Travel
Travel Note
Passport Required
Please note that you must have a valid passport to travel to the Bahamas. Make sure that your passport is up to date and is no less than 6 months from expiration.
Travel Note
Bring cash!
While most major credit cards are accepted, be sure to have some cash on hand for your cab ride from the airport to the ferry dock, for the ferry, tips, and other small purchases. USD are used interchangeably with the Bahamian dollar.
Flight
Delta Airlines and American Airlines
You will be flying into Marsh Harbour (Leonard M. Thompson International Airport - MHH). Delta Airlines and American Airlines fly directly into Marsh Harbour, and we recommend booking early as these flights can fill up quickly!
Travel Note
Be sure to download WhatsApp as this will be the primary form of communication you'll use while here.
Travel Note
Getting to Hope Town
Hope Town is a quaint town accessible by boat only. Once at the airport, you will want to take the ten-minute taxi ride (they're typically waiting at the airport) to the ferry docks and a short ferry ride will take you directly to Hope Town. There are three different ferry dock drop offs once you arrive to Elbow Cay - the Lower Dock, the Post Office Dock, and the Lodge Dock. We suggest checking with your hotel or house manager to see where you should be dropped off. If you still have questions about which stop to get off at in Hope Town, your ferry driver can assist you. There are no cars in Hope Town, so once on the island, you'll want to grab your golf cart and head to wherever you are staying. Check with where you are staying and/or your golf cart company to see if you can be picked up from the ferry dock when you arrive on the island. Please note that golf carts are not allowed in the main part of Hope Town so when you go into town, you must leave your cart at the gate and walk into town. TIP! Groceries/alcohol and essential supplies are going to be less expensive at the stores in Marsh Harbour. It is recommended to ask your driver to stop at a local grocery store on Marsh Harbour to pick up essentials before getting on the ferry to Hope Town.
Travel Note
Ferry Information
You generally don't need to reserve a ferry in advance if you will be taking the ferry during a time that the ferry runs regularly (check G & L Ferry website for times). If arriving outside of the regular time frame, you may want to look into chartering one. Ferry Services: G&L Transportation www.gandlferry.com (242) 816-2628 $15 one way, $25 roundtrip Check schedule and keep times in mind.
Travel Note
Golf Cart Rentals
Hope Town is such a small community that you will get around exclusively by golf cart or walking during your time here! Golf carts can be limited so we strongly encourage securing yours ASAP. We encourage sharing/going in on a cart with friends and family if at all possible. Please note that there are NO cars or Ubers on the island, so booking a golf cart or ensuring you're able to share with someone is essential. Island Cart Rentals: https://www.islandcartrentals.com/reservations.html info@islandcartrentals.com Hope Town Cart Rentals: https://hopetowncartrental.com/reservations/ Get Away Cart Rentals: 242-475-3882 (Trish) Lowcay Cart Rentals: https://www.lowcaycartrentals.com/reservations lowcaycartrentals@outlook.com Big Hill Cart Rentals: (242) 823-9420 info@bighillcarts.com ***If renting a home on the North End, you will need to rent from a company whose carts are allowed on the North End. Please check with your cart rental company beforehand if you're staying on the North End.
Hotel
The Abaco Inn
Inn with beautiful beach views about ten minutes from the church.
Hotel
Hope Town Inn & Marina
Hope Town Inn & Marina is a short boat ride across the harbor. This is where we will be holding our welcome party Friday night. Please note that Hope Town Inn has a free boat shuttle to take guests to and from the main part of town in Hope Town (but please bring cash for tipping). If you will be staying at the Inn & Marina, please note you'll park your golf cart at the Post Office Parking Lot or Sunshine Park, then take the boat shuttle to the Inn.
Hotel
Turtle Hill Resort
2 or 3 bedroom villas centrally located.
House Or Rental
Elbow Cay Properties
Lots of rental options to choose from!
House Or Rental
VRBOs and Airbnbs
There are also plenty of VRBOs and AirBnbs available on the island.