How We Keep the Site Free (and Our Boat Afloat!) 🚢

In accordance with FTC guidelines: BahamasHopping.com participates in affiliate marketing programs, which means we earn commissions on qualifying bookings made through our links. This affiliate relationship doesn't influence our recommendations — we suggest ferry routes and services based on our extensive personal experience (50+ ferry trips and counting!).

Here's the deal — when you click on a booking link from our site and make a purchase, the ferry operator or booking platform knows you came from us. They pay us a small thank-you commission (usually 3-8% of your booking). Think of it like a finder's fee for connecting you with the right ferry!

The best part? This doesn't cost you a penny extra! In fact, we often find exclusive deals and promo codes that actually save you money. It's literally a win-win — you get to paradise cheaper, and we can afford to keep the lights on (and maybe catch a ferry ourselves once in a while).

• You pay: The exact same price (or sometimes less with our exclusive deals)
• We earn: A small commission from the ferry company
• Everyone wins: You get reliable info, we keep the site running

We're picky about partnerships! After years of island hopping, we've learned which ferry operators deliver on their promises and which ones... well, don't. Here's what makes the cut:

• Reliable ferry operators with good safety records and on-time performance
• Trusted booking platforms that offer real customer support
• Travel insurance (because storms happen, trust us)
• Hotels and resorts we've actually stayed at or thoroughly vetted
• Car rentals on islands where you actually need them

We NEVER recommend: Sketchy operators, overpriced tourist traps, or anything we wouldn't book for our own family. If a ferry has more complaints than a DMV office, you won't find it here!

Look, we get it — nobody likes feeling like they're being "sold to." That's why we promise to always:

• Clearly mark affiliate links (you'll see booking buttons and "check prices" links)
• Give honest reviews, including the not-so-great parts
• Update our content when things change (ferry schedules are as reliable as island time)
• Respond to your questions and concerns (seriously, email us!)
• Put your travel experience first, commission second

We're real people (hi, we're the Sullivans! 👋), and we actually read our emails. If you have questions about our affiliate relationships, found a better deal somewhere, or just want to share your ferry adventure stories, we'd love to hear from you!

Email us at: hello@bahamashopping.com
Or use our: Contact Form

Thanks for supporting our little corner of the internet. Every booking helps us maintain this resource for fellow island hoppers. Now go catch that ferry! 🏝️