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A country comprised of 700 islands, the Bahamas are a kaleidoscope of diverse traditions and maritime history. Surrounded by white sand beaches and moderate temperatures, many travelers believe they are in paradise when they visit the Bahamas. Two stops not to be missed on any Bahamas vacation are Freeport, located on the Grand Bahama Island and Nassau, located on the New Providence Island.
Freeport, first developed in the 1950’s, has become a fast paced, elegant stop for visitors to the Grand Bahama Island and has made it one of the most visited of all the Bahamas islands. Besides the wonderful shopping, entertainment, and casinos that Freeport has to offer, the Grand Bahama Island also offers one of the world’s largest underwater cave systems, three national parks, endless beaches with emerald green water and enchanting marine life.

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Top 10 Beaches in the Caribbean

January 30th, 2010 · 2 Comments

A holiday to the Caribbean offers you the chance to visit some of the most spectacular beaches in the world. Virtually every island of the Caribbean will have beaches that amaze; with crystal clear blue seas, sugar white sand & palm trees.

To help you choose where to go and more importantly what beach to choose, we have compiled a list of the top 10 beaches in the Caribbean.

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Tags: Antigua · Aruba · Barbados · Beaches · Caribbean Destinations · Grenada · Jamaica · Southern Caribbean · The Bahamas · US Virgin Islands · Vacation Types · Western Caribbean

What Are the Best Winter Beach Vacation Spots?

January 13th, 2010 · 3 Comments

For most of us, the winter months often bring on the winter blues. The cold and snowy months can leave one feeling less active and less motivated to go outdoors. One way of curing the winter blues is to take a vacation at a luxurious beach. There are many hot beach spots that will leave you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.

The following are a few of the best winter beach vacation spots:

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Tags: Beaches · Caribbean Destinations · Continental United States · Dominican Republic · Eastern Caribbean · Florida · Hawaii · Mexico · The Bahamas · United States Destinations · Vacation Types · Western Caribbean

Paradise Hotels in the Bahamas and Around the World

November 3rd, 2009 · No Comments

Paradise hotels are the most wonderful vacation accommodations you will ever experience. Learn more about some of these havens that bring us close to paradise in the Bahamas.

Paradise hotels are just a figure of speech to mean a very pampering and luxurious accommodations experienced anywhere near the beaches. The term was coined because the feeling of being one with nature, seeing the sun rise and set, and hearing the soothing whispers of the ocean waves are all equated to being in paradise.

Bahamas Islands are one of the best places known where most people book their long awaited vacation trips. They have more than just the world class casinos. They have what people called the Paradise hotels.

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Tags: Caribbean Destinations · Grand Bahama Island · Resorts · The Bahamas · Vacation Types

Wonderful Top Beach Vacation Spots

October 15th, 2009 · 2 Comments

No matter what season it may be, taking a beach vacation is both fun and relaxing. There are many beaches all over the world to pick from. You can choose from a white sandy beach, lava rock beach, secluded beach, or a popular beach – as the choice is entirely up to you.

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Tags: Beaches · Caribbean Destinations · Florida · Hawaii · Jamaica · Miami Beach · Portugal · The Bahamas · United States Destinations · Vacation Planning · Vacation Tips · Vacation Types · Western Caribbean

Top 10 Vacation Spots To Have A Fabulous Vacation

September 6th, 2009 · 3 Comments

If you’re going to take a vacation, you might as well go to the top 10 vacation spots and get your money’s worth. As your travel guide, let me take you through some of the most enchanting and exotic places in the world.

By the time you’re done reading this article, you’re going to want to book the next ticket to your dream destination.

So without further ado, I present to you my top 10 vacation spots in the world.

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