Seven hundred islands and cays scattered over 100,000 sq miles
of Atlantic Ocean - that's the Bahamas.
The elixir of Bahamian life is centred
on the spectacular blue waters of the Caribbean; however, these
islands are also a glossy rich playground of world-class golf,
tennis and spa indulgences.
Flying time: 10 hours
Time difference: GMT -5hrs.
Getting there: Direct services operate
to Nassau with British Airways and Virgin Atlantic.
Currency: Bahamian Dollar, although it has
parity with the US Dollar, which is also accepted as legal tender
in the Bahamas.
Vaccinations: Precautions for tetanus, typhoid,
diphtheria and hepatitis A are recommended - please contact your
doctor for up-to-date information.
Visas: British passport holders do not require
a visa. All other nationals please check visa requirements with the
embassy.
Best time time to visit: Hot and tropical
climate tempered by trade winds throughout most of the year. The
driest period is from January to April and there is increased
rainfall in summer and towards the end of the year. Like the other
Leeward Islands, Antigua can be affected by hurricanes, which are
most likely to develop between June and November.