The Bahamas Just Unveiled Major Wi-Fi Access Across Downtown Nassau and the Cruise Port

Whether you’re visiting downtown Nassau for the week or just stopping by on a cruise ship, you’ll find a major new addition to the Bahamian capital: a robust new wi-fi network. 

The Bahamas’ Ministry of Tourism and Aliv/Cable Bahamas have partnered on a major new Wi-Fi program the offers what officials call “extensive” Wi-Fi coverage to both the Nassau Cruise Port and surrounding areas. 

The idea is to get more visitors to share their “real-time experiences” in the city. 

The first phase gives coverage from the Nassau Cruise Port to Arawak Cay to the Sir Sidney Poitier Bridge. 

It’s part of the Smart City Program, which looks to use technology to make the country “more connected,” according to Bahamas Deputy Prime Minister and Tourism Minister Chester Cooper. 

“By leveraging cutting-edge technology, we are not only enhancing the visitor experience but also unlocking economic opportunities that were previously untapped,” said Ginger Moxey, the Bahamian Minister for Grand Baham and co-chair of The Bahamas’ Innovate242 initiative. 

It’s not just Wi-Fi, however. It’s part of a broader “smart” program that includes AI-powered video monitoring for increased security, environmental sensors to check air and noise quality and even radar-based traffic management. 

The Bahamas is also integrating its recently-completed Google Street View project along with adding cashless payment systems around the area. 

“This initiative represents a significant leap forward in how technology can enhance urban experiences for both residents and visitors by delivering seamless connectivity and innovative digital solutions,” said John Gomez, CEO of Aliv.

“Tourism is everyone’s business,” Cooper said. “This program equips our stakeholders with tools to unlock the economic potential of cruise tourism while showcasing The Bahamas as a destination that seamlessly blends tradition with innovation.”