Bahamas Direct

Located in the Atlantic Ocean, the Bahamas consists of 700 tropical islands. Only about 30 of them are inhabited by people. National Geographic Kids

The Bahamas gets a bad rap from jaded travelers who say it is "too Americanized" or "too expensive." And yes, a $20 cocktail on Paradise Island is a crime against finance. Bahamas

The Bahamas is generally safe for tourists, but Nassau has specific "over-the-hill" neighborhoods (south of Shirley Street) that visitors should avoid. Stick to the resort areas and downtown. Located in the Atlantic Ocean, the Bahamas consists