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What did the British call the Bahamas?

To put an end to the Pirates' republic and restore orderly government, Britain made the Bahamas a crown colony in 1718, which they dubbed the Bahama islands under the governorship of Woodes Rogers.



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White Bahamians are Bahamian citizens of European ancestry, most of whom trace their ancestry back to England, Scotland and Ireland. Bahamians of European descent are sometimes called Conchs, a term that is also applied to people of White Bahamian descent in Florida.

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Tings: “Tings” means “things”, “tanks” means “thanks” – in Bahamian dialect, the “h” often gets dropped.

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Largely wild and undeveloped, Strangers Cay was picked up by Beyoncé and Jay-Z for $3 million. The 360-acre island is carpeted with lush greenery and has a natural harbor in crystal clear waters that are perfect for snorkeling and scuba diving.

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Right up there with the stunning physical attributes of The Bahamas is the cuisine of the islands, which is diverse, delicious, and in some cases, daring. Some of the common items you'll find on your plate are shellfish, lobster, conch, crab, fish, fruits, potatoes, pigeon peas, rice, and pork.

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In case you're wondering: yes, it has snowed in the Bahamas (in 1977 only); in the Caribbean (most recently in March 2016 on the island of Guadeloupe), and in the Sahara Desert (most recently in January 2022).

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