Bermuda is a self-governing British overseas territory located in the Atlantic Ocean north of the Caribbean. The island offers a unique blend of colonial history and island heritage, which has given birth to colorful local legends and rich traditions. Bermuda is Britain's oldest colony, and the English influence is apparent in Bermuda’s government, educational and legal institutions. More subtle but no less significant are the island’s Afro-influences--found in Bermuda’s cuisine, dance and music, including calypso and the rhythm of the Gombeys.
Bermuda is divided into nine parishes, with nearly all offering some tourism attractions. St. George's Parish encompasses the area around the historic town of St. George. Hamilton Parish features Crystal Caves and the Bermuda Aquarium and Zoo. Smith's Parish is home to the Spittle Pond Nature Preserve and the Devil's Hole Aquarium.
Pembroke Parish includes the capital city of Hamilton, while Paget Parish offers numerous resorts, plus Elbow Beach and the Bermuda Botanical Gardens. Vacationers will find golf, horseback riding and the island's best cliffs in Warwick Parish. Bermuda’s best beaches and the historic Gibbs Hill Lighthouse are found in Southampton Parish, while Sandys Parish features the Royal Naval Dockyard fortress and shops, Gilbert Nature Reserve and several fine beaches.
Though full-service, five-star resorts are few and far between in New Zealand, the country does have its share of intimate and upscale luxury lodges. Ranging in size from four to 25 rooms and located in some of the most beautiful settings, New Zealand’s renowned luxury lodges offer a...Read More
An Island for True Romance
Bermuda’s charming and intimate resorts offer the ideal romantic getaway
By Brian Major
Visitors to Bermuda often call it a paradise. While this sub-tropical archipelago, located in the mid-Atlantic but warmed by the Gulf Stream, may not...Read More
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Horizons and Cottages
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Horizons and Cottages is one of Bermuda’s oldest resorts, once a plantation estate sitting on a hilltop for the past three centuries. There is the main house with guest rooms, as well as 13 suites and cottages that are scattered along the resort’s 24 acre property. The resort also boasts a full-service beauty and relaxation spa, as well as a fitness center, swimming pool and nearby to several beaches.(more)
Elbow Beach
Hotel
Elbow Beach is a luxury resort with private guest cottages spread out over their 50 acres of landscaped tropical gardens and private pink sand beach. Perfect for a romantic or family getaway, Elbow Beach offers a variety of amenities such as their swimming pool, state of the art spa, fitness center, tennis courts and putting green and water sports from scuba diving to kayaking. There are six stylish and award winning restaurants and lounges onsite as well, including the Seahorse Grill and Lido rum and cigar lounge.(more)
Pink Beach Club
Hotel
The Pink Beach Club is Bermuda’s most secluded cottage colony that is spread out over 13 acres of oceanfront. The two onsite pink sand beaches are one of a kind, creating an island ambiance that is only found in Bermuda. The 94 suites all come with a private ocean view balcony where guests can enjoy the warm breezes and the complimentary English breakfast. Other amenities at the Pink Beach Club include in-room spa services, tennis and a golf course, a fitness center and water sports.(more)
Royal Palms Hotel
Hotel
Winner of the Fodor’s Choice 2008, the Royal Palms Hotel in Hamilton, Bermuda is a perfect choice to a relaxing island getaway. This small, 32 room boutique hotel offers guests an intimate, yet convenient choice, as it’s a short walk to the downtown shops and restaurants, as well as the beach. The hotel also features Ascots, an award winning onsite restaurant as well as the Cedar Bar and Lounge overlooking the freshwater pool.(more)
Pompano Beach Club
Hotel
The Pompano Beach Club is a beautiful family run resort nestled on the beaches of Bermuda’s southwest coast. All 75 of their guestrooms and suites offer ocean views as well as king size beds, cable TV and internet access. Wonderful as a honeymoon getaway or a leisurely vacation, the Pompano Beach Club offers a wide array of onsite amenities and activities including oceanfront swimming pools, tennis and golf courses, a fitness center and spa as well as water sports like scuba diving and snorkeling.(more)
Aquatic Bermuda
Attraction
Aquatic Bermuda is a glass bottom sightseeing tour and private snorkeling charter company in Hamilton, Bermuda. It is the areas smallest glass bottom boat and therefore able to get closer to the shallow coral reefs and colorful tropical fish that the largest boats can’t view. Often only allowing groups of 12 to go out at once, Aquatic Bermuda, run by Captain Tony, allows for a more personal tour that lets guest’s truly take in all of the sights. Aquatic Bermuda also rents out boats and charters private snorkeling tours.(more)
The Bermuda Craft Market
Attraction
The Bermuda Craft Market has the largest locally made selection of artisan crafts and products under one roof. Items are handmade with natural materials from Bermuda such as cedar, ceramics, glass, wool, wire and banana leaves. It’s the perfect place to pick up a souvenir or one-of-a-kind collectable. The handmade artisan items for sale include candles, decorative paintings, jewelry, gems, sculptures and dolls.(more)
The Swizzle Inn
Attraction
The Swizzle Inn is Bermuda’s oldest and most famous bar and restaurant. Established in 1932, it gets its name from Bermuda’s national drink, which is made up on a potent concoction of rum and fruit juices. Though it has expanded its patios over time, the pub area goes unchanged with its graffiti and business card covered walls and rustic furniture. The Swizzle Inn is the place to go for both locals and tourists alike who are looking to have a great time.(more)
Crystal and Fantasy Caves
Attraction
The Crystal and Fantasy Caves are spectacular natural underground caverns with turquoise lakes and sparkling rock and mineral formations from top to bottom. First opened to the public in Hamilton, Bermuda in 1907, these pristine stalactite and stalagmites were formed over 30 million years ago. The inside of these caves have been illuminated and walking planks have been installed so visitors may take in all of the serene beauty that this subterranean wonderland has to offer.(more)
Gibb’s Hill Lighthouse
Attraction
Gibb’s Hill Lighthouse in Bermuda is the world’s oldest cast iron lighthouse. Built in 1846, the lighthouse was originally lit by kerosene lamps and has been continually shining the way for ships at sea ever since. The hill in which the lighthouse stands is 245 feet above sea level and the structure itself is 117 feet tall. This makes for not only a historical and still necessary monument, but for some of the most spectacular views of the Bermuda shoreline.(more)