3. Prince George Wharf located in Nassau Harbor
• The Wharf can provide dockage for more
than four cruise ships at a time.
• The wharf is just minutes away from a truly
unique shopping experience.
• The cruise lines are vital part of the island’s
economy.
4. Tourism
Atlantis
The well known Atlantis Resort attracts thousands of
visitors each year and employs over 6,000 Bahamians.
There are several resorts on the island that helped build a
thriving tourist industry including Sheraton, Wyndham, and
Sandals.
Currently under construction Baha Mar will be a mega
hotel and will bring 1,700 new jobs upon opening. Baha Mar
5. Commercial Fishing
In the 19th century cotton after many years was no longer a profitable endeavor. As a
result sponge became the new booming business until a fungus decimated the sponge
industry.
Following the devastation with the loss of the sponge revenues the local turned to the
sea once again and became commercial fisherman. Some of the popular fish we see
come from Nassau are Spiny Lobster, Queen Conch, Grouper, and Hogfish.
Grouper Queen Conch Hogfish Spiny Lobster
6. A must see for land lovers is the Queens Stair case.
• Located on the back of Fort Fincastle
• Carved by slaves from 1793-1794 with axes and sharp hand tools.
• Named in of honor of Queen Victoria’s sixty-five year reign as well as the
role she played in abolishing slavery.
Queens Staircase Queen Victoria
7. The island is full of history that includes stories of native Indians, monarchies, slaves,
and pirates.
• Lucayan Indians were among the first settlers
• 1700-1718 the island was governed by Pirates
• The new governor agreed to pardon most pirates who ceased
their operations.
• Black Beard was among the few pirates not offered a pardon and
escaped the island.
• 18th Century American Loyalists settled on the island with their
slaves.
8. Nassau’s electric culture has had many influences from India, Europe, Africa and many
other parts of the world.
One very important Christmas tradition is called Junkanoo. The festivals origins can be
traced back to Africa.
The festival, which now celebrates freedom, is an explosion of colors and music.
9. The local cuisine is as influenced as the culture.
Many local favorites are cooked in a single pot and made using ingredients that are
readily available such as fresh fish.
Fish, shellfish, and beans are staples in the Bahamian diet.
Spices and rubs used in the cuisine vary from curries, thyme, coconut milk and
hot peppers.
A typical breakfast for a native in Nassau consists of strewed fish, Johnnycakes
or boiled fish on top of grits. Lunch is likely to be curry chicken or fish.
Stewed fish with a Fish and grits Curried fish
Johnnycake
10. This unique and beautiful destination has it all…
Crystal Blue Water All Inclusive Resorts Downtown Shopping
History Culture Nature
11. Nassau is truly a great destination and despite it’s relatively small size there is no
shortage of activity options. You can parasail in the morning; zip line in evening or tour
the amazing aquarium at Atlantis.
