Bahamas tourism hits a record 6.1 million visitors in early 2026, driven by US cruisers. Here's what the boom means for your travels and investments.
Bahamas · Tourism
Key Facts
6.1 million — Total visitor arrivals in the first five months of 2026, up 14.2% from a year earlier, per Eye Witness News.
5.2 million — Sea passengers so far this year, up 15.9% from 2025, according to NCB Capital Markets.
0.9 million — Air arrivals in the same period, up just 4.8%, showing how much cruises dominate.
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