BERMUDA

Think Bermuda and pictures of palm-lined, sun kissed beaches washed over by frothy waves of the Caribbean Sea…no, not the Caribbean Sea. Though most people place Bermuda somewhere in the Caribbean Sea, in reality it lies somewhere in the Western Atlantic Ocean. But fear not, the palm shaded beaches and warm blue waters are here all right. 

 The distinctive Bermudan allure is hard to place – the legacy of the British colonial rule is evident as are the traces of American culture. Don’t be surprised if you see business men dressed in squeaky clean shirts toped with jackets and ties, contrasting with the typical Bermuda shorts. 

 There’s enough to do on these tiny, islands, barely 21 square miles in land area – admiring the unique marine life and bird life, tapping to the omnipresent music, savoring the delectable dishes and acquiring that gorgeous bronze tan. Bustling, beautiful, bizarre…that’s Bermuda for you. Capital: Hamilton Best time to Visit: 1.Peak tourist season is April through October when the warm weather and numerous events make Bermuda an attractive holiday destination. The island is alive with activity during this season as the islanders wake up to receive their tourist. 2.The winter season is cool but not unbearable though swimming would be a chilling experience. Minimum Days required: 3 days Places of Interest: 1.Horseshoe Bay 2.Gibbs Hill Lighthouse 3.Bermuda Botanical Gardens 4.Hamilton 5.Bermuda Aquarium, Natural History Museum & Zoo Climate: 1.Bermuda barely experiences any climatic changes through the year. The average annual high is 75°F (23°C), and the average annual low is 68°F (20°C). 2.Its climate is tempered by the warm Gulf that flows near the island. 3.The temperature falls a few degrees in the so-called winter season (mid November to April). 4.July through September is the warmest period. There is no distinctive rainy season. Humidity is high through the year. Currency: Bermudian Dollar (BMD) Things to carry: 1.Pack light cotton clothes and sandals if visiting in the summer. 2.Swimsuit, sunscreen lotion, a hat and sunglasses. 3.A light jacket will come in handy in the winter. How to get there: Air 1.Bermuda International Airport is the main airport. There are daily flights from Atlanta, Baltimore, Boston, Charlotte, Newark, New York, Philadelphia, Toronto and Washington, together with less frequent flights from other US and Canadian cities. British Airways fly from London (Gatwick) to Bermuda.