by Amy Mutscher

4 Essentials in Bermuda

While it looks like a dreamy, pink sand idyll, dig a little deeper and discover the fascinating history of Bermuda, which dates to 1609 when British sailors bound for Virginia ran aground on the island. Colonists remained on Bermuda, built a church, planted tobacco and established the settlement of St. George, which is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This island paradise is a beautiful intersection of tropical bliss and historic interest. Find out what you should see and do on your trip to Bermuda.

 

1. Visit a Pink Sand Beach

Perhaps the most recognizable feature of the island is Bermuda’s iconic pink sand beaches, which were created by the smashed fragments of coral and seashells. Horseshoe Beach is one of Bermuda's best-known beaches with a distinctive U-shape expanse of powdery sand and a bay of gentle turquoise waters. You’ll find any number of amenities available to rent for your day at the beach, from chairs to towels to snorkel gear. For beach lovers, Bermuda’s picturesque beaches provide the perfect getaway to luxuriate in natural wonder and completely relax. You'll feel worlds away from reality on the unspoiled and uncrowded pink sands where you can build a rosy sandcastle for your social selfies.

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Horseshoe Beach

 


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St. Peter's Anglican Church

2. See Bermuda’s Landmarks

A stroll through St. George is like stepping back in time with its narrow, cobblestone streets. History buffs will want to visit St. George to see St. Peter’s Church, established by colonists in 1612 with an elaborate hand-carved altar, candlelit chandeliers and an 18th-century throne salvaged from a shipwreck. Don’t miss fully restored Fort St. Catherine with fantastic views from its ramparts and towers. Or, perhaps a more sensational landmark tour is a glimpse at some of the homes belonging to Bermuda’s famous modern-day residents. The Famous Homes & Hideaways Tour is a fun sightseeing activity that takes you along the shoreline to "Millionaire's Row," where you can cruise by Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas' island retreat, view Mark Twain's house and see the home where John Lennon wrote his final album.

 


 

3. Swim with Dolphins

If you’re bringing the kids along on this vacation, treat them to the experience of a lifetime! Book a dolphin encounter and give them a chance to interact with these beloved mammals. Kids as young as 6 can participate in the experience, which includes both shallow and deep-water interactions with dolphins. Onboard the boat, you'll learn about the undersea wonders, spectacular geology and playful wildlife of Bermuda’s waters from informative guides. Swimming with dolphins might turn out to be your fondest memory of the trip.

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Dolphin Encounter

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Hit the Links with an Ocean View

4. Play 18 Holes

Treat the golfers in the group to a memorable afternoon at the Belmont Hills Golf Course. This par 70 course was designed in 2002 by renowned golf course architect Algie M. Pulley Jr. and showcases Bermuda’s natural beauty. With rolling greens and panoramic views of bustling Hamilton Harbour, the course is an enjoyable challenge for players of all handicaps. Toast the winner with a Bermuda Triangle Punch, a specialty cocktail named for the infamous Bermuda Triangle, a curious phenomenon that caused aircraft and ships to disappear at sea under mysterious circumstances. The tropical drink is a blend of fruit juices and Bermuda’s own Gosling’s Black Seal Rum. Book your Bermuda cruise on Norwegian Cruise Line from convenient embarkation ports in New York or Boston.

 

Call one of our travel agents today to book your Bermuda cruise vacation.

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