Recently, I came across a Huffington Post article about the world’s bluest beaches. This piece is essentially a ready-made bucket list for me, since I love beaches of all kinds, in all seasons and in all sorts of weather. It’s entirely possible that I’m biased, of course, but I think the Bahamian out islands have some of the most spectacular, unspoiled beaches in the world. So does National Geographic, which named Abaco’s Treasure Cay beach (pictured above) one of the 10 most beautiful on the planet.
Below are a few more of my favourite Bahamian beaches. What about you? Where’s your favourite beach?
Great shots to ease the chilly weather!
Thanks, Suzanne! Glad you enjoyed the photos.
Mmmmmm. How very lucky, though, that there are other beaches that don’t receive the publicity. No bars or pretty umbrellas, maybe. And few, or no, people either. Apart from Rolling Harbour itself (of course), C@su@r!n@ (shhhhh) takes some beating I reckon. And you can fish there! RH
oh gawd I was so enthralled with your pictures that I caught my hand inching towards the phone (I have 3 airlines on speed-dial 🙂 ) already forming my excuses to the boss as to why her call display showed me in the Bahamas.
One of my fav beaches was on the north coast of Zanzibar, I believe bliss was conceived there… though she may have been birthed on Treasure Cay beach.
As I look out to a grey, cold Nov. day in Vancouver, I thank you for that little bit of warmth.
Hi, Traveling Crone. Thanks for dropping by. I’m so glad you enjoyed the photos – I know first-hand how grey Vancouver can be this time of year. I recently saw some photos of Zanzibar beaches — easy to see why they’d be top of your list! Hope to see them in person one of these days…. Hang in there — 6 more weeks and the days begin to get longer again.
In 54 days it’s going to get really hot… when I am in Guatemala! No beaches but I’ll deal.:)
Favorite beach? Wow, that’s a good question. If I had to pick just one, I’d probably have to go with Jolly Beach in Antigua. It’s a long, crescent shaped beach with powdery white sand, clear blue water, beautiful sunsets, a view of Montserrat and just enough activitiy to keep you from getting bored. Plus a full service marina is just a few steps away.
Hi, BBB. I’ve not been to Jolly Beach, but sounds like it’s got all the beach bells and whistles. 🙂 Are there lots of people, though? For me, if there are more than 3 or 4 other beings on the beach, it’s too crowded for me.
North of Castaways is pretty deserted because it’s fronted by private residences. South is busier because of the resorts. You’d like the north end – hardly ever saw anyone down there.
Love this in one week I’ll be in Abaco! Wahoooo
In one week I’ll be in Abaco can’t wait 🙂
One week? I’m jealous!! Hope you have an amazing time.
too hard! it’s like asking which is your favorite child, LOL !! i try to love all the isles, but am awfully partial to the privacy & proximity of House on the Point
Yep, Linda. Hard to beat HOP! 🙂
If I didn’t like you so much, I could hate you for posting these during the rainy season. 🙂
Oh, no. I thought the rainy season was the best time to post them — a little encouragement to get you through the season. No?
I want to be sipping a a drink with a tiny umbrella in it while sitting on one. I think the only thing that gets me through the rainy season is Valium. And wrapping myself in a blanket fresh out of the dryer.
Yes, I recall many rainy autumns in Vancouver… beach photos always seemed to help. Hang in there – spring has to come some time.
Came across this recent piece on more “best beaches.” Guess the cooler weather has everyone thinking about sun, sand and sea. 🙂 http://www.aluxurytravelblog.com/2013/10/21/10-of-the-best-beaches-on-the-planet/#comment-799582
Not as picturesque but the ocean side long beach on Powell Cay will always be my favourite – on one walk we found over 70 sand dollars on the shore
Hi, South. Thanks for your comment. I haven’t been to Powell Cay — must add it to the list as the beach sounds amazing. Now if only you could spend those dollars in a store. 🙂
When you grow up in the Bahamas, selecting wonderful, or favourite beaches, is a real challenge. My choices include Moriah Harbour Cay, which has miles of the most beautiful, pristine, and almost always deserted, beaches in the world. (Some of them with shells.) It is located off of George Town, Exuma. And it is has protected status. Eleuthera has gorgeous beaches. And a sentimental pick is the beach at Briland – although it has too many people (except at sunrise and sunset).
Oooh, Ann, thanks for the tip about Moriah Harbour Cay. I’ve not been there, but I’ve heard that Exuma has some amazing beaches. Must plan to get there one day soon. I agree with you about too many people — to me, any more than 4 human beings on a beach is “too crowded.” 🙂
I’ve never been to Abaco, but this post bring back wonderful memories of some wonderful beaches on Andros.
I’ve not been to Andros, but it’s on my list to see one day. Glad you enjoyed the photos!
Wow – these are some great shots and some beaches I never heard of before. Getting inspired here….
Thanks! Glad you like them. They’re tempting, aren’t they? 🙂