Summary: Located in the Atlantic east of North Carolina, Bermuda is mostly low hills on an island that is only 24 miles long, and around 1 mile wide, with no rivers or lakes. From its early days of being settled in 1609 by shipwreck survivors, Bermuda has long been a tourist destination away from the Caribbean with which it is usually grouped, adding international finance and investment to build to a strong economy.
Capital: Hamilton
Time Zone: DST -0300 UTC
Transportation: Drivers take the left side of the road, opposite to mainland North America, and mopeds are frequently used by tourists to self-navigate around the island. Cruise ships often use Hamilton or Saint George as a port of call, and international flights are frequent.
Population: 66,536
Languages: English, Portuguese
Power: 120 V, 60 Hz
Currency: Bermudian dollar - Currently 1 BMD = 1.0000 USD $
Climate: Bermuda has a subtropical climate that is mild, humid, with strong winds that are relatively common in the winter. It has never snowed on record here. - Currently 72º, Light Rain
Destinations
Hamilton: Hamilton is defined by Front Street, one side of which is dedicated to the cruise ships that dock there, and the other to pastel colored storefronts with white-washed roofs. Bring good shoes, because these streets are very walkable, from the courtyard outside the Royal Bermuda Yacht Club, with classic pictures of Queen Elizabeth II's visits, to the courtyard outside of city hall, as well as the restaurants and shops behind the main strip. Beaches: Bermuda's beaches are pink, made from the fish that eat away at the large coral reefs that surround most of the island. Elbow Beach, Long Beach and Horseshoe Beach are among the island's finest and are all fairly close to town. Not too far from Horseshoe Beach is Gibb's Hill Lighthouse, which dates back to 1846 and offers a spectacular view of the entire island, as well as some nice tourist kitch in the shop at its base. |
 Saint George: The far eastern part of the island, about 30 minutes by moped from Hamilton, St. George was the original capital of Bermuda and dates back as a settlement to 1610. Its cobblestone alleys between shops and restaurants, the waterfront area by King's Square, and the Bermuda National Trust Museum are worth walking around for a few hours to enjoy. See Saint Peter's Church if you can, as it dates back to 1612 and has old iron candle-lit chandeliers. |
 The Dockyard: Located on the far western tip of the island, about a 45 minute moped ride from Hamilton, the Dockyard is an old naval stockade that has been turned into a great place for tourists. You can catch a movie, watch a dolphin show, stroll through the museum and its surrounding park, and take pictures of the great scenery. If you're hungry, try the Frog and Onion Pub - it has the best hamburger anywhere.Tips |
Friendly Folks: Bermudians are generally outgoing and friendly. They toot their horns to say hello and aren't afraid to wave back or say hello to another friendly face.
When To Visit: May to October are the more expensive high tourism months, so visiting in April can save you some money.
Food: Bermuda's fresh fish are high quality and cooked in many international styles. Some of the best include the chowder, with peppers and black rum, and the grilled wahoo, cooked with butter, bananas, lemon and almonds. Try a Rum Swizzel at the Swizzel Inn, any hamburger at the Frog and Onion, and the food at Portofino's.
Phrases: Tourists are called Touries by the locals.
Tipping: A service charge may have been included in your bill, otherwise, standard tipping rules of 10% - 15% are applicable.
Food: Bermuda's fresh fish are high quality and cooked in many international styles. Some of the best include the chowder, with peppers and black rum, and the grilled wahoo, cooked with butter, bananas, lemon and almonds. Try a Rum Swizzel at the Swizzel Inn, any hamburger at the Frog and Onion, and the food at Portofino's.
Phrases: Tourists are called Touries by the locals.
Tipping: A service charge may have been included in your bill, otherwise, standard tipping rules of 10% - 15% are applicable.
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