The Bahamas is home predominantly to people of West African descent who were formerly enslaved and forced to pick cotton. Natural resources include cotton, salt, timber, arable land, and freshwater. The climate is warm year-round with temperatures between 70-80 degrees Fahrenheit and high humidity in some areas. A major holiday, Junkanoo, originated from African slave traditions and features costumes and drumming. The economy relies heavily on tourism and banking centered around four main airports.