The majority of Bimini's population resides on North Bimini as does the island(s) center of commerce. The North Island is just 7 miles long and in many places, less than 700 feet wide. Less than half of that distance actually populated.
South Bimini is also home to a modern condominium complex, numerous vacation homes, and, a couple of popular restaurants and night spots. Bimini is the closest Bahamian Island to the mainland of the United States, sitting only 48 miles due east of Miami. Despite Bimini's proximity to Florida, the island's laid back way of life is more in line with a much more remote destination. Currency on Bimini (in the Bahamas) is the Bahamian dollar, which converts at an even rate (1-to-1) to US dollars and US dollars are accepted everywhere. The number of business' accepting credit cards is growing day by day. However, many of the smaller shops and merchants still only accept cash. The use of Traveler's Checks often requires a service fee. Bimini (along with the rest of the Bahamas) is located in the Sub-Tropical Atlantic Ocean. The weather however is very much like the rest of the Caribbean region. Don't forget sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat or ball cap. During the winter months a light jacket or sweatshirt is advisable for the occasional cool evening. Dress is very casual. Shorts, T-Shirts, and sandals/sneakers will suffice anywhere you'd like to go. Bimini, like most islands, occasionally operates on "island time". Nothing is hurried or rushed, and there is a laid-back quality to life that will allow you to completely relax. The rule of the day is to have fun! |
South Bimini on the other hand, is a much larger land mass but is more sparsely populated. South Bimini is where the islands airstrip/airport is located and is a port-of-entry for the Bahamas. 