Today we went on a bus tour in paradise island. The driver was really nice. We got to go into Atlantis with no permission to go certain places only guests can go, but we got to eat at the restaurants there. We also made a stop at a place that flamingos just kinda run around. While we were driving along, the guide explained about the history of the Bahamas, the history of Nassau, or the history of whatever we were looking at. It was super warm outside, about 80 degrees Fahrenheit. The driver explained that
Located on New Providence Island, Nassau has a tropical climate and natural beauty of the Bahamas and that has made Nassau a popular tourist destination. Nassau grew up directly behind the port area. New Providence provides 200 km² of relatively flat and low-lying land intersected by low ridges (none of which restricted settlement). In the centre of the island there are several shallow lakes that are tidally connected.
The city's proximity to the United States (180 miles east-southeast of Miami, Florida) has contributed to its popularity as a holiday resort, especially after the banning of American travel to Cuba. The Atlantis resort on nearby Paradise Island accounts for more tourist arrivals to the city than any other hotel property. The mega-resort also employs over 6,000 Bahamians, and is the largest employer outside of government.

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