Carmine’s (Marina Village at Atlantis, Casino Drive) — this is indeed the Nassau spinoff of the famed New York Italian restaurant –best known for the family-size portions of its meals. Unlike other Italian restaurants (which are geared toward romantic couples of small groups), Carmine’s prides itself with being able to accommodate groups of six or […]
Billy Joe’s on the Beach (at the rear of the Sheraton, Lucaya, Freeport, Grand Bahama Island) – this is a beachside shack-style eatery that serves various seafoods (including grilled conch and lobsters), along with drinks like Bahama Mamas, Pina Coladas, and cold beers.
Andros Lighthouse (Andros Lighthouse Yacht Club and Marina, Fresh Creek, Andros) – this restaurant, which serves typical Bahamian meals, is popular with the yachting crowd, and offers seaside views as well.
Bahamas Express — Bahamas Express is a company dedicated to maritime transport, that offers fast-ferry service between Port Everglades (Florida) and Bahamas (Bimini and Grand Bahama island). It is owned by the Spanish group Baleària. Call (866) 699-6988 or see www.ferryexpress.com for rates and other information.
Jitney buses: This is the closest thing to mass transportation in Nassau. These buses run between the downtown area to Cable Beach and Paradise Island from early morning until about 7 p.m. at 30-minute intervals. Fares vary (though they’re generally about $1.25 per person, each way), depending on the route. Exact change is required. The […]
Agave (Port Lucaya Marketplace, Unit 4, Bldg. 7, adjacent to Sparky’s, Freeport, Grand Bahama Island) – this is a worthy stop for seafood lovers. Agave is known for its pan-Latino fusion dishes, along with its mojitos, sangria, and margaritas. Items served there includes Grilled Pineapple & Lime Glazed Chicken Breast, Agave Seafood Bowl, and Lechan […]
Bahamas Ferries – this company offers high-speed ferry service between Nassau and a variety of other Bahamian destinations, such as Spanish Wells, Harbour Island, George Town, Freeport (Grand Bahama), Governor’s Harbour (Eleuthera), Morgans Bluff (Andros), South Abaco, and Fresh Creek (Andros). Call (242) 323-2166 or see www.bahamasferries.com for rates and other information.
Mopeds – these services provide moped rentals in Nassau (at rates running from $65 – $85 per day). They also offer hourly rates: www.bahamasscooterrentals.com http://ridebahamas.com/nassau/scooter.html www.uniquerentalsbahamas.com
Queen’s Staircase (top of Elizabeth Avenue hill, south of Shirley Street, Nassau, New Providence Island) — the Queen’s Staircase, commonly referred to as the 66 steps, is a major landmark that is located in the Fort Fincastle Historic Complex in Nassau. It was hewn out of solid limestone rock by slaves between 1793 and 1794 […]
Prince George Wharf (Waterfront at Rawson Square, Nassau, New Providence Island) — this is a popular and busy port, accommodating mainly cruise ships (up the seven at the same time). When such cruise ship traffic occurs, there are 15,000 to 20,000 cruise passengers roaming the streets all at once, heading for the outlying islands and […]