Location - The largest of the 365 Exuma Islands, Great Exuma is located on the Tropic of Cancer, 130 miles Southeast of Nassau.

Time Zone - GMT-5 hours, Eastern Time

Average Temperature - 78°F (26°C) year-round

Population - The Exumas have only 3,400 residents, of which 2,500 reside on Great Exuma. Most of the islands are uninhabited.

Major Industries - Banking, Tourism, Farming, Fishing

Language - English

Currency - The Bahamian Dollar, historically tied to the U.S. Dollar

Electrical - 110 to 120 volts. Adapters are available.

Normal Working Hours - Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Normal Shop Hours - Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.