Frequently Asked Questions
Q How do I get from Eleuthera to Harbour Island?
A It's quick and easy. A 10 minute cab ride from the airport to the boat dock, approximately $4 - $5 per person, then a 10 minute "water taxi" ride, approximately $4 - $5 per person. Land and water taxis are always available.
Q How do I rent a car on Eleuthera? Who provides quality land taxi service on Eleuthera?
A "Fine Threads", Taxi 52, Fredrick Neely
242-335-1556/359-7780
Q Can I preorder groceries and have them delivered?
A Yes. Contact the friendly folks at Johnson's Groceries
Free delivery! 242-333-2279
Q How about a good "local" contact for Harbour Island Bahamas bonefish and bottom fishing?
A Herman Higgs 242-333-2372/333-2453
Q What about horseback riding on the beach?
A Robert Davis 242-333-2337
Q Do I need a passport?
A Bahamas Entry Requirements. There is a $15 departure tax per person - some airlines include this in their fare.
IMPORTANT! U.S. Citizens should check the U.S. State Department's Consular Information Notes for Bahamas for current passport requirements and other important travel notes.
Q Can I use U.S. currency?
A Yes. $1 US dollar equals $1 Bahamian dollar. You can use up your Bahamian change before departure. Expect some minimal surcharges for use of credit cards and traveler's checks. Most merchants do not take Discover or AMEX.
Q Is there an ATM machine on Harbour Island?
A There is an ATM inside the Royal Bank of Canada.
Q How do I get married in the Bahamas?
A 1-888-NUPTIAL (from US & Canada) or the Ministry of Tourism at 242-322-7500.
Q Can I bring my pet?
A If it's over 6 months old. You need a permit. Details are in this PDF document: Bahamas Animal Import Requirements
Q Can I access the Internet?
A Red Apple Rentals has high speed internet access at reasonable prices.
Q What about long distance?
A Typically requires a Batelnet access card which can be purchased on the island - not exactly cheap either. Before you go on your trip, you can set up a discount calling plan or get a discount calling card and have your contact in the States call you rather than you call them. Or at least, you can call them for one minute and have them call you back.
Q Are there special electricity requirements?
A No - same as the States.
Q Medical facilities?
A There is a clinic on the island:
Harbour Island
Ministry of Health Clinic:
242-333-2227
Chris Goslin, Governor's Harbour
ambulance service (emergencies):
242-332-3178 or 242-557-7006 (cell)
For serious emergency medical service; air ambulance service. If you have a "medical condition" that warrants special treatment, do your homework in advance. There are insurance companies, such as Travel Care and Travel Guard, who sell policies for air ambulance services. Read the fine print! Check your current insurance carrier for policies on reimbursement for emergency services.
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