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nature trips, and has a famous shallow-water dolphin experience perfect for those too
young to dive. Older kids will love the nature of the Out Islands - snorkeling amid giant
eagle rays, swimming with the infamous pigs of Exuma.
ENTERTAINMENT
Vibrant rake 'n' scrape music, Junkanoo dancing and impromptu drum circles entertain
kids of all ages. Many restaurants feature live music on weekends and the atmosphere stays
family-friendly until 10pm or 11pm. Local Fish Fries are also a great place for kids to bop
their heads to the beat and maybe even make a few local pals.
DINING
Bahamian cuisine - heavy on starches like rice, sweet potatoes and mac 'n' cheese - tends
to suit young palates just fine. Local restaurants are very casual and family- friendly. Just
watch out for desserts like guava duff (boiled jellyroll pastries filled with sweetened guava
paste), which sometimes contain a healthy slug of rum!
Most tourist-heavy areas have plenty of casual family-friendly dining. With the excep-
tion of a handful of very high-end establishments in Nassau, Paradise Island and Harbour
Island, kids are welcome almost anywhere.
Children's Highlights
ACCOMMODATIONS
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Atlantis Royal Towers, Paradise Island
Atlantis' biggest property is its theme park-iest,
with a lobby aquarium, a faux archaeological dig, and pools and grottoes galore.
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Reef Atlantis, Paradise Island
Atlantis's all-condo hotel is perfect for long-term stays,
with full-kitchens and ample space.
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Wyndham Nassau Resort, Cable Beach
Has a kids' club, children's pools and a bust-
ling family atmosphere.
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Our Lucaya Beach & Golf Resort, Reef Village
This massive resort has a giant family
pool and a full-service kids' club, as well as multiple on-site family restaurants.
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Bahama Beach Club, Treasury Cay
This condo-style resort is popular with families for
longer-term stays.
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Bimini Sands Resort & Marina, South Bimini
One- and two-bedroom apartments are
perfect for families, and the on-site recreation department has tons of fun activities.
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Coral Sands Hotel, Harbour Island
This large resort is less precious than some, with
large villas and apartments, and kid-friendly perks like free boogie boards and a games
room.
