Bahamas: After Hurricane Dorian, 14 Destinations Still Operational

From Bimini to Nassau/Paradise Island, from the Exumas to Inagua, from Andros to San Salvador, the vast majority of the Bahamian archipelago was not affected by Hurricane Dorian. It is therefore entirely possible to visit the warm waters of the archipelago this winter, if only to support the country in the reconstruction of Grand Bahama Island and the Abacos.

Bahamas Tourist Office – press releaseThe Bahamas mourn the damage caused by Hurricane Dorian on two of the northernmost islands of the archipelago, Grand Bahama Island and the Abacos, but fortunately the rest of the main islands frequented by divers, 14 destinations out of the 16 that the country has, were not affected by the cyclone. The islands of the Bahamas form an archipelago of more than 700 islands and 2300 cays spread over 1200 kilometers from north to south, and the hurricane passed at the very north of the archipelago.

Bahamas after the passage of Hurricane Dorian
Aerial view of one of the affected islands a few days after Hurricane Dorian passed. @DR

It is therefore entirely possible to visit these islands’ warm waters this winter, if only to support the country’s recovery and the reconstruction of the two affected destinations. From Bimini to Nassau/Paradise Island, from the Exumas to Inagua, from Andros to San Salvador, the warm and friendly Bahamians, the hoteliers, and dive centers are ready to welcome travelers with open arms for the upcoming season.

Diving in the Bahamas
Diving atmosphere in the Bahamas. © The Islands OF The Bahamas Ministry Of Tourism

« Maintaining a strong tourism industry is vital to help the country recover and rebuild« , stated Dionisio D’Aguilar, Minister of Tourism and Aviation of the Bahamas. « We are deeply grateful for the support and love shown to us, and we would like everyone to know that the most beautiful thing they can do for us right now is to visit Nassau-Paradise Island and the Out Islands. Our beautiful island nation is ready to welcome you« , he adds.

Bahamas, blue hole on the island of Andros
One of the many blue holes on the island of Andros. © The Islands Of The Bahamas Ministry Of Tourism
Those who wish to participate in the reconstruction through donations can also turn to one of the certified organizations in the Bahamas, list available at www.bahamas.com/relief

PRACTICAL – To go there

    • Air Caraïbes: Paris Orly/San Salvador/Nassau every Thursday (direct connection with Bahamasair on San Salvador Island)British Airways: Paris/London Heathrow/Nassau (4 flights per week). Departures from the provinces are also available, including Lyon, Nice, Marseille…
    • American Airlines: Paris/Miami/Nassau or Freeport (daily) OR Paris/Miami/George Town, Marsh Harbour or North Eleuthera – overnight in Miami on the way there and direct connection on the way back.
    • Air France / Delta Airlines : Paris/Atlanta/Nassau daily, or Paris/Atlanta/Freeport, George Town, Marsh Harbour or North Eleuthera – overnight in Atlanta on the way there and direct connection on the way back.

 

 

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