Nassau is the epitome of cruise ports of call. With its balmy breezes, fun calypso beat, friendly locals, fine beaches, great shopping, water sports and fun-filled resorts.  It’s no surprise that one million travelers cruise to Nassau every year!  Nassau is well maintained and safe for travelers who just want to explore the port, take a shopping trip, or hang out at the beach.  Save your shopping money for this port!  There are tons of shopping opportunities and there is always the option to bargain with the vendor to get yourself a steal.  Additionally, there are many different dining options for people of all tastes from McDonalds to traditional Bahamas cuisine.

For a port so well known for its laid back feel, Nassau has a wild history.  Though it was first settled by the English, England, France and Spain fought over it for many years.  Additionally, Nassau was a base of operations for many notorious pirates and was burned down by the Spanish on 3 separate occasions. Since 1970, Nassau has calmed down to be the source of relaxation and adventure that it is today.  You can visit Atlantis in Paradise Island where you can have a ball interacting with dolphins, register for the Aquaventure program or participate on a Discover Atlantis Tour.  Make sure to see the largest open air aquarium in the world, with more than 50,000 species of marine life.  Put Nassau on your list of places to visit, because you’ll never forget your experience!