By The Adventures of Ed & Serenity

⚓ Quick Facts

Country: The Bahamas 🇧🇸

Island Group: Westernmost district of the Bahamas

Distance from Florida: ~50 miles east of Miami (the closest Bahamian island to the U.S.)

Port: Resorts World Bimini Cruise Port (on North Bimini)

Tender or Pier: Dedicated pier (no tendering required 🚢)

Currency: Bahamian Dollar (B$), equal to USD — U.S. dollars widely accepted 💵

Language: English

Time Zone: Eastern Standard Time (same as Florida)

Typical Visit Duration: 6–8 hours for cruise passengers

🌊 About Bimini

Bimini is a small chain of islands known for its crystal-clear turquoise waters, white-sand beaches, and relaxed island vibes. Once a favorite escape for Ernest Hemingway, Bimini is now a popular cruise destination that blends natural beauty, Bahamian charm, and a touch of modern luxury thanks to Resorts World Bimini.

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🏖️ Top Things to Do in Bimini

🐠 1. Explore Resorts World Bimini

Right at the cruise port, this luxury resort complex features:

Pools and private beaches 🏊‍♂️

Beach chairs, cabanas, and a swim-up bar 🍹

Restaurants and bars with ocean views

Access (for a fee) to the resort’s amenities


💡 Tip: Many cruisers spend their entire day here—it’s that nice!

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🚲 2. Rent a Golf Cart

The best way to explore the island!

Rentals are available just outside the port gates

Expect around $60–$80 per day

Drive around North and South Bimini, cross the bridge, and stop at local spots 🌴

🏝️ 3. Visit Radio Beach

The island’s main public beach

Lined with beach bars, food shacks, and local vendors

Free access, about 5–10 minutes from the port by golf cart

Perfect for swimming and relaxing in clear, shallow water


🍤 Try a conch salad or a Kalik beer from one of the beach huts — you’ll thank us later!


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🌅 4. Gallant Lady Shipwreck

Rusty remains of a 1960s shipwreck sitting in shallow water

Great photo spot and easy to find near the southern end of North Bimini

Best reached by golf cart

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🐬 5. Snorkeling & Excursions

Book through your cruise line or local tour operators for:

Sapona Shipwreck Snorkel – Half-sunken concrete ship off South Bimini

Dolphin encounters 🐬

Reef snorkeling and diving trips

Fishing charters – Bimini is known as the “Big Game Fishing Capital of the World” 🎣

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🧭 6. Bimini Museum

Located in Alice Town

Learn about the island’s history, Ernest Hemingway’s time here, and local legends

Small but worth a stop for culture lovers

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🍹 Food & Drinks to Try

Conch Salad (fresh and zesty, made island-style)

Cracked Conch (fried and crispy)

Bimini Bread (sweet, fluffy, and addictive 🍞)

Goombay Smash or Bahama Mama cocktails 🍸

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🛍️ Shopping

Small local markets and shops near Alice Town sell:

Handmade jewelry

Straw crafts

Local rum and hot sauce

Bimini Bread (take one back to the ship!)

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💡 Cruiser Tips

✅ Bring water shoes — coral and rocks can be sharp
✅ Sunscreen is essential ☀️
✅ U.S. cell carriers often work, but check roaming fees
✅ Golf carts sell out fast — rent early!
✅ Credit cards accepted in most tourist areas, but small bills are handy for local vendors

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📍 Sample Day Plan

Morning: Arrive and head to Resorts World for a swim or beach time
Midday: Rent a golf cart, explore Radio Beach & the Gallant Lady shipwreck
Afternoon: Stop for conch salad and a drink in Alice Town
Evening: Return to the port and enjoy views before sailing away 🌅

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💬 Fun Fact

Bimini is rumored to be the location of the Lost City of Atlantis! 🐚 Some divers even claim to have seen “The Bimini Road” — underwater rock formations that fuel the legend.