On Paradise Island, the Atlantis Bahamas resort has a waterpark with 11 swimming pools, massive water slides, river rapids, rock climbing, and other fun water activities. While the Bahamas are made of many islands, most visitors stick to the easiest to reach islands unless hiring a private yacht or charter to take you to one of the more secluded ones. Pristine white and pink sand beaches draw in visitors all year. The best attractions in the Bahamas are very obviously the beaches. The most popular season to visit the Bahamas is in the winter, from December through March/April when temperatures are warmest during the days. There are rainstorms and hurricanes every now and then (Hurricane Dorian did damage some of the region in 2019), but with travel insurance and planning, the Bahamas are a great year-round destination and you shouldn't have to worry too much about any travel disruptions.
With year-round temperatures hovering between 70-90 degrees Fahrenheit, the weather is always gorgeous in the Bahamas. Again, we reiterate to keep your safety in mind first and avoid public displays of affection. There are no gay clubs or events in the Bahamas because of the stigma against the LGBTQ+ community, but you can still make your own fun with the beautiful beaches and islands to explore. As realists, there is still much more work to do, and we recommend being extra cautious in order to stay safe. As optimists, we see the progress being made.įor example, most of the big hotels and resorts are welcoming, and even the ones that previously banned homosexual couples (such as the Sandals resort) ended their discriminatory practices in the early 2000s. This is a country with a history of strict anti-homosexuality laws. Full protection is not yet enshrined in law, although there is a groundswell of public support for equal rights for all people. While there are many LGBTQ+ individuals who are doing an exemplary job trying to make The Bahamas gay-friendly and turn things around, they are challenged every step of the way. While there are over 700 islands that make up the Bahamas, only 30+ are actually inhabitated. The official language of the country is English which makes it that much easier to take in the sites for exploring. The most popular spots in the Bahamas are the towns of Nassau and Freeport, where many Caribbean cruise ships frequently dock. The islands are recognized as the initial site of Columbus's first landfall in the American continent, but most visitors come for the pristine blue water and beautiful scenery.
The islands of the Bahamas are home to some of the most picture-perfect beaches in the Caribbean.