The Bahamas’ dreamy climate, powder-soft beaches, and enticing cuisine make Nassau & Paradise Island perfect 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 Paradise 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 sanctuary 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 beachfront 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. Afterward, 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 massages 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 international 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.