The Bahamas are a very popular holiday destination for Americans and many hire a car at the airport to ease their onward journey to their hotels but also to see the beauty of the islands.
Three times they have been the setting for James Bond films; Thunderball, Never Say Never Again and Casino Royale and it’s great fun trying to spot the locations as you travel around. If you’re there over the Christmas and New Year period, try to catch the famous Junkanoo festival with vivid costumes and cacophonous music.
Nassau Airport Mini Guide
Tell me About the Airport…
The former Nassau International Airport, has been renamed Lynden Pindling International Airport, in honour of the first prime minister of the Bahamas. It is situated 16km west of the capital, Nassau, on New Providence Island. There are 2 terminals and these are currently under development to be completed in 2013.
How can I get There?
Over 30 airlines currently fly into Nassau, a majority of these flights being from the USA and Caribbean. You can also fly from Canada and the UK direct to the Bahamas.
How do I get to the City?
There is no public transport on the island, taxis are available and car hire is a good option to explore New Providence. If you travel from a surrounding island, it may be possible to take a ferry.
What’s at the Airport for me?
If you need a bank on hand, go to terminal A, where you will find a branch of Royal Bank of Canada. ATMss are situated in departures and arrivals, for your use. For enquiries, you can contact the information booths, in both terminals, they can also provide details of hotels, transit and maps. If you have hired a car, the car hire desks can be found just outside the arrivals area.
What if I get Hungry?
There is one café, in the departures lounge, if you need a last minute snack.
Are There any Shops?
A few shops are available in the international and domestic departure areas, where you can buy your duty free items and last minute souvenirs and gifts.
Anything Else I Should Know?
If you need somewhere to stay near the airport, the 4 star British Colonial Hilton Nassau is nearby, just 3½km away. It has 288 well equipped rooms for your stay. There is a private beach, gardens and swimming pool for your relaxation. If you want to use some energy up, you can go snorkelling or use the fitness centre. Wi-Fi is free. Aqua Restaurant specialises in seafood or you can have something light at the Bullion Coffee Bar.
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