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Caribbean / Bahamas Scuba Videos

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Isla de San Andres Buceo en el Caribe Colombiano
1  Isla de San Andres Buceo en el Caribe Colombiano
Buceando en las cristalinas aguas dela Isla San Andrés , Caribe Colombiano. Se pueden observar el naufrágio Blue Diamond,rayas,wall diving,peces áng Técnicas de entrada al mar desde barco pequeño. Scubadiving San Andres Island, Colombian Caribbean.
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Star fleet Scubadiving
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Dive center located in bocas del toro, come and enjoy the jewel of the panamenian caribbean
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Great video about diving on the Panamanian Caribbean Coast. In this video you will be able to see a lot of different stuff up there. Enjoy!!!
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The Bahamas
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The Bahamas officially the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, is an English-speaking country consisting of 29 islands, 661 cays, and 2387 islets (rocks). It is located in the Atlantic Ocean north of Cuba, Hispaniola (Dominican Republic and Haiti) and the Caribbean Sea, northwest of the Turks and Caicos Islands, and southeast of the United States of America (nearest to the state of Florida). Its total land area is almost 14 000 km², with an estimated population of 330000. Its capital is Nassau. Originally inhabited by Arawakan Taino people, The Bahamas were the site of Columbus' first landfall in the New World in 1492. Although the Spanish never colonised The Bahamas, they shipped the native Lucayans (as the Bahamian Taino settlers referred to themselves) to slavery in Hispaniola. The islands were mostly deserted from 1513 to 1650, when British colonists from Bermuda settled on the island of Eleuthera. The Bahamas became a crown colony in 1718 when the British clamped down on piracy. Following the American War of Independence, thousands of pro-British loyalists and enslaved Africans moved to The Bahamas and set up a plantation economy. The slave trade was abolished in the British Empire in 1807 and many Africans liberated from slave ships by the Royal Navy were settled in The Bahamas during the 19th century. Slavery itself was abolished in 1834 and the descendants of enslaved and liberated African form the bulk of The Bahamas's population today. Economic activity is mostly based ...
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Tour Old Nassau - The Bahamas - History & Travel - On Voyage.tv
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The Bahamas contains over 700 islands and 2000 cays totaling 100000 square miles. Not as small as you might think, this popular Caribbean destination is overflowing with culture and history. Get a comprehensive tour of Old Nassau, the historic center of The Bahamas. Because of the ports treasured safe harbor, the city preserves its British colonial style buildings and architecture. Originally built to protect the island from attacks, there are three forts in the area, including Fort Charlotte. For a tasty and authentic bite, stop by McKenzies in Potters Cay. Serving up a fresh conch salad, this hotspot presents the centerpiece and Bahamian staple of the islands fish dishes. Dive right back into more culture at The National Arts Gallery of the Bahamas, a beautifully restored building housing both modern and native Bahamian art. Stroll down the Queens Staircase, which was originally built as a means of escape for soldiers in a nearby fort. Now it is used for tourists who marvel at the fact that every part of the staircase, as well as its adjacent passageway, were carved by hand. End this historic tour of charming Old Nassau with a walk on the beach at sunset.
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Eleuthera Island -- The REAL Bahamas HD
Eleuthera Island -- The REAL Bahamas HD
www.myoutislands.com. It's better in the Bahamas!Welcome to the Out Islands of the Bahamas, or as we like to call it the REAL Bahamas. This video is about the island of Eleuthera and Harbour Island. It is our intent to show a glimpse of our two hosts (Kevin Oestenstad and Jennifer Fox) discovering the Out Islands of the REAL Bahamas for the first time. Join them on their journey to discover truly authentic Bahamian destination experiences in Eleuthera. http They get off the beaten path and SEEK what historical, natural, and cultural wonders these beautiful islands in the Bahamas offers to visitors. What they found in Eleuthera and Harbour Island completely changed their perspective of what they thought about the Bahamas. The Out Islands is not a place for everyone, so if you are looking for touristy resorts, crowded beaches, casinos and cruise stops, or marine life behind aquarium glass, don't come to the Out Islands. More importantly, our hosts found themselves. These tranquil islands of the Bahamas also allows you to RECONNECT to yourself and your loved ones. Learn more about the resorts where you can stay and the activities you can do in Eleuthera and the REAL Bahamas at www.myoutislands.com. If you have a great story about Eleuthera, we would love for you to share them with us.
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The Bahamas

indepthfeb08_12A complex archipelago of low-lying islands, the Bahamas stretches 1,200km from its northwest point, close to the Florida coast.

Photo: Simon Rogerson


Photo: Simon Rogerson


Photo: Simon Rogerson

THE DESTINATION

With more than 700 islands and cays spread over 260,000 sq km of brilliant blue sea, there are countless land-based and liveaboard options for divers. There are shallow reefs, deep walls festooned with sponges, several world-class shark dives and wrecks from every era since Christopher Columbus first blundered ashore, at the island now called San Salvador, more than 500 years ago.

Diving has a rich history in the Bahamas, which has long been a popular tourist spot thanks to its proximity to the USA. Glimpse the past in the James Bond film Thunderball, shot off New Providence in 1964 and featuring an impressive array of local wrecks, reefs and sharks.

Overall, the diving combines the best of the Caribbean with the fish action of the Atlantic, with the added bonus of shark dives, blue holes and some of the most best rum punches this side of Havana.

Winter appeal

The Bahamas are often referred to as ‘the Isles of Perpetual June’, and while Brits may take that to mean a month of high winds and torrential rain, it’s actually a claim to have the perfect climate. With the hurricane and rainy seasons ending in late November, winter is a fine time to visit, though the water temperatures are best described as ‘fresh’ rather than warm, with temperatures between 20°C and 24°C from February to early April. Topside, you can expect plenty of sun, with air temperatures between 21°C and 28°C. Winter sees the spawning of the Nassau grouper, among other fish, and for those prepared to venture offshore, February is the ideal time to find enigmatic giants such as the great hammerhead shark.

What to pack

A 5mm wetsuit, plus the usual essential sun protection. Some hotels and bars like their customers to wear a proper shirt, so pack something relatively smart alongside the usual beach duds. A lightweight coat or jumper will take the chill off in the evenings.

Getting there

Direct flights to Nassau from the UK are available with British Airways (www.ba.com) and Virgin Airlines (www.virgin-atlantic.com ), while US airlines fly via American airports. Internal flights are either charters or via Bahamasair (www.bahamasair.com ).

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