Moon Bahamas (First Edition)

Description

Turquoise waters, pristine beaches, world-famous rum, and a culture that welcomes you with a smile: Soak up the sun and fun with Moon Bahamas. Inside you'll find: *Flexible itineraries, from a Nassau getaway to a week of island-hopping, including day trips to the Out Islands *Strategic advice for travelers looking for family fun, romance, nightlife, water sports, and more *Must-see highlights and unique experiences: Go diving to see shipwrecks, underwater sculptures, and coral reefs, snorkel with sharks, or swim with friendly pigs. Spot wild pink flamingoes, climb to a historic stone monastery at the highest point in the Bahamas, or visit the iconic Hope Town Lighthouse. Relax in an oceanfront bungalow, sip cocktails made from local rum, and hang out with locals at a fish fry *Honest recommendations from Nassau local Mariah Moyle on when to go, where to eat, how to get around, and where to stay, from guest cottages and beach bungalows to luxurious resorts *Full-color photos and detailed maps throughout *Background information on the landscape, climate, wildlife, and history Handy tips for families with children, LGBTQ travelers, seniors, and travelers with disabilities Experience the real Bahamas with Moon's practical tips and local know-how. Looking for more island adventures? Check out Moon Aruba, Moon Bermuda, or Moon Jamaica.

In 2009, while navigating her 32' sailboat through the 700 islands of the Bahamas, Mariah Moyle washed up on the beach of a remote island in the Exuma island chain. That island, as per the most recent census, had a population of 7. And it was at the island's only beach bar that she met her Bahamas-born future husband Mark. Originally from the Pacific Northwest, Mariah immediately found that palm trees and sunshine suited her, so she decided to stick around. Mariah and Mark lived on numerous islands throughout the Bahamas, including several years in the beautiful and remote Exumas, and chic and colorful Harbour Island, before landing in the "big city" of Nassau in 2016. While living in Harbour Island, Mariah established Out Island Life, an informative website for those looking to travel, relocate, buy, or build in the Bahamas. Between her and Mark they have been to nearly every island region in the Bahamas and consider themselves go-to resources for all aspects of Bahamas life. Mariah regularly writes travel articles for her website, and enjoys contributing to a fellow writer's website, Women Who Live on Rocks, where she comically describes the quirks of island living. When she isn't writing, Mariah teaches yoga, and enjoys kiteboarding, paddlesurfing, and taking her three rescue potcakes (island dogs) for long walks on empty beaches. You can learn more about the Bahamas at www.outislandlifebahamas.com or follow her island adventures on Instagram @islandmariah.