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Essentials

WARNING: The Bahamas is a pretty laid back place, but it does not hurt to be informed of the local customs.

1. Money Matters:

  • Sail Boat Currency: the official currency is the Bahamian Dollar. Check out exchange rates. The Bahamian Dollar is presently at par with the U.S. dollar. Generally, both are accepted throughout the island To avoid ending up with a wallet full of mixed currency, you may choose to use only Bahamian or American dollars
  • Departure Tax: There is a $15.00 departure tax that you must pay as you leave the Island. Children under 6 are exempt. This is often included in your airfare.
  • Tipping: In general, 15% is the standard. Check first, some hotels and resorts automatically add gratuities to your bill.

2. How to get around:

Getting around most of the islands is pretty simple…

  • Rental cars: Remember that you must drive on the left side of the road!
  • Taxis: plentiful and reasonably priced. Negotiate the rate before you leave.
  • Buses: also known as jitneys
  • Motorbikes or mopeds
  • Bicycles: you never forget how!
  • Surreys: Horse and carriage used for short tours
  • Water taxis: for getting to and from different islands

3. Where to get tourist information:

  • Bahamas Tourism Office
    George Town
    Phone: 242-336-2430
    Fax: 242-336-2105

4. Mail service:

  • The Exuma Island post office is located in Georgetown.
  • A 50 cent stamp is required for postcards to Canada, United Stated and United Kingdom.
  • For letters, you will need a 65 cent stamp.
  • Mail delivery is made by mail boat, so Federal Express and United Parcel Service are not available on Exuma.

 

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