When looking for a family-friendly destination, the Bahamas comes up tops. The islands’ resorts offer fun kids’ clubs and young explorer programs, plus many attractions perfect for the kids. Whether heading to the beach, splashing around in waterfalls, or snorkeling, these islands are a great place to be. Read on to find out the five best things to do on a family vacation in the Bahamas.
1. Pirates of Nassau Museum, the Bahamas
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Here, kids can get to see replica pirate ships, while learning the legacy of pirates in the Bahamas. The Bahamas hosted a number of infamous smugglers, including “Blackbeard” Edward Teach, “Black” Sam Bellamy, Mary Read and Anne Bonny. The Pirates of Nassau Museum will truly capture children’s imagination while teaching a little history along the way.
2. Splash at Aquaventure Water Park, Paradise Island
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There’s nothing like a water park for family fun and Aquaventure Water Park is among the best. Located on Paradise Island, the water park features a Disney-like vibe where the whole family can experience a fantasy world in the Lost City of Atlantis. Meanwhile, the water slides include Mayan and jungle themes and even include a slide that takes the kids through an underwater tunnel surrounded by sharks.
3. Explore Lucayan National Park in the Bahamas
The whole family can enjoy being out in nature in Lucayan National Park, which features off-road tours, kayaking and gorgeous beaches. The national park is located close to Freeport on Grand Bahama and is ideal for the kids to paddle through lush mangrove forests. Alternatively, hop into a 4WD vehicle for a fun tour of the rainforest.
4. Learn about climate change at Coral Vita, Grand Bahama
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Staying with nature, Coral Vita on Grand Bahama is among the world’s most important coral farms. Here, the whole family can learn how researchers are discovering how warming oceans are impacting coral. Meanwhile, they are working to engineer methods for coral to adapt to climate change. Take the family on a guided tour to get an in-depth look at what is happening in our oceans.
5. Visit Fort Montagu, New Providence Island
Dating from the 18th century, Fort Montagu is a limestone fortress standing tall on New Providence Island at the eastern end of Nassau Harbor. This oldest remaining fort played an important role in the American Revolutionary War. In fact, the first-ever amphibious assault was made here by the United States Marines. However, its history dates back to 1741, when the fort was built to defend the British possession from Spanish invaders.
These and many more attractions are available for the whole family in The Bahamas. Discover everything the islands have to offer in 2023. Find out more by visiting the official tourism website for the islands.
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