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I would say the big difference is in the size. I would compare Freeport more to a larger city and Bimini to a small pretty laidback Caribbean Island. Night and day really imo. Bimini is MUCH smaller and has less in the way of shopping, dining, activities.
So, Why Are The Bahamas So Expensive? The Bahama's remote island location makes things harder to import and export. The Bahamas does not have an income tax, so they rely on sales tax or VAT to support infrastructure.
About Grand BahamaGrand Bahama is well connected to mainland America by ferry and features a regular daily service from Fort Lauderdale, Florida connecting you to its port in Freeport.
Bimini is the westernmost island of the Bahamas, situated about 80 km (53 mi) east of Miami, Florida, making it the closest point in the Bahamas to the US mainland.
Referred to by many as the Big Game Fishing Capital of the World, the waters of Bimini have since been made world famous by anglers and divers. The Lost City of Atlantis and the Fountain of Youth are just some of the legends that are believed to exist in Bimini.
EXUMA, BAHAMASExuma is an archipelago of 365 islands surrounded by sapphire blue water. The most famous of the beaches is Pig Beach where you can swim with the wild pigs that inhabit the island. You can also pet a stingray while there or just snorkel in the gorgeously clear water.
Ferry from Florida to BahamasThe ferry crossing from Fort Lauderdale to Freeport takes approximately 3 hours on ferries servicing this route. Fort Lauderdale to Freeport ferry duration can range between 3 hours and 3 hours 15 minutes depending on the operator that you decide to travel with.
Ideal Duration Of Stay In The BahamasSo, it is up to you for how many days you want to enjoy the serene nature, glistening coastline, lip-smacking sea-foods, and sun-kissed beaches. The weather is always soothing, so make a 6-7 days holiday in the Bahamas is ideal.
Even if you are coming from farther away, this island chain is worth the journey. “We have always been known for our beautiful beaches and weather; I'm glad that more travelers want to experience something even more valuable than that — the Bahamian people,” Kya Nguyen told Travel + Leisure.