{"id":17644,"date":"2011-10-21T07:00:08","date_gmt":"2011-10-21T12:00:08","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/?p=17644"},"modified":"2018-03-12T11:17:55","modified_gmt":"2018-03-12T16:17:55","slug":"just-add-water-the-bahamas-serene-out-islands","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/2011\/10\/just-add-water-the-bahamas-serene-out-islands\/","title":{"rendered":"Just add water: The Bahamas’ serene Out Islands"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Sandals Emerald Bay is one of many off-the-radar spots on the Bahamas’ seriously scenic Out Islands.<\/p><\/div>\n

By Jennifer Olvera<\/em><\/p>\n

When planning a Bahamas vacation<\/a>, there\u2019s much to explore beyond tourist-favored destinations, like Nassau-Paradise Island and Grand Bahama Island. Comprised of more than 700 islands, the Bahamas\u2019 more secluded “Out Islands” are a perfect paradise for divers, nature lovers and all those in search of off-the-radar experiences.<\/p>\n

Abaco Islands<\/strong>
\nWater-sports enthusiasts, for example, can revel in the oceanfront hideaways and nationalparks on the Abaco Islands, located in the northern Bahamas. Among the most popular are deep-sea fishing, sailing, snorkeling and diving. Admittedly, though, the powder-white sands beg for straight-up relaxation.<\/p>\n

Exuma archipelago<\/strong>
\nOn the other hand, the Exuma archipelago \u2013 a string of over 300 islands, or cays \u2013 features posh, couple-friendly all-inclusive resorts, like the Sandals Emerald Bay<\/a> on Great Exuma. Favored by canoodling lovebirds, the resort spells romance with its idyllic oceanfront setting, and features a stunning, expansive pool and a Greg Norman-designed golf course.<\/p>\n

Harbour Island<\/strong>
\nThen again, if your Bahamas vacation demands colorful, New England-style architecture, Harbour Island is a pitch-perfect pick. Located off of Eleuthera\u2019s northeast coast, this serene, pink-sand island features quaint boutique hotels and resorts (such as the\u00a0 Pink Sands Resort<\/a>) clear, dive-ready water and umpteen places to dine fine (The Rock House) or taste local flavor (Ma Ruby\u2019s).<\/p>\n

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