Flicking out like a wisp of smoke in the North Atlantic Ocean, the Bermuda Islands entice visitors with a bounty of peachy-pink beaches and coral reefs. While the shorelines are launchpads for most things to do in Bermuda—think snorkeling, scuba diving, and beachside socials with rum swizzles—the Bermudian culture also has big appeal. Officially an Overseas Territory of the UK, Bermuda is full of traditional British influences, and colonial architecture and history are steeped in the streets of towns like Hamilton and St. George.
There are no regular car hire options in Bermuda, but public buses and ferries are good options as they link up the main attractions, are reasonably reliable, and offer a cheaper alternative to taxis. The fares are set by travel zones, and you can buy the tickets when you board with correct change. For greater freedom, you can hire a Renault Twizy (electric mini-car), scooter, or bike; just remember that in Bermuda, you drive or ride on the left.
Bermuda is bathed in sunlight for most of the year, but some visitors prefer to skip September and October when the chance of a hurricane is higher. While winter temps dip to around 60°F (16°C) at night, most of the restaurants and attractions are open year-round. Annual events include the Bermuda Triangle Challenge in January when running races take place around the island, and the Bermuda Carnival in June, which sees four days of revelry around the streets and beaches.
Horseshoe Bay is the best-known of Bermuda’s pink sand beaches, and it seldom feels too crowded. But if you want to scout out some of the lesser-seen yet lovely sandy spots, try Hidden Beach or Chaplin Bay Beach, which are both in South Shore Park. Just keep in mind that many online images of bright pink shores are likely edited; the sand grains around Bermuda are less wild-fuchsia in color and more rose-hued, created by remnants of the coral reef.
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The North Atlantic islands of Bermuda have several claims to fame: the Bermuda Triangle, Bermuda shorts, shipwrecks, pink-sand beaches, and rum, to name a few. Bermuda is also famously a British Overseas Territory; you’ll find nods to its Britishness, colonial history, and African heritage wherever you go.
...MoreApril through to early fall are the months with the warmest temperatures, but there can be hurricanes around September and October. If you want the best beach weather, visit from May through August. That said, Bermuda is sunny year-round, so there’s really no bad time to go.
...MoreThe “nicest part” of the country is a subjective idea, but many people enjoy Mount Pleasant, a neighborhood that is close to both some of the best beaches and the lively capital, Hamilton. That said, Bermuda is an archipelago shaped like a thin hook, so there’s always a beach nearby.
...MoreThere are lots of free beaches in Bermuda, but there are also private beaches that belong to different hotel resorts. Well-known public beaches include Elbow Beach, Horseshoe Bay, John Smith’s Bay, Tobacco Bay, and Warwick Long Bay. While entry is free, you’ll need to pay for parking and amenities.
...MoreEvenings here are relaxing. Kick back in a bar and enjoy Bermudan signature cocktails like the dark ‘n’ stormy, a lip-tingling treat of rum and ginger beer, or the rum swizzle, which mixes rum, pineapple juice, grenadine, and bitters. Alternatively, take a sunset cruise around Hamilton Harbor or the Great Sound.
...MoreBermudans speak English and have their own distinct accent. Americans often think they sound slightly British, while Brits often think they sound more like Americans from the East Coast. In any case, English speakers will have no problems communicating. Other languages spoken in Bermuda include Portuguese and French.
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