- Let's take a look at the map
- Features of a beach holiday
- Colorful calendar
- Useful observations
The Caribbean in general and the Bahamas in particular is the most popular beach destination for North Americans. Canadians and Americans fly to Nassau and Freeport several times a year, since the travel time does not take too much, and the quality of the tourist infrastructure allows you to enjoy the ideal seascapes conveniently and comfortably. A Russian tourist in a distant archipelago is not often seen: a long flight and the opportunity to enjoy the local pleasures cost a pretty penny. And yet, search queries "when is the best time to relax in the Bahamas" are found on the Internet, which means that the Caribbean is of interest to a potential tourist, despite the thousands of nautical miles separating the continents.
Let's take a look at the map
The Bahamas archipelago is made up of coral islands, islets and reefs of all sizes and shapes. The largest inhabited islands, where the best resorts in the country are located, are New Providence with the capital of Nassau, Andros and Grand Bahama with the second largest city of Freeport.
The weather and climatic features of the islands allow tourists to relax here almost all year round, but the Bahamian calendar also has periods most suitable for beach relaxation, and a "low" season:
- The islands lie in a tropical climate zone, the formation of which is especially influenced by the warm ocean current and the constant trade winds blowing from the southeast.
- The highest probability of rain in the archipelago occurs in May-June and the first half of autumn. July and August, although they belong to the rainy season, boast a relative calm and not too high rainfall.
- In the period from May to October in the Bahamas, air humidity increases significantly - up to 90%. At this time, the intense heat is very difficult to endure, and in the summer in the Bahamas it is better not to rest for those who have problems with the lungs or blood vessels.
- The average air temperature in the resorts of the Bahamas in January is about 21 ° C, in July - from + 30 ° C and above.
With the arrival of summer, hurricane season begins in the archipelago, as in the entire Caribbean region. Officially, it lasts until the last days of November, but the greatest likelihood of a gusty wind and a strong storm falls in August and September. Hurricanes are quite frequent in the Bahamas, but most often they do not cause serious damage to either the tourist infrastructure or the vacationers themselves. And yet, if you want to relax in peace, sunbathe and swim - comfortably and safely, choose the time when to fly to the Bahamas, especially carefully.
Features of a beach holiday
The beaches of the Bahamas archipelago await guests throughout the year. Even in January, thermometers rarely drop below + 25 ° C during the day, and the water warms up to + 23 ° C during the Christmas holidays. The warmest weather on the southern islands is Lesser and Greater Inagua and Mayaguana, slightly cooler in the northwest, in Grand Bahama and New Providence.
You will find your beach holiday most comfortable during the period from September to May. At this time, the probability of rain is reduced to almost zero, although at night strong and powerful tropical rainfall can fall in winter. They usually last only a few minutes and freshen the air, making the morning and the first half of the next day more comfortable for a beach holiday.
Do not forget about the special activity of the sun in tropical latitudes. Even in cloudy weather in the Bahamas, protective equipment should not be neglected to avoid sunburn. Bring sunglasses and hats to Bahamian beaches and limit exposure to the sun, especially during the first days of your vacation.
Colorful calendar
Going to the Bahamas for a beach vacation, the most curious tourists do not forget to look at the schedule of local holidays in order to diversify their vacation by participating in interesting events and colorful events.
The most famous holiday in the Bahamas is the Jonconu Festival, celebrated widely and on a grand scale on the first day of the new year and again - immediately after Christmas. Carnival processions fill the streets and squares of Bahamian cities these days, and cows with bells around their necks become their main participants. The highlight of the entertainment program is dance shows, which are in no way inferior to Brazilian ones. In the evening of each day, the winners are awarded prizes, and the sky is colored with dozens of fireworks.
On the rest of the year, the Bahamas also do not let its many guests get bored:
- In January, you can take part in golf competitions or at least become a spectator and make sure that there are rules in this game, and that it itself may seem boring only at first glance.
- Tourists are offered to get acquainted with the customs of local aborigines in July. At this time, a festival is held, the meaning of which is the preservation of national culture, folklore and customs. If the Bahamas have conquered you and you stayed until the end of summer, take part in the fishing tournament in August.
- The end of summer flows smoothly into the September Bahamian Food and Wine Festival. You can taste local drinks and dishes of national cuisine both in hotels and at street vendors.
Music fans will be delighted to be on vacation in the Bahamas at the end of May. The Caribbean Music Festival lasts for a whole week, and within its framework not only concerts are held, but also incendiary dance lessons are given. Everyone will be sure to learn how to dance bachata, lambada and reggae.
Four times a year, a magnificent musical ceremony is held at Rawson Square in the center of the capital, organized by the Nasau Police Department. The police orchestra is one of the favorite musical groups of local residents and visitors to the islands.
Useful observations
If you love sailing or just enjoy watching yachts, book your tickets to the Bahamas from April to November.
The sailing season on the island of Big Abaco lasts all summer and autumn, and several local regattas are quite capable of quenching the thirst of a person who missed the flapping of canvas in the wind
If you are not too fond of the noise and crowd on the beaches, do not choose the end of March and the first half of April for a vacation in the Bahamas. At this time, many Americans come to the islands with their children, whose spring break begins.
You will hardly be able to sunbathe calmly even at Christmas, but the end of November can be quite deserted. On the fourth Thursday of the month, the United States celebrates Thanksgiving, which is traditionally the gathering of the whole family. During this period, almost all American tourists stay at home
The "low" season in the Bahamas does not become an obstacle to travel for tourists who have decided to save a little. During the rainy season, prices for hotels and flights can be significantly reduced, and therefore the vacation will cost less. In the rainy season in the Bahamas, you can go for an inexpensive complex of spa treatments for face and body care. In the summer, the owners of the salons make huge discounts for visitors who are not afraid to fly to the islands during hurricanes.
And yet, when deciding to fly to the Bahamas during the rainy season, carefully study the offers of hoteliers. Many hotels are completely closed from May to September
Diving in the Bahamas is another popular pastime for Americans who come here on vacation. There are schools for the study of the art of diving in almost every resort and in many hotels. When choosing when is the best time to relax in the Bahamas, if you are a diver or just want to learn the art of diving, book tickets for the dry season. At this time, the water is the most transparent, and the sea is calm. You will be able to observe the underwater inhabitants completely freely.
The water temperature in January can drop to + 23 ° C, and if such values seem to you not too comfortable, try to fly to the Bahamian resorts in November-December or April-May, until the next season of tropical showers begins
When choosing the Bahamas as your destination for your long-awaited vacation, book your flights and hotel rooms as early as possible. The Caribbean is very popular with residents of the Western Hemisphere, who tend to plan their trips in advance, and therefore tickets and hotels for the dates you need a few days or even weeks before the trip may not be available at all.
