Why visit Bermuda?
Forget its fearsome reputation!
Bermuda is a place of refuge rather than shipwrecks. Shielded by coral reefs and bathed — for most of the year — by a balmy climate, this thin, curling cluster of Atlantic islands feels far removed from the world's troubles.
It's also unusually rich and contented. Bermuda is famous for teeming turquoise waters and pink sand beaches which get their colour from one of the sand's main components, pulverised coral and shells. Another attraction for tourists is the historic town of St. George (founded 1612) and its fortifications, which together were designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2000.
Meanwhile, with so much healthy coral around Bermuda — and more than 300 shipwrecks, scuba-diving is one of the biggest draws for active travellers.
Must see
My favourite places in Bermuda
Cooper's Island Nature Reserve
This peaceful reserve blends beach and forest, perfect for a day of hiking, swimming, picnicking, bird watching, snorkelling and turtle spotting.
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Crystal Cave & Fantasy Cave
The two caves were discovered in 1907 by two teenagers who crawled down into subterranean darkness in search of a lost cricket ball. One of the island's biggest attractions.
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Admiralty House Park
Admiralty House Park was once the site of a grand home for admirals in the British Royal Navy. Find walking trails, ruins, underground tunnels and a secluded beach ringed with limestone cliffs. Clarence Cove is a hidden gem rarely visited by tourists with a quiet beach, lagoon-like waters and jagged cliffs where you can rock climb or jump into the ocean.
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Tobacco Bay Beach Club
Bermuda's hidden gem where history meets modernity. The lagoon's unique rock formations add an element of intrigue and beauty to the landscape. The real star of the show is the pristine water, perfect for swimming, snorkeling or simply floating. The Tobacco Bay Beach Club is more than just a place to grab a bite or a drink. It's a hub of activity, offering everything you need for a relaxing day on the beach.
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Things to know before you go
Are you planning on visiting Bermuda? Or maybe you're flirting with the idea of booking an unforgettable Bermuda trip? Whether you're in the planning or inspiration phase of your travel in Bermuda, to save you from any surprises, here are some of the key things you need to know before visiting Bermuda.
Bermuda is about 25 miles/ 40km long and averages less than a mile / 1.6 km wide, coming it at just under 21 square miles / 35 square km in total. Getting from one end of the island to the other via road is approximately a 2-hour journey (via bus).
Sit back and relax, I've prepared a lot of great Bermuda tips for you along with supplementary guides to help you plan your dream Bermuda vacation! Be sure to also check out guide for where to stay in Bermuda too to help you plan your trip!
Things You Need to Know Before You Go
The Best Things to Do
Unique Things to Do
10 Must Know Facts Before Travel
Food
My favourite places to dine in Bermuda
Nonna's Kitchen
Serves freshly made, homemade and delicious food with great care for quality. From hearty soups, gluten free stews and baked goods, fresh sandwiches and eggs to the best salad bar on the Island. Nonna's Kitchen is serving the freshest produce and veggies from our local farms when available!
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4 Bermudiana Road Hamilton, Bermuda
Café 4
An award winning salad bar, grab 'n' go Sushi, home made breads, fresh sandwiches and an innovative pasta bar with fresh pasta made daily. At Café 4 you'll find friendly service and a relaxing, fun atmosphere. We offer breakfast and lunch daily. Café 4 offer vegan, dairy free, non-GMO, and gluten free menu options.
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Windsor Place, 18 Queen Street Hamilton, Bermuda
Fourways Restaurant
Steeped in history, this characterful 18th-century inn is locally renowned for its gourmet dishes. Evening offerings have international overtones, from the 12-spice tuna to Mediterranean-style rockfish and braised lamb shank. Sunday brunch comprises a mind-boggling array of hot and cold dishes.
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1 Middle Road, Paget PG 01,
Bermuda
Myths & Facts
Bermuda Triangle
DON'T BE SCARED OF THE BERMUDA TRIANGLE!
I don't know about you as a kid I remember several tv shows and stories around the mysterious "Bermuda Triangle" disappearances. When I get offer to work in Bermuda I was extremely curious about Bermuda Triangle phenomenon and question in my head if I'll ever come back from there?!? Silly… I know…! until today when someone asks me about Bermuda and mention Bermuda Triange I like to say: I am back so also you will to! Surely this was my the best 6 months work trip to paradise!
Bermuda gives its name to the Bermuda Triangle, a region of sea in which, according to legend, a number of aircraft and boats have disappeared under unexplained or mysterious circumstances. Stories are nothing more than urban legends, anyone who hasn't heard much about Bermuda since or tend to be a bit superstitious might actually believe those rumours of the mysterious Bermuda Triangle.
Combine any single one of those possible natural occurrences with one human error and you've got yourself a maritime disaster that could happen anywhere.
So why did everyone hop on the Bermuda Triangle mania? That's largely due to articles published during the mid 20th century focusing on ship and plane wrecks in the area which led to public interest and speculation of supernatural forces at work which became even more popularised in more stories and novels.
Save yourself the worry and know that you're not at any risk than anywhere else that's frequently traveled to. So enjoy visiting Bermuda with your mind at peace knowing this is not more than a conspiracy theory made popular by a series of articles written about it through the 1950s and 1960s.
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Additional
Information
What is the best months to go to Bermuda?
Bermuda enjoys a mild and subtropical climate, with relatively consistent temperatures throughout the year.
May to October is high season and the best time for a beach vacation, temperature ranging from 24°C to 30°C / 75°F to 85°F Bermuda's spring months quickly heat up both the air and ocean temperatures, heralding the arrival of the warm summer. While Winter From December to March sees cooler temperatures ranging from 16°C to 21°C / 60°F to 70°F.
The island experienced occasional rain showers and is susceptible to tropical storms and hurricanes, primarily during the late summer and early fall.
Overall Bermuda climate is ideal for outdoor activities and beach relaxation throughout much of the year.
Michael Douglas & Catherine Zeta-Jones
If you lucky enough you may see Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas. The Hollywood couple has been frequenting the island for decades, and Douglas's family has a long history there dating back to the 1600s.
Michael Douglas gives a personal tour of Bermuda
Shop
The Best Souvenirs from Bermuda
Alexandra Mosher Studio Jewellery
Located on the chic west end of Front Street in Hamilton. The shelves at Alexandra's Flagship Store are bursting with original jewellery unlike anything you've seen before. Jewellery designs inspired by flora and fauna found throughout the island. She incorporates the well-known pink sand into many of her pieces, which makes for beautiful, intricate jewellery, perfect for any occasion.
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5 Front Street, Hamilton, Bermuda
Bermuda Shorts from The English Sports Shop
Have you ever heard of Bermuda shorts? These are the local attire and shorts that usually have a length about one inch above the knee. This was an adaptation of British influence and appropriate dress attire for warm weather climate accompanied usually by tall socks.You'll spot men wearing this around Bermuda. Since 1918 The English Sports Shop has been the home of the original Bermuda shorts!
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49 Front St, Hamilton, Bermuda
Gosling Bros Ltd, Wine & Spirit Merchants
Dark 'n Stormy® the national drink of Bermuda. Cocktail had its origins in a Bermuda ginger beer factory. They soon discovered that a splash of the local Goslings Black Seal Rum was just what the ginger beer was missing. The name originated when an old fisherman, observed that the drink was the “color of a cloud only a fool or dead man would sail under – Barman, I'll have another Dark 'n Stormy!”.
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33 Front St, Hamilton, Bermuda