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Long Island
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Long Island
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Bahamas
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About Long Island
Situated about 165 miles from the city of Nassau, Long island is often said to be the most scenic island of them all. It is split by the Tropic of Cancer and is about 80 miles long. With its technicolor blue waters and lush greenery, this island offers the seclusion and peace, which is often sought after by visitors.

Some Lesser Known Facts About Long Island

  • The island was known as "Yuma" to the Arawak Indians. Later it was renamed "Fernandina" by Christopher Columbus in 1492. However, the island attained its current name as a seafarer felt it took too "long" to sail past the 80-mile island.
    The island was known as
  • Bordering on two sides, the island has very contrasting coastlines. The western shoreline is comprised of soft, white sandy beaches, while the island's east coast consists of rocky bluffs that descend into the sea.
    Bordering on two sides, the island has very contrasting coastlines. The western shoreline is comprised of soft, white sandy beaches, while the island'
  • There are various attractions here. Max's conch bar and grill to grab a bite, Dean's blue hole for divers that wish to explore the deepest blue hole in the world, Hamilton's cave to look at ancient artifacts, and Cape Santa Maria beach for swimming or strolling.
    There are various attractions here. Max's conch bar and grill to grab a bite, Dean's blue hole for divers that wish to explore the deepest blue hole i
  • There are 13 hotels for accommodation ranging from simple luxury resorts like the Cape Santa Maris resort to inns and private rentals.
    There are 13 hotels for accommodation ranging from simple luxury resorts like the Cape Santa Maris resort to inns and private rentals.
  • It is hard to get lost on Long Island as there is one road that runs the entire length of the island! It is called the "long road."
    It is hard to get lost on Long Island as there is one road that runs the entire length of the island! It is called the

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