Eleuthera might just be the most beautiful island in the Bahamas.
On the more remote island of Eleuthera, seclusion reigns supreme.
The name Eleuthera is a Greek word that means freedom.
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Eleuthera is not for your average tourist.
This is a place where you have to wander, explore, and adventure on your own.
Whats not in the textbook is that the Bahamas is more than the sun, sea, and sand.
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Read on to learn more about what to do, where to eat, and when to visit Eleuthera.
Best Things to Do
Visit Lady Dis Pineapple Farm.
Eleutheras sweet-as-candy pineapple is a beloved produce around the island.
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See the Glass Window Bridge.
The Glass Window Bridge is a must-visit attraction.
For lunch, considerGlass Window Bar & Grill, located right next to the bridge.
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Make a splash in Queens Bath.
Filled daily with crashing waves from the Atlantic Ocean, the bath-like temperature is ideal for taking a dip.
Note that its safest to visit during low and medium tide as the waves can be quite strong otherwise.
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Explore the islands blue holes.
Sparkling, water-filled cenotes abound in Eleuthera, with popular spots including Ocean Hole and Sapphire Blue Hole.
The former is home to rich marine life.
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Both are accessible by boat and have platform ladders and ropes to go cliff jumping.
Located on a waterfront in Governors Harbour, visitors can dine on the patio and people-watch.
I love to cook with the freshest ingredients found here in the Bahamas.
Expect crowds on the weekend and live music.
Favorites include conch salad and fried lobster.
Order a cocktail at the bar and chat with a lively bartender.
Other menu items include curried lobster, asparagus ravioli, and a Chantilly cream lobster mousse for dessert.
Best Time to Visit
The mostpopular time to visit Eleutherais December through April.
The summer months of July and August, in particular, can reach very high temperatures.
Visitors should also be mindful of hurricane season, which falls between June and November.
Choosing an airport depends on your departure location, as well as where you’ll be staying upon arrival.
If traveling directly from the U.S., visitors will fly into North Eleuthera Airport.
American and Delta offer routes from major cities, including Atlanta, Miami, and Charlotte, North Carolina.
How to Get Around
Eleuthera is a sprawling 110-mile island with a rural landscape.
Travelers should consider arranging a car service and/or exploring tour operators to get between must-see attractions.
Rental cars are also available for those familiar with maneuvering island roads.
Two popular car rental companies areJ R Car RentalandButch Johnson’s Car Rentals.
Rates for taxi services vary depending on your departure and arrival points.
Note that most vendors throughout the Bahamas only accept cash.
Taxis are available at ferry docks and airports.
Bike, scooter, and golf cart rentals are affordable options as well.
