Queen's Highway, which is still referred to as the "slave route," runs the length of Great Exuma, and you can travel it in either a taxi or a rented car to take in the sights in and around George Town.
Forty-five kilometers (28 miles) north of George Town, Rolleville, named after Lord Rolle, is still inhabited by descendants of his freed slaves. It is claimed that his will left them the land. This land is not sold but is passed along from one generation to the next.
As you travel along the highway, you'll see ruins of plantations. This land is called "generation estates," and the major ones are Steventon, Mount Thompson, and Ramsey. You pass such settlements as Mosstown (which has working farms), Ramsey, the Forest, Farmer's Hill, and Roker's Point. Steventon is the last settlement before you reach Rolleville, which is the largest of the plantation estates. There are several beautiful beaches along the way, especially the ones at Tarr Bay and Jimmie Hill.
Some visitors may want to head south of George Town, passing Flamingo Bay and Pirate's Point. In the 18th century, Captain Kidd is said to have anchored at Kidd Cay. You, however, can stay at the previously recommended Regatta Point.
Flamingo Bay, the site of a hotel and villa development, begins just 1km (2/3 mile) from George Town. It's a favorite rendezvous of the yachting set and bonefishers.
