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You’ve decided upon the Caribbean vacation of your dreams – turquoise waters, white sandy beaches, wreck diving, cocktails at sunset. However, choosing the right hotel or resort can make or break your visit/vacation. Nowadays there are countless travel promotions, deals and discounts available; the choice is overwhelming. Every traveller needs accommodation but each traveller’s needs are different, so identifying what is important to you is the first step. Tips on finding the best hotels in Grand Bahama

Location: waterfront versus inland, peace and quiet, close to restaurants/nightlife/entertainment, proximity to the airport, at one with nature. What matters most to you will influence your decision. No one but you can make that decision.

Price: prices vary online so research carefully using various booking engines. Contact the hotel reservations dept. directly to see if there are specials or discounts available. Package deals can sound attractive; however check carefully to see what exactly is included. Look for freebies like staying ‘x’ amount of nights entitles you to stay one night for free. Don’t forget to consider the exchange rate too, check to see if the local currency is pegged to the US dollar. The time of year affects pricing too – expect to pay more during high season in the Caribbean – November to April.

Amenities: all inclusive, spa treatments, water activities, gym, eco friendly, hotel transfers included, golf, waterfront, access to water or air, all need to be considered. If you take advantage of the extras included on an all-inclusive basis, like scuba diving, paddle boarding, sailing, and drinks, then the resort represents excellent value. Think carefully about what amenities you intend to use and activities you would partake in.

Best luxury hotels: Caribbean hotels and resorts constantly win awards for their service, style and stunning locations. International brand names are represented, as well as smaller more boutique style hotels and condo vacation rentals. The luxury hotels may offer extravagance, although vacation rentals on Grand Bahama can prove to be more budget friendly and allow you to experience the destination like a local.

Research online reviews: check out local bloggers in Grand Bahama and travel reviews. Consider the reviews with an open mind, as what may be bad to one person may be acceptable to another. Look at photos of the venues too, as the photos taken by visitors may vary to those presented on the hotel website.
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