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A paradise called - Bahamas
by Arbdes Shamb
http|://www.findbahamas.com
Columbus discovered a New World in 1492, which he called
'Baja mar' in Spanish, meaning shallow waters. This new
land is now known as Bahamas. The beautiful landscapes,
amazing beaches and fringed palms have changed a little
since the distinguished explorer set foot on San Salvador,
one of the country's 700 islands. The island of Bahamas
looks like a sting of pearls from the space.
Downtown Nassau, Bahamas' main city is only 20 minutes away
by taxi cab. It is vibrant with merchant and tourist
activity. It's a mile of everything you'd love to buy;
shoulder to shoulder, the stores are a treasure trove of
fine goods and souvenirs, the perfect place to find an
extra special gift or a keepsake from your vacation.
Unspoiled by pollution, the crystal clear and beautiful
waters of Bahamas give opportunity to the tourists and the
residents to enjoy it to the fullest. Enjoyment doubles on
seeing the sea changing vistas of glorious shades of
iridescent blues and greens. The colors change to amber
shades as the sun rises and sets in the islands.
There are many ways to enjoy the incomparable waters of the
Bahamas, both above and below the surface. There are miles
of breathtaking beaches ringing the islands, in shades
ranging from dazzling bleached white to a delicate rose
pink. Offshore, the water is pleasantly warm and
good-natured most of the year.
People, who are keen to watch the life below the surface,
can slip on a mask and snorkel. They can take pleasure in
the offshore reefs and vibrant panorama of marine life at
relatively shallow depths. Hotels provide snorkeling
equipment on rent and some arrange snorkeling trips to
other areas for the more adventurous.
But those who wish to stay dry yet not deprived of the
experience of the deep, may visit Atlantis, Paradise
Island's amazing underwater world, which offers a
behind-the-glass view of an immense variety of the marine
world, from the beauty of the angel fish and lacy sea fans
to the menacing teeth of a shark or moray eel.
Paradise Island is today's most sought after destination
point for visitors to the Bahamas owing to the popularity
of the Atlantis Paradise Island Resort. Only 15 minutes by
boat from downtown, the trip will only cost $3 per person
if you take the boat from a ferry station at the back of
the famed Straw Market.
Northwest of New Providence is the Bahamian Riviera or
Cable Beach, where rich tourists usually flock to pursue a
lifestyle vacation with a choice of several excellent
hotels (Nassau Marriott Resort & Crystal Palace Casino; The
Radisson Cable Beach Resort; and the Superclubs Breezes
Hotel; among others) all of which have their respective
beachheads while being close to the golf club as well.
On the northeast side of Nassau is Blue Lagoon Island,
which is about twenty minutes by boat from Paradise Island.
The Blue Lagoon's central attraction is interacting with
the dolphins, which one can pet, hug and kiss from a
waist-deep platform. The island is also home to Stingray
City, an incredible three-acre marine park where the whole
family can join in feeding, petting and playing with
southern rays with options for scuba, snorkeling or
above-water observation.
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