~*~ Cable Beach ~*~

Located about 5 miles west of downtown Nassau ($20 by taxi, $1.25 by the #10 bus), Cable beach is world famous for its fabulous sand and crystal waters and for the myriad upscale resorts that rise from its shores. It is named for the trans-Atlantic cable that landed here that connected the Bahamas to the US. The beach stretches for 2½ miles, and hosts 5 luxury resorts. Here you'll find restaurants, cafes, bars and all the usual water sports and activities, plus plenty of space for sunbathing. $25 per person for the use of all beach facilities.