The Bahamas was once an ideal refuge for illegal pirates. In fact, it was actually a hot spot for government-sanctioned privateers and pirates were given an official "license to plunder" by the authority of the king. For God and country. Of course!
These days The Bahamas is one of the most preferred tropical locations for weddings and honeymoons. With the exception of hurricane season, the weather is usually always perfect for outside barbecues. It is also an excellent choice for non-Bahamians looking to invest in international real estate – vacation homes, timeshares, etc.
On July 10,1973, this nation became an independent member of the British Commonwealth. The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism sponsors a People-to-People program all year-round. It is a cultural exchange effort. Tourists (and/or potential investors) are teamed up with a local Bahamian ambassador who will provide an informal, up-close view of the island life for the average Bahamian. The government passed laws which provide for the sale of real property to non-Bahamians. 
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Life in the Bahamas is so enticing! I'd love to take that plunge, but the decision isn't mine alone.
My husband often wishes he could go back to his homeland. But all of our children are settled here in the USA and won't move. We'd rather stay on this side of the ocean with them.
If I was rich, I would have settled down in the Bahamas. It is incredibly beautiful and the Nature is so inviting.
The islands of Bahamas are really beautiful, I would love to see it sometimes. Very informative article!
@EmmaSRose - Apologize for the late response. Island life is a good life. My husband reminds all the time. He says Sidney Potier will back him up on it. :)
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Thank you all for leaving comments.
Haven't been back to my husband and father's homeland for a while but when or if I ever go, I'll have the waters shark-tested before diving in! :)
Well the sharks worry me a little bit but Bahamas look amazingly beautiful anyway.
I would worry more about hurricanes than sharks, but it would be a lovely place any other time!
Well, I can do without sharks, but the rest is pure beauty:)
The water looks so beautiful. There's nothing quite like that warm turquoise ocean.