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Vacation in Eleuthera, Bahamas
Eleuthera, an island off the Bahamas, is not for everyone. If you like nightlife, casinos and lots of things to do, then Eleuthera is not for you.
But if all I want to do is relax, enjoy secluded beaches, fun in the sea and collect sea shells, then Eleuthera is the perfect place.
Accommodation
Discovery in Eleuthera, Bahamas "accommodation> on the island of Eleuthera can be an adventure in itself.
Accommodations range from modern, but small, quaint inns to hotels and rental housing property or private houses.
Prices also range from several hundred dollars per night less than a hundred dollars a night.
There are options available to suit almost every budget.
Car Rental
Although sparsely populated, Eleuthera is very long but narrow island. The island is long – Over 100 miles – and narrow – only 2 miles wide at its widest point.
Therefore, having a car becomes very important if you want to explore the island.
Rent Eleuthera is a car in a different experience to most people are accustomed. There is no national card rental agencies. You rent directly from a person Bahamas business. The most likely rent a car at any airport it takes a. If not, any heat you stay at will be able to arrange a rental.
By Usually, a formal agreement is not required by the person renting the vehicle. The business person you rent a vehicle may request some basic information as name and that is where it will stay. But often as not, they will hand me the keys, give your name and your card is possible and we ask that when you plan to return the card. Yes, it can be really that simple.
Be sure to agree on the cost of rent. Rental rates vary – from about a day – and based on how long you plan to keep the vehicle. The more days you need the car, the best rate must be able to negotiate. If you only want the car for a day or two, you'll pay a higher rate.
Be sure to set aside enough cash to pay their rent. Credit cards are often not accepted.
Getting to Eleuthera
By airplane From U.S.
If you're arriving via Eleuthera air, remember that there are three airports and Eleuthera is 110 miles long.
Eleuthera actually has three international airports – North Eleuthera (ELH), Puerto del Governor (GHB) and Rock Sound (RSD). Be sure to choose the nearest airport to where you are staying.
There are currently four service airlines Eleuthera direct from the USA. Some airlines fly from Fort Lauderdale and some flying from Miami.
- Double Air
- Lynx Air
- Continental
- American Eagle
By plane from Nassau, Bahamas
You can choose to come to Nassau (NAS) and pick up a local airline to stay on Eleuthera.
- Bahamas
- Southern Air
For Fast Ferry from Nassau, Bahamas
If you come to Eleuthera from Nassau, has the option to use the fast ferry – The Hengy Bo. It starts Potter's Cay in the morning, with stops in Spanish Wells and the island of Porto.
You can get water from a tax, in Spanish Wells or Harbour Island to mainland Eleuthera. You will be able to get a car rental tax or any spring.
Restaurants
Eleuthera Restaurants range from small take-aways to world class cuisine.
Be sure to try a restaurant owned by the Bahamas to the authentic experience local cuisine such as peas and rice, conch salad or conch soup.
Beaches
Eleuthera has an abundance of beaches incredibly, the best known is probably Pink Sand Beach, Harbour Island.
But if you are looking for a secluded beach there are several of them in Eleuthera. Unfortunately, many of them are hard to find. A guide to the beaches – the Beaches of Eleuthera elusive – can be very valuable to help you find fabulous beaches often have all to yourselves.
No, Eleuthera is not for everyone, but can make for a memorable vacation experience.
About the Author
Vicky Wells is the co-owner of IndeXinn – a directory of independently owned accommodations worldwide.. She and her husband spend as much time as they can on the island of Eleuthera.
Bahamas vacation getaway – Governors Harbour – Eleuthera Island