Visitors from The Bahamas have a new reason to expect an unforgettable vacation. In addition to offering a classic cold-weather escape via sparkling beaches and shimmering ocean waves, the Caribbean Travel Awards gave this island nation its name Destination of the year 2025.
These awards have been rewarding the best-performing Caribbean tourist destinations in 36 categories for eleven years. From local chefs, resorts and attractions to the cities themselves, the award winners provide an excellent starting point for planning an unforgettable trip to the Caribbean.
With an abundance of all-inclusive resorts, miles of unique beaches and other scenic attractions, the Bahamas is a must-visit place to relax, unwind and get away from the cold and snow for a few days or weeks during the winter months for decades.
Nassau and Paradise Island continue to attract a large percentage of visitors to the Bahamas, but much of the rest of the country also saw significant tourism growth in 2023 and 2024. all remaining pandemic-era travel restrictions were lifted, and 2024 also brought strong numbers. After being recognized by the Caribbean Travel Awards, the Nassau area and the rest of the country are also expecting success during the upcoming winter season.
Although the Bahamas is making headlines as a top tourist destination this coming winter season, it’s important to keep in mind that even the best places to explore come with quirks and other potential problems that make vigilance an important part of any safe vacation. Like many other Caribbean and Central American countries, the United States has issued a travel warning for visitors to the archipelago. The U.S. Embassy in Nassau reminds visitors to remain aware of their surroundings and alert for potential signs of criminal activity, citing concerns about an overall increase in crime in the Bahamas, although no specific new threat exists.
