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Written by local experts, Fodors travel guides have been offering advice and professionally vetted recommendations for all tastes and budgets for 80 years. The Bahamas exists in extremes: travelers come to find both secluded beaches and vibrant parties on the sand; to dive dramatic wrecks and barrier reefs and glide in sailboats across crystal waters; to try a traditional fish fry or savor delicacies from all across the world; to stay in a cozy inn or a flashy new resort. Our travel experts help visitors navigate must-see destinations and tucked-away gems so they can escape the everyday and absorb the regions diverse culture. This travel guide includes: * EXPANDED COVERAGE: The Bahamas are ever-changing, and this edition includes new resorts, restaurants, and attractions, including coverage of the complete renovation of the Coral Towers at Atlantis, Paradise Island, and the exciting new Baha Mar development on New Providence * SPECIAL FEATURES: Special Fodors Features throughout the guide illuminate the most distinctive aspects of the Bahamas, including "rake n scrape" music, the famous Junkanoo celebration, and the best snorkeling and dive spots * INDISPENSABLE TRIP-PLANNING TOOLS: Each chapter opens with an island orientation map, top reasons to go, and other essential information to help visitors plan their time effectively * DISCERNING RECOMMENDATIONS: Fodors Bahamas offers savvy advice and recommendations from local writers to help travelers make the most of their visit. Fodors Choice designates our best picks in every category * COVERS: Nassau, Freeport, Andros, Bimini, Eleuthera, Harbour Island, Great Exuma, the Exuma Cays, Cat Island, and San Salvador Read more Continue reading Read less REVIEW "Fodors is pitched a few notches higher ... .aimed at a fairly discerning traveler with an appetite for background and the occasional surprise." - New York Times "The Fodors guides are notable for their ratings of sights, restaurants, shops, accommodations and attractions." - Chicago Tribune "In terms of comprehensiveness of coverage, the very accessible format, and the enthusiastic tone, this series remains one of the best on the market." - BOOKLIST "Fodors super-informative guidebooks are known for accuracy and attention to detail." - Sacramento Bee "Fodors can help you plan the perfect adventure." - Arizona Republic ABOUT THE AUTHOR For over 80 years, Fodors Travel has been a trusted resource offering expert travel advice for every stage of a travelers trip. We hire local writers who know their destinations better than anyone else, allowing us to provide the best travel recommendations for all tastes and budget in over 7,500 worldwide destinations. Our books make it possible for every trip to be a trip of a lifetime. Read more Continue reading Read less