The Bahamas certainly form the basis of many fantasy and dream vacation destinations, and this is for a great reason. The entire series of islands is so amazingly gorgeous and has some of the most beautiful beaches and views in the world that it is nearly impossible not to see them as the virtual paradise on earth. And this feeling is only heightened by the tourists who do make the trip and enjoy a great stay in one of the grand Bahamas hotels.
In addition, most of the people who vacation there are stunned by some of the great cultural attractions that come as something of a surprise to people who that there were only great beaches and views. Actually, there is a great deal more to do and see there than want most people realize before visiting.
One of the most intriguing cultural aspects is the amount and diversity of the festivals that take place there. There is a major celebration of traditional music from Africa that includes are and dances known as the Junkanoo, which occurs as part of major events such as New Years Day and Boxing Day. There is another great local tradition of Regattas, which are important regional social events. These will usually include at least one day of sailing old fashioned work boats .
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