Getting Around The Bahamas

There are many transportation options to help you explore the islands of The Bahamas

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The islands that make up the Bahamas are each incredibly unique, and no vacation can be called complete without a sizable bit of exploring. Whether your interests lie just across the street or on a neighboring shore, there are plenty of transportation options to give you access to every nook and cranny of the Bahamas.

Inter-island travel can be incredibly rewarding, giving vacationers a unique view of The Bahamas. However, it requires a tad more planning than local trips and should be arranged in advance. Small aircrafts are the fastest method of island-hopping; visitors can hire a flight, while experienced aviators can charter their own planes. Seafaring types may prefer to take advantage of the numerous island marinas by riding the Bahamas' mail boats or sailing in on a yacht – again, available both for charter and for hire.

Upon arriving at the desired island, travelers can choose from several additional transportation options. Taxis are available on every island, and buses (often called jitneys) service several of the larger metropolitan areas. Rental cars are yet another option, although rental companies are difficult or impossible to find on many of the smaller, out-lying islands.

More active vacationers can rent bikes and scooters by the day or by the week. This option enables you to escape into the most remote areas of the islands.

There is no shortage of transportation options to suit your traveling needs. Whether your plans include swimming in the ocean, shopping in the towns, or lounging in a shady hammock, there is a way of getting wherever you will.

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