Bermuda, Bermuda

Bermuda

A country made up of small islands no larger than a few square miles each, Bermuda is a paradise. The air is both warm and cool, the ocean breezes are wonderful, and the simplicity of life here is a great difference to those in most other parts of the world. Most imagine Bermuda to be a place of no worries, beautiful beaches, sunny skies and relaxing times, and theyre absolutely right! The experience in Bermuda is like nothing else in the world.

When to go

Travel

to Bermuda any time of year and youll be pleased, in fact, go year-round! There is the busy tourist season lasting from April to October, but its just as spectacular when you feel like one of few inhabitants there, than when youre caught in buzzing crowds all over. The weather is the warmest during the summer, so if youre in the mood for a lot of swimming and aquatic activities, the waters warm, and there are plenty of events to catch your interest. The winter season on the other hand, is much quieter, and the crowds are gone. But it is far from cold. Lots of activities are possible: tennis, golf, and even exploring the islands that make up beautiful Bermuda.

Getting there and around

Bermuda is easily accessible through the US, Canada, and the UK.

Travel

ers from other reaches of the world must plan to travel to one of these three nations to get to Bermuda. There is a departure tax on all outgoing flights.

Getting around is not the same as your usual destination. There are no car rentals, and no trains, and no metro system. However, those are completely unnecessary in Bermuda. Public buses are many, as are ferries to take you from island to island (Most see Bermuda as one island, but in fact its a country made of a multitude of small islands; 22 in fact). You can also rent a moped, scooter, or bike (most rent mopeds), and taxis are also useful to get you to and from the airport and, beneficial to some, taxis drivers sometimes double as tour guides during your ride.

Where to go

During a six-week time frame, from January to February, Bermuda holds the Bermuda Festival, a spectacular event with performing arts of all kinds. And alternately, in even-numbered years during June, you can catch the Newport-Bermuda Race, a yacht race well-known throughout the world.

Hamilton, the capital of Bermuda is the nations hub and thriving commercial centre. Its not a large city, population-wise (most refer to Hamilton as a town), but theres the restlessness and activity customary for a capital. The colors of the buildings are extraordinary, you almost feel as if youre in a pastel paradise. The harbor is nice to watch while having a bite to eat, where you can see the ferries or even take a ride on one.

One of Hamiltons landmarks is the Bermuda Cathedral. Its beautiful, with its Gothic architecture, although to some it may seem somewhat out of place in such a colorful and vibrant town. You can visit the Bermuda Historical Society Museum and the Bermuda National Gallery, one home to a renowned ship, and the latter known for its beautiful displays of paintings. Fort Hamilton is a nice place to visit as well, with nice hilltop views.

South Shore Park is a beautiful place to visit, connecting some of Bermudas most wonderful beaches and coves, there is a trail that runs throughout the reserve, and allows some wonderful, picturesque views.

What used to be Bermudas capital, St George, is a charming town. Its got an obvious tinge of colonialism to it, with some colonial era buildings still standing on alleyways reminiscent of when the British occupied the island. You can visit Town Hall, built in 1782, located in Kings Square. St George is also home to the oldest building in Bermuda, the Old State House; it has somewhat of an Italian presence to it, making it a pleasant visit. Most visitors travel to St George on Wednesdays, the day Bermudians open the historical buildings and structures to the public.