One cannot describe The Bahamas without mentioning the magnificent colors throughout the islands.
Here are some fun and favorite hues to explore during your Atlantis vacation.
Sink your toes into stretches of powdery soft white sands. Throughout the world, white sand is usually quartz, Bahamian sand is mainly calcareous sand which is soft to touch because of its spherical shape.
Often recognized as turquoise, the waters surrounding The Bahamas can vary based upon depth and sediment. The deeper the water, the darker the blue. The low-lying islands are surrounded by shallow waters which is why it is known for crystal clear blue ocean enhanced by the white sand beaches.
The flamingo is the national bird of The Bahamas. While born gray or white, its diet consists of crustaceans, larvae, and algae which are rich in carotenoid pigments. This contributes to the brilliant pink color of their feathers.
For an authentic shopping trip, visit a straw market to find hand-woven straw hats, bags, dolls and more.
This 18-hole, par-72 course designed by Tom Weiskopf spans 7,100 yards of Paradise Island and showcases stunning greens.
The 14-acre Dolphin Cay is one of the largest and most sophisticated marine habitats and animal rescue-rehabilitation facilities in the world. It is home to friendly and playful bottlenose dolphins.
Bahamians hand-craft John Waitling’s small-batch rum in this historic estate overlooking the harbour.
Conch, at its freshest, should always be white. There are a variety of restaurants where you can enjoy conch throughout Atlantis. Try the Conch Salad at McKenzie's Conch Shack, Conch Fritters at Bimini Road, Queen Conch Salad at Lagoon Bar & Grill, Cracked Conch and Conch and Chicken Jumble at Pisces, and Conch Chili Nachos at Sip Sip - just to get started.
As one of the Caribbean's most spirited carnivals, the Junkanoo street parade is a spectacle of music, dance, and colorful costumes.
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