{"id":47531,"date":"2014-07-15T19:44:09","date_gmt":"2014-07-15T23:44:09","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/?p=47531"},"modified":"2016-04-21T15:43:17","modified_gmt":"2016-04-21T19:43:17","slug":"couples-edition-things-to-do-in-nassau-bahamas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/2014\/07\/15\/couples-edition-things-to-do-in-nassau-bahamas\/","title":{"rendered":"Couple&#8217;s edition: Things to do in Nassau on your Bahamas cruise"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>If you&#8217;re planning on taking a honeymoon cruise to the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/travel\/cruise\/bahamas-cruises.php\" target=\"_blank\">Bahamas<\/a>, or simply want to rekindle the romance in your relationship, this blog is for you! The Bahamas is home to some of the most breathtaking beaches in the world, making a perfect backdrop to your romantic week away. Whether you&#8217;re on outdoorsy couple who seeks adventure, or simply like to relax, here are a few things to do on your getaway:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Art gallery: <\/strong>Take in all of the history and culture that the Bahamas has to offer by visiting the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.doongalik.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Doongalik Studios Art Gallery<\/a>. Originally formed in the 1970s to promote The Bahamas&#8217; artistic talent, Doongalik now features the work of over 70 local artists, and exhibits sculptures, paintings, ceramics and a variety of original art by Bahamian artists.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Couple&#8217;s massage:<\/strong> If you and your sweetie are in need of some rest and relaxation, indulge in a couple&#8217;s massage. Nassau has an array of top-notch spas, including the Mandara Spa in the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.atlantis.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Atlantis Resort<\/a>. Choose from among several massage options, including aroma stone therapy, deep tissue, Swedish, sports, and reflexology. Your mind and body will be at ease.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Food tour:\u00a0<\/strong>&#8220;Go on an entertaining culinary adventure through downtown Nassau\u2014and combine delicious food and drink with some serious fun\u2014with <a href=\"http:\/\/trubahamianfoodtours.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Tru Bahamian Food Tours<\/a>. Visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.graycliff.com\/index.php?option=com_content&amp;view=category&amp;layout=blog&amp;id=49&amp;Itemid=302\" target=\"_blank\">Graycliff Chocolatier<\/a> at the Graycliff Hotel&#8217;s historic property in downtown Nassau for the Bahamas&#8217; first interactive chocolate factory,&#8221; reads a statement on Nassau Paradise Island&#8217;s official website.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_47577\" style=\"width: 586px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/IMG_1736.jpg\"><picture data-avif-picture=\"1\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/IMG_1736-200x200.avif 200w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/IMG_1736-400x257.avif 400w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/IMG_1736.avif 576w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px\"><img data-avif-wrap=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-47577\" class=\"wp-image-47577 size-full\" title=\"Graycliff Chocolatier offers up sweet samples\" src=\"http:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/IMG_1736.jpg\" alt=\"IMG_1736\" width=\"576\" height=\"370\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/IMG_1736.jpg 576w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/IMG_1736-400x257.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px\" \/><\/picture><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-47577\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo courtesy of Tru Bahamian Food Tours<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&#8220;And whether you&#8217;re both rum lovers or history buffs, a tour of John Watling&#8217;s Distillery at the beautifully restored Buena Vista Estate is a must see!&#8221;<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_47535\" style=\"width: 586px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/tru-bahamian-food-tours-athena-cafe-07142014.jpg\"><picture data-avif-picture=\"1\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/tru-bahamian-food-tours-athena-cafe-07142014-200x200.avif 200w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/tru-bahamian-food-tours-athena-cafe-07142014-400x261.avif 400w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/tru-bahamian-food-tours-athena-cafe-07142014.avif 576w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px\"><img data-avif-wrap=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-47535\" class=\"wp-image-47535 size-full\" title=\"Athena Cafe in Nassau, Bahamas on Tru Bahamian Food Tour\" src=\"http:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/tru-bahamian-food-tours-athena-cafe-07142014.jpg\" alt=\"tru-bahamian-food-tours-athena-cafe-07142014\" width=\"576\" height=\"376\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/tru-bahamian-food-tours-athena-cafe-07142014.jpg 576w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/tru-bahamian-food-tours-athena-cafe-07142014-400x261.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px\" \/><\/picture><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-47535\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo at Athena Cafe courtesy of Tru Bahamian Food Tours<\/p><\/div>\n<p><strong>Shop:<\/strong> Treat your sweetie to a stylish souvenir at one of Nassau&#8217;s many luxurious stores. The shops at Marina Village contain over 20 designer and retail ships that are spread over 65,000 square feet. If you&#8217;re looking for an original souvenir, we recommend the world famous Nassau Straw market, which includes handmade Bahamian crafts, conch shell jewelry and wood carvings. For high-end shopping, visit stores like Dooney &amp; Bourke and Cartier in Paradise Island.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Watch the sunset:<\/strong> The gorgeous beaches in Nassau allow you and your loved one to watch the breathtaking Bahamas&#8217; sunset. Sit back and relax with a glass of wine or sangria. You can even rent a private cabana so that you and your sweetheart can enjoy some alone time together. During the day you might even spot a celebrity while your sunbathing, since Nassau is known to attract A-listers such as Beyonc\u00e9 and Jay Z, Michael Bubl\u00e9, Alicia Keys, Bill Clinton, Taylor Swift and Claire Danes.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Water adventure:<\/strong> Thrill-seeking couples will find everything that they are looking for in Nassau. Visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.stuartcove.com\/DiveBahamasMgmt.aspx?id=2&amp;pageId=65\" target=\"_blank\">Stuart Cove&#8217;s Extreme Shark Adventure<\/a> for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to swim with sharks. You&#8217;ll get up close and personal with Caribbean Reef sharks.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_47534\" style=\"width: 586px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/stuart-coves-dive-bahamas-swim-with-sharks-07142014.jpg\"><picture data-avif-picture=\"1\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/stuart-coves-dive-bahamas-swim-with-sharks-07142014-200x200.avif 200w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/stuart-coves-dive-bahamas-swim-with-sharks-07142014-400x276.avif 400w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/stuart-coves-dive-bahamas-swim-with-sharks-07142014.avif 576w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px\"><img data-avif-wrap=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-47534\" class=\"wp-image-47534 size-full\" title=\"Stuart Cove's Extreme Shark Adventure in Nassau, Bahamas\" src=\"http:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/stuart-coves-dive-bahamas-swim-with-sharks-07142014.jpg\" alt=\"stuart-coves-dive-bahamas-swim-with-sharks-07142014\" width=\"576\" height=\"398\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/stuart-coves-dive-bahamas-swim-with-sharks-07142014.jpg 576w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/stuart-coves-dive-bahamas-swim-with-sharks-07142014-400x276.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px\" \/><\/picture><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-47534\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo courtesy of Stuart Cove&#8217;s Extreme Shark Adventure<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Or, you can opt for\u00a0the SUB Bahamas tour and go\u00a0snorkeling instead.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_47532\" style=\"width: 586px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/stuart-coves-dive-bahamas-snorkel-07142014.jpg\"><picture data-avif-picture=\"1\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/stuart-coves-dive-bahamas-snorkel-07142014-200x200.avif 200w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/stuart-coves-dive-bahamas-snorkel-07142014-400x266.avif 400w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/stuart-coves-dive-bahamas-snorkel-07142014.avif 576w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px\"><img data-avif-wrap=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-47532\" class=\"wp-image-47532 size-full\" title=\"SUB Bahamas Tour with Stuart Cove's Snorkel Bahamas\" src=\"http:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/stuart-coves-dive-bahamas-snorkel-07142014.jpg\" alt=\"stuart-coves-dive-bahamas-snorkel-07142014\" width=\"576\" height=\"383\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/stuart-coves-dive-bahamas-snorkel-07142014.jpg 576w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/stuart-coves-dive-bahamas-snorkel-07142014-400x266.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px\" \/><\/picture><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-47532\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo courtesy of Stuart Cove&#8217;s Snorkel Bahamas<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Stuart Cove&#8217;s Snorkel Bahamas allows you to explore the ocean and visit up to three wonderful locations during a single visit. You can check out shallow reefs or a iconic shipwrecks. Or, if you don&#8217;t want to go under the water, the island offers chartered boats that will allow you to explore the area at your leisure. They also now offer Snuba Diving for a new underwater experience.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_47533\" style=\"width: 405px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/stuart-coves-dive-bahamas-snuba-07142014.jpg\"><picture data-avif-picture=\"1\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/stuart-coves-dive-bahamas-snuba-07142014-200x200.avif 200w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/stuart-coves-dive-bahamas-snuba-07142014-274x400.avif 274w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/stuart-coves-dive-bahamas-snuba-07142014.avif 395w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 395px) 100vw, 395px\"><img data-avif-wrap=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-47533\" class=\"wp-image-47533 size-full\" title=\"Snuba diving with Stuart Cove's Snorkel Bahamas in Nassau\" src=\"http:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/stuart-coves-dive-bahamas-snuba-07142014.jpg\" alt=\"stuart-coves-dive-bahamas-snuba-07142014\" width=\"395\" height=\"576\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/stuart-coves-dive-bahamas-snuba-07142014.jpg 395w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/stuart-coves-dive-bahamas-snuba-07142014-274x400.jpg 274w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 395px) 100vw, 395px\" \/><\/picture><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-47533\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo courtesy of Stuart Cove&#8217;s Snorkel Bahamas<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Are you ready to embark on a Bahamas cruise with your sweetie? For more information about the exciting destinations we offer cruises to, be sure to keep up with our blog!<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #555555;\">If you\u2019re interested in taking your family on an exciting adventure to the Bahamas, let our trusted agents at CruiseExperts.com do the work for you. We can help you with an itinerary\u00a0and provide suggestions for places to visit.\u00a0Contact us by calling 1-888-804-CRUISE (2784) or visiting our website\u00a0<a style=\"color: #4f81d8;\" href=\"http:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/\">www.CruiseExperts.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #555555;\"><strong>JOIN FACEBOOK AND OUR INNER CIRCLE<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #555555;\">If you join our\u00a0<a style=\"color: #4f81d8;\" href=\"http:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/innercircle.php\" target=\"_blank\">Inner Circle\u00a0<\/a>, or \u201clike\u201d us on\u00a0<a style=\"color: #4f81d8;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/CruiseExperts\">Facebook<\/a>\u00a0to receive information on the hottest deals offered by all the\u00a0<a style=\"color: #4f81d8;\" href=\"http:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/pick_your_cruise_line.php\" target=\"_blank\">cruise lines<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Nassau, Bahamas is a romantic place to rekindle the romance while on your cruise.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":9,"featured_media":47536,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[33],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-47531","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-bermudabahamas"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/47531","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/9"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=47531"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/47531\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/47536"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=47531"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=47531"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=47531"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}