Security and the Bahamas are basically a very safe place to spend your vacation. However, like anywhere else in the world, soil, and suspicious characters and visitors must be at the ready. Do not go away from the beaten paths and not in areas frequented by tourists, and control of funds and your valuables. Do not show your money in public places, and sometimes as a magnet for small crimes.
You can of drug dealers trying to sell marijuana and other substances in certain areas to be approached. It is important to know that despite the relaxed attitude, and this is perfectly legal, and if you get caught, you will be at the mercy of the law. Violent crimes against tourists are rare, and most of them between the gangs. It is recommended not to take an argument or fight to get away and some low-light areas such as streets and parks at night.
In general, eating in restaurants, hotels, resorts and safe, and pay special attention to the cleanliness of kitchens. The water is safe to drink, despite the visitors with digestive problems may prefer to drink bottled water in case of formation of minerals from tap water that will make you sick. Nassau and Freeport and excellent hospitals, where the quality of care equal to the United States or Western Europe. Most hospitals require immediate payment of salaries, it is advisable to travel with travel insurance to cover medical expenses. If you have only minor medical treatment, can be found in pharmacies in most cities, and can tell you, or treat your problems directly. No required vaccinations for the Bahamas, despite the fact that vaccination against hepatitis is recommended because it is advisable, up to date with vaccination against tetanus.
