What's New: An Online Update for Frommer's Bahamas
Gay cruises to The Bahamas continue to meet protestors from anti-gay groups, including the landing of Rosie O'Donnell's gay and lesbian cruise ship in Nassau in 2004. "If you're gay, stay away," signs greeted arrivals at the port. "Go home!" was another placard greeting. Most of these protest groups are comprised of homophobic churchgoers who want gay visitors to bid adieu.
The Bahamian government has made it clear that they do not share the sentiments of these conservatives. Members of the government have personally gone to the cruise-ship docks to welcome gay and lesbian visitors. But all things considered, whether or not to visit The Bahamas is a sticky choice to make for gay and lesbian visitors seeking a carefree vacation. "When you're on holiday," said Betty Parkinson of Miami, Florida, "you don't really want to deal with hate-mongers waving their nasty placards in your face. What fun!"
The Bahamian government has made it clear that they do not share the sentiments of these conservatives. Members of the government have personally gone to the cruise-ship docks to welcome gay and lesbian visitors. But all things considered, whether or not to visit The Bahamas is a sticky choice to make for gay and lesbian visitors seeking a carefree vacation. "When you're on holiday," said Betty Parkinson of Miami, Florida, "you don't really want to deal with hate-mongers waving their nasty placards in your face. What fun!"