Freeport
Freeport is a sportsman's paradise with endless opportunities for snorkeling, sailing, scuba diving, and one of the most impressive golf courses in the world. If shopping is your sport you're sure to score big at the duty-free shops, where you can find excellent deals on cameras, watches, porcelain and fine jewelry. Or you can just kick back and enjoy the sun on one of the many gorgeous, white-sand beaches that abound.
Activities
- The emerald and turquoise waters of The Bahamas archipelago naturally form breathtaking beaches. Seclusion. Activity. Countless meandering miles of sand - white, or pink. Where ocean meets land here, the possible rewards are genuinely endless.
- Coral reefs. Blue holes. Walls. Caves. Shipwrecks. Sharks. Dolphins. Stingrays. The variety of islands in The Bahamas present a variety of diving experiences. Beginners and experts are welcome. Lessons and guides can be found throughout the islands.
- Championship fairways and greens await golfers eager to bring their game to a new level-mere feet above sea level. 18-hole it. 9-hole it. Double round it. Savor all of it. Because the scenery can turn even a bad round into a flawless day of vacation.
- See why The Bahamas has produced over 50 record catches. Come for big-game tournaments, deep-sea charters, or to witness the vigorous strike of the bonefish. The flats and deep waters of The Bahamas are suitable for beginners and sportfishing enthusiasts.
Shopping
If shopping is your sport you're sure to score big at the duty-free shops, where you can find excellent deals on cameras, watches, porcelain and fine jewelry. Freeport has become one of the liveliest shopping ports in the Bahamas, with quaint shops, cafes and restaurants that spread out over ten acres.
Food
An unforgettable way to experience Bahamian culture is through your stomach. Bahamian cuisine is available roadside, beachside, and in fine-dining establishments with a host of international cuisine. Sample. Or feast outright. Remember, this is vacation.
Currency
The Bahamian dollar (BSD) is the official unit of currency. U.S. dollars, traveler's checks and credit cards are widely accepted.
| Cruise Lines | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | 2009 Jan |
Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carnival |
Carnival Carnival Triumph on 05/25/09 · $599
Royal Caribbean Liberty of the Seas on 10/11/08 · $849
Royal Caribbean Voyager of the Seas on 11/22/08 · $949
Royal Caribbean Voyager of the Seas on 12/14/08 · $899
Norwegian Cruise Line Norwegian Pearl on 09/07/08 · $949
Norwegian Cruise Line Norwegian Gem on 09/21/08 · $999
NCL America Pride of America on 11/22/08 · $1,149
Oceania Nautica on 01/07/09 · $4,599