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Local buses are available from Freeport harbor where cruise ships dock to Lucaya town; about 10 miles away. Price is $5 each way, and usually crowded when a cruise ship arrive to port.
We were offered free transportation by Carnival line because this was not a stop planned for the cruise. They had to dock here to repair a propeller thruster that allows the ship to move side to side when docking.
The shuttles are all operated by locals, and most appeared to drive safely; on the left side only. Ques to get on the buses; almost all are vans, can be a long wait during deboarding of ships. The vans drivers will offer to take you for a drive to the highest point on the island (500 feet) and Lucaya for a 2 hour ride costing $30. It seemed like a lot to pay for simply a drive around to some, but not all points of interest.
Updated Nov 29, 2011
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If coming by cruise ship, taxis from the harbour into town or to Port Lucaya will cost $5 per person. The taxis are minivans and the friendly drivers will give you a nice tour and talk about Freeport and Grand Bahama during the drive. It takes about 15 minutes to get from the harbour to Port Lucaya.
Written Nov 28, 2004
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We rented bicycles to travel the mile or so to the city. There weren't too many hills, so the trip was fairly easy. Keep in mind that the traffic is on the left hand side of the road, as it is in England.
There was a shuttle bus service available in the time-shared where we stayed. Check to see if your accomodations offer this kind of service.
Written Oct 4, 2002
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The best way to get to Freeport is by plane or cruise. There are frequent flights between key cities in Flordia such as Miami to Freeport, Bahamas Air also flies frequently between Nassau and Freeport. There are also cruises to Freeport from Florida.
You can easily get around by car in Freeport. The roads in Freeport are not congested at all. Grand Bahama island in particular the city of Freeport has many 4 lane highways without any dense traffic. Freeport is a very well planned city in terms of infrastructure, it seems as if the infrastructure is there awaiting for the future development of the country. The entire island of Grand Bahama has good street signs, thus you can not get lost. The roads are in very good condition for driving, they are better than many roads in Western countries and remarkably better than those in the capital city of Nassau, Bahamas on New Providence Island. I would not suggest taking busses as they tend to run infrequent, so try to take a taxi or better yet rent a car at the car rentals accross the street from the airport.
Updated Oct 4, 2002
Written Dec 10, 2006
This airline ceased to exist in 1988. It mostly flew in Quebec with a couple of flights to Toronto and the US. They also did charters such as the one we took in Feb. 1975.
Updated Aug 29, 2004
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We taxied in from the airport, which seems like a pretty good option. The island was much bigger than I thought, but the main activities seem to be all lumped together.
Written Feb 3, 2003
Like anywhere else in the world, taxis could prove to be expensive, therefore, I suggest renting a car. Although they drive on the left hand side, it is very easy to adjust to.
Written Oct 5, 2002
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We drove to Miami, flordia and took a wonderful cruise, it was the best !!
Waling or Taxi or rental cars
Written Oct 4, 2002
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We flew our own plane, a Cessna 170B. I highly recommend it; although it is more expensive than an airline or cruise ticket if you factor in the cost of the airplane and the flying lessons.
Written Oct 4, 2002
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Local show for the cruise ships docked in Lucaya Harbor once they hit the ground to shop. The banging of the drums would be enough to even wake up the passenger sleeping in on the ship. It is so loud...
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I was here for a week for work, and the weather didn't really help too much. It was a great time for work, although the play was limited due to the relatively cold weather.
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