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NASSAU & PARADISE ISLAND
Set the Stage for Romance
BY LISA KADANE
soft beaches, and enticing cuisine
The Bahamas’ dreamy climate, powder-
make Nassau & Paradise Island per-
fect for romance. Between
beach-bound mornings, spa afternoons and
sunset cruises, you’re as likely to fall in love
with these Bahamian islands as with your
partner. Here’s how to turn up the heat on
your holiday.
Set Sail with Your Soulmate
Embark on an adventure with Barefoot Sailing
Adventures, gliding to Athol Island and its
stunning Sea Gardens. Snorkel over pulsating
coral reefs, spotting colourful fish and
stingrays with your special someone, and let
the motion of the ocean ignite a new passion.
For a more intimate outing, set sail on an
evening cruise with Paradise Island Sunset
Cruises. A fiery sunset, mouth-watering
Bahamian buffet and free-flowing rum punch
set the mood for romance.
Find Bliss at the Beach
Three kilometres of powdery sand and
bathtub-warm water wait at Cabbage Beach,
the best strip of sand on Paradise Island. Rent
loungers and a beach umbrella from the Par-
adise Island Beach Club and spend the day
sunbathing, swimming and searching for
seashells. Playing together is a surefire way to
keep the spark alive.
Let Love Bloom
Lose yourself in the tropical haven of
Ardastra Gardens, a lush 1.6-hectare sanc-
tuary that doubles as the Bahamas’ only
wildlife centre. While the pretty blooms set
the stage for romance, it’s the charming
Caribbean flamingos that steal the show.
These pink beauties parade around the
pavilion daily. The spectacle is even more
endearing because these pretty-in-pink birds
mate for life (cue swoon).
Indulge Your Senses
Nothing is quite as sensational as a beach-
front spa treatment with your paramour. At
Mandara Spa in Atlantis Paradise Island, opt
for the Bahamas Botanical Massage, infused
with local soursop leaf and hibiscus. After-
ward, rejuvenate with a cycle through the
spa’s steam room, sauna, plunge pools and
tropical showers.
At ESPA at Baha Mar Resort indulge in
couple’s therapy where side-by-side mas-
sages using Eastern and Western techniques
truly melt away the stresses. Overlooking the
powder-soft beach and turquoise sea, it’s
easy to capture serenity now moments.
Nourish Your Body
One sip of sky juice—a Bahamian cocktail
blending gin, coconut water, sweet milk, and
spices—will have you smitten. They say the way
to the heart is through the stomach, and Nassau
& Paradise Island deliver with fresh conch salad,
creamy mac and cheese, and grilled shrimp,
served nightly at the Arawak Cay Fish Fry.
If that doesn’t fan the flames, kick it up a
notch at DUNE, a beachfront restaurant
where a MICHELIN-starred chef crafts inter-
national dishes with Bahamian flair. One bite
of yellowfin tuna tartare or lobster cobb salad
and your taste buds—and your partner—will
thank you.
With the right mix, you’ll spark a lasting love
affair—with each other and the Bahamas.
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TRAVEL PLANNER
To help plan your romantic trip to Nassau &
Paradise Island, visit
nassauparadiseisland.com
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