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What should I pack for Nassau Bahamas?

Bahamas Packing List
  • 3-5 pairs of socks.
  • 4-7 pairs of underwear.
  • 2 bras (1 sports bra)
  • 3-5 assorted tops (tanks & tees with 1 long sleeve for layering)
  • 2-3 pairs of casual pants, shorts, capris, or skirts.
  • 1 nicer outfit for going out.
  • 1 pair of walking shoes.
  • 1 pair of sandals or flip-flops.




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  1. Wide-brimmed hat.
  2. Sunglasses.
  3. Swimsuit & cover-up.
  4. Short-sleeved shirts (quick drying)/tank tops.
  5. Long-sleeved lightweight shirts.
  6. Light Jacket/Windbreaker/Rain Jacket.
  7. Shorts.
  8. Lightweight long pants.


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Things every first-time tourist needs to know:
  • English is actually the official language of the Bahamas, so it'll be spoken everywhere you go.
  • There's no need to get your currency exchanged, US currency is accepted. ...
  • Tips are king. ...
  • Cars don't drive on the right side of the road, they drive on the left.


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It's always advisable to bring money in a variety of forms on a vacation: a mix of cash, credit cards, and traveler's checks. You should also exchange enough petty cash to cover airport incidentals, tipping, and transportation to your hotel before you leave home, or withdraw money upon arrival at an airport ATM.

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There's no need to get your currency exchanged, US currency is accepted. You'll want to travel with cash and a major credit card though, because you'll probably need both during your stay. Tips are king. If someone helps you during your stay, tips are expected.

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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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T-shirts or polo shirts, shorts or jeans, skirts or sundresses, and similar apparel are recommended. No swim suits or cutoff shorts. Shoes are required. The Atlantis, Paradise Island Hurricane Guarantee ensures that you can purchase your vacation with confidence.

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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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CURRENCY RESTRICTIONS FOR ENTRY: Visitors must declare currency and other negotiable instruments of $10,000 or more upon entry. CURRENCY RESTRICTIONS FOR EXIT: Visitors must declare currency and other negotiable instruments of $10,000 or more upon exit.

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Although it is not really legal, you can walk around downtown with a beer in a paper bag, or a drink from one of the bars without a problem. If you are drunk and rowdy, the law is in place.

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I would say $500-600. I've gone there twice and stayed at NBH and brought back enough money to pay for parking at the airport. I spent the most money on excursions the second time around and on my first trip I bought a lot of souvenirs. Buy your spirits first as the hotel offers a refridgerator in the room for chasers.

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The best time of year to visit is from December to May. Temperatures at this time are between 21 to 24 25°C (70-75 F), and the risk of tropical storms is low. Swimming year round is also possible however, because seawater temperatures usually stay above 25°C (80 F).

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Sandals or water shoes are strongly recommended - the Carribean sunshine heats-up our pathways.

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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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The cost of dining in the Bahamas can vary depending on your preferences. If you're looking for budget-friendly options, you can expect to spend around $10 to $20 per person at local eateries or street food stalls.

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Tip in the local currency Otherwise you'll leave your service providers with cash they can't use without paying high fees on currency exchange. Prepare some small change in the local currency before leaving the airport if you can, to tip drivers and hotel porters.

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