A Tale of Two Bahama Vacations: Nassau vs. The Out Islands

When most people think of a vacation in the Bahamas, turquoise waters and white sand beaches instantly come to mind — and rightly so. But what many travelers may not realize is that the Bahamas isn’t just one experience. With over 700 islands and cays, this tropical paradise offers two very distinct types of vacations: the bustling energy of Nassau, and the peaceful escape of the lesser-known Out Islands.

A Quiet Morning on the Perfect Beach

Normally it would be rare to find a beach like this with no one else around, especially one this beautiful. But this is actually the norm for Spanish Wells. There was something about being completely alone in a place like that that made it feel even more special. I didn’t even feel like I needed to swim or do anything — just being there was enough.

Spanish Wells Hotels

I have been seeing searches for “Spanish Wells Hotels” coming in to bahamabook. Spanish wells is fortunate enough to not have hotels on the island, at least not large ones. Spanish Wells has not become a tourist trap, and I hope the government of the Bahamas never allows a large hotel chain to build there. […]

The Generation Gap

The Generation Gap to me is a take on a traditional diner type restaurant. They serve good food cheap, and in large amounts. It is also a good place to sample traditional Bahamian food. The Peas-n-Rice is like my grandma used to make. There are quite a few other Bahamian specialties on the menu as […]

Bahamas Wireless Connectivity Explained

Modern technology is not only affecting our daily lives at home. It is also affecting the way we travel. Not too long ago one went on vacation while vernon at home wondered how the vacation was going, and if every one was safe and healthy. Photos and live video can also be shared to your […]

Shipyard Restaurant and Bar

The shipyard is one of the newest restaurants on Spanish Wells. This is a more upscale restaurant bent on changing it up from the fried food, local type food that has traditionally been served at the local restaurants. The View The View is definitely gourmet! I enjoy simply sitting on the deck, the food is […]

Villa Anna

Villa Anna is a second floor apartment, giving you complete privacy.  You have your own spacious deck from which to enjoy beautiful sunsets each night. Villa Anna is located in a quiet central street, close to everything, especially the beach! Your apartment is nestled in a beautiful tropical garden with a private entrance. A short […]

Bullseye Bonefishing

Shaw Underwood of Bullseye Bonefishing has spent his entire life boating and fishing the waters around Spanish Wells. His skill becomes evident very quickly as he pilots his boat from one fishing spot to the next in pursuit of the “ghost of the flats.” The Challenge Fishing for Bonefish is challenging in the best of […]

Salt and Peppa’s Spanish Wells Dive

The Restaurant Is mainly a take away, but has seating in the rear under a tent. They serve true Bahamian food and as a result it is where the locals grab a bite on the run. Virginia Parks is the owner operator of Salt and Peppa’s. She has a passion for good food and it […]

Budda’s Snack Shack

Budda’s Snack Shack and Liquor Store is a local outdoor, family friendly restaurant and bar. Bahamabook was told that Friday nights this is a happening place. The place to go to meet the locals. The menu at Budda’s includes Bahamian food, American food and some Chinese. Prices are reasonable between $7.00 and $20.00 per entree. […]