Bahamas Honeymoon

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Here are 10 destinations you should consider visiting for your honeymoon in the Bahamas…

1. Exuma.

If you happen to be staying at Atlantis, or on New Providence Island, there are day trips available to Exuma. However, you can choose this as your sole Bahamas destination.

2. Abacos.

This tends to be the most popular of the out-islands. Abacos is called the sailing capital of the world, so if you enjoy boating, this is the island for you. There are miles of secluded beaches so you can escape from it all. This island is depicted by a New-England style architecture and small villages with an old-style Bahamian feel. This island offers tourist areas and secluded areas, depending on which beat you hit.

3. Andros.

Andros is the largest out-island, but the least explored. If you like discovering new territory, this is the island for you. It is, however, the bonefishing capital of the world. Andros is known for its underwater caves, blue holes, and huge barrier reef. There are a good number of resorts on this island.

4. Eleuthera.

Eleuthera is one of the most laid-back out-islands. It is divided into the north and south. You can visit a cave where early pilgrims once stayed. The theme of this island is British Colonial, evident in the famous Gregory Town. One other interesting attraction is the pineapple fields. This island also has a 100 fathom deep inland “Ocean Hole, where you can swim!

5. Harbor Island.

Harbor Island Beach sits at the North End of Eleuthera. This beach is famous for its pink and peach colored sands.

6. Cat Islands.

Cat Islands are the least frequented of the Bahamas out-islands. If you are looking for true peace and unchartered territory, this is where you want to be. This island is considered one of the most beautiful in the Bahamas. Here you can find the eight-mile Pink Sand Beach.

7. Bimini.

Bimini is a great fishing spot, so if you love fishing, choose this out-island. The island is only 7 miles wide and 700 feet long. The island is actually comprised of three smaller islands, north, south and east. North Bimini has a straw market and museum; and south Bimini has a marshland and salt water bay. Bimini is the closest island to Florida- only 50 miles East of Miami!

8. Acklins.

This small island has only 400 residents. If you want to find solitude and secluded beaches, choose this destination. You will find odd rock formations and beautiful plants here. One great plus to this island is the 1,000 miles of shallow water.

9. Long Island.

This island is on the Tropic of Cancer. There are rocky cliffs and caves, as well as miles of white sandy beaches. This out-island was visited by Christopher Columbus! After this, Loyalists came to the island and built the famous plantations. The island also offers many historical churches and other historical sites.

10. Berry Islands.

This is a stretch of 30 cays, many of which are uninhabited. There is an island-hopping tour you can take of the Berry Islands. The Berry Islands are also known for some incredible dive sites. The name came from the abundance of berry trees found here. Fishing here includes mackeral, sailfish, and marlin. Two of the cays found here, Bonds and Frazier’s Hog, actually raise livestock! Finally, this area is well-known for the number of millionaires living here.

written by: Christi Bowers

When visiting Harbour Island you can’t help, but notice the incredible sights. One of the most wonderful things on this island is the exquisite pink sands. Harbour Island, Bahamas is known for this amazing beach that spans down the coastline for about three miles.

Abuzz with activity

You can’t visit Harbour Island without taking in this world renowned beach, and the best thing is that there are so many things to do on and around this beautiful place.

Snorkeling: The pink beach is surrounded by a coral reef and lovely turquoise waters. This makes for a prime snorkeling place. You will be in awe of all the amazing sea life that you can observe living along this reef. It is a once in a lifetime experience for anyone who loves to snorkel.

Diving: For those who are more adventurous you may want to try out some of the diving opportunities that this beach area has to offer, it is a popular activity that can be done right of the coast of this pink beach.

Exploration: Once you put your feet into the pink sands you will never want to stop. That’s alright, with three miles of beach to walk on you can spend an entire day exploring its glorious sands. You will find shells, pieces of coral, and who knows what else.

Sand castles: Get in touch with your inner child and make a pink sandcastle. When will you ever have that kind of opportunity again?

Accommodations

If you find that you can’t take yourself away from the pink beach of Harbour Island there is no need to worry.

This island offers many hotels and resorts all along the pink coast line. You will enjoy full amenities like room service and luxurious rooms, while waking up every morning to a view of the famous pink beach.

The Bahamas are an incredible place to visit, but if you don’t stop and take in their beautiful pink beach then you are really missing out.