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In most of
the British West Indies, common English traditions like
afternoon tea and watching rugby are paid lip service
to, but they’re often viewed as anachronistic. Not so in
Bermuda, where taking the Queen’s name in vain is almost
as vulgar as using white vinegar on fish and chips. All
things polite British society deems proper are observed
religiously in Bermuda. Gentlemen open doors, ladies
wear hats, and it just wouldn’t do to be rude to even
the most obnoxious lad who’s downed one too many John
Courage ales at the local pub. Crumpets and china,
bangers and mash, cricket and rugby—Bermuda is one of
England’s proudest moments.
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Historic Attractions
The island has endured
a tragic past, however, with over 400 shipwrecks clinging to
reefs rimming these idyllic chain of islands. Shakespeare’s The
Tempest is actually based on the downed ship that planted the
first inhabitants on Bermuda in the 17th century. All of that naval
history is recounted in the 75-acre Naval Dockyard, a stately
fortress once known as the "Gibraltar of the West" when it protected
English interests against the upstart Americans after the War of
Independence. Within the walls bounding the cliffside promontory are
a series of historic buildings originally built to store munitions
and military men. Today, they’re linked together to form the Bermuda
Maritime Museum, plus restaurants, shops and a dolphin interaction
facility.
Anchoring the eastern
half of the island, the quaint township of St. George was recently
awarded UNESCO World Heritage Site status. Self-guided tours are a
must along the rambling streets to take in the many intimate
museums, churches and gardens.
Bermuda’s capital city
is Hamilton, a gracious and spotless community lining the waterfront
with pastel-colored British Colonial buildings housing boutiques,
pubs and museums. Overlooking everything is the Cathedral of the
Most Holy Trinity, the neo-Gothic seat of the Anglican Church in
Bermuda. Official law states that no structure on the island may
supersede the Cathedral’s height.
First-Class Fun In The
Sun
Bermuda has the
highest standard of living in the western hemisphere, and as such,
the island’s recreational options maintain a certain elite appeal.
Many of Bermuda’s beaches are distinctly pink with a talcum powder
consistency due to reddish-tinged micro-organisms living in the
reefs. Fronting these sands are a collection of recently upgraded
resorts constantly ranked among the best in the tropics. The major
hotels boast outdoor and indoor dining where the lobster comes from
Maine, the lamb is flown in from New Zealand, and the champagne is
always French.
Destination Information
Official language:
English
Government:
Parliamentary democracy
Temperature:
68-84ºF
Rainfall:
2.5-6 inches per month; no rainy season
Official currency:
Bermuda dollar (equivalent to U.S. dollar)
Entry requirements:
Passport or birth certificate with raised seal or official stamp, or
certified copy with photo ID
Departure tax:
$25
Golf:
8
Gaming: No
casinos
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