What is etiquette of the Bahamas?

Bahamas are known for being friendly, outgoing and informal. However they also maintain a sense of decorum and are very polite. Hospitality is an extension of this and they like to get to know people, say hello to strangers and invite people into their homes.



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Taboo: In the Islanders characteristics there is no alcohol, and no cigarettes. When you go to a church you have wear the best cloth you have. Calling someone black; no racism.

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Violent crime, such as burglaries, armed robberies, and sexual assaults, occur in both tourist and non-tourist areas. Be vigilant when staying at short-term vacation rental properties where private security companies do not have a presence.

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

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Anything except fresh fruits, vegetables and dairy products can be brought into The Bahamas. All meats must be canned or frozen.

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However, should you decide to visit some of the local attractions, tours or shopping, you will need money. You'll find that merchants on the island do accept most major credit cards, though we recommend some cash for smaller, local merchants and restaurants who may require cash. Taxis in The Bahamas will require cash.

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6 Things You Didn't Know About The Bahamas
  • The world's third-largest wine cellar is in Nassau. ...
  • The Bahamas boasts the third largest barrier reef on the planet. ...
  • Our waters are some of the clearest in the world. ...
  • There are 700 islands in The Bahamas. ...
  • Hollywood loves Paradise! ...
  • The Bahamas is home to its own “sea monster”.


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Expect to pay more than $25 a plate for something as mundane as shrimp over linguine—and that's at a casual sports bar outside Nassau. Of course, where there's a will, there's a way to eat cheap in the Bahamas, and you can bet that it involves local food.

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In general, a 3-day & 2-night Bahamas trip cost around $800 for one person. For a family of four, the average Bahamas trip cost is about $630 per day. Overall, the total budget for a week's trip should be around $5500, considering the flight, transport, food, entertainment and souvenirs??.

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If you are traveling from the US, there is no need to change your money. US dollars are used as readily as Bahamian Dollars in the bahamas and are equal in value. If you are coming from another country, it's wise to change your money before you get to the bahamas.

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Liquor is inexpensive in the Bahamas and generally sold by the liter. Rum starts as low as $8 a bottle. The duty on beer and wine is much higher so therefore it is generally more expensive. Expect to pay around $50 for a case of beer and wine starts at around $10 a bottle.

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Typical Bahamian Breakfast Foods You Must Try
  • Boiled Fish. One of the best ways to start the day on the islands is with fresh catch. ...
  • Fire Engine. It's not clear where this dish got its name. ...
  • Stewed Fish. ...
  • Johnny Cake. ...
  • Stewed Conch. ...
  • Grits. ...
  • Souse. ...
  • Corned Beef Sauté


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