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Caribbean island of the Bahamas
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New Providence Island is, by far, the most populated island in the Bahamas and the site of the capital Nassau.
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On the southern part of the island, they run diving and snorkeling tours, including some with sharks.
Lynden Pindling International Airport (NAS), covered in Nassau, is located on the western side of the island.
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the capital, whose sprawl takes up most of the eastern side of the island
Cable Beach is a popular tourist resort on the northern coast of New Providence, about halfway between Nassau and the airport.
Lyford Cay is a by-invitation-only private resort in the Bahamas, located on New Providence Island.
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