The Bahamas Is the Caribbean’s Hottest Spring Destination 

By: - February 22nd, 2024
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Pink Sand Beach in The Bahamas.

The Bahamas is the most popular destination in the Caribbean for spring travel, according to a new report from travel insurance company Squaremouth. 

The Bahamas was the only Caribbean destination to make the top 10 among the most popular destinations for a spring break period in 2024, joined by tourism heavyweights like Italy, Mexico, Spain and France, among others. 

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The British Colonial in Nassau.

The report was based on travel insurance purchases made through the Squaremouth platform. 

Squaremouth said travelers were also spending more on their trips this year, with an average trip cost of $7,719, an 11.2 percent increase compared to the same period last year. 

Bahamas vacations insured on the platform cost an average of $5,325, according to the company. 

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