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The Healing Benefits of Abaco Neem
Daphne DeGregory and I bumble along in her oversized pickup truck through rows of dense neem trees. We stop periodically to check on her various medicinal plants throughout their 120-acre property on Great Abaco, about 20 minutes south of Marsh...
For Nature Lovers – Getaway to Andros
Andros may not be on the forefront of your radar of top places to visit, but it very well should be. Andros is filled with options for nature lovers and it's just a quick hop away from the big city of Nassau. If you are planning to visit Nassau, I highly...
A Romantic Escape – Overnight in The Berry Islands
Couples looking to truly get away from it all and enjoy one-on-one time with no distractions will find that Great Harbour Cay has a certain romantic vibe about it. Great Harbour Cay, located just north of Nassau in The Berry Islands, has seen an influx in...
Top 11 Best Beaches in The Bahamas
It is nearly impossible to narrow down the best beaches in The Bahamas, since it seems as though every beach you come across is the most beautiful beach you’ve ever seen. After traveling the islands of The Bahamas extensively and stepping foot on beach after glorious beach, I’ve narrowed it down to my top 11 favorites.
The Irresistible Enchantment of Kamalame Cay
Kamalame Cay is luxurious and ever-stylish, yet decidedly unpretentious. It's small and intimate, with an alluring sense of spaciousness. You can breathe here. You have everything you need, yet you also realize what you can do without. You tune into nature...
The Endless Allure of Harbour Island’s Charm
Harbour Island regularly ranks high as a top island destination. Known as “Briland” by the locals, it attracts an elite socialite crowd during the winter months for its famous Pink Sand Beach, top restaurants and hotels, and the allure of navigating narrow streets lined with historic cottages in a golf cart.
World Class Amenities with an Eco-Friendly Mindset
I feel as though I have stumbled upon a hidden gem, one that ticked all of the boxes for an Out Island getaway. The customer service was second to none, the accommodations were sinfully luxurious, and the natural landscape is the epitome of what we all love about the Exumas.
Exploring Eleuthera
The dynamic landscape of Eleuthera and its surrounding islands are a combination of rocky headlands reminiscent of the rugged Irish coastline, separated by ambling stretches of gentle powder-sand beaches. Eleuthera could vaguely resemble a swordfish or narwhal whale...
Island Hopping in The Abacos
The islands of The Abacos are an extraordinary place; so close to the doorstep of the United States, but truly a world away. 180 miles east of West Palm Beach, this archipelago consists of more than 100 islands, covering 120 miles, but only a handful are populated.
Escape to Pearl Island, Bahamas
Looking for a quick escape from the big city of Nassau?
Pearl Island is the latest getaway with a true Out Island feel, welcoming guests for just over one year now. Located just a short boat ride from downtown Nassau, this charming barrier island is marked with a pastel and white lighthouse…
Four Days in Grand Bahama
fter completing the Nassau/New Providence chapter, where I spent several weeks playing tourist in my own backyard, I was ready to head towards the unknown. My second chapter for Moon Bahamas travel guidebook was Freeport/Grand Bahama. Mark is...
Craft Beer in The Bahamas
Anyone that knows me would likely be aware of my passion for beer and brewing. Growing up in the Pacific Northwest gave me access to craft beer from the start of my beer-drinking experiences, and I was fortunate to live in one of the first areas in the USA to...
What’s the Deal with Freeport?
Lighthouse Pointe at Grand Lucayan recently went on a weekend trip to Freeport to meet up with my husband's parents and visit old family friends. Although he was born there and lived there until he was about 7 years old, he hadn't visited in almost...
Looking for Something Different? Try Paddleboarding with Dogs
I recently joined PappaSurf (a paddleboarding excursion company based in Nassau) for a morning of paddleboarding with my dog. The event was charmingly called PUP & SUP (SUP is an acronym for "stand up paddle," and I'm sure you get the "pup" part)....
Featured Out Islander – Ange Dovel
Nassau-native Ange Dovel has chosen a bit of an unconventional life. For 7 years, she's been caretaking a 13-acre private island in the Northern Abacos. Despite the fact that the Abacos is home to the third-largest city in The Bahamas, Marsh Harbour (population around...
