Bahamas

Country Bahamas
Capital Nassau
Continent North America(Central America)
Currency Bahamian dollar(BSD)
Languages English

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Introduction

Lucayan Indians inhabited the islands when Christopher COLUMBUS first set foot in the New World on San Salvador in 1492. British settlement of the islands began in 1647; the islands became a colony in 1783. Since attaining independence from the UK in 1973, The Bahamas have prospered through tourism and international banking and investment management. Because of its geography, the country is a major transshipment point for illegal drugs, particularly shipments to the US and Europe, and its territory is used for smuggling illegal migrants into the US.

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Bahamas - Wikipedia
Bahamas - CIA World Fact Book
Bahamas - BBC
Bahamas - Timeline - BBC

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‘Scared’ Tui passengers feared ‘riot’ after being stranded in Bahamas due to air rage incident - The Independent‘Scared’ Tui passengers feared ‘riot’ after being stranded in Bahamas due to air rage incident  The Independent

The Islands of The Bahamas Sponsor Thrilling Miami Hurricanes Matchup - eTurboNewsThe Islands of The Bahamas Sponsor Thrilling Miami Hurricanes Matchup  eTurboNews

American Airlines provides customers a new way to fall in love with the beaches of the Bahamas - American Airlines NewsroomAmerican Airlines provides customers a new way to fall in love with the beaches of the Bahamas  American Airlines Newsroom

American man dead after jet ski collision in the Bahamas - ABC NewsAmerican man dead after jet ski collision in the Bahamas  ABC News

Hurricane Erin could bring dangerous seas as it grows near the Bahamas - ReutersHurricane Erin could bring dangerous seas as it grows near the Bahamas  Reuters

U.S. tourist attacked by a shark while spearfishing in the Bahamas - CBS NewsU.S. tourist attacked by a shark while spearfishing in the Bahamas  CBS News

Passenger aboard Carnival Elation from Jacksonville drowns in Bahamas during port visit - firstcoastnews.comPassenger aboard Carnival Elation from Jacksonville drowns in Bahamas during port visit  firstcoastnews.com

American tourist attacked by shark in vacation hot spot - Fox NewsAmerican tourist attacked by shark in vacation hot spot  Fox News

2 Carnival Cruise Passengers Die at Newly Opened Luxury Resort - People.com2 Carnival Cruise Passengers Die at Newly Opened Luxury Resort  People.com

2 American Carnival Cruise passengers drown in separate incidents on same day - NBC News2 American Carnival Cruise passengers drown in separate incidents on same day  NBC News

Beeline to Present at the Centurion One Capital 3rd Annual Bahamas Summit - NewsfileBeeline to Present at the Centurion One Capital 3rd Annual Bahamas Summit  Newsfile

CAF approves USD 100 million loan to reform energy sector in Bahamas - CAF -banco de desarrollo de América LatinaCAF approves USD 100 million loan to reform energy sector in Bahamas  CAF -banco de desarrollo de América Latina

Electricity Reform Can Help Usher in Sustainable Growth in The Bahamas - International Monetary FundElectricity Reform Can Help Usher in Sustainable Growth in The Bahamas  International Monetary Fund

Aztecs Set to Play in Battle 4 Atlantis in Bahamas - San Diego State AztecsAztecs Set to Play in Battle 4 Atlantis in Bahamas  San Diego State Aztecs

PAHO/WHO and The Bahamas Ministry of Health and Wellness Hosts AI and Cybersecurity Workshop in The Bahamas - Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)PAHO/WHO and The Bahamas Ministry of Health and Wellness Hosts AI and Cybersecurity Workshop in The Bahamas  Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)

Travelling to the Bahamas? Canada issues updated advisory - Daily Hive VancouverTravelling to the Bahamas? Canada issues updated advisory  Daily Hive Vancouver

Bahamas Joins Cyprus, Georgia, Mongolia, Saint Lucia, Maldives, Barbados, Haiti, And More Countries Added To Namibia’s Revolutionary Visa On Arrival Initiative Simplifying Global Travel Like Never Before - Travel And Tour WorldBahamas Joins Cyprus, Georgia, Mongolia, Saint Lucia, Maldives, Barbados, Haiti, And More Countries Added To Namibia’s Revolutionary Visa On Arrival Initiative Simplifying Global Travel Like Never Before  Travel And Tour World

The Bahamas will host the RP26 as the region commits to resilient recovery - UNDRRThe Bahamas will host the RP26 as the region commits to resilient recovery  UNDRR

Bahamas discourages Haitians from visiting to apply for American visas - caribbeanlife.comBahamas discourages Haitians from visiting to apply for American visas  caribbeanlife.com

US names Bahamas among major drug transit countries - The Tribune 242US names Bahamas among major drug transit countries  The Tribune 242

Do not travel to Bahamas, there are sharks: Trump admin advises Americans - Hindustan Times - Hindustan TimesDo not travel to Bahamas, there are sharks: Trump admin advises Americans - Hindustan Times  Hindustan Times

Coast Guard transfers 30 aliens to The Bahamas - United States Coast Guard News (.mil)Coast Guard transfers 30 aliens to The Bahamas  United States Coast Guard News (.mil)

United States grinds out a win after overtime nail-biter versus Bahamas - fiba.basketballUnited States grinds out a win after overtime nail-biter versus Bahamas  fiba.basketball

The Bahamas Joins the Region’s First Environmental Treaty - Comisión Económica para América Latina y el CaribeThe Bahamas Joins the Region’s First Environmental Treaty  Comisión Económica para América Latina y el Caribe

Purdue basketball has challenging buildup to Big Ten play. Here's the schedule - IndyStarPurdue basketball has challenging buildup to Big Ten play. Here's the schedule  IndyStar

Bahamas Refuses to Allow Haitians to Travel for U.S. Visa Interviews Amid Migration Concerns: Here’s What You Need to Know - Travel And Tour WorldBahamas Refuses to Allow Haitians to Travel for U.S. Visa Interviews Amid Migration Concerns: Here’s What You Need to Know  Travel And Tour World

Air rage incident leaves 340 passengers stranded - The IndependentAir rage incident leaves 340 passengers stranded  The Independent

BPL not concerned over reluctance of staff to join Bahamas Grid Company - The Tribune 242BPL not concerned over reluctance of staff to join Bahamas Grid Company  The Tribune 242

Bahamas builds back equal with innovative financing for women's enterprises - UN Sustainable Development GroupBahamas builds back equal with innovative financing for women's enterprises  UN Sustainable Development Group

Set Sail For Holiday Fun With Very Merry Margaritaville At Sea In The Bahamas And Cozumel - Travel And Tour WorldSet Sail For Holiday Fun With Very Merry Margaritaville At Sea In The Bahamas And Cozumel  Travel And Tour World

Assessing Climate Change Risks: Potential Output Losses and Gains from Strengthening Resilience, Bahamas - International Monetary FundAssessing Climate Change Risks: Potential Output Losses and Gains from Strengthening Resilience, Bahamas  International Monetary Fund

US Joins Brazil, Bahamas, Mexico, Canada, Venezuela, Barbados Making Unbelievable Tourism Boom You Have to See to Believe, New Update is Here for All - Travel And Tour WorldUS Joins Brazil, Bahamas, Mexico, Canada, Venezuela, Barbados Making Unbelievable Tourism Boom You Have to See to Believe, New Update is Here for All  Travel And Tour World

Genting Malaysia looks to dismiss amended complaint filed by partner in Bahamas casino-resort, says no new material elements introduced - Inside Asian GamingGenting Malaysia looks to dismiss amended complaint filed by partner in Bahamas casino-resort, says no new material elements introduced  Inside Asian Gaming

Video: Debris Over Bahamas After SpaceX Starship Explodes, Flight Ops Hit - NDTVVideo: Debris Over Bahamas After SpaceX Starship Explodes, Flight Ops Hit  NDTV

Colombia Joins Jamaica, Bahamas, Aragón, Honduras, Belize in Exhibiting Tourism Products to American Travel Industry at WTE Miami 2025 - Travel And Tour WorldColombia Joins Jamaica, Bahamas, Aragón, Honduras, Belize in Exhibiting Tourism Products to American Travel Industry at WTE Miami 2025  Travel And Tour World

American Airlines Is Launching Direct Flights to One of the Bahamas’ Smallest Islands—and It's Got Crystal Waters - Travel + LeisureAmerican Airlines Is Launching Direct Flights to One of the Bahamas’ Smallest Islands—and It's Got Crystal Waters  Travel + Leisure

How SpaceX's rocket diplomacy backfired in the Bahamas - ReutersHow SpaceX's rocket diplomacy backfired in the Bahamas  Reuters

Embry-Riddle, Aircraft Accident Investigation Authority of the Bahamas Formalize Training Partnership to Enhance Aviation Safety - Embry-Riddle Aeronautical UniversityEmbry-Riddle, Aircraft Accident Investigation Authority of the Bahamas Formalize Training Partnership to Enhance Aviation Safety  Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

Tennessee to Boost Global Travel Trade Industry at Governor’s Conference on Hospitality & Tourism 2025 Attracting More than Six Hundred Industry Leaders from Brazil, Mexico, and Bahamas, New Update is Here - Travel And Tour WorldTennessee to Boost Global Travel Trade Industry at Governor’s Conference on Hospitality & Tourism 2025 Attracting More than Six Hundred Industry Leaders from Brazil, Mexico, and Bahamas, New Update is Here  Travel And Tour World

Dream Yacht Expands Global Reach with New Ownership Programs and Exclusive Itineraries for 2025-2026 Seasons in the Bahamas, Thailand, and Croatia - Travel And Tour WorldDream Yacht Expands Global Reach with New Ownership Programs and Exclusive Itineraries for 2025-2026 Seasons in the Bahamas, Thailand, and Croatia  Travel And Tour World

The Bahamas travel - Lonely PlanetThe Bahamas travel  Lonely Planet

Gang Violence, Shark Attacks: US Flags Travel Risks In The Bahamas - NDTVGang Violence, Shark Attacks: US Flags Travel Risks In The Bahamas  NDTV

FIBA AmeriCup 2025 – Team profile: Bahamas - fiba.basketballFIBA AmeriCup 2025 – Team profile: Bahamas  fiba.basketball

USA Close Out Bahamas in Overtime to Start 2025 FIBA Men’s AmeriCup - USA BasketballUSA Close Out Bahamas in Overtime to Start 2025 FIBA Men’s AmeriCup  USA Basketball

Laconic and The Commonwealth of the Bahamas Announce Groundbreaking Financing of The Bahamas' Enhanced Conditional Ambition under the Paris Agreement - PR NewswireLaconic and The Commonwealth of the Bahamas Announce Groundbreaking Financing of The Bahamas' Enhanced Conditional Ambition under the Paris Agreement  PR Newswire

All-Access | Buddy Hield's Bahamas Takeover - NBAAll-Access | Buddy Hield's Bahamas Takeover  NBA

NOAA technology to support aviation safety in the Bahamas - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) (.gov)NOAA technology to support aviation safety in the Bahamas  National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) (.gov)

Secretary Rubio’s Meeting with Eastern Caribbean and Bahamas Heads of Government - U.S. Department of State (.gov)Secretary Rubio’s Meeting with Eastern Caribbean and Bahamas Heads of Government  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

UK TUI passengers stranded in Bahamas for days due to air rage incident - Liverpool EchoUK TUI passengers stranded in Bahamas for days due to air rage incident  Liverpool Echo

Chinese Ambassador to The Bahamas Yan Jiarong Publishes an Byline Article Titled “Remembering History, Protecting the World”_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China - fmprc.gov.cnChinese Ambassador to The Bahamas Yan Jiarong Publishes an Byline Article Titled “Remembering History, Protecting the World”_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China  fmprc.gov.cn

TUI passengers stranded in Bahamas after disruptive passenger causes diversion - Travel GossipTUI passengers stranded in Bahamas after disruptive passenger causes diversion  Travel Gossip

The Bahamas becomes the newest shareholder country of CAF - CAF -banco de desarrollo de América LatinaThe Bahamas becomes the newest shareholder country of CAF  CAF -banco de desarrollo de América Latina

PAHO/WHO releases its 2024 Annual Report for The Bahamas and Turks and Caicos Islands - Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)PAHO/WHO releases its 2024 Annual Report for The Bahamas and Turks and Caicos Islands  Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)

Casino Giant Urges Fla. Court To Toss Bahamas Fraud Suit - Law360Casino Giant Urges Fla. Court To Toss Bahamas Fraud Suit  Law360

Bahamas to cancel contracts with Cuban doctors after talks with Washington - ReutersBahamas to cancel contracts with Cuban doctors after talks with Washington  Reuters

Unexpected Twist: True Crime Cruise To Bahamas On Norwegian Joy Scrapped - Travel And Tour WorldUnexpected Twist: True Crime Cruise To Bahamas On Norwegian Joy Scrapped  Travel And Tour World

Margaritaville at Sea Returns This December with Festive Cruises to Bahamas, Key West, and Cozumel: What You Need to Know - Travel And Tour WorldMargaritaville at Sea Returns This December with Festive Cruises to Bahamas, Key West, and Cozumel: What You Need to Know  Travel And Tour World

Royal Caribbean Expands Icon Class Fleet: Four Mega Cruise Ships Transform Global Tourism from the United States to The Bahamas and Finland - Travel And Tour WorldRoyal Caribbean Expands Icon Class Fleet: Four Mega Cruise Ships Transform Global Tourism from the United States to The Bahamas and Finland  Travel And Tour World

Hundreds stranded in Bahamas after 'drunk' TUI passenger forces diversion - Liverpool EchoHundreds stranded in Bahamas after 'drunk' TUI passenger forces diversion  Liverpool Echo

Understanding Diabetes and Obesity in The Bahamas Through International Comparison of Health, Economic, and Policy Indicators - medRxivUnderstanding Diabetes and Obesity in The Bahamas Through International Comparison of Health, Economic, and Policy Indicators  medRxiv

THE ISLANDS OF THE BAHAMAS SPONSOR THRILLING MIAMI HURRICANES MATCHUP - The Manila TimesTHE ISLANDS OF THE BAHAMAS SPONSOR THRILLING MIAMI HURRICANES MATCHUP  The Manila Times

Hundreds of TUI passengers stranded after Manchester Airport flight is dramatically grounded 4,000 miles away - Manchester Evening NewsHundreds of TUI passengers stranded after Manchester Airport flight is dramatically grounded 4,000 miles away  Manchester Evening News

Caribbean, Bahamas on alert as Erin set to strengthen into hurricane - AccuWeatherCaribbean, Bahamas on alert as Erin set to strengthen into hurricane  AccuWeather

Bon Vivants Bartenders to Showcase The Bahamas at Prestigious World Class Global Finals - Eye Witness News – Bahamas Latest NewsBon Vivants Bartenders to Showcase The Bahamas at Prestigious World Class Global Finals  Eye Witness News – Bahamas Latest News

Miami, Bahamas, Italy, Greece, France, and Turkey Tourism Set to Soar as Oceania Allura Unveils Food & Wine Star Power: What You Need to know - Travel And Tour WorldMiami, Bahamas, Italy, Greece, France, and Turkey Tourism Set to Soar as Oceania Allura Unveils Food & Wine Star Power: What You Need to know  Travel And Tour World

The Nature Conservancy Announces Innovative Nature Bonds project in The Bahamas - The Nature ConservancyThe Nature Conservancy Announces Innovative Nature Bonds project in The Bahamas  The Nature Conservancy

Bahamas, Botswana and Brazil to host World Athletics Series events | PRESS-RELEASES - worldathletics.orgBahamas, Botswana and Brazil to host World Athletics Series events | PRESS-RELEASES  worldathletics.org

SpaceX Starlink mission lands rocket off coast of The Bahamas for 1st time (video) - SpaceSpaceX Starlink mission lands rocket off coast of The Bahamas for 1st time (video)  Space

Bahamas Community Leaders equipped to secure funding & positive change in biodiversity conservation practices - UNDPBahamas Community Leaders equipped to secure funding & positive change in biodiversity conservation practices  UNDP

Basketball: Get to know VJ Edgecombe, Philadelphia's and the Bahamas' next NBA star in the making - Olympics.comBasketball: Get to know VJ Edgecombe, Philadelphia's and the Bahamas' next NBA star in the making  Olympics.com

PAHO/WHO Bahamas Reinforces Support for Children with Type 1 Diabetes Through Mental Health Advocacy - Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)PAHO/WHO Bahamas Reinforces Support for Children with Type 1 Diabetes Through Mental Health Advocacy  Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)

Governor-General and Prime Minister of The Bahamas Attend Chinese Embassy’s 2025 Spring Festival Reception - fmprc.gov.cnGovernor-General and Prime Minister of The Bahamas Attend Chinese Embassy’s 2025 Spring Festival Reception  fmprc.gov.cn

Bahamas Debt Conversion for Marine Conservation I TNC - The Nature ConservancyBahamas Debt Conversion for Marine Conservation I TNC  The Nature Conservancy

Bahamas, Australia, Russia, Cuba, Georgia, UAE, Egypt, Vietnam, Indonesia, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, and Other Countries Unlock Seamless Access for Indian Travellers Through E-Visas, Boosting Global Tourism Flows - Travel And Tour WorldBahamas, Australia, Russia, Cuba, Georgia, UAE, Egypt, Vietnam, Indonesia, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, and Other Countries Unlock Seamless Access for Indian Travellers Through E-Visas, Boosting Global Tourism Flows  Travel And Tour World

Change of British High Commissioner to the Bahamas: Smita Rossetti - GOV.UKChange of British High Commissioner to the Bahamas: Smita Rossetti  GOV.UK

University of Miami Hurricanes Partnership with Bahamas - South Florida Caribbean NewsUniversity of Miami Hurricanes Partnership with Bahamas  South Florida Caribbean News

Moment Bahamas MP throws ceremonial mace out parliament window - BBCMoment Bahamas MP throws ceremonial mace out parliament window  BBC

Digital 2025: The Bahamas - DataReportal – Global Digital InsightsDigital 2025: The Bahamas  DataReportal – Global Digital Insights

Tommy Bahama Owner Oxford Stock Pops on Strong Profit, Positive Q3 Same-Store Sales - InvestopediaTommy Bahama Owner Oxford Stock Pops on Strong Profit, Positive Q3 Same-Store Sales  Investopedia

Lusca Group to acquire Morton Bahamas Ltd - Eye Witness News – Bahamas Latest NewsLusca Group to acquire Morton Bahamas Ltd  Eye Witness News – Bahamas Latest News

Commonwealth Bank and Mastercard Bring Apple Pay to Customers in the Bahamas - mastercard.comCommonwealth Bank and Mastercard Bring Apple Pay to Customers in the Bahamas  mastercard.com

Japan-The Bahamas Foreign Ministers’ Meeting - mofa.go.jpJapan-The Bahamas Foreign Ministers’ Meeting  mofa.go.jp

American Airlines Announces New Flights To Bimini, Bahamas, Offering Easy Access To Pristine Beaches And Adventure Travel Starting February 2026 - Travel And Tour WorldAmerican Airlines Announces New Flights To Bimini, Bahamas, Offering Easy Access To Pristine Beaches And Adventure Travel Starting February 2026  Travel And Tour World

Herschel Walker vows to take on China if confirmed as ambassador to The Bahamas - caribbeanlife.comHerschel Walker vows to take on China if confirmed as ambassador to The Bahamas  caribbeanlife.com

Union seeks full details over Morton Bahamas sale to Lusca Group - Eye Witness News – Bahamas Latest NewsUnion seeks full details over Morton Bahamas sale to Lusca Group  Eye Witness News – Bahamas Latest News

Bahamas suspends SpaceX rocket landings pending post-launch probe - ReutersBahamas suspends SpaceX rocket landings pending post-launch probe  Reuters

Implementation of SIP Plus to strengthen Maternal and Child Health in The Bahamas - Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)Implementation of SIP Plus to strengthen Maternal and Child Health in The Bahamas  Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)

Reverend Claire Robinson inducted as first woman President and Bishop of the Bahamas and Turks and Caicos Islands Conference of the Methodist Church - TCI SUNReverend Claire Robinson inducted as first woman President and Bishop of the Bahamas and Turks and Caicos Islands Conference of the Methodist Church  TCI SUN

SpaceX sticks first Falcon 9 booster landing in The Bahamas - Spaceflight NowSpaceX sticks first Falcon 9 booster landing in The Bahamas  Spaceflight Now

Debris from Blue Origin and SpaceX rockets found in Bahamas and Europe - CNNDebris from Blue Origin and SpaceX rockets found in Bahamas and Europe  CNN

Chinese Ambassador to The Bahamas Yan Jiarong Meets with Leaders of Bahamian Women’s Organizations - fmprc.gov.cnChinese Ambassador to The Bahamas Yan Jiarong Meets with Leaders of Bahamian Women’s Organizations  fmprc.gov.cn

Bahamas beat Cuba, keep AmeriCup 2025 hope alive - fiba.basketballBahamas beat Cuba, keep AmeriCup 2025 hope alive  fiba.basketball

Signs of Sea Level Rise in the Bahamas - NASA Earth Observatory (.gov)Signs of Sea Level Rise in the Bahamas  NASA Earth Observatory (.gov)

News Wrap: Hurricane Erin roaring past Bahamas - PBSNews Wrap: Hurricane Erin roaring past Bahamas  PBS

Canada’s Official Travel Advisory: What You Need to Know About The Bahamas in 2025 – Safety, Health Risks, and More - Travel And Tour WorldCanada’s Official Travel Advisory: What You Need to Know About The Bahamas in 2025 – Safety, Health Risks, and More  Travel And Tour World

Bahamas (the) - General DebateBahamas (the)  General Debate

Senator Discusses US Strategy to Counter Chinese Influence in Bahamas and India - Citizen Portal AISenator Discusses US Strategy to Counter Chinese Influence in Bahamas and India  Citizen Portal AI

American Airlines unveils a new way to enjoy the beaches of the Bahamas - The ManualAmerican Airlines unveils a new way to enjoy the beaches of the Bahamas  The Manual

American Airlines Expands Bahamas Service from Miami - Travel Agent CentralAmerican Airlines Expands Bahamas Service from Miami  Travel Agent Central

New U.S. Embassy Compound Officially Open - U.S. Embassy in The Bahamas (.gov)New U.S. Embassy Compound Officially Open  U.S. Embassy in The Bahamas (.gov)