What makes the Bahamas family-friendly?

A holiday in the Bahamas is great for the whole family because there is just so much to see and do here. For many little ones, simply hitting the beach and spending hours building sandcastles or splashing about in the refreshing sea will be more than enough.

However, for parents and older children, there are plenty of attractions to discover during a stay in one of the islands' top hotels. Indeed, there are some excellent family-friendly hotels in the Bahamas, which means mums and dads can rest assured that their every need will be taken care of during a trip to this stunning Caribbean destination.

Adventurous families will love exploring some of the different islands in the Bahamas, from the bustling Nassau and Paradise Island to the peaceful Exumas Islands that are home to several wonderful national parks.

Activities to enjoy together

One of the best activities for families in the Bahamas is simply heading to the beach, with plenty of fantastic stretches of sand to choose from. If you're keen to get active, try visiting Eleuthera Beach, which is great for surfing. You and the children can have lessons - a brilliant way to bring the family together.

To get your little ones away from the hustle and bustle of modern life, take a boat trip to Saddle Cay, where you can play at being Robinson Crusoe for the day. This empty bay is a real paradise and there's plenty of opportunity for exploration among the islets and cays just offshore.

If your kids are keen to get in the water with their masks and snorkels on, make sure you head to Thunderball Grotto - an underwater cavern in Great Exuma that's appeared in not just one, but two Bond films. You can snorkel here and the children are bound to love pretending to have epic underwater battles like those depicted in the movies. For a more sedate day out - and one that will teach you all a bit more about the Bahamas and its ecosystems - go on a beachcombing tour to see what's been washed up by the tide.

Bahamas - Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to go?

The Bahamas is a year-long destination with warm weather being prevalent throughout all seasons. You can visit the Bahamas anytime of year, although the best time to travel in terms of weather is considered to be between September and May, when the humidity and temperatures are a little lower (typically between 21 and 24 degrees Celsius). The rainy season is from May to October, while the hurricane season is from June to November.

How can I get there?

There are six direct flights per week from London to the Bahamas' Nassau Airport on Paradise Island, which are serviced by British Airways. They don't fly on Mondays. You can also travel via the U.S., with cities such as Orlando, Miami, Atlanta and New York offering connecting flights to the Bahamas. Direct flights take roughly nine hours and 30 minutes.

What are the most popular islands?

The two most popular islands are Paradise Island and Grand Bahama Island. Paradise Island is next to New Providence Island, where the Bahamian capital city of Nassau is located, and is connected to it by two bridges.