The Bahamas is comprised of 700 islands sprinkled over 100,000 square miles of ocean starting just 50 miles off the coast of Florida…

The Bahamas is comprised of 700 islands sprinkled over 100,000 square miles of ocean starting just 50 miles off the coast of Florida.

The archipelago is an ecological oasis featuring 2,000 breathtaking islands and cays and boasts the clearest water on the planet—with a visibility of over 200 feet. You can see your toes as easily as you can the world’s third largest barrier reef.

From Nassau to Eleuthera, you can play golf on a seaside fairway, dive dramatic wrecks and reefs, and sail in crystal clear water. Accommodations run the gamut from simple inns to sophisticated retreats, from practical fishing lodges to romantic honeymoon hideaways. And for those who look a little closer, there’s a fascinating and diverse culture to be explored.

The Bahamas enjoys sunny days, refreshing breezes, and moderate-to-warm temperatures with little change from season to season. That said, the most pleasant time to visit is from December through May, when temperatures average 70°F–75°F. It stands to reason that hotel prices during this period are at their highest—around 30% higher than during the less popular times. The rest of the year is hot and humid and prone to tropical storms; temperatures hover around 80°F–85°F. Temperatures in Freeport, Bimini, and the Abacos are nearly the same: a degree or two cooler in spring and fall, and a degree or two warmer in summer.

As you head down to the more southern islands, expect temperatures to be about a degree or two warmer than the capital year-round.
Whether you want to join it or avoid it, be advised that spring break takes place primarily from the end of February to late March (and sometimes up to mid-April). This means a lot of vacationing college students, beach parties, sports events, and entertainment, mainly in New Providence, Grand Bahama, and Hope Town, Abaco.