Whether it's your first time or your hundredth visit, traveling to the Bahamas will have you believing in a heavenly paradise. The Bahamas — an island country in the Atlantic Ocean near the West Indies — is one of the most beloved tropical getaways in the world. The views are unmatched, from the shoreline to the mountains. Here, you can find whatever luxury you prefer, whether it's being waited on hand and foot while you recline amongst pristine, white bedding, or the luxury of clean, fresh island air as you hike through the jungle. There are 16 major islands and several completely untouched or secret beaches and locations just beginning to be explored. If you’re looking forward to a Bahamas vacation packed with everything you could want to experience, this is your vacation bucket list.
If luxury in a remote location is the name of your game, then there's only one way to get from wherever you are to the Bahamas: connect with an air charter company and book a private jet. Although many commercial airlines fly into the main Bahamian international airport (Lynden Pindling International Airport on Nassau), a private plane offers several creature comforts that a commercial airline cannot provide.
Larger and more comfortable seats, a self-determined schedule, and a cabin crew committed to making your flight as relaxed and enjoyable as possible. Many small private jets can also touch down at remote island destinations, meaning you already have a way to get comfortable to even the furthest reaches of the Bahamas.
When you’re moving around from island to island, the second best option is a sleek, sophisticated boat. If you’re after speed, several rental companies and water taxis can get you from place to place quickly and safely. If you want to experience water travel as part of your luxury holiday rather than just a way to get from point A to point B, you’ll want to explore the idea of chartering a yacht or catamaran. Luxury boat rental companies like Botbookings will assist you in finding the perfect vessel and a crew to match.
Where you lay your head at night significantly impacts any trip you take. Thanks to the booming tourist economy in the Bahamas, huge investments have been made in gorgeous, inclusive resorts that offer a comfortable bed every night and all the modern conveniences you could want.
The Ocean Club, A Four Seasons Resort, has been labeled as the best high-end resort on the islands. It’s the ultimate escape for seasoned, sophisticated travelers who know what they like.
This extravagant beachfront resort is so beautiful that it’s been featured in films like the 2006 action movie “Casino Royale.” The manicured garden is inspired by no other than the gardens of Versailles. The food ranges from French-Asian to Caribbean, and you can choose from perfectly appointed hotel rooms/suites and the privacy of the plunge pool bungalows.
Graycliff Hotel is a more intimate affair and one of the best boutique hotels on the islands. It's the perfect place if you’re a history buff, a poolside relaxer, or an oenophile (dedicated wine lover).
The amenities are all-star, including an incredibly well-stocked wine cellar, two stunning pools for daily relaxation, a chocolatier and a cigar factory to get gifts for those left behind at home, and an entertaining museum across the road from the hotel. The exotic glamor of this place can't be overstated.
Hanging out at your hotel is fun, especially when your hotel is of the caliber of the two mentioned above, but to truly experience the Bahamas, you’ll have to explore the islands.
Explore Captain Bill’s, and you’ll come back a changed person. On the island of Andros, you’ll find a wonder of the natural world known as “The Blue Hole.” This marvel is an almost perfectly round clearing seemingly stamped out of the verdant green around it. The lake is now an aquatic playground with a deck hanging over the water’s edge and picnic spots nearby.
At the Nassau Botanical Gardens, you can explore a collection of some of the most exquisite flora anywhere in the Bahamas. The gardens were officially opened when the Bahamas achieved independence from the British crown in 1973 and have provided a tranquil retreat from the business of island life since then. Spread across 18 pristine acres are 600 plant species, including the Yellow Elder — the national flower of the Bahamas.
Explore the Exumas and meet the cutest pigs in the world. The Bahamian swimming pigs are now a must-see on your trip.
Many tour options will take you where you need to go, but the Exuma Elite Escape trip does it in luxury. Swim with the pigs, feed iguanas, interact with sharks, snorkel through crystalline waters, visit a gorgeous sandbar, and enjoy a meal at a classic Bahamian restaurant. You’ll fly out of Nassau to the Exumas and land back at Nassau when the tour is over.
Island life embodies the best luxury living — shady palm fronds and sandy toes, sleeping late in a king-sized bed, indulging in the local cuisine every night, or booking a massage every day. Luxury travel is what you want it to be. So, set your course and start planning your life-changing Bahamas vacation today.
