New Providence

New Providence Island is, by far, the most populated island in the Bahamas and the site of the capital Nassau.

CitiesEdit

Map of New Providence

25.06-77.3451 Nassau – the capital, whose sprawl takes up most of the eastern side of the island

Other destinationsEdit

25.007476-77.5438851 Adelaide – small village
25.077911-77.4116982 Cable Beach
25.02503-77.5304133 Lyford Cay
25.076011-77.430184 Sandyport

UnderstandEdit

New Providence is only 21 miles long and 7 miles wide. Paradise Island, just north, is linked to New Providence by two bridges.

Get inEdit

25.038889-77.4661111 Lynden Pindling International Airport (NAS^IATA), covered in Nassau, is located on the western side of the island.

Get aroundEdit

DoEdit

Stuart Cove's Aqua Adventures. On the southern part of the island, they run diving and snorkeling tours, including some with sharks.

DrinkEdit

Stay safeEdit

There are numerous stray dogs that are called "potcakes" by locals. Don't feed them or make contact with them. Also, as in any tourist destination, watch out for pickpockets.

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