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Nassau

NASSAU, the capital of the Bahamas, is sited on the island of New Providence and is linked by bridge to Paradise Island.

Only 21 miles by seven, New Providence is a busy, bustling island. It’s the heart of the tourist and banking industry, and the seat of the government.

The courts and parliament are located on Bay Street in downtown Nassau, along with numerous shops, restaurants, banks and trust companies. A stone’s throw away is the cruise ship terminal where the mega ships berth at Prince George Wharf.

Brand names like Hermes, Gucci, Rolex, Bill Blass, Wedgwood, LaLique can be found in the high end shops sprinkled liberally throughout Bay Street and Paradise Island.

New Providence is a marriage of the old and the new. The elegance of its Colonial past – visible in the architecture, narrow streets and white unformed constables directing horse drawn carriages – blends with the glitzy hotels, lavish shops, gourmet restaurants and SUVs.

Wonderful attractions include Blue Lagoon, an island a short boat ride away, where you can swim with the dolphins. There are a number of dive operations at the south western tip of the island. Dive the magnificent ‘wall,’ swim with the sharks or ride a submersible scooter.

Paradise Island boasts a world class casino, golf course and hotel resort (see Paradise Island).

New Providence plays host to millions of visitors each year. It accounts for only 1.5% of the land mass, but over 60 percent of Bahamians live here.

Even with its close proximity to the United States, the British and African influence is easy to identify today. It’s seen in the changing of the guard at Government House, the world famous Royal Bahamas Police Force Band and Junkanoo - the colourful festival in which even the most conservative person is mesmerized by the rhythm of horns and goatskin drums, and the magnificent costumes.

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