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Mayaguana, Bahamas
Mayaguana is the most easterly island in the Bahamas, and one
of only two which retain their Arawak
names. Mostly farmers, fishermen, children and seniors, noted for
their friendliness, inhabit the Island.
The largest settlement is Abraham’s Bay on
the south coast, other settlements are Betsy Bay
in the east and Pirate’s Well in the north.
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Location: 350 miles south of Nassau
Size: 110 square miles
Population: 259
Language: English
Currency: Bahamian
dollar
Tourism info: Bahama Out Islands Promotion Board
(954-475-8315)
Getting there from Nassau: Fly with Bahamasair or
private air charter. The Bahamas Mailboat costs 90 one way to Mayaguana
and takes 24 hours.
Attractions
Mayaguana is a popular stopover for yachtsmen on route to the Caribbean.
The terrain is woody, the soil fertile and suited to agriculture.
Farming and fishing are the chief occupations of its inhabitants.
Typical scenes are homespun dwellings guarded by goats and an occasional
cottage doing double duty as a "petty shop" (a small general
store).
Getting around
Nearby settlements include: Abraham’s Bay, Betsy Bay,
and Pirate’s Well.
Inter-island Bahamas
mailboats depart from Nassau and run weekly roundtrip to and from
all islands.
Taxi service is available. Although metered rates vary by island,
they are reasonable and are fixed by law. Bicycles are also available
for rent at most popular tourist centers.
Rental cars are also available. You can use your home driver’s
license for up to three months, but remember, when you take to the
road, British rules apply, so keep to the left.
Pedestrians should remember to look right before
crossing streets.
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Cruises.
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Web links
Bahamas.com
Request a brochure, or find a travel agent who represents Bahamas
Cruises at the official Web site.
CIA
Factbook -- Bahamas, The
The CIA factbook says the Bahamas are a stable, developing nation
with an economy heavily dependent on tourism and offshore banking.
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