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Christmas Carnival in Bahamas

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December in Bahamas is carnival time, the Junkanoo parade is organized on Christmas eve and is a great favourite with the locals

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Christmas Carnival in Bahamas

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Christmas in Bahamas is all about fetes, carnivals and public functionsPeople from all walks of life come together and celebrateThe entire atmosphere exudes an infectious festive spirit

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Local Traditions: Typical Caribbean flavour

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Lights, wreaths, hollys and misletoes are of course an integral part of a Caribbean Christmas.

People visit family and friends, exchange presents and host lavish dinners

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Besides, large scale community functions and colourful carnivals brighten up the entire island.

Carol singing competitions, beach parties and cruise parties are common

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Junkanoo Parade

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oThe annual event is organised on Christmas Eve in Bahamas.

oThe streets come alive with live bands, and dancers in traditional costumes

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Christmas Cruises

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Liners organize special Christmas Cruises in winter.

Yachts are decorated and well lit and offer all form of entertainment to the discerning tourist.

Open deck candle light dinners, music and dance, games and fun activities are just a few things tourists enjoy onboard

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The parade goes on up to the wee hours of Christmas and attracts crowds from across the world.

Participants prepare all year round and compete for large sums of prize money