All-inclusive does not have to mean mediocre and the Bahamas have plenty of all-inclusive resorts that are top notch. From the Sandals Royal Bahamian to the sprawling Melia Nassau Beach resorts, there is a resort to match every taste. Gone are the days when all-inclusive meant loud and unattended children running rampant through overcrowded pools with too few lounge chairs. Indeed, today's all-inclusive resorts are much more upscale and the dining options rival those of free-standing destination restaurants. Nassau, Bahamas is a favorite destination for visitors from all over the United States due to safety, high-level amenities, and the many direct flights that are available into the island on a daily basis. Many families choose Nassau because of the ease and affordability of a stay at one of the many luxe all-inclusive resorts on the island.
There are 10 daily direct flights from Miami with the flight lasting about one hour. From the New York City area, there are about four direct flights per day and the duration of the trip is three and a half hours. Flights from Los Angeles are routed through Florida or Georgia as there are no direct flights servicing this route.
Many families prefer the Atlantis for its many child-friendly activities including the very well known water slides and aquariums. The Atlantis also boasts many great restaurants as well as a casino. The Atlantis offers many special rates and packages to their guests that are worth checking out as they can be quite substantial at times.
The Bahamas are considered to be very safe and there are very few incidents of crime involving tourists. It is always a good idea to be aware of one's surroundings and apply common sense to every situation. There are police active throughout all of the main areas of the town as well as locations often frequented by tourists.
The Bahamas are a British colony and passports are required for all American tourists. The United States enjoys strong ties with this island nation and the immigration process is typically smooth and straightforward. Many vendors will accept American money which alleviates the hassle and expense of transferring currency.
The Bahamas enjoy beautiful weather all year long with temperatures remaining fairly warm throughout the winter months. Average temperatures range from the 70s to mid-80s nearly all year long. The rainy season lasts from May until November. Even with this rainy season, the Bahamas enjoy an average of 300 days of sun each year.
The hurricane season starts in June for the Bahamas and is usually finished by mid-September. There are a lot of very good deals available during this low season from both airlines as well as hotels and casinos. Hurricane season can be an opportune time to visit the Bahamas and upgrade to an even more luxe resort.
The majority of hotels have at least a small casino available to their guests, the casino at the Atlantis is one of the largest and most popular. There are helplines available for any gamblers who may feel like they are in over their heads and may need some help. The recently opened Bahama Mar has a high-end casino that caters to gamblers looking for a more refined experience.
Nassau is the capital of the Bahamas and therefore has a bit more going on than a typical island town. There is a lot of shopping available and as this is the main port for cruise ships visiting the Bahamas there are a lot of vendors in the port area that sell interesting wares. In addition to the shopping, there is hiking, snorkeling, gambling and all manner of water sports.