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Best Beaches - Beautiful beaches can be found on virtually every island of the Caribbean. Here are our top picks for crystal clear water beaches you cannot resist:
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Travel StyleAtlantis - Multi-Generational PlaygroundAtlantis has it all for a fun vacation! With everything from a dolphin interaction and education center to the Bahamas largest casino and 40 restaurants, bars and lounges, everyone from tots to grandparents will have a fabulous time at this water focused resort, popular with visitors from around the world.  Atlantis Paradise Island, Bahamas Discover the magic of Atlantis Paradise Island, Bahamas! Experience the adventures, the beautiful scenery and the opulent surroundings. Runtime 2:28min Atlantis, Paradise Island resort destination offers world-renowned gaming, entertainment and recreation in the fantastic underwater world of ancient Atlantis for guests of all ages. Atlantis rises magically from the turquoise lagoons and blue Atlantic of The Bahamas and is known worldwide as a vibrant tribute to fun and playfulness. This unique, ocean-themed destination offers a variety of guest accommodations; 40 restaurants, bars and lounges to satisfy any palette; 141-acre waterscape; the largest and most exciting casino in The Bahamas; extensive meeting facilities; and a marina capable of handling yachts of any size.  The Atlantis Resort, Paradise Island Photo: Atlantis Resort Water is the focal point of Atlantis. The resort is built around 20 million gallons of fresh and salt-water pools, lagoons and cascading waterfalls as well as the world’s largest open-air marine habitat. The marine habitat is Atlantis’ extraordinary celebration of the sea: 14 lagoons full of more than 250 species and 50,000 live creatures from the oceans of the world, including giant rays, sawfish, piranha, barracuda, rainbows of tiny tropical fish and, of course sharks, as well as some of the first species ever born in a man-made environment. The fun of Atlantis takes off in Aquaventure, the remarkable 141-acre playground of water thrills and swimming pools intertwined throughout the destination of Atlantis and each of the resort options. In addition to the 13 swimming pools available to guests and, of course, the magnificent Atlantic Ocean, Atlantis is home to a seven-acre snorkeling lagoon and thrilling and adventures body and tube waterslides. Dolphin Cay is the dolphin interaction and education center located at Atlantis. Dolphin Cay was created with the goal of enlightening and educating visitors about dolphins and various other marine mammals, including sea lions. Atlantis guests have the opportunity to meet and interact in a spacious and natural environment with one of the world’s most charismatic animals in an unparalleled encounter that is enriching for both the guests and the dolphins.  Family fun at the Dolphine Centre Photo: Atlantis Resort As a leading family beach destination, Atlantis, which continually strives to awe and inspire guests of all ages, is considered to be one of the leading world-wide family beach destinations, and is recognized by Parents magazine as one of their “Ten Best Family Resorts.” From the surreal sea life to the heart-pounding water slides, even the youngest guest will be able to explore and discover the lost city of Atlantis. Atlantis Kids Adventures (known as AKA) is a 8,000 square-foot state-of-the-art kid’s club for resort guests ages 3-12. The programming at AKA allows kids to choose their own adventure at AKA, with staff Adventure Guides available to help with culinary lessons, interactive electronic art, theater and outdoor play – playing to each child’s interests. With games including DJ Hero and Rock Band, a stage performance area, a computer area outfitted with iMacs and themed-nights, AKA evening programs become THE time “to be seen.” Atlantis also offers Club Rush, a fully-supervised “No Adults” private club setting where ‘tweens can socialize and enjoy their own entertainment – with no parents. For the more sophisticated teen crowd, CRUSH – a teen club for ages 13-17 – allows teens to interact with their peers in their own highly-sophisticated ultra lounge with a dance floor, gaming stadium and cabanas. The Entertainment Center, which features the largest casino in The Bahamas, is home to 100,000 square feet of gaming, dining and entertainment space. Overlooking the azure waters of the lagoon and the ocean beyond, the casino offers a variety of gaming, from baccarat and craps to black jack, Caribbean stud poker and roulette to the Pegasus Race and Sports Book. A high-energy gaming area is reserved exclusively for high-rollers. Players can test their luck at the high-limit slot machines while overlooking the Paradise Lagoon. AURA, yet another hotspot, is located off the Atlantis Casino. Adult guests ascend the ethereal white granite staircase, allowing them to flirt with seduction in the intimate space, designed by Jeffrey Beers. The nightclub is designed to encourage guests to mingle and interact as they explore every aspect of luxury and decadence that is Aura. Marina Village at Atlantis features a 65,000 square-foot marketplace, boasting superlative dining and world-class shopping all in one spectacular location, a definite must-see on any Bahamian travel itinerary. Situated around the existing Marina at Atlantis, Marina Village resembles a quaint Bahamian marketplace, with three main plazas each defined by their own sense of place and style. The design features colorful paved walkways, lofty coconut trees, boldly painted buildings and lush vegetation, combined to create a spirited and authentic Bahamian setting. This charming and vibrant bazaar features 21 retail shops and five distinct restaurants, as well as local entertainment, giving visitors an unforgettable and distinctly Bahamian vacation experience.  The lobby of the Cove Atlantis Photo: Atlantis Resort The Cove Atlantis, a 600-room resort within Atlantis, features oversized rooms with a step down living space, spectacular designs by acclaimed interior architects Jeffrey Beers and David Rockwell, Bobby Flay’s Mesa Grill – the first outside the United States, unprecedented services and amenities, private all-adult and family pools, lavish cabanas and breathtaking views of the ocean at every turn. Perched above two of the most magnificent beaches in the world, The Cove sits on a peninsula surrounded by lush landscaping, fresh water pools filled with lilies, colorful fish and waterfalls. Every room in the resort has unobstructed views of the turquoise waters, allowing guests to feel that they are literally floating between the sky and the sea. Atlantis’ newest tower, The Reef Atlantis, is a 497-key tower, offering guests home-like accommodations and amenities – with the beach as a backyard. The Reef, a contemporary-styled resort, is situated on Paradise Beach, creating water views from all rooms, which are complete with private balconies overlooking the ocean and white sands. All custom-designed accommodations feature a kitchen or kitchen area with an energy-saving dishwasher, living area with sofa bed and are fully-stocked with linens and tableware – a perfect choice for families looking for a beachside experience within Atlantis, with all the amenities of a home. All one-bedroom suites feature an en-suite energy efficient washer and dryer and the resort provides complimentary laundry facilities for all studio accommodations. |
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IMPORTANT: When booking, ask us for the appropriate supplier brochure for complete details and terms and conditions for your vacations and as well inquire about any possible past guest savings. Offers are space available and may be withdrawn at anytime without prior notice and are not combinable with other offers (unless stated otherwise). All prices, details and offers are subject to change. We are not responsible for errors or omissions. Articles by Susan Milne |
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