DESTINATION: NASSAU, BAHAMAS
Sponsored by: Air, Land & Sea Travel

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The historic city of Nassau, the capital of the Bahamas, is a 35-minute flight from Miami.  Nassau is located on the north side of New Providence, which is 21 miles long and 7 miles wide at its largest point.  It is the commercial and banking hub of the Bahamas.

Cable Beach, just west of the city has a string of luxury resorts.  The area offers fine dining, non-stop casinos, impressive shows, dance clubs and plenty of duty-free shopping.

Paradise Island is located just 600 feet off the north shore of Nassau and is connected to New Providence Island by a toll bridge.

Nassau is one of  the largest cruise ship ports in the world, it can presently dock eleven cruise ships at one time.  A short walk takes you to the Straw Market and Bay Street which is the main shopping area.

Currency Exchange - Americans can use their dollars because the currencies are on par.

Taxes - There is no sales tax but visitors leaving pay a small departure tax (approximately $15.00).

Weather - Temperature in the winter averages 70o and in the summer 80o.