Bahamas Cruises

What to Expect: Shopping, nightlife, Nassau crowds, deserted cays, and year-round balmy Bahamas weather.

When to Go: The best Bahamas cruising weather is winter, spring, and summer.

What to Do: Shop for souvenirs at a Nassau straw market, explore underwater caves near Freeport, see alligators up close at Garden of the Groves, or just sip rum on any of the hundreds of pristine beaches.

Local Color: Hundreds of indigenous plants are on display at lush, cool Royal Victoria Garden.

Don't Miss: Beautiful beaches on Paradise island, accessible by bridge from Nassau.

Don't Forget: The famous Straw Market in Nassau is closed Sunday.