Alcohol and Drinking

Drinking age is 18 in theory, much less in practice

The drinking age is 18 and above. However, no one checks ID, so if you look close to 15 you can get booze.

Much advantage is made of this by young Americans, particularly during the high point of their college year--spring break--where they visit in legions.

To make things better, or worse depending on your point of view, rum is usually a third of the U.S. price.

Did you know that Cascarilla bark grown in a few family islands is used to flavor Campari and Vermouth?

Gambling is 18

The gambling age is 18 and above. I guess if you are old enough to die in Bosnia or Vietnam, why can't you be old enough to drink and gamble?

Discover the Islands of the Bahamas

According to the Bahamas Tourism office the Islands of the Bahamas is unique with their individual character and charm--and there is some truth to this.

Visit the main islands like beautiful Grand Bahama Island (Freeport/Lucaya) and bustling New Providence (Nassau and Paradise Island). 

Or, if you really want to get away from the crowds, visit one of the many out islands like Abaco, Andros, Acklins and Crooked Island, Biminis, Berry Islands, Cat Island, Eleuthera, Exumas, Inaguas, Mayaguana, and San Salvador.

Bahamas Facts & Figures

Whether you need information on alcohol, camping, and our wonderful climate, or want to know about our currency, and education system, our rich history and immigration policies. The Bahamas Guide Facts and Figures section should have what you are looking for.