5 souvenirs you should get back home from the Bahamas
Besides its stunning islands and idyllic beaches, the Bahamas has a bustling shopping scene that makes it an absolute paradise for shopaholics. From items that boast its vibrant culture to those that speak volumes about its traditions, there's something for everyone as souvenirs to take back home. With that in mind, don't forget to add these products to your shopping list.
Junkanoo art
If there's one souvenir that is the closest to the Bahamas' culture, it has to be Junkanoo art. Junkanoo is an annual street parade that features people dressed in colorful costumes, fancy headdresses, and quirky masks. Adorable miniatures of this, which are quite popular, can be scored from any gift shop throughout the year. You can also grab Junakoo-themed paintings, jewelry, and ornaments.
Conch shell jewelry
While conch's flesh is a delicious food item, its shell is often used to create jewelry pieces. Its beautiful pale pink shell is polished and crafted into bracelets, earrings, and necklaces that are available in a variety of designs, colors, and budgets. The pink conch pearl jewelry is among the most coveted in the Bahamas, so don't mind splurging on it.
Batik
Batik is a signature fabric in the Bahamas that is used to make some beautiful garbs, table linens, and accessories. It features a pattern that is completed by seahorses, hibiscus flowers, and corals, giving you the perfect islander feels. Shop for some pieces on the island of Andros, which has been garnering attention for more than 40 years for its homemade batik items.
Flavored rum
Flavored rums from the Bahamas can instantly take you back to this island destination, one sip at a time. Available in a multitude of flavors including pineapple and coconut, this invigorating concoction is best to savor at a beach shack. You must consider buying a batch for your home as well. It is also used to make decadent rum cakes, so do sample them.
Homemade jams and jellies
Want to take back the taste of the Bahamas with you? Consider yourself sorted! Pineapple jams and guava jellies are quite popular confectionaries in the Bahamas that you can use as spreads on bread, pancakes, or bagel. They are available at every nook and corner of the supermarkets in Nassau, so there's no reason for you to miss out on them.
