Bahamas Guide

by | Dec 23, 2015 | Bahamas guide

NORTHERN BAHAMAS THE ABACOS The residents of this chain of more than 100 islands know that there’s another world out there, but don’t necessarily care to abandon theirs, which is a little more traditional, slow-paced, and out of the way than most alternatives. Here you’ll feel content in an uncrowded environment, yet still have access to whatever level of accommodations and services you desire. Ecotourism is popular, and aficionados have revitalized exploration of Abacos’ Caribbean pine forests, which are home to wild boar, wild horses, the rare Abaco parrot, and myriad other bird and plant life. Hiking and biking through these forests and along abandoned beaches at the forest’s edges are popular activities. Sea kayaking in pristine protected areas also provides a rewarding sense of adventure, and more conventional activities such as golf, tennis, and beach volleyball are available, too. But if you don’t feel like doing anything at all, that’s also a highly rated activity.Of course, this is the Bahamas, so you shouldn’t neglect activities happening in one of its most magnificent assets—the water. Snorkeling and diving have long been staple activities for visitors. Abaconians are proud of their marine environment and have worked with the government to protect some of the more vibrant reefs. The islands’ calm, naturally protected waters, long admired for their beauty, have also helped the area become the Bahamas’ sailing capital. Man-O-War Cay remains the Bahamas’ boatbuilding center; its residents turn out traditionally crafted wood dinghies as well as high-tech fiberglass craft. The Abacos play host annually to internationally famous regattas and to a half-dozen game-fish tournaments. From island-long stretches to strips as...

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