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Having a great day in this ever-popular cruise port is hardly a challenge, but losing the crowds of your fellow cruise passengers can be.
Here are seven places to add to your itinerary for an inspired day on shore, all backed up by Bahamas-based folks in the know. In each case, we've also indicated how far the attraction is from the port to help you plan your day. SEE MORE STUNNING PHOTOS OF THE CARIBBEAN Festival Place1-minute walk Unlike the touristy Straw Market, this new artisan fair inside the cruise terminal sells only "truly authentic Bahamian goods," like handwoven straw bags and conch-shell bracelets made by locals with special needs. Prince George Wharf, Call (242)323-3182, bracelet $10. Educulture Museum10-minute taxi ($6)* Dedicated to the Mardi Gras-like Junkanoo parade, this spot offers a year-round chance to see the floats and try on elaborate costumes and masks. "If you plan ahead, someone will even take you to the shacks where they build the floats." 31 West St., Ca...Many sites put together their "best" travel lists for the coming year, but few do so with such a keen eye toward savings as we do. Here at Budget Travel , it's about...
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