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- Destinations
- Caribbean
- Bahamas
- The Islands
- Long Island
Long Island
One of the main events on the Bahamas yachting calendar is the
Long Island Regatta, which takes place in the town of Salt Pond
each May, drawing visitors from all around the world to one of the
most beautiful and unspoilt islands of the Bahamas. The locals of
Long Island still depend on fishing for their livelihood, while
visitors revel in the shallow bays and white beaches of the western
shore. The rugged windward coast features towering cliffs washed by
wild waves. There are also some renowned offshore diving and
snorkelling spots, and a spectacular view from the northern tip of
the island at the site of a monument to Christopher Columbus, who
enjoyed the vista when he came ashore in 1492. The island is also
home to the deepest blue hole in the world, just north of Clarence
Town.
Information & Facts
Language
English is the official language in the
Bahamas.
Money
The official currency is the Bahamian Dollar (BSD), which is
divided into 100 cents. The Bahamian Dollar is equal in value to
the US Dollar and both currencies are accepted throughout the
islands. Currency can be exchanged at banks, bureaux de change and
many hotels. There are ATMs in the main tourist centres and credit
and debit cards are widely accepted in all the big resorts.
Travellers cheques can be changed at all banks, although those in
US Dollars receive the best rates. Banks tend to be open from
9.30am to 3pm (Monday to Thursday) and 9.30am to 5pm (Fridays).
Time
Local time in the Bahamas is GMT -5 (GMT -4 from first Sunday
in April till last Sunday in October).