The mesmerizing scenic beauty enhances the romance of this little island. Get ready for the romantic trip of a lifetime!

The Grand Bahama experience allows you to have your cake and eat it too. A balance of quiet, romantic times and energetic party times meld together into a satisfying, romantic vacation package. If you only want to party, then you can always hop across to the capital island Nassau, otherwise, you can laze in a hammock on any of the smaller islands.

The fourth largest in a string of 700 islands that lie along the west coast of the United States, Grand Bahama is an ecological water wonder, virgin in essence. Like other Caribbean vacation destinations, it takes about an hour to fly from Florida. The best weather is between May and December, as temperatures hover between 70 and 76 degrees F. This is the tourist season and the costs of hotels and resorts climb about 30 percent, although you may get lucky and find a great package deal.

Wherever you look, you can see sand, water, and sunshine to light up your days. Other than Freeport, Lucaya Beach, and Pelican Bay, the rest of this island is relatively without crowds. Walk or bike, dive or snorkel, gaze at undersea limestone caves, swim alongside enchanting dolphins, or visit the National Trust Rand Nature Center, or the Lucayan National Park to see rare and brilliant flora and fauna. It is easy to see how the colorful Caribbean waters surrounding this island could inspire the likes of Paul Gaugin. The gorgeous Atlantic Ocean takes on shades of aquamarine, azure, sapphire, and a watery blue as the sun dances across the Caribbean sky. Lush palm groves and mangrove forests complete the exotic scenery.

The ocean supports life here. Romance is always a given and the stress of urban living is easily left behind. Together, you can share your own private bay. With decent winds throughout the year, wind surfing and sailing can give unending pleasure. Known as the "Diver's paradise," Grand Bahama never fails, as you can explore blue holes and the longest underwater cave colony in the world.

The close proximity to the U.S. has given the Grand Bahama Island a lucky throw of the dice as far as tourism and banking is concerned. Together, with New Providence, this island is the second most popular place in the Bahamas. The nightlife will have you dancing at the disco, visiting fine restaurants for continental and local cuisine, or trying your luck at the all-night casinos.

Fishing and golf are other options. The friendly manner of locals and hotel/resort staff enhances the exotic picture of Grand Bahama Island. A few days spent strolling in the sand or sipping a coconut punch will gladden your hearts. High rises, concrete jungles, and relentless back-ups will be in another world, for romance dominates the atmosphere. Nature, with all her gifts, waits for you; come to this tropical paradise and discover the joys of being alive.