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Long
Island
Island
of Contrasts
Long Island,
located at the turning circle of the cancer is one of the most beautiful islands
of the Bahama-Archipel. Peaceful, green hills, fertile fields of Banana- and
Pineappleplantations and a lot of green offer a varied Landscape. One side of
the island is with endless icing - white sandy beaches and the smooth turquoise-blue
carribean sea surrounded. The other side got its character from the surf of
the atlantic with countless sandy bays and rocky reefs.
As you may expect
by the name, this Island is long (70 mls) und narrow (max. 3mls). Nearly 3000
Islanders live in tiny villages lying along the only Islandstreet. Since a few
years they have phone and electric supply.
Kolumbus landing
here 1492 described this island as the most beautiful he had
ever seen.
With
340 sunny days in a year the warm Golfstream in winter and
the fresh Passat in summer ensure an outstanding climate.
(Weather service)
General
Informationen
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Currency
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The
Bahamas Dollar has the same rate of exchange as the US-Dollar. Both
currencies are used.
On the Out-Islands bank-services are often limited.
The most usual credit cards are accepted. Far better are Traveller Checks
in US-Dollar and cash in small notes.
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Food
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You
should try the local specialities, which are real cheap. Check out Grouper,
bahamesian lobster and Conch(*, served in a great variety.
(*1)shell
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Medical
Supply
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The
medical support is at american standard. The European "private
health insurance"(*2) is normally valid on the Bahamas, too.There
are a doctor and a clinic on Long Island.
(*2) if you got a legal health insurance you should conclude a private
health insuarnce.
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Means
of Transport
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There
are a few car rental services on the island. Most important is driving
on the left side an the speed limits. Scooters and bicycles can be rented
as well.
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Clothing
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The
dressing is relaxed. Most of the time you wear swimsuit, shorts or light
sportswear.
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Electricity
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120
V / 60 Hz as USA.
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Climate
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Local
Time
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The
time on the Bahams has to be put back 6 hours compared to MEZ.
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Telephone
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A
good telephone- und faxnet connects the islands with Europe and the World.
Directdial on Long Island is possible.
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Contact
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