Best At Egypt Holidays

Hopping across the Atlantic has become a commonplace occurrence for British holidaymakers, and Holidays to the Bahamas, formerly seen as a luxury or elite destination, are increasingly within the scope of the ordinary holidaymaker’s budget. Accommodation covers an astounding range of options, from humble fishing lodges, inns and condo complexes to fully-serviced 5-star luxury beach resorts. The Bahamian archipelago amounts to a fascinating cluster of islands and cays which, combined, number more than 3,000 and whose landmass adds up to an impressive 5363 sq miles. Lying in the North Atlantic Ocean and equidistant between Florida and Cuba, the English-speaking Bahamas belong to the Commonwealth. For swimming, diving and surfing in warm water, Bahamas resorts can scarcely be beaten. As a destination, the Bahamas has unquestionable appeal. Close to the Equator and basking in sub-tropical temperatures, its name is derived from the Spanish for ‘shallow water’. The islands include Bimini, alias ‘the Gateway to the Bahamas’, so-called because of its proximity to the US; Grand Bahama, a great favourite of hedonists; Abaco, in reality a group of islands which are an outdoor sports Mecca; Andros Island with its Greek name and massive barrier reef and, of course, New Providence Island, home to Bahamian capital Nassau. A characteristic of the islands is their relative flatness with the very highest point being at a mere 206 feet.
Families, couples (including honeymooners), active people of all ages ... these are some of the holidaymakers attracted to the marvellous Bahamas resorts. What lures them? Top of the attractions has to be swimming, in particular with dolphins and (yes) sharks. Next comes diving, which can extend to the excitement of wreck diving and reef and cavern diving. You can kayak and canoe, snorkel, bird-watch or just plain laze! There are cycling tours for the energetic (taking advantage of that famed flatness), bonefishing trips and there are golf courses to be taken advantage of. Add to the mix Parasailing, Eco Nature Tours, Horse-Riding on secluded beaches and Booze Cruises and it becomes clear that literally all tastes are catered for. When planning their holidays to the Bahamas, travellers can be overwhelmed by the sheer extent of the place, daunted by the task of choosing just where within that warm ocean destination to plump for, two-centre holidays are a great idea

The Abaco Isles, centring around Marsh Harbour is an up-market option, embellished by the scattering of small islands (cays) and its own aquamarine stretch of protected water, the Sea of Abaco. Acklins/Crooked Island – snuggling together, these scenic islands benefit from their own little lagoon, the Bight of Acklins, a small but famous lagoon. Geological features, great marine life and a laidback vibe make these the islands for holidaymakers wishing to relax. Nassau/Paradise Island – Nassau is the capital and a magnet for the yachting set. Bahamas Late Deals are often available to Nassau. Paradise Island is a separate island off New Providence Island, famous for its Atlantis Waterscape water park with amazing flumes and tropical marine lagoons. Andros is noted for its Reef diving Grand Bahama Island boasts the bustling town Freeport, marvellous straight-as-a-dye powder-white beaches and Lucayan National Park. The Berry Islands are a string of cays, numbering thirty, which were long ago adopted by the sailing fraternity and hugely popular with sea anglers. Occupied by millionaires, holidaymakers tend to rent self-catering homes. The Out Islands: as a place to get married, renew vows or spend one’s honeymoon, these totally unspoilt islands are home to boutique hotels. Bimini is well known for very clear, tempting water and excellent fishing. Cat Island, being largely undeveloped, has many charming villages and an old-world simplicity. Eleuthera – Also known as Harbour Island, this incredibly long thin strip has rosy-white sands. The foregoing are just some of the island destinations selected by those who holiday in Bahamas. An extraordinarily diverse selection of hotel accommodation awaits the holidaying visitor to the Bahamas. The notion of cheap holidays to Bahamas may not be easily believed, but Bahamas hotels need not all be expensive, many indeed offering last-minute deals. One such all-inclusive, affordable holiday option is Breezes Bahamas. A short distance from the airport and from all the attractions of downtown Nassau, this is a resort which dedicates itself to fun. No guest could ever be at a loss for something to do, if it is only lounging on the soft, fine sand right on the resort’s doorstep. Weddings are a breeze, too! Meals, drinks and activities are laid on and among Bahamas resorts, 3-star Breezes stands out as offering great value. Along the coast a little way is the Sheraton Nassau Beach, a resort boasting sand as pure as the driven and offering all the facilities associated with the Sheraton Group while being on the sea’s edge at Nassau with water activities and golf nearby. For a splendid Package Holiday Bahamas style, this is on worth considering, with its good range of bars, cafes and restaurants on site. Atlantis Bahamas on Paradise Island has a fourth night free offer; additionally kids stay and play free at the resort, billed as possibly the ultimate water park and marine life experience. This is a stunning installation, offering six totally different accommodation types, including harbour-side villas. Two dining plans, casual and gourmet, give guests choice and great value. For a different type of experience, the Sandals group offers two exclusive resorts. The weekend break customer or lucky longer stay holidaymaker could do worse than choose Sandals Royal Bahamian. A five-star spa resort and private offshore island, Georgian architecture, utter serenity and pampering are all on the menu here. Sandals Emerald Bay, 130 miles from Nassau at Great Exuma, is an equally well-graced hotel and spa resort with its own golf course and sweeping stretch of beach. This five-star Bahamas resort’s major claim to fame is the fact that all guests receive butler service. Wherever you stay, the advice is to sample local cuisine. On your lost must be a conch dish. Choose from fritters, conch stew or a tasty chowder. Not surprisingly, Caribbean seafood such as crabs, crayfish and red snapper feature strongly. For many holidaymakers from the UK British Airways fly direct to the Bahamas. A visit made to this balmy sub-tropical destination between September and May is a good bet and you can always find late Bahamas deals. These months are the driest, when temperatures usually hover pleasantly around 70°F to 75°F (although they can dip in January) and cheap Bahamas holidays are plentiful. The summer months are warmer, with temperatures typically between 80°F and 85°F. An all-inclusive Bahamas package holiday is a tempting prospect. Those who visit in December have the advantage of attending the annual traditional Junkanoo  or street party, resembling a Mardi Gras celebration. For fantastic dive sites and to-die-for fishing, the Bahamas are the logical choice. Visit some of the Out Islands, and you will get genuine West Indian flavour thrown in. Not everyone is a water baby; Nassau’s Fort Fincastle will satisfy those more urban types interested in history, and, relics of the islands’ home industries are the Straw Markets as well as potteries producing ceramics. Almost every visitor is seduced one way or another by the unique magic that is the Bahamas.