If white- and pink-sand beaches, crystal-clear turquoise water and balmy ocean breezes make you swoon, then get ready to fall in love with the Bahamas. Comprising roughly 700 islands and cays with year-round temperatures between 60 and 90 degrees, this Caribbean paradise ticks all the boxes. From a fun-filled family excursion to a relaxing getaway, it has everything you’ll want in the perfect vacation.
Peak season in the Bahamas runs from mid-December to mid-April, due to minimal rain and low risk of hurricanes. However, that means high demand, so book early if you plan to go during that time. AAA Travel Agents can help you score the best vacation packages and travel deals before they sell out.
Don’t leave home without your passport, sunglasses, a swimsuit, a sun hat, reef-friendly sunscreen, bug spray and a waterproof bag for your phone/wallet.
From adults-only and family-friendly to luxury and all-inclusive, the Bahamas offers many unique accommodations that are sure to satisfy any type of traveler as well as any budget.
The Grand Hyatt Baha Mar truly has something for everyone: a casino, a golf course, six pools, pickleball and unlimited access to an adjacent water park. Members save up to 10% and earn World of Hyatt points when booking AAA/CAA rates. Various dates offer the fifth night free on a five-night stay.
The Atlantis Resort is the crown jewel of Paradise Island and is home to five hotels: The Cove at Atlantis, The Reef, The Royal, The Coral and Harborside Resort. Each offers its own unique vibe. Atlantis is an expansive resort with on-site golf, a casino, a spa, myriad restaurants, a 141-acre water park and 11 pools.
On Bimini, the closest Bahamian island to Florida, you’ll find Bimini Big Game Club Resort & Marina, which is home to Neal Watson’s Bimini Scuba Center. They’re currently offering a 24% discount on a variety of dates and rooms, all of which have a patio or balcony.
Visit Exuma to swim with pigs or docile nurse sharks, and golf the Caribbean’s longest course at the Grand Isle Resort & Residences. Afterward, relax in your private villa, indulge in a massage, or get pampered by poolside food and beverage service.
Harbour Island is most famous for its majestic pink beach. Guests of Valentines Resort & Marina can enjoy a private section of the beach reserved just for their use. Book through AAA for a 25% discount on junior suites, suites, townhomes and villas.
On Grand Bahama Island is Lucaya, a suburb of Freeport, the island’s main city. There, you’ll find Port Lucaya Marketplace, an open-air shopping and dining area on the waterfront. Just a short drive away is Island Seas Resort, which offers condos with full-size kitchens as well as poolside refreshments and a marina. Save 9% by booking through AAA.
AAA Members can save on every vacation. Search current Bahamas hotel deals.
The Bahamian islands have 20 international airports with dozens of nonstop and connecting flights from major gateways in the U.S. Vacation packages that bundle these flights with hotels can make planning your trip hassle-free—and save you money as well.
Find current Bahamas flight deals from your departing city.
Bahamas cruises depart from several convenient ports along the eastern coast of the United States. For a leisurely longer trip, a quick jaunt or something in between, AAA Travel can provide the perfect match for your needs. You can search current Bahamas cruise deals from your departing city. Some of the great deals you’ll find may include:
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Learn MoreThe Bahamas is a tropical playground for all ages, offering a range of activities on land, sea or both. From private city tours, walking tours and cultural food tours to wine-making classes, ATV rentals and more, your getaway will be loaded with amazing experiences.
Immerse yourself in lively Bahamian culture by joining the biggest celebration of the year, Junkanoo. What began as a street festival in the early 1900s has blossomed into a cultural extravaganza that’s celebrated each year on Boxing Day (Dec. 26), New Year’s morning, Bahamas’ Independence Day and other small holidays throughout the year, and for Junkanoo Summer Fest.
The 141-acre water park, Aquaventure, boasts 5 miles of white-sand beaches and more than 20 unique swimming areas. Visitors can enjoy eight water slides with features like a clear tunnel, a lagoon for viewing marine life, a cavern, exotic jungles and caves, and a rapids river. Staying at any of the Atlantis resorts will get you free admission to the water park, but there are also day passes available for those with accommodations elsewhere.
The Bahamas are the perfect playground for water activities, and AAA offers many fun-filled packages. Take part in a four-hour excursion, where you’ll snorkel with colorful fish, view sea turtles in their natural habitat and swim with pigs. Relish a bird’s-eye view of the crystal-clear blue waters and snow-white beaches while parasailing, view the ocean floor on a glass-bottom boat ride, or enjoy a romantic sunset dinner cruise.
Traveling to the Bahamas from the continental United States is one of the quickest and easiest ways to immerse yourself in a tropical paradise. And booking through AAA is one of the quickest and easiest ways to make it happen.
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