New Providence
The island home to Nassau, the capital of the Bahamas, combining a cruise port, beach resorts and historic colonial districts, and the heart of the country's tourism.
New Providence lies in the central Bahamas. Though small in area, it is the country's political and economic center and is where the capital, Nassau, is located. The island has resort areas such as Cable Beach, and a bridge leads to the large resorts of Paradise Island; Nassau's old town preserves colonial-era sites such as Fort Charlotte and the Queen's Staircase, and cruise ships call at the harbor all year round. The climate is warm, and December to April is dry and comfortable, making it the high season, while summer and autumn require watching for hurricanes. Lynden Pindling International Airport is the main air gateway to the Bahamas.
Destinations
Itineraries
- Nassau & Paradise Island Family Vacation – Based on Paradise Island, dedicate one day each to the water park, an outer island beach, and Nassau's historic old tow…
- Great Exuma & Staniel Cay Island Hopping – Stay in George Town first, then fly to Staniel Cay for three nights to see the swimming pigs, Thunderball Grotto, and t…
- Bahamas Island Hopper: Nassau, Eleuthera & Exuma – Visit three major island groups in one trip: Nassau's Old Town, a road trip through Eleuthera, and a boat tour from Geo…