Nassau's most venerated nightspot has been in operation for close to 30 years. The secret to their success is probably the variety. There are several distinct spaces, including a sports bar, disco and a patio bar. Music varies, from lite rock to reggae to European electronica, with the occasional live performance thrown in for good measure. The end result is a diverse crowd of locals and tourists, college age singles and 40-something married couples. You're sure to fit in ­ and have a great time!

As the only beachfront nightspot in Nassau, Cocktails and Dreams always has a hip scene. The music varies from night to night ­ rock, calypso, reggae, old R&B ­ but everyone dances no matter what the tunes are. Bars are located inside and on the beach, making drink replenishment an easy task, and there's a menu of simple but tasty pub grub should you like a little food to accompany your cocktail. Pool and darts are inside, too, and the place has good drink specials, particularly on Wednesday nights.

Atlantis' casino nightclub is announced by the huge dragon statues at its entrance. Escape from the buzz of the gaming floor to the thump of the dance floor! Bands and DJs provide the tunes, and the bars serve a great variety of tropical cocktails and beer. All you need to supply is the energy and the moves! Cover charge waived for Atlantis guests.

Fluid Lounge is THE trendy club in downtown Nassau. Most of the activity is on the main dance floor, where a youngish crowd shimmies and shakes to top 40, Latin and Island tunes. Two full service bars and a beer bar provide thirst quenchers. Perched above it all is the upscale VIP lounge, where the decibels are a little lower, the vibe is a little more exclusive, and the prices are a lot higher. Tables are available here by reservation with bottle service only. Expect to pay about $140 and up for the liquor and the privilege, although mixers are included.

The largest and probably the wildest nightspot on the island, Zoo Club sprawls over two floors of a converted warehouse and boasts five themed bars and a casual eatery. The sports bar space has pool tables and big-screen TVs, making it popular with jocks and sports fans, but otherwise the vibe here is youthful and high-energy, even more so during spring break. The under-30 demographic comes here to dance, drink, meet and mingle, then dance and drink some more! The café serves mostly sandwiches and burgers ­ familiar and reasonably priced.