700 islands, thousands of deserted cays and a whole lot of beaches—this is the archipelago of The Bahamas, just off the Florida Keys, bound by the warming waves of the Atlantic Ocean. This is our vision of a tropical paradise: swinging palm trees, teal-tinged waters harbouring candy-coloured coral and shores of every shade. You really have to see it to believe it.
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Visit The Bahamas: get started
Set out for the sun on the best beaches in the Bahamas! Visit Nassau for Bahamian history and culture or go to the island of Great Exuma for classic Bahamas activities like swimming with wild pigs. Pencil in paradise and pick our all-inclusive vacation packages for a soothing stay in top Bahamas hotels or resorts.
The Bahamas travel guide
Destination facts
Language
English
What to bring back
Conch shell jewellery or décor and handmade, brightly hued Androsia textiles.
What to eat
Seafood like conch (fried or in a salad or soup) and rock lobster, a dish called Fire Engine (sautéed corned beef), johnnycakes (cornmeal flatbread), peas n’ rice and a guava-based dessert called duff.
Fun fact
Many of The Bahamas’ marvels lie below its brilliant blue waters. It has one of the world’s longest underwater cave systems located at the Lucayan National Park—trails take you to both caves, Ben’s Cave and Burial Mound Cave, but you need a dive instructor to swim the passage linking both.
Important info
For more information on all necessary travel documents, visa, taxes and more, check Air Canada’s Travel Requirements page and the Government of Canada’s Travel and Tourism website.
