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Androsia
Grand Bahama
This is the Port Lucaya outlet of the famous house that produces handmade fabrics on Andros Island. Designs and colors capture the spirit of The Bahamas. The store sells quality, 100%-cotton resort wear, including simple skirts, tops, jackets, and shorts for women, and it also offers a colorful line of children's wear.This is the Port Lucaya outlet of the famous house
Animale
Grand Bahama
Trendy fashionistas, who know a lot about this sort of thing, would define this as a hot boutique with the kind of clingy sophisticated tropical fashion that makes any reasonably shaped woman look good. Come here for long cotton dresses that make the female form look more-than-usually provocative, and the kind of fashion accessories -- oversize straw hats, chunky necklaces, animal-print scarves -- that emphasize the feline, the animale, and perhaps, the seductress.Trendy fashionistas, who know a lot about this sort of
Bandolera
Grand Bahama
The staff can be rather haughty here, but despite its drawbacks, the store carries a collection of chic women's clothing that's many cuts above the T-shirts and tank tops that are the norm for many of its competitors.The staff can be rather haughty here, but despite its
Cleos-Boutique
Grand Bahama
This shop offers everything from eveningwear to lingerie. A warm and inviting destination, Cleo's prides itself on capturing the Caribbean woman in all of her moods. You can also find a wide array of costume jewelry beginning at $25 per piece.This shop offers everything from eveningwear to lingerie. A warm
Colombian-Emeralds-International
Grand Bahama
This branch of the world's foremost emerald jeweler offers a wide array of precious gemstone jewelry and one of the island's best watch collections. Careful shoppers will find significant savings over U.S. prices. The outlet offers certified appraisals and free 90-day insurance.This branch of the world's foremost emerald jeweler offers a
Flovin-Gallery
Grand Bahama
This gallery sells original Bahamian and international art, frames, lithographs, posters, and Bahamian-made Christmas ornaments and decorated coral. It also offers handmade Bahamian dolls, coral jewelry, and other gift items. Another branch is at the Port Lucaya Marketplace .This gallery sells original Bahamian and international art, frames, lithographs,
Flovin-Gallery-II
Grand Bahama
This branch of the art gallery located in the International Bazaar sells a collection of oil paintings (both Bahamian and international), along with lithographs and posters. In its limited field, it's the best in the business. It also features a number of gift items, such as handmade Bahamian dolls, decorated corals, and Christmas ornaments.This branch of the art gallery located in the International
Les-Parisiennes
Grand Bahama
This outlet offers a wide range of fine jewelry and watches. It also sells crystal, Versace wear, and perfumes, including the latest from Paris.This outlet offers a wide range of fine jewelry and
Paris-in-The-Bahamas
Grand Bahama
This shop contains the biggest selection of luxury goods under one roof in the International Bazaar. The staff wears couture black dresses like you might expect in Paris, and everywhere there's a sense of French glamour and conspicuous consumption. You can find both Gucci and Versace leather goods for men and women; crystal from Lalique, Baccarat, Daum, and Kosta Boda; and a huge collection of cosmetics and perfumes.This shop contains the biggest selection of luxury goods under
The-Perfume-Factory-Fragrance-of-The-Bahamas
Grand Bahama
This is the top fragrance producer in The Bahamas. The shop is housed in a re-creation of an 1800s mansion, in which visitors are invited to hear a 5-minute commentary and to see the mixing of fragrant oils. There's even a \"mixology\" department where you can create your own fragrance from a selection of oils. The shop's well-known products include Island Promises, Goombay, Paradise, and Pink Pearl (with conch pearls in the bottle). The shop also sells Guanahani, created to commemorate the 500th anniversary of Columbus's first landfall, and Sand, the leading Bahamian-made men's fragrance.This is the top fragrance producer in The Bahamas. The
UNEXSO-Dive-Shop
Grand Bahama
This premier dive shop of The Bahamas sells everything related to the water -- swimsuits, wetsuits, underwater cameras, video equipment, shades, hats, souvenirs, and state-of-the-art divers' equipment.This premier dive shop of The Bahamas sells everything related
Unusual-Centre
Grand Bahama
Where else can you get an array of items made of walrus skin or peacock feathers? There's another branch at the Port Lucaya Marketplace (tel. 242/373-7333).Where else can you get an array of items made
Bahamas-Post-Office-Philatelic-Bureau
New Providence
Here you'll find beautiful Bahamian stamps slated to become collector's items. One of the most sought-after stamps has a seashell motif. Insider's tip: If you don't want to take the trouble to go to the main office, try the smaller philatelic bureau at the Welcome Center, Festival Place, Prince George Dock, open Monday to Saturday 9am to 1pm.Here you'll find beautiful Bahamian stamps slated to become collector's
Balmain-Antiques
New Providence
This place offers a wide and varied assortment of 19th-century etchings, engravings, and maps, many of them antique and all reasonably priced. Other outlets have minor displays of these collectibles, but this outlet has the finest. Some items are 400 years old. It's usually best to discuss your interests with Mr. Ramsey, the owner, so he can direct you to the proper drawers. His specialties include The Bahamas, America during the Civil War, and Black history. He also has a collection of military historical items. The shop now features Haitian primitive art. You'll find the shop on the second floor, three doors east of Charlotte Street.This place offers a wide and varied assortment of 19th-century
Barrys-Limited
New Providence
One of Nassau's more formal and elegant clothing stores, this shop sells garments made from lamb's wool and English cashmere. Elegant sportswear (including Korean-made guayabera shirts) and blazers are sold here. Most of the clothes are for men, but women often stop in for the stylish cuff links, studs, and other accessories.One of Nassau's more formal and elegant clothing stores, this
Bonneville-Bones
New Providence
The name alone will intrigue, but it hardly describes what's inside. This is the best men's store we've found in Nassau. You can find everything here, from standard T-shirts and designer jeans to elegant casual clothing, including suits.The name alone will intrigue, but it hardly describes what's
Brass-and-Leather-Shop
New Providence
With two branches on Charlotte Street, this shop offers English brass, handbags, luggage, briefcases, attachés, and personal accessories. Shop no. 2 has handbags, belts, scarves, ties, and small leather goods from such designers as Furla, Tumi, HCL, and others. If you look and select carefully, you can find some good buys here.With two branches on Charlotte Street, this shop offers English
Coin-of-the-Realm
New Providence
This family-run shop is in a lovely building that was hewn out of solid limestone more than 200 years ago. The shop offers not only fine jewelry, but also Bahamian and British postage stamps, mint and used, and rare (and not-so-rare) Bahamian silver and gold coins. It also sells old and modern paper Bahamian currency. Bahama pennies that were minted in 1806 and 1807 are now rare and expensive items.This family-run shop is in a lovely building that was
Coles-of-Nassau
New Providence
This boutique offers the most extensive selection of designer fashions in Nassau. Women can find everything from swimwear to formal gowns, from sportswear to hosiery. Cole's also sells gift items, sterling-silver designer and costume jewelry, hats, shoes, bags, scarves, and belts.This boutique offers the most extensive selection of designer fashions
Colombian-Emeralds
New Providence
Famous around the Caribbean, this international outlet is not limited to emeralds, although its selection of that stone is the best in The Bahamas. You'll find an impressive display of diamonds, as well as other precious gems. The gold jewelry here sells for about half the price it does Stateside, and many of the gems are discounted 20% to 30%. Ask about their \"cybershopping\" program.Famous around the Caribbean, this international outlet is not limited
Fendi
New Providence
This is Nassau's only outlet for the well-crafted Italian-inspired accessories endorsed by this famous leather-goods company. With handbags, luggage, shoes, watches, wallets, and portfolios to choose from, the selection may well solve some of your gift-giving quandaries.This is Nassau's only outlet for the well-crafted Italian-inspired accessories
Gucci
New Providence
This shop, opposite Rawson Square, is the best place to buy leather goods in Nassau. The wide selection includes handbags, wallets, luggage, briefcases, gift items, scarves, ties, evening wear for men and women, umbrellas, shoes, sandals, watches, and perfume, all by Gucci of Italy.This shop, opposite Rawson Square, is the best place to
John-Bull
New Providence
The jewelry department here offers classic selections from Tiffany & Co.; cultured pearls from Mikimoto; the creations of David Yurman, Carrera y Carrera; Greek and Roman coin jewelry; and Spanish gold and silver pieces. It's the best name in the business. The store also features a wide selection of watches, cameras, perfumes, cosmetics, leather goods, and accessories. It is one of the best places in The Bahamas to buy a Gucci or Cartier watch.The jewelry department here offers classic selections from Tiffany &
Leather-Masters
New Providence
This well-known retail outlet carries an internationally known collection of leather bags, luggage, and accessories by Ted Lapidus, Lanvin, and Lancel of Paris; Etienne Aigner of Germany; and i Santi of Italy. Leather Masters also carries luggage by Piel and Travel Pro; leather wallets by Bosca; and pens, cigarette lighters, and watches by Colibri. Silk scarves, neckties, and cigar accessories are also featured.This well-known retail outlet carries an internationally known collection of
Sea-Grape-Boutique
New Providence
This is one of the genuinely fine gift shops on New Providence, with an inventory of exotic decorative items that you'll probably find fascinating. It includes jewelry crafted from fossilized coral, sometimes with sharks' teeth embedded inside, and clothing, some of it made from BatikArts.com that's well suited to the sometimes-steamy climate of The Bahamas. There's a second branch of this outfit, Sea Grape Too, in the Radisson Hotel's Mall, on Cable Beach (tel. 242/327-5113).This is one of the genuinely fine gift shops on
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Androsia
Grand Bahama
This is the Port Lucaya outlet of the famous house that produces handmade fabrics on Andros Island. Designs and colors capture the spirit of The Bahamas. The store sells quality, 100%-cotton resort wear, including simple skirts, tops, jackets, and shorts for women, and it also offers a colorful line of children's wear.This is the Port Lucaya outlet of the famous house
Animale
Grand Bahama
Trendy fashionistas, who know a lot about this sort of thing, would define this as a hot boutique with the kind of clingy sophisticated tropical fashion that makes any reasonably shaped woman look good. Come here for long cotton dresses that make the female form look more-than-usually provocative, and the kind of fashion accessories -- oversize straw hats, chunky necklaces, animal-print scarves -- that emphasize the feline, the animale, and perhaps, the seductress.Trendy fashionistas, who know a lot about this sort of
Bandolera
Grand Bahama
The staff can be rather haughty here, but despite its drawbacks, the store carries a collection of chic women's clothing that's many cuts above the T-shirts and tank tops that are the norm for many of its competitors.The staff can be rather haughty here, but despite its
Cleos-Boutique
Grand Bahama
This shop offers everything from eveningwear to lingerie. A warm and inviting destination, Cleo's prides itself on capturing the Caribbean woman in all of her moods. You can also find a wide array of costume jewelry beginning at $25 per piece.This shop offers everything from eveningwear to lingerie. A warm
Colombian-Emeralds-International
Grand Bahama
This branch of the world's foremost emerald jeweler offers a wide array of precious gemstone jewelry and one of the island's best watch collections. Careful shoppers will find significant savings over U.S. prices. The outlet offers certified appraisals and free 90-day insurance.This branch of the world's foremost emerald jeweler offers a
Flovin-Gallery
Grand Bahama
This gallery sells original Bahamian and international art, frames, lithographs, posters, and Bahamian-made Christmas ornaments and decorated coral. It also offers handmade Bahamian dolls, coral jewelry, and other gift items. Another branch is at the Port Lucaya Marketplace .This gallery sells original Bahamian and international art, frames, lithographs,
Flovin-Gallery-II
Grand Bahama
This branch of the art gallery located in the International Bazaar sells a collection of oil paintings (both Bahamian and international), along with lithographs and posters. In its limited field, it's the best in the business. It also features a number of gift items, such as handmade Bahamian dolls, decorated corals, and Christmas ornaments.This branch of the art gallery located in the International
Les-Parisiennes
Grand Bahama
This outlet offers a wide range of fine jewelry and watches. It also sells crystal, Versace wear, and perfumes, including the latest from Paris.This outlet offers a wide range of fine jewelry and
Paris-in-The-Bahamas
Grand Bahama
This shop contains the biggest selection of luxury goods under one roof in the International Bazaar. The staff wears couture black dresses like you might expect in Paris, and everywhere there's a sense of French glamour and conspicuous consumption. You can find both Gucci and Versace leather goods for men and women; crystal from Lalique, Baccarat, Daum, and Kosta Boda; and a huge collection of cosmetics and perfumes.This shop contains the biggest selection of luxury goods under
The-Perfume-Factory-Fragrance-of-The-Bahamas
Grand Bahama
This is the top fragrance producer in The Bahamas. The shop is housed in a re-creation of an 1800s mansion, in which visitors are invited to hear a 5-minute commentary and to see the mixing of fragrant oils. There's even a \"mixology\" department where you can create your own fragrance from a selection of oils. The shop's well-known products include Island Promises, Goombay, Paradise, and Pink Pearl (with conch pearls in the bottle). The shop also sells Guanahani, created to commemorate the 500th anniversary of Columbus's first landfall, and Sand, the leading Bahamian-made men's fragrance.This is the top fragrance producer in The Bahamas. The
UNEXSO-Dive-Shop
Grand Bahama
This premier dive shop of The Bahamas sells everything related to the water -- swimsuits, wetsuits, underwater cameras, video equipment, shades, hats, souvenirs, and state-of-the-art divers' equipment.This premier dive shop of The Bahamas sells everything related
Unusual-Centre
Grand Bahama
Where else can you get an array of items made of walrus skin or peacock feathers? There's another branch at the Port Lucaya Marketplace (tel. 242/373-7333).Where else can you get an array of items made
Bahamas-Post-Office-Philatelic-Bureau
New Providence
Here you'll find beautiful Bahamian stamps slated to become collector's items. One of the most sought-after stamps has a seashell motif. Insider's tip: If you don't want to take the trouble to go to the main office, try the smaller philatelic bureau at the Welcome Center, Festival Place, Prince George Dock, open Monday to Saturday 9am to 1pm.Here you'll find beautiful Bahamian stamps slated to become collector's
Balmain-Antiques
New Providence
This place offers a wide and varied assortment of 19th-century etchings, engravings, and maps, many of them antique and all reasonably priced. Other outlets have minor displays of these collectibles, but this outlet has the finest. Some items are 400 years old. It's usually best to discuss your interests with Mr. Ramsey, the owner, so he can direct you to the proper drawers. His specialties include The Bahamas, America during the Civil War, and Black history. He also has a collection of military historical items. The shop now features Haitian primitive art. You'll find the shop on the second floor, three doors east of Charlotte Street.This place offers a wide and varied assortment of 19th-century
Barrys-Limited
New Providence
One of Nassau's more formal and elegant clothing stores, this shop sells garments made from lamb's wool and English cashmere. Elegant sportswear (including Korean-made guayabera shirts) and blazers are sold here. Most of the clothes are for men, but women often stop in for the stylish cuff links, studs, and other accessories.One of Nassau's more formal and elegant clothing stores, this
Bonneville-Bones
New Providence
The name alone will intrigue, but it hardly describes what's inside. This is the best men's store we've found in Nassau. You can find everything here, from standard T-shirts and designer jeans to elegant casual clothing, including suits.The name alone will intrigue, but it hardly describes what's
Brass-and-Leather-Shop
New Providence
With two branches on Charlotte Street, this shop offers English brass, handbags, luggage, briefcases, attachés, and personal accessories. Shop no. 2 has handbags, belts, scarves, ties, and small leather goods from such designers as Furla, Tumi, HCL, and others. If you look and select carefully, you can find some good buys here.With two branches on Charlotte Street, this shop offers English
Coin-of-the-Realm
New Providence
This family-run shop is in a lovely building that was hewn out of solid limestone more than 200 years ago. The shop offers not only fine jewelry, but also Bahamian and British postage stamps, mint and used, and rare (and not-so-rare) Bahamian silver and gold coins. It also sells old and modern paper Bahamian currency. Bahama pennies that were minted in 1806 and 1807 are now rare and expensive items.This family-run shop is in a lovely building that was
Coles-of-Nassau
New Providence
This boutique offers the most extensive selection of designer fashions in Nassau. Women can find everything from swimwear to formal gowns, from sportswear to hosiery. Cole's also sells gift items, sterling-silver designer and costume jewelry, hats, shoes, bags, scarves, and belts.This boutique offers the most extensive selection of designer fashions
Colombian-Emeralds
New Providence
Famous around the Caribbean, this international outlet is not limited to emeralds, although its selection of that stone is the best in The Bahamas. You'll find an impressive display of diamonds, as well as other precious gems. The gold jewelry here sells for about half the price it does Stateside, and many of the gems are discounted 20% to 30%. Ask about their \"cybershopping\" program.Famous around the Caribbean, this international outlet is not limited
Fendi
New Providence
This is Nassau's only outlet for the well-crafted Italian-inspired accessories endorsed by this famous leather-goods company. With handbags, luggage, shoes, watches, wallets, and portfolios to choose from, the selection may well solve some of your gift-giving quandaries.This is Nassau's only outlet for the well-crafted Italian-inspired accessories
Gucci
New Providence
This shop, opposite Rawson Square, is the best place to buy leather goods in Nassau. The wide selection includes handbags, wallets, luggage, briefcases, gift items, scarves, ties, evening wear for men and women, umbrellas, shoes, sandals, watches, and perfume, all by Gucci of Italy.This shop, opposite Rawson Square, is the best place to
John-Bull
New Providence
The jewelry department here offers classic selections from Tiffany & Co.; cultured pearls from Mikimoto; the creations of David Yurman, Carrera y Carrera; Greek and Roman coin jewelry; and Spanish gold and silver pieces. It's the best name in the business. The store also features a wide selection of watches, cameras, perfumes, cosmetics, leather goods, and accessories. It is one of the best places in The Bahamas to buy a Gucci or Cartier watch.The jewelry department here offers classic selections from Tiffany &
Leather-Masters
New Providence
This well-known retail outlet carries an internationally known collection of leather bags, luggage, and accessories by Ted Lapidus, Lanvin, and Lancel of Paris; Etienne Aigner of Germany; and i Santi of Italy. Leather Masters also carries luggage by Piel and Travel Pro; leather wallets by Bosca; and pens, cigarette lighters, and watches by Colibri. Silk scarves, neckties, and cigar accessories are also featured.This well-known retail outlet carries an internationally known collection of
Sea-Grape-Boutique
New Providence
This is one of the genuinely fine gift shops on New Providence, with an inventory of exotic decorative items that you'll probably find fascinating. It includes jewelry crafted from fossilized coral, sometimes with sharks' teeth embedded inside, and clothing, some of it made from BatikArts.com that's well suited to the sometimes-steamy climate of The Bahamas. There's a second branch of this outfit, Sea Grape Too, in the Radisson Hotel's Mall, on Cable Beach (tel. 242/327-5113).This is one of the genuinely fine gift shops on
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