Pictures of gorgeous beaches, crystal-clear waters, and opulent resorts may come to mind when thinking of The Bahamas. While that’s not entirely wrong, there’s more to the island than meets the eye.

# Residents said the men had been inside the bar moments earlier. Francis told friends he was stepping outside to smoke. Reckley stood beside him. Seconds later, witnesses heard about seven shots.

Eleuthera isn’t the Caribbean you think you know—it’s better. This 110-mile-long jewel in the Out Islands of the Bahamas is known for its pink-sand beaches, dramatic cliffs and a laid-back vibe that’s ...

For one of the most unique views in the Bahamas, travel along Queen's Highway to The Glass Window Bridge. This strip of land and road – which connects Eleuthera's Gregory Town and Lower Bogue – ...

Known for its 135 empty beaches, the island of Eleuthera in the Bahamas will welcome its first luxury boutique hotel, The Potlatch Club, in June 2024. The 11-key former private home, popular with New ...

1,200 privately owned acres along the southern shores of Eleuthera, Jack’s Bay will feature two golf courses along with plenty of luxurious amenities. Developers are projecting all of this will be ...

The narrow Bahamian island boasts miles of mostly empty beaches, walking trails, turquoise ocean waters and other natural wonders, with no major resorts or high-end shopping. By Eric Lipton Twin Coves ...

This article originally appears in the January/February 2020 issue of ESSENCE. For Eudoxie Bridges, travel is about enjoying the pleasure of stillness, which is why the Bahamas is her favorite escape.

In our limited series this week, Sarasota Magazine’s editors share the highlights of their summer vacations. Here’s where our editors went and what they did—from Michigan music festivals to New ...