to meet and socialize with Bahamians, meeting them in their homes and participating in their social and cultural events. Get involved and you ll be invited to a variety of activities and social events. These might include performances camping southern california by a local theater group, sporting events, or afternoon tea with a Bahamian camping southern california family. For more information, contact the People-to-People Unit at the Tourist Information Center at Rawson Square in Nassau, at one of the information booths at the Nassau International Airport, or on Bay Street next to the Straw Market, at Prince George Dock, where the Ministry of Tourism s main office is located. In Freeport, there s a tourist office at the International Bazaar. In the Out Islands there are offices on Abaco, Eleuthera and the Exumas. To find out more on the Internet, go to www.bahamas.com, click on People at the left of the screen, then click on People-to-People Programme.

On the south shore are two more grand beaches. Long Bay Beach runs westward from Stubbs Cove to Extreme Point. Then there s Sapodilla Bay Beach to the southwest. camping southern california Both are nice, though not quite in the same class as Grace Bay, but both have well-protected waters where the kids can splash about and you won t have to worry about them being swept away by rough waves. Sapodilla is exceptionally

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Things continued camping in west virginia in much the same vein for more than 40 years until 1951, when women and people who didn t own property were given the right to vote. Eight years later, the black majority took the Bahamas into independence as a commonwealth nation, despite fierce opposition from the British government and white property owners.

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Drinks Popular drinks are the Bahama Mama, the Goombay Smash, and the Yellow Bird. Bahamians also drink lots and lots of beer, mostly the local brew: a fine golden camping in west virginia beer called Kalik. Be sure to try it. Imported beers from America and Europe are also available but, like everything else that has to be im

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end of the island. Almost all are available for rent. Choose from one-, two-or three-bedrooms, and there are some junior suites. Facilities include a restaurant, i love not camping bar, two freshwater pools, and a Jacuzzi. The guest units are luxuriously appointed, air-conditioned, and comfortable. PO Box 101, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos, BWI,

New Providence, 30, 33, 47, 55-102, 67-78, 107, 182-183; accommodations, 20, 52, 55; beaches, 51; bike rentals, i love not camping 37, 55, 62, 68-69; i love not camping bird-watching, 76; fishing, 55; golf, 35; hiking, 55; history, 55-57; horseback riding, 38; map, 54; motorcycles, 62; package vacations, 58; parasailing, 38; population, 55; rental cars, 62; scuba diving, 55; shelling, 39, 55; shipwrecks, i love not camping 86-89;

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San Salvador 293 History 294 Getting There 295 By Air 295 By Mail Boat 296 By Private escalante national monument Boat 296 Package Vacations 297 Sightseeing 297 Cockburn Town 298 Sandy Point 299 Graham s Harbour 300 North Victoria Hill 300 The Columbus Monuments 301 Dixon Hill Lighthouse 301 Adventures on Foot 302 Walking & Hiking escalante national monument 302 Adventures on Water 303 Diving & Snorkeling 303 Best Dive Sites 303 Best Snorkeling Sites 304 Dive Operator escalante national monument 305 Dining 305 Accommodations 306

800-545-1300. Rates from $118 through $350. Our Lucaya, PO Box F-42500, Royal Palm Way, Lucaya, Grand Bahamas. 800-LUCAYAN. Rates from $155 through $490. Port Lucaya Resort & Yacht Club, Box F-2452, Freeport,

yosemite lakes mopeds and bicycles at most hotels and resorts, or at nearby cycle shops. The going rates for mopeds

Feast from the Sea The conch pronounced yosemite lakes konk is chief among the many varieties of goodies gathered from the ocean. Claimed by the locals to be an aphrodisiac, conch can be prepared in numerous ways: for conch salad the flesh is chopped, spiced, and eaten raw with vegetables and lime juice; cracked conch is beaten and fried; and, finally, there are conch fritters. Be sure to try conch salad before you leave; it s delicious.

mopeds and bicycles at most hotels and resorts, or at nearby cycle shops. The going rates for mopeds range from about $20 to $30 a day a half-day might cost anywhere from $10 to $20 and you ll be asked to leave a small deposit, usually about $30. Bicycles run about $18 a day.

242-393-1064. You ll find detailed schedule and fare information within each regional chapter, and in the At a Glance section at the end of the book. Photography The ocean wears a coat of many colors, ranging from the

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Freeport Freeport, on Grand Bahama Island, is the second largest city in the islands. With a steadily growing population, now more than 50,000, Freeport, which adjoins the Lucaya Beach area, is a more modern city than Nassau. The carefully planned, landscaped streets are a product of the sixties, and of the dreams of American entrepreneur and financier, Wallace Groves.

This is also a great way to make short trips to the Out Islands. slumber valley campground For instance, the Bahamas Daybreak III leaves Nassau on Mondays at 7 pm, arrives at Governor s Harbour on Eleuthera at midnight, and returns to Nassau at 8 pm on Tuesday. You could spend the night at the Duck Inn or the Rainbow Inn, spend the next day sightseeing, swimming, snorkeling or whatever, then catch the boat and be back in your hotel by 1:30 am, just in time to get some sleep. Unfortunately, passage slumber valley campground cannot be arranged in advance, but only after arrival in the Bahamas. For more information, call the dock master at Potter s Cay,

Sea urchins are spiky little black balls that lie on the sandy ocean floor or in nooks and crannies among coral heads in the shallow waters of the reef. Step on a sea urchin with bare feet at your peril. The spines are brittle, often barbed, and will give you a very nasty experience. slumber valley campground Fortunately, urchins are easily seen and thus easily avoided. Keep a sharp lookout and don t touch.

800-LUCAYA-1, $95 EP. Running Mon Marina & Resort, Box F-2663, Freeport, 242-352-6834, $90 EP. Xanadu Beach Resort & Marina, Box F-2438, Freeport, 242-352-6782, $140 EP. Nassau-New Providence The Atlantis on Paradise Island, Box N-4777, Nassau,

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Travel Documents To enter the Bahamas you ll need two things: proof of citizenship and a return or onward-bound ticket. A valid passport is the preferred proof of citizenship. For US citizens, a birth certificate and a photo ID are also acceptable.

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800-321-3000, $170 EP. The Bay View Village, Box SS-6308, Nassau, 800-757-1357, $165 EP. Breezes, Cable Beach, 242-327-8231, $200 all-inclusive. British Colonial Hilton, Box N-7148, 800-445-8667, $150 EP. The Buena Vista Hotel, Box N-564, Nassau, 242-322-2811, $95

You ll discover where the best fishing spots are and the best places to dive. I ll tell you the best places camping in pismo beach to eat, where to shop in the duty-free stores for magnificent emeralds, exotic perfumes and the unique hand-made crafts of the islands. And you ll find advice on where to stay: hotels, camping in pismo beach condominiums, and villas.

Check first with your travel agent when making your booking and be sure to do so well in advance. The Bahamas are a very popular honeymoon destination camping in pismo beach and many suites are booked up a year or more in advance. Horseback Riding There s not much horseback riding on the islands and outfitters are often booked weeks in advance. There are stables on both Grand Bahama and New Providence. On New Providence, you can contact Happy Trails Stables,

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Banking Banking is big business in the Bahamas. Long recognized as a tax haven, both Nassau and Freeport are home to more than their fair share of counting houses. And for visitors to the islands that s good. There s always a bank

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Sea urchins are spiky little black balls that lie on the sandy ocean floor or in nooks and crannies among coral heads in the shallow waters of the reef. Step on a sea urchin with bare feet at your peril. The spines are brittle, often barbed, and will give you a very nasty experience. Fortunately, urchins are easily seen and thus easily avoided. Keep a sharp lookout and don t touch.

Currency Legal tender is the Bahamian dollar, which is always campgrounds in colorado equivalent in value to the US dollar. Both US and Bahamian dollars are accepted interchangeably throughout the islands, and visitors are likely to receive change in mixed

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Rays, on the whole, are not dangerous. Tread on a stingray lake skinner camping buried in the sand, however, and you re probably in for a trip to the local hospital. The ray s first reaction is self-preservation, and its natural instinct is to lash out with its murderous tail. Unless threatened lake skinner camping or trodden on, however, it s pretty much harmless and fascinating to watch as it flaps over the sandy bottom. Just be careful where you re putting your feet.

800-545-1300. Rates from $118 through $350. Our Lucaya, PO Box F-42500, Royal Palm Way, Lucaya, Grand Bahamas. 800-LUCAYAN. Rates from $155 through $490. Port Lucaya Resort & Yacht Club, Box F-2452, Freeport,

New Providence, 30, 33, 47, 55-102, 67-78, 107, 182-183; accommodations, 20, 52, 55; beaches, 51; bike rentals, 37, 55, 62, 68-69; bird-watching, 76; fishing, 55; golf, 35; hiking, 55; history, 55-57; horseback riding, lake skinner camping 38; map, 54; motorcycles, 62; package vacations, 58; parasailing, 38; population, 55; rental cars, 62; scuba diving, 55; shelling, lake skinner camping 39, 55; shipwrecks, 86-89;

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stand on one of its two dusty main streets. It s an old world town with white painted colonial style buildings reminiscent of those you find on the island of Bermuda. One gets a feeling that Humphrey Bogart will, any minute, walk around the next corner with Lauren Bacall on his arm. This intriguing place is well worth a visit if you have time.

in the water where the seaweed grows. There, conch feed in the thousands. There s always someone around willing to clean the shells for you. Sand dollars are common, and literally hundreds of exquisite shells lie on the high water line of Out Island beaches.

George Town (Great Exuma), 51, 52, 237, 238, 239, 240, 244, 245, 251, 252, 253, 254, 255-256; accommodations, 248, 249, 250; beaches, 51, 255; bicycles rental, 254; bonefishing, 254, 255; diving, 254, 255; fishing, 254; moped rentals, 254; swimming, 255

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Dining $$ South Caicos Ocean Haven, in the dining room at the hotel on West Street in Cockburn Harbour, 694-946-3444. They have local cuisine, good wholesome food from set menus that feature fresh fish and shellfish.

Eleuthera 217 History 217 Getting There 218 By Air 218 By Mail Boat 220 By Private Plane 221 By Private Boat 221 Spanish Wells 221 Harbour Island 221 Palmetto Shores 221 Governor s Harbour 222 Rock Sound 222 Package Vacations 222 American FlyAAWay Vacations 222 Apple Vacations 222 Club Med 223 Getting Around 223 Island Driving Tour 224 Adventures on Water 227 Fishing 227 Boat Rentals 227 Diving 227 Best Dive Sites 228 Shipwrecks 229 Best Snorkeling Sites 229 Dive Operators 231 Where to Stay & Eat 232 Dining 232 Governor s Harbour 232 Gregory Town 232 Hatchet Bay 232 Palmetto Point 233 Harbour Island 233 Accommodations camping near denver 234

If it s real adventure that you re looking for, consider a sea kayaking expedition in the Exumas. You can look forward to long hot days paddling the open waters between the islands of the chain, balmy nights under canvas, good food,

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The Mansions. This is a private condominium complex, quite upscale, where you can, if you re lucky, grand staircase utah rent direct from an owner. The minimum stay is one week. Not a family-oriented destination: no children under 12. Grace Bay, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos, BWI,

In 1649, Captain William Sayle and a band of Englishmen arrived in the islands grand staircase utah from Bermuda. They came with slaves of their own, seeking religious freedom. They called themselves the Eleutherian Adventurers, hence the island of Eleuthera. The name is based upon the Greek word for freedom.

casa de fruta rv park 800-333-3333, $180 EP. Sandals, Cable Beach, 800-SANDALS, $200 all-inclusive. Sheraton Grand Resort,

Adventures on Water 208 Fishing 208 Fishing/Accommodation Packages 209 Diving 211 Best Dive Sites 211 Dive Operators 212 Dive/Accommodation Packages 212 Best Snorkeling Spots 213 Where to Stay & Eat 214 Dining 214 Accommodations 214

800-333-3333, $180 EP. Sandals, Cable Beach, 800-SANDALS, $200 all-inclusive. Sheraton Grand Resort, Paradise Island, Box SS-6307, Nassau, 800-782-9488, $215 EP. The South Ocean Golf & Beach Resort, 808 Adelaide Drive, 800-228-9898, $140 EP. Sunrise casa de fruta rv park Beach Club & Villas, Box SS-6519, Nassau, 800-363-2250, $185 EP. Villas in Paradise, Box SS-6379, Nassau, 242-363-2250, $140 EP.

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dive operators, 47-48, 84, 361-364; Andros, 200, 252; Bimini, 212; Cat Island, 271; Cockburn Harbour, 348; Eleuthera, 231; the Exumas, 252; George camping in the redwoods Town, 252; Grand Bahama, 130-131; Green Turtle Cay, 172; Hope Town, 173; Marsh Harbour, 172, 173; Nassau, 90-91; San Salvador, 305; Treasure Cay 156, 186

Maybe you ll meet the taxi driver whose small, three-bedroom home shelters not only him and his wife, but five grown-up children and six of his grandchildren as well. Far from being harassed by the situation, he ll tell you how happy he is that they are all around for him to enjoy.

Paradise Island Paradise Island, a long, narrow barrier island connected to Nassau by a toll bridge, is as different from Nassau as Key West is from Miami. While Paradise Island is a world of hotels, restaurants and exciting nightlife, it s also a world still quite unspoiled where you can enjoy the sea and beaches that lie close to the bustling streets of the city.

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Sightseeing Cottage Pond is a large blue hole and only one of a number of ponds and lakes at the northwest end of the island. It s an area of natural beauty alive with birds, including several camping in galveston species of ducks, grebes and other wading waterfowl.

Other ponds and wildlife areas include Bellfield Landing Pond, Dick Hill Creek, and Pumpkin Bluff Pond. Spend a day hiking or bicycling around them all. Be sure to take along plenty of water, sunscreen and a snack.

People to People If you want to get to know the real Bahamians, go out and meet the people. This is easily achieved through the government- sponsored People to People program offered by the Ministry of Tourism. It gives visitors the opportunity to meet and socialize with Bahamians, meeting them in their homes and participating in their social and cultural events. Get involved and you ll be invited to a variety of activities and social events. These might include performances by a local theater group, sporting events, or afternoon tea with a Bahamian family. camping in galveston For more information, contact the People-to-People Unit at the Tourist Information Center at Rawson Square in Nassau, at one of the information booths at the Nassau International Airport, or on Bay Street next to the Straw Market, at Prince George Dock, where the Ministry of Tourism s main office is located. In Freeport, there s a tourist office at the International Bazaar. In the Out Islands there are offices on Abaco, Eleuthera and the Exumas. To find out more on the Internet, go to www.bahamas.com, click on People at the left of the screen, then click on People-to-People camping in galveston Programme.

The Out Islands camping in galveston boast of some of the finest beaches in the world, including Fernandez Bay on Cat Island, Harbour Island camping in galveston off Eleuthera, Rolleville camping in galveston on Great Exuma, Great Harbour Cay on the Berry Islands, Staniard Creek on Andros, Stocking Island off George Town on Great Exuma, and the entire shoreline of Mayaguana Cay just east of Acklins Island.

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Tuna is another fine blue-water catch. Every spring the bluefin make their annual run through reserve america phone number the Bahamas, and anglers leave the docks in droves to participate in any one of a dozen or more tournaments from Bimini to Walker s Cay. Catches weigh from 100 to 800, even 900 pounds. There s also blackfin and yellowfin tuna smaller, but no less fun to catch.



It is said that there are more than 500 shipwrecks in the Bahamas, and it s probably true. Some of these wrecks, especially reserve america phone number those that allow access to their interiors, reserve america phone number can be dangerous and even experienced divers should not go into them alone. There are plenty of guides and dive operators who do know their way around. Many wrecks are infested with fire coral. Many more are home to moray eels that are not dangerous if you give them space.

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Andros, 6, 20, 139, 185-203, 252; accommodations, 21; beaches, 51; bird-watching, 189; blue holes, topsail sound rv park 187, 189; boat rentals, 197; bonefishing, 189, 197, 203; dining, 201; dive operators, 200; dive sites, 197-200; economy, 190; fishing, 189; fishing camps, 197; geography, 3, 189; getting topsail sound rv park there, 190-193; history, 190; map, 188; shipwrecks, 197, 198; snorkeling, 197, 199-200; size, 187; population, 187; shipwrecks, 187

Be sure to check the car s condition before you drive away. Rates vary from around $60 to $90 per day, but are much cheaper if rented by the week. Special rates can be arranged through most agencies in advance of travel. In Nassau, the world-wide agencies Avis (www.avis.com), Budget (www.budget.com), Dollar (www.dollar. topsail sound rv park com) and Hertz (www.hertz.com) as well as several local companies, are found at the airport, hotels and several downtown locations. In Freeport, there s also an Avis office in the International topsail sound rv park Bazaar.

People to People If you want to get to know the real Bahamians, topsail sound rv park go out and meet the people. This is easily achieved through topsail sound rv park the government- sponsored People to People program offered by the Ministry of Tourism. It gives visitors the opportunity to meet and socialize with Bahamians, topsail sound rv park meeting them in their homes and participating in their social and cultural events. Get involved and you ll be invited to a variety of activities and social events. These might include performances by a local theater group, sporting events, or afternoon tea with a Bahamian family. For more information, contact the People-to-People Unit at the Tourist Information Center at Rawson Square in Nassau, at one of the information booths at the Nassau International Airport, or on Bay Street next to the Straw Market, at Prince George Dock, where the Ministry of Tourism s main office is located. In Freeport, there s a tourist office at the International Bazaar. In the Out Islands there are offices on Abaco, Eleuthera and the Exumas. To find out more on the Internet, go to www.bahamas.com, click on People at the left of the screen, then click on People-to-People Programme.

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160, 161, 165, 166 Christophe, Henri, 277 Chub Cay (Berry Islands), 44, 265, 266 Clarence Town (Long Island), 287 Clifton Point (New Providence), 89 The Cloisters (Paradise Island), 71 Coakley Town (Andros), 194 Cockburn, Sir Francis, 293 Cockburn Harbour yurts in oregon (South Caicos),

Parrot Cay Resort. This one is a class act, and it s very expensive. Located on an isolated private island north of Provo, the resort complex is a collection of 10 pastel-colored buildings in which the luxury guest rooms are located. Each has a private terrace (not just a balcony, you ll notice) or veranda, and a large, cool bathroom. Rooms are decorated in white with dark wood trim. The furniture includes four-poster beds, complete with mosquito nets (just decorative, not necessary), and each is fully air-conditioned. All meals, beverages, and most activities are included in the rates. The food and drink are just about as good as it gets in an all-inclusive resort. Facilities include what is claimed to be the largest swimming pool in the Turks and Caicos, along with a whole range of watersports that include Hobie Cats, windsurfing, canoes and water skiing. There s also a very upscale spa at an extra cost which has three pavilions, complete with treatment salons where you can partake of a range of Eastern healing yurts in oregon and rejuvenating therapies, from meditation to yoga. Bone fishing can be arranged. Finally, there s the beach: it s one of the best, really. PO Box 164, Parrot Cay, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos, yurts in oregon BWI, 877-754-0726; www.parrot-cay.com. All-inclusive from $500 to $1,650. yurts in oregon

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On the far western shore of the island is Sandy Point, a tiny settlement beyond the salt flats where there is yet another colony dirty devil river of flamingos. It s an excellent place for snorkeling and wandering the lonely beaches.

You ll need a guide who knows the area and where the best flats are found. Many hotels offer bonefishing packages that include the services of a reliable and experienced dirty devil river guide. If not, don t be afraid to ask. The hotel desk is the best place to start, but many taxi drivers know just who to put you in touch with. Most boat rental companies and dive companies will also know of someone. Bonefishing is good almost everywhere in the islands, dirty devil river from Abaco to the Acklins, and from Bimini to Eleuthera. Unlike dirty devil river most other sportfishing, it is good throughout the year. There are a number of ways to go about it. It s claimed that in some areas bonefish can be caught from the dock, or by casting into the surf, or from a skiff. But

Great Abaco, dirty devil river 7, 166, 180-181; beachcombing, 159; bicycle, 160; bird-watching, 160; bonefishing, 160; dining, 159; moped, dirty devil river 160; sea kayaking (the Abacos), 160; shelling, 159; snorkel, 159; swimming, 159; taxi, 149, 160, 164; shopping, 159;

crets so secret, in fact, that the company dirty devil river guarantees you ll have it all to yourself. The day-trip costs $95 per person, or you can overnight in a tent for only $115 dinner and breakfast included. You can even spend the night in a stateroom on board a 70-foot yacht. The company also offers what they term The Ultimate Getaway. The cost for the day-long trip is just $79 a bargain and includes pickup at your hotel, snorkeling, breakfast, lunch, and all you can drink. Visit the website for a list of the company s tours and adventures, or 649-941-5810; www.provo.net/oceanoutback.

heart bar campground North Caicos, 338, 339; Out Islands, 26, 48, 76, 140; Port Howe 273; Providenciales, 230, 231; San S

North Caicos, 338, 339; Out Islands, 26, 48, 76, 140; Port Howe 273; Providenciales, 230, 231; San Salvador, 297, 300, 303-304, 308; Spanish Cay, 185; Stocking Island, 243; tours, 48; Treasure heart bar campground Cay, 158

In Nassau and Freeport/Lucaya, banks are open from 9:30 am until 3 pm, Monday through Thursday, and from 9:30 am until 5 pm on Friday. If you rely on credit cards for your cash, there are international ATMs located at strategic spots on both of the major islands, including the casinos. As one might expect, banking hours vary in the Out Islands. In fact, banks on some islands open only on certain days of the week, and then only for a few hours.

friendly beaver campground 800-321-3000, $170 EP. The Bay View Village, Box SS-6308, Nassau, 800-757-1357, $165 EP. Breezes, Ca

800-321-3000, $170 EP. The Bay View Village, Box SS-6308, Nassau, 800-757-1357, $165 EP. Breezes, Cable Beach, 242-327-8231, $200 all-inclusive. British Colonial Hilton, Box N-7148, 800-445-8667, $150 EP. The Buena Vista Hotel, Box N-564, Nassau, 242-322-2811, $95

Great Abaco, friendly beaver campground 7, 166, 180-181; beachcombing, 159; bicycle, 160; bird-watching, 160; bonefishing, 160; dining, 159; moped, 160; sea kayaking (the Abacos), 160; shelling, 159; snorkel, 159; swimming, 159; taxi, 149, 160, 164; shopping, 159;

Other than the sailfish, the king of them all is perhaps the blue marlin. Catches of the big blue typically range from 100 to 300 pounds or more. Four and five hundred pounders are not uncommon and stories of the one that got away tell of fish in excess of 1,000 pounds. Fantasy? Perhaps; perhaps not.

thousand lakes rv park TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS 311 History 311 The Islands Today 314 Getting There 315 Getting Around 316 Pr

beaches, 3, 24, 33, 36, 37, 51; Acklins Island, 51; Andros, 51, 195, 196; Barraterre, 245; Berry Islands, 51, 265; Cat Island, thousand lakes rv park 51; Eleuthera, 51, 224; The Exumas, 237, 251; Fernandez thousand lakes rv park Bay, 51, 274; Freeport, 105, 136; George Town, 51; Grand Bahama, 6, 24, 51, 103, 108, 119; Grand Turk, 329; Great Exuma, 51, 244; Great Guana Cay 158; Green Turtle Cay, 156; Great Harbour Cay, 51; Harbour Island, 51; Little Inagua 277; Lucaya, 136; Marsh Harbour, 184; Mayaguana Cay, 51; Middle Caicos, 341; Nassau, 94, 95, 96, 101; New Providence, 51, 68-69; North Caicos, 336, 338, 339; Out Islands, 7-8, 51, 76, 139,140; Paradise thousand lakes rv park Island, 5, 69, 100-101, 102; Providenciales, 320-321; Rolleville, 51; Rum Cay, 309; Spanish Cay, 185; Staniard Creek, 51; Staniel Cay, 242; Stocking Island, 51, 243; Treasure Cay, 158; Turks & Caicos, 314; Walker s Cay, 158

TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS thousand lakes rv park 311 History 311 The Islands Today 314 Getting There 315 Getting Around 316 Practical Concerns 316 Providenciales 318 The Beaches 320 Adventures 321 Snorkeling 321 Scuba Diving 321

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One of the more spectacular opportunities offered on Grand Turk is whale watching. Every year, from January through April, more than 2,500 humpback whales come to breed in the warm waters to the south and east of Salt Cay.

Getting Around TAXI There s not too much to getting around on Grand Turk. Taxis are available check with your hotel. The fare from the airport to all hotels in and around Provo is $15. There s also a bus service, which is a bit of an adventure: will it or

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CP (Continental Plan) includes a continental breakfast. EP (European Plan) denotes no meals, although restaurant facilities are available either on the property or nearby. MAP (Modified American Plan) denotes breakfast and dinner. FAP (Full American Plan) includes all meals. All-Inc. (All-Inclusive Plan) includes all meals, beverages (alcoholic and soft), watersports, tennis new hampshire camping and golf, if available.

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It is not recommended that you go off on your own. Local knowledge of the waters and currents is essential, and it s dangerous to dive without such knowledge, especially where shipwrecks are concerned. Snorkeling

$ Fast Eddie s, on Airport Road, is a neat place where Americans can find the food they like best: burgers, fries, steaks and apple pie, along with a variety lbl camping of Bahamian dishes that include fresh fish, pork and conch. No alcohol and no credit cards. Recommended.

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Dining $$ South Caicos Ocean Haven, in the dining room at the hotel on West Street in Cockburn Harbour, 694-946-3444. They have local cuisine, good wholesome food from set menus that feature fresh fish and shellfish.

bird-watching, 30, 33, 76-77; The Abacos, 141; Andros, 190; Conception Island, 286; Crooked Island, 261; Berry Islands, 264; Grand Bahama, 76-77, 115, 118; Great Abaco, 160; Hawk s Nest, 274; the Inaguas, 276; Middle Caicos, 343-344; New Providence, 76; North Caicos, 338-339; Out Islands, 76; tours, 33, 76-77

Hiking & Bicycling Opportunities to enjoy an afternoon, or even a week, hiking the quiet country lanes and beaches west virginia camping are just about endless. There s not a single island in the entire archipelago that doesn t offer some sort of hiking route.

800-457-8787; www.oceanclubresorts.com. From $180 to $910. Ocean Club West. This is the sister complex to the Ocean Club described above. It, too, is situated on the shores of Grace Bay and its splendid beach. The ambiance here is a little more casual, with an assortment of one-, two-and three-bedroom suites west virginia camping to choose from. All are air-conditioned, have TVs, refrigerators, and safes, along with the usual amenities such as hairdryers and irons. Still expensive, but not quite as costly as its mate to the east. PO Box 640, Grace Bay Beach, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos, BWI, 800-457-8787; www.oceanclubresorts.com. From $180 to $550.

camping bay area Throughout the Christmas and New Year s holidays, at the height of the Bahamian tourist season, Junk

Throughout the Christmas and New Year s holidays, at the height of the Bahamian tourist season, Junkanoo a spirited, Mardi Gras-style celebration born of slavery explodes across the islands, but nowhere is it quite as exciting as in Nassau.

The Mansions. This is a private condominium complex, quite upscale, where you can, if you re lucky, rent direct from an owner. camping bay area The minimum stay is one week. Not a family-oriented destination: no children under 12. Grace Bay, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos, BWI,

fishing, 39-45; the Abacos, 44, 141, 143, 161-165; the Acklins, 258; Andros, 189, 195, 196-197; Behring camping bay area Point, 203; Berry Islands, camping bay area 262, 263-264; Bimini, 39, 43, 44, 205, 206, 208-209; blue-water, camping bay area 40-42; Boat Harbour, 44; Chub Cay, 44; camps, 197, 203; Cargill Creek, 203; Conch Bar, 344; Crooked Island 258; Eleuthera, 227; the Exumas, 237, 249-251; Fernandez Bay, 275; George Town, 254, 255; Grand Bahama, 127; Great Abaco, 160; Great Guana Cay, 157, 182; guides, 44, 359-361; Harbour Island, 235; Hawk s Nest, 274; licenses, 45; Little Exuma, 245; Little Inagua, 276; Long Island, 291; Marsh Harbour, 184; Nassau, 60; New Providence, 55; North Caicos, 338, 339; Out Islands, camping bay area 7-8; packages, 44, 162-164, 209-210, 250; Providenciales, 322; South Caicos, 345, 347; Staniel Cay, 242; Stella Maris, 293; tournaments, 44-45, 162, 185, 210, 250; Treasure Cay, 44, 185-186, Turks & Caicos, 314; Walker s Cay, 44, 158, 186

Turtle Cove Inn. Now we re moving on to the less expensive opportunities. This is a two-story hotel built around a large, freshwater swimming pool. It s rather a simple affair, but clean and inviting. The rooms are comfortably furnished and provide views over either the pool or the marina, which is just a few yards away. All rooms are air-conditioned, and the bathrooms, though adequate, are a little on the small side. Poolside, you ll find the Tiki Hut Cabana and Grill. The other on-site restaurant is the Terrace, but it s open only for dinner; reservations are recommended. No beach, I m afraid, but a shuttle runs throughout the day between the hotel and the beach. Inexpensive and recommended. Turtle Cove Marina, Suzie Turn Rd., Providenciales, Turks and Caicos, BWI, 800-887-0477; www.provo.net/turtlecoveinn. EP $142.

carlsbad beach camping Other excellent deep-water species include the kingfish or king mackerel. They can be caught through

The Bahamas carlsbad beach camping epitomize romance. From the soft sounds of the steel drum and calypso wafting carlsbad beach camping gently over the beaches on a warm evening under a spectacular sunset, to deserted beaches where the palms wave gently over an emerald sea, the islands have much to offer. carlsbad beach camping

Other excellent carlsbad beach camping deep-water species include the kingfish or king mackerel. They can be caught through the year, although peak time is during the spring and summer. Dolphin (the fish; not Flipper ) are usually found fairly close in along the shoreline, weigh anywhere from five to 20 pounds, and are excellent to eat. Wahoo weigh 15 to 30 pounds; even 60 pounds is not unusual. They, too, make for good eating and are highly prized by sport fishermen. Wahoo are most often found lurking in the deep water off the edge of a reef. The amberjack is another prized sporting fish found most often during carlsbad beach camping the summer months in the cooler, carlsbad beach camping deep waters just off the edge of the reef and closer in-shore the rest of the year. Amberjack can run 20 to 40 pounds. carlsbad beach camping

snorkeling, 48-49; The Abacos, 141, 170-172; The Acklins, 258; Andros, 197, 199-200; Bimini, 213; Cape Santa Maria, 293; Cockburn Harbour, 348; Conch Bar, 344; Crooked Island 258; East Beach, 301; Elbow Cay 170; Eleuthera, carlsbad beach camping 224, 227, 229-230; the Exumas, 248, 251-252; Fernandez Bay, 275; Grand Bahama 114, 117, 119, 120, 126, 128; Grand Turk, 329, 332; Great Abaco, 159; Great Guana Cay, 158, 182; Green Turtle Cay, 170; Long Island, 288, 290; Marsh Harbour, 170; Mt. Thompson, 254; Mudjin Harbour, 345; New Providence, 55, 83, 84, 86;

Thick vegetation, mostly carlsbad beach camping shrubs and bushes, covers most of the Out Islands. Each is a tiny land of dunes and rocks, sea grass, spider lilies, seagrape, mangrove, casuarina and palm. Each is a land of endless shores, tiny bays and rocky inlets, where the colorful families of the ocean live, play and die in the crystal-clear waters of the reefs. carlsbad beach camping

jamaica beach rv park Currency Legal tender is the Bahamian dollar, which is always equivalent in value to the US dollar.

The wily barracuda is found in large numbers, in shallow or deep waters. They can often be seen swimming close to the surface in the clear waters over reefs and sandy banks. Barracuda range in size from a few pounds to about 15 or 20 pounds and, small though they might be, you re sure of a good fight if you can get one on your hook.

Currency Legal tender is the Bahamian dollar, jamaica beach rv park which is always equivalent in value to the US dollar. Both US and Bahamian dollars are accepted interchangeably throughout the islands, and visitors are likely to receive change jamaica beach rv park in mixed

Atlantis Resort and one at Nassau Marriott Resort on Cable Beach. In Freeport, one casino jamaica beach rv park is at Our Lucaya. The other is at the Royal Oasis Resort & Casino. There is more information on gaming and casinos in the regional chapters.

Andros Town (Andros), 191, 192, 193, 195, 196; accommodations, 193, 201-202; beaches, jamaica beach rv park 195, 196; bicycle rentals, 194; boat rental, 195; bonefishing, 195; car, 194-196; fishing, 196; getting around, 194-196; shopping, 195