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FREEShopping, sightseeing, dining, culture FREE

FEBRUARY 2014

It’s showtime!Celebrate our

performing arts festival

DISCOVER THE UNIVERSAL FRAGRANCE

F R E S H , C R I S P , C I T R U S B E A U T Y

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n Artsfestival 5 & 8overview 12–13local products 33–35shows 47

n Businessour economic ‘miracle’ 18–19

n EventsBermuda Festival of the Performing Arts 5&8 calendar 42-47

n Food & drinkbest places to eat 36-39

n NatureNational Parks 10–11our harmless critters 14

n PeopleMinister’s welcome 4

n Practicalitieshealth, customs etc 23-25

n Religion our abundant churches 16–17

n Shoppingflex the plastic 26-35

n Sightseeingtours 20–21

n Sports & activitiesgolf, tennis, etc 22

n Transportationairlines 23 buses 23 ferries 24 taxis 25

n Weatherwhat to expect 25

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welcome to bermuda

ON BEHALF OF the Government and the people of Bermuda, welcome to

our island home.

Known around the world for our beautiful beaches, stunning turquoise

water, world-class golf and warm, friendly people, Bermuda has been a

favourite vacation destination for generations of travellers.

Let us show you that Bermuda is so much more. We invite you to enjoy

unexpected treasures, such as boutique shopping, island-inspired cuisine,

vibrant arts and cultural activities and our rich history. During your stay,

I hope you have an opportunity to explore some of our finest features,

such as the 17th century Town of St. George, a UNESCO World Heritage

Site, the City of Hamilton and the Royal Naval Dockyard.

However you choose to enjoy your Bermuda vacation, I am certain you

will have a memorable experience.

Once again, welcome and I hope you have a wonderful stay. We look

forward to welcoming you back to our shores very soon.

Sincerely,The Hon. Shawn G. Crockwell JP, MP Minister of Tourism Development and Transport

By SARAH LAGAN | Big names in

the entertainment world past and

present feature prominently in the

Bermuda Festival of the Performing

Arts. Highlights include a Eugene

O’Neill play, a celebration of Harold

Pinter directed by John Malkovich

and starring Julian Sands — and a

renowned Beatles tribute band.

Here’s the full February line-up:

LONG DAY’S JOURNEY INTO NIGHT A PLAY BY EUGENE O’NEILLFeb 2 Nobel Prize-winning playwright Eugene O’Neill’s Pulitzer Prize-winning masterpiece is directed by Bermudian Timothy Triming-

ham Lee with a British and American cast. Earl Cameron Theatre, 2.30pm.

ORGAN FESTIVAL 2JOHN SCOTT Feb 7John Scott, celebrated Organist and Direc-tor of Music at St. Thomas’ Church, Fifth Avenue, New York and former Organist and Director of Music of St Paul’s Cathedral, London will perform the second recital in the series. St John’s Church, Pembroke, 8pm.

THE SNAIL AND THE WHALEFeb 8 & 9The hit musical adaptation of the award-winning picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler performed by Tall Sto-ries. Lots of laughs, in a show for everyone aged 4 and up. Earl Cameron Theatre. Feb 8, 2.30pm & 4.30pm. Feb 9, 2.30pm.

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BORROMEO STRING QUARTETFeb 11The Borromeo has replaced sheet music with laptop computers. The scores will be projected on a screen as they perform, enhancing the audience experience. Earl Cameron Theatre, 8pm

ORGAN FESTIVAL 3INVERSION Feb 12Organist Robert Smith (known to locals as a member of Voces8) pairs up with flautist Ruth Stockdale, demonstrating the delight-ful combination of flute and organ. Earl Cameron Theatre, 8pm

NOCHE FLAMENCA WITH SOLEDAD BARRIOFeb 14 & 15Hailed by critics for its transcendent and deeply emotional performances, Noche Flamenca is one of today’s most authentic flamenco touring companies: dance, song, and music — the very heart and soul of flamenco. Earl Cameron Theatre, 8pm.

A CELEBRATION OF HAROLD PINTERPERFORMED BY JULIAN SANDSFeb 18Directed by John Malkovich, his co-star in

the acclaimed film The Killing Fields, actor Julian Sands paints a vivid picture of the life of Nobel Prize-winning British play-wright Harold Pinter in this one-man show. Earl Cameron Theatre, 8pm.

ORGAN FESTIVAL 4FOUR HANDS FOUR FEETFeb 19Fresh from their recital in New York, organ duo Max Kenworthy and Nicholas Grigsby perform a programme of well-known and popular works, on the organ at St.Paul’s Paget. 8pm.

BERMUDA JAZZFeb 22The broad depth of Bermuda’s talent is celebrated in tonight’s concert featuring Tony Bari and Friends. Tony will be joined by musicians Ronnie Lopes, Stan Gilbert, Conrad Roach, Earl Leader, Denton Leader, Denis Francis, Derek Simmons, Jade Minors and vocalists Gita Blakeney Saltus and Sheila Smith. Earl Cameron Theatre, 8pm.

ONYX BRASSFeb 25Onyx Brass is a leading light in establishing the brass quintet as a medium for serious chamber music. Renowned for being ut-terly accessible to audiences, their lively programmes are presented in an entertain-ing and articulate fashion and will include a short appearance by local workshop partici-pants. Earl Cameron Theatre, 8pm.

THE COMPLETE TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLESFeb 28 & March 1Grab a Ticket To Ride on a colourful journey back in time, in this Complete Tribute to the Beatles, as the musicians of American English capture the essence of John, Paul, George and Ringo. Fairmount Southamp-ton, 8.30pm.

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Local talent: Just some of the members of Bermuda Jazz, who perform on Feb 22.

MONDAYVISITOR GOLF TOURNAMENT *Port Royal Golf Course, Southampton

CITY OF HAMILTON GUIDED WALKING TOUR 10:00 a.m.

SESSIONS HOUSE TOUR City of Hamilton 11:00 a.m.

SKIRLING CEREMONY Fort Hamilton, City of Hamilton 12 noon

BERMUDA COOKERY DEMONSTRATION Fort Hamilton, City of Hamilton 1:00 – 2:30 p.m.

TUESDAYBOTANICAL GARDENS TOUR Paget10:30 a.m. Berry Hill entrance 12 noon Visit ‘Camden’

SOUTH SHORE ECO WALKING TOUR Warwick Long Bay, South Road, Warwick10:30 a.m. – 12:00 noon

BERMUDA GOMBEY REVUE City Hall & Arts Centre, City of Hamilton 4:00 p.m. On the lawn in front of City Hall

W EDNESDAYVISITOR GOLF TOURNAMENT *Ocean View Golf Course, Devonshire

FORT ST. CATHERINE*Coot Pond Road, St. George’s9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. ~ Reduced admission on Wednesdays

THE BERMUDA INSTITUTE OF OCEAN SCIENCES TOUR Ferry Road, St. George’s10:00 a.m.

HISTORICAL HOUSE TOURS * ‘Verdmont’ 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. ‘The Globe Hotel’ 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.‘Tucker House’ 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

HISTORICAL RE-ENACTMENT & TOUR IN THE UNESCO TOWN OF ST. GEORGE 10:30 a.m. Guided tour 11:45 a.m. Mayor greets visitors12 noon Ducking of the ‘town gossip’

BOTANICAL GARDENS TOUR Paget10:30 a.m. Berry Hill entrance

THURSDAYVISITOR GOLF TOURNAMENT *Port Royal Golf Course, Southampton

SOMERSET BOAT TOUR & SLIDE SHOWMangrove Bay, Somerset 10:00 a.m.

BERMUDA NATIONAL GALLERY TOURSCity Hall & Arts Centre, City of Hamilton10:30 a.m.

CHIT CHAT*Dolphin Quest, Royal Naval Dockyard12:00 noon

HANDS ON CRAFTBermuda Craft Market, Royal Naval Dockyard 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.

DISCOVERING THE ROYAL NAVAL DOCKYARD 2:00 – 3:15 p.m. Meet in front of Cooperage3:20 – 4:00 p.m. Meet in Victualling Yard

FRIDAYHISTORICAL HOUSE TOUR *‘Verdmont’, Smith’s 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

BOTANICAL GARDENS TOUR Paget10:30 a.m. Berry Hill entrance 12 noon Visit ‘Camden’

TOM MOORE’S JUNGLE ECO TOUR Blue Hole Hill Park, Hamilton Parish2:00 – 3:30 p.m.

SATUR DAYTHE CITY MARKET Bulls Head Car Park, City of Hamilton 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon

HISTORICAL HOUSE TOURS * ‘The Globe Hotel’ 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.‘Tucker House’ 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

HISTORICAL RE-ENACTMENT & TOUR IN THE UNESCO TOWN OF ST. GEORGE 10:30 a.m. Guided tour 11:45 a.m. Mayor greets visitors12 noon Ducking of the ‘town gossip’

DOLPHIN SHOW*Dolphin Quest, Royal Naval Dockyard1:00 p.m.

SU NDAYROYAL NAVAL DOCKYARD TOUR 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Meet at the Anchor Fountain

DOLPHIN DEMONSTRATION*Dolphin Quest, Royal Naval Dockyard1:00 p.m.

HANDS ON CRAFTBermuda Craft Market, Royal Naval Dockyard 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.

TASTE OF BERMUDA CALYPSO SUNDAYSBermuda Craft Market, Royal Naval Dockyard 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.

A WALK ON THE RAILWAY TRAIL TO THE HERBAL GARDENSPaget 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

DAILYBERMUDA AQUARIUM, MUSEUM & ZOO*North Shore Road, Hamilton Parish

BERMUDA NATIONAL GALLERYCity Hall & Arts Centre, City of Hamilton

DOCKYARD GLASSWORKS & THE BERMUDA RUM CAKE COMPANYRoyal Naval Dockyard

FORT ST. CATHERINE & MUSEUM*Coot Pond Road, St. George’sSee Wednesday for reduced admission day

MASTERWORKS MUSEUM OF BERMUDA ARTBotanical Gardens, Paget

TALKING ABOUT BERMUDAA free lecture series featuring a variety of topics, each one held in a cultural venue and on weekdays during November 1, 2013 - March 31, 2014. All lectures are held from 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Full schedule included in the Bermuda Rendezvous Activities brochure.

RESOURCES FOR ENQUIRIES:• Dept of Community & Cultural Affairs, 292-1681• Department of Tourism, 292-0023• www.GoToBermuda.com

NOTE: Some activities are weather dependent and may not be available on public holidays. Refer to the brochure for full details.

* Indicates a fee or admission is required.

Information correct at press time, October 2013 and is subject to change without notice.

November 1, 2013 until March 31, 2014 While visiting Bermuda, experience our wonderful culture through our daily Rendezvous Activities. Most activities listed are FREE, unless otherwise indicated. See the Rendezvous

Activities brochure for full details of all activities, and prices where applicable.

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events n Met Opera in HDFeb 1Irreverent and the zany — Shostakovich’s The Nose at Tradewinds Auditorium, Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute. 5pm. Tickets $35/$30 students, from www.gands.bm, ptix.com or on the door. Cash bar and complimentary hors d’oeuvres. E-mail [email protected]. www.gands.bm

n Restaurant WeekFebruary 1 to 13Fabulous special offers on three-course dinner menus at numerous restaurants around the island, from $29-49. Tel. 292-0023 See www.bermudasun.bm or www.gotobermuda.com for listings.

n Deep Bay Music FestivalFeb 2See Bermuda’s musical greats, old and new, including The Giant Steps Band. Pembroke Community Club, 5 North Shore, Pem-broke. 4pm to 6:30pm. Tickets $50 from Music Box, Reid St, Hamilton.

n Bermuda Festival of the Performing ArtsFeb 2-28World-class performances by international artists. Various venues. See pages 5 & 8.

Performing arts festival this month’s big event

Compiled by Sarah Lagan. Listings are subject to change. For the latest, contact the numbers provided/websites or visit www.bermuda.com. To submit a listing, e-mail slagan@ bermudasun.bm or call Sarah on 278-1865.

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A Complete Tribute to the Beatles will rock the Fairmont Southampton on February 28.

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what’s onOur first performing arts festival: 1976

Tickets $55-70, $25 students, at www.bdatix.bm. www.bermudafestival.org

n Chewstick Neo-Griot LoungeFeb 2, 9, 16, 23Open-mic jam session with Bermuda’s best musical and spoken word talent. 8pm-1am. Free before 9pm, $10 after. Chewstick Neo-Griot Lounge & Café, corner of Court and Elliott Streets, Hamilton. Tel. 292-2439. http://chewstick.org

n Film nightFeb 6The Department of Community and Cultural Affairs presents The Enterprise, an excerpt from The Lion and the Mouse, and Catch A Fire, two films on heritage and conserva-tion. Free. 6-7pm. Youth Library Audito-rium, Hamilton. Tel. 292-1681.

n Legend – Bob Marley Tribute ConcertFeb 8The Voice of Holland finalist Mitchell Brun-

ings headlines this tribute to Bob Marley with local musicians and DJs. BAA Gymna-sium, Pembroke, 9pm. Tickets $25 in ad-vance or $40 on the door. Available from Kit n Caboodle, Fish n Tings, People’s Pharmacy, Jamaican Grill, Caribbean Food Market, Somer Supermarket and Belvin’s in Happy Valley and Devonshire.

n Opera in HDFeb 22Puccini’s La Tosca at the Bermuda Under-water Exploration Institute. 8:30pm. Cash bar. Tickets $30 from www.ptix.bm

n Show jumpingFeb 22-23BEF Hunter & Equitation Show takes place at the National Equestrian Centre, Vesey Street, Devonshire. Visit www.bef.bm for details.

n City MarketSaturdaysFresh produce, flowers, baked goods, crafts


what’s on Every golf course here is a links course

and handmade gifts. 8am-1pm. Free. Pier Six terminal, Front Street, Hamilton. Tel. 292-1234.

n GolfMondays and ThursdaysBi-weekly visitors’ golf tournament at Port Royal Golf Course, Southampton. $110 per person including cart (18 holes). Prizes. 8:30am-12noon. Book at 234-0974.WednesdaysOcean View Golf Course, Devonshire, hosts a weekly tournament with prizes. $50 for 18 holes, including cart. Book at 295-9093.

n Afternoon High TeaWednesdays and SaturdaysSweet P hosts afternoon tea featuring local produce at The Bermuda Perfumery, Stewart Hall, 5 Queen Street, St George’s. 1-5pm, $28. For reservations call 705-2390 or e-mail [email protected]

tours n Walking Club of BermudaSundaysFeb 2: Spanish Point Park, Pembroke Feb 9: Heron Bay Marketplace, Middle Road, Warwick (Camp Hill to Trails, to Ord Road and back via Burnt House Hill) Feb 16: Collector’s Hill, Smith’s (behind Apothocary) Feb 23: Arboretum, Montpelier Rd, Dev-onshireAll walks free, average distance six miles. Meet at 7am. Tel. 737-0437. www.walk.free.bm n HamiltonMondaysDiscover historic points of interest. Ends at Fort Hamilton with a Skirling Ceremony by the Bermuda Islands Pipe Band. Free. 10am. Bermuda National Library veran-dah, Queen Street. Tel. 292-1681.


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n St George’sWednesdays and SaturdaysLearn key moments in the island’s history on this walking tour. Meet at the Town Hall, King’s Square, 10:30am. Free. n St George’s Historical Re-enactmentsWednesdays and Saturdays12 noon in King’s Square. Free. n St Peter’s Church toursMondays to SaturdaysBuilt from Bermuda Cedar in 1612, St Peter’s Church is the oldest Anglican church in con-tinuous use outside Britain. The graveyard also reveals the impact of slavery. 10am-4pm, free. Sunday Worship 11:15am. St Peter’s Church, York Street, St George’s. n Fort St CatherineMondays to FridaysStone artillery fort and museum, at St Catherine’s Beach, St George’s. Settlers built the first wooden fort here in 1612. It was renovated and in use until the late 19th century. 9:30am-4pm. Admission $7, seniors $5 and children $3 (Special offer Wednesdays — $3 for all). Tel. 297-1920. n Carter HouseWednesdays and Saturdays17th century house detailing the history of the early settlers and St David’s Island. Southside Road, St David’s. 10am-4pm. Free, donations welcome. Call first. Tel. 293-5960. n National Museum of BermudaOpen daily 10am-4pm, last admission 3pm. Adults $10, seniors $8, children under-13 free. Royal Naval Dockyard. Tel. 234-1418, e-mail [email protected]. www.bmm.bm n Royal Naval DockyardThursdaysLearn about the history of Dockyard, from cedar forest to naval base. Free. 2-4pm. Cooperage building, Maritime Lane, Dock-

Carter House was built in 1640

yard. Or meet behind the Frog & Onion pub for the second part of the tour, at 3:20pm.SundaysLearn about Casemates Barracks and visit the storehouses and boat slip of Royal Naval Dockyard. Free. 10:30-11:30am. Meet at the Anchor Fountain by the Clocktower building.Tel. 292-1681. n Dolphin QuestSaturdays Learn how the expert trainers take care of their dolphin family and how you can help protect our shared ocean environment. 1pm. National Museum of Bermuda, 234-4464. Admission $10 adults, $8 seniors, children under 13 years and free n Bermuda Historical Society MuseumMondays to Fridays400 years of Bermuda history at the Library building on Queen Street, Hamilton, 10am-1pm. Free. Tel. 295-2487 n Verdmont MuseumWednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays Antiques including cedar furniture and portraits. Adults $5, children $2, open 10am-4pm. Verdmont Lane, Smith’s.Tel. 236-7369. www.bnt.bm

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Get close to nature at Dolphin Quest.


n Tucker House MuseumWednesdays to Saturdays18th century merchant’s house, St George’s. Adults $5, children $2. Open 11am-3pm. Tel. 297-0545. www.bnt.bm n Bermuda National Trust Museum at Globe HotelMondays to SaturdaysBermuda’s role in the American Civil War. Adults $5, children $2. Open 10am-4pm. Duke of York Street, St George’s. Tel. 297-1423. www.bnt.bm n St. George’s Historical Society Museum, Printery & GardenWednesdays and SaturdaysHistoric 18th century home. 10am-4pm, $5. 3 Featherbed Alley, St George’s. Tel. 297-0423. n Tom Moore’s Jungle Eco TourSaturdaysSee natural pools, caves, mangroves and wildlife. Free. 2-3pm. Meet at Blue Hole

Hill Park, opposite RUBiS Causeway gas station. Tel. 292-1681. n South Shore Eco Walking TourTuesdaysLearn about the flora, fauna and history of Bermuda’s beaches. Free. 10:30am-12noon. Meet at top entrance of Warwick Long Bay. Tel. 292-1681. n Railway Trail & Herbal Gardens WalkSundaysDr Frith-Black leads a tour of the Paget Rail-way Trail. Learn about herbal medicine and folk remedies, plus refreshments in the doc-tor’s garden. Free. 1:30-3:30pm. Meet at the Railway Trail entrance, South Road, Paget, by Harmony Club. Tel. 292-1681. n Bermuda Underwater Exploration InstituteTuesdays2pm guided tour through the wonders of the ocean. Adults $12.50, seniors $10,

what’s on Spend an afternoon on the beach


children aged 6-17 $6.50, children under-five go free. www.buei.org n Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences TourWednesdaysHour-long tour of this marine research centre, 10am. Free. Biological Lane, Ferry Reach, St. George’s. Tel. 297-1880.E-mail [email protected]. www.bios.edu n Camden HouseFridaysThe official residence of the Premier in the Botanical Gardens, Paget. 12-2pm. Free. Tel. 236-5902. n Bermuda National Gallery Fine Arts TourThursdaysTake a guided tour of the national art col-lection. 10:30-11:30am. Free. At City Hall, Hamilton. Tel. 295-9428. www.bng.bm

arts n Bermuda National GalleryArtwork by renowned local and internation-al artists. Free. Monday to Friday, 10am-4pm, and Saturday, 10am-2pm. City Hall, Church Street, Hamilton. Tel. 295-9428. www.bng.bm n BNG East ExhibitionFebruary: A Sense of Place — William Col-lieson, Antoine A.R. Hunt, Christina Hutch-ings, Peter Lapsley, Michael WalshFree. Monday to Sunday, 11am-4pm. Bridge House, 1 Bridge St, St George’s. Tel. 297-9428. n Bermuda Society of ArtsFebruary 1 - 25: BSoA Members’ Winter Show. Also showing is Teresa Airey & friends – photography manipulated through iPad and iPhone.Free. Monday to Friday, 10am-4pm, and Saturday, 10am-2pm. City Hall, Church Street, Hamilton. Tel. 292-3824. www.bsoa.bm

n Masterworks Museum of Bermuda ArtFeb 2 – 26: Paint It Black — black Bermu-dian artists and subjects;Feb 1 – September: A Tale of Two Cities — Hamilton and St George’s in artwork from the Masterworks Collection;Feb – June: Ever the Twain Shall Meet. Mark Twain — memorabilia from the Mark Twain House & Museum, Hartford, ConnecticutMonday to Saturday, 10am-4pm, and Sunday 11am-4:30pm, $5 admission, free for members and children under-12. Wheelchair access. Homer’s Café for refreshments. Botanical Gardens, Paget. Tel. 299-4000. www.bermudamaster-works.com n Bermuda Arts Centre at DockyardFebruary: Local artMonday to Friday, 11am-4pm, and Saturday and Sunday, 10am-5pm. Free. Maritime Lane, Royal Naval Dockyard. Tel. 234-2809. www.artbermuda.bm

what’s onthat adjoins Fort St Catherine

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Outside Masterworks there’s a statue honouring John Lennon.


historic treasures

FROM THE EARLY sixteenth-

century, spanish ships returning

from their colonies in Central and

south america embarked on the

hazardous task of shipping their

precious cargo from the new World

back to the old. they used bermuda

as a landmark, but some ended up

stricken on our outer reefs.

Many ships carried silver and

gold, mined and minted into coin-

age in Mexico, bolivia and Peru and

Every handcrafted piece bears the weight of history

Photos by KaGeaKi sMith

Master Jeweller Tim Palmer crafts coins into unique keepsakes.

One of the exquisite coins that has been fashioned into a keepsake by Walker Christopher Goldsmiths.


historic treasuresJuan Bermudez found Bermuda in 1505

destined for the Spanish treasuries of Cadiz and Seville.

Surviving crewmen were sometimes able to salvage their cargo but storms and hurricanes took their toll on many ‘treasure ships’ well before they caught sight of Bermuda.

Salvaging from wrecks was tough. But Richard Norwood, hired as a diver in a futile search for Bermuda pearls, invented the Bermuda Tub in 1612. This primitive diving bell, made from a weighted wine cask, could be lowered over a wreck site and enabled a diver to stay underwater for 45 minutes.

In 1641, it was used to recover silver from The Concepción, which came to grief north of Hispaniola (Dominican Republic), carrying tons of silver and gold.

In 1715, the Spanish Plate Fleet sank in a hurricane off Florida. While the Spanish were salvaging, their base camp was raided by privateer Henry Jennings, who fled with 120,000 pieces of eight. He retired to Bermuda to live the life of a gentleman.

Sea salvaged coins still have strong appeal; the law forbids you from keeping anything found at a wreck but you can find pieces of eight and gold doubloons for sale on Hamilton’s Front Street.

Master Jeweller Tim Palmer of Walker Christopher Goldsmiths sets gold and silver treasure coins into handcrafted jewellery. While silver coins or “cobs” tarnish and become encrusted in coral (they are often found in clusters), gold coins remain the same as the day they went to the bottom of the ocean.

Owning a significant old coin puts you in touch with the past, as coins bear the weight of history. n


history

By Lance FurBert | For an island of just 21 square miles, we pack

in a lot of history. Bermuda’s superb historic sites and museums help

tell our unique story but also help unravel the extraordinary saga of the

development of English settlements in the New World.

Here are some of our best historic sites.

Step back in time

n national Museum of BermudaThe largest collection of artifacts and weapons in Bermuda. See slave artifacts, jewellery, silver coins, pottery, boats and large muzzle loading guns. Dockyard. Open daily 9:30am–5pm (last admission 4pm). tel: 234-1418

n national trust MuseumThe Globe Hotel on the northwest corner of King’s Square in St. George’s was built in 1700 by Governor Samuel Day. It houses the Bermuda National Trust Museum, which features the exhibit ‘Rogues & Runners —

Bermuda and the American Civil War’. For opening times, tel: 236-6483

n VerdmontA delightful Georgian style historic home at the top of Collector’s Hill, Smith’s Parish. A superb collection of antique Bermuda cedar and mahogany furniture. For opening times, tel: 236-6483

n Bermuda Historical Society MuseumLocated in Par-la-Ville Park, Hamilton, it was the home of Bermuda’s famous

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Discover how our ancestors lived at the St George’s Historical Society Museum, Printery & Garden, located at the corner of Featherbed alley and Duke of Kent Street, St George’s.

National Treasure

Royal Naval Dockyard, SandysTel. 441-234-1418 • www.bmm.bmOpen every day 9:30am–5pm (last admission 4pm)

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postmaster William Bennett Perot. Exhibits include model of ships plus early Bermu-dian coins and silver. For opening times, tel: 295-2487

n tucker HouseTucker House, on Water Street, St. George’s, was the home of Henry Tucker, President of the Governor’s Council. Artifacts and por-traits of the famous Tucker family include Thomas Tudor Tucker, the longest serving treasurer of the U.S.. Joseph Hayne Rainey, the first African American elected member of the U.S. House of Representatives, once ran a barber’s shop here. For opening times, tel: 236-6483

n Fort St. catherineOverlooks Gate’s Bay, St. George’s, the landing place of the Sea Venture castaways in 1609. Features dioramas that highlight our early history, a restored magazine, weapons of all types (from pistols to large muzzle loading guns), and an audiovisual

presentation on our forts. Open Mon- Fri, 10am-4pm, tel: 297-1920

n St. Peter’s church, their Majesties chappellThe oldest Anglican Church site in continu-ous use outside of the British Isles. The first church on the site was built by Governor Richard Moore in 1612. Some headstones in the churchyard date back more than 300 years. Duke of York Street, St. George’s. Open Mon-Sat, 10am-4pm, Sunday ser-vice 11.15am, tel: 297-2459

n St. George’s Historical Society Museum, Printery & GardenLocated in Mitchell House, which dates from 1730 and is filled with original cedar furnishings, artwork and a working replica of a Gutenberg printing press. The kitchen garden and above ground water tank dem-onstrate features of 18th Century Bermuda architecture. Open 10am-4pm, Mon-thurs and Saturday. tel. 297 0423.

historyBermuda is the oldest British colony.



for children

By terrI MeLLO | Sure, Bermuda is great for honeymooners and couples.

Pink-sand beaches and turquoise water provide the perfect backdrop for a

romantic getaway for two.

And then there are the rest of us, the ones with whiny toddlers or easily-

bored grade-schoolers in tow. What can Bermuda offer us? The answer?

Lots. Here are a few mom-tested suggestions.

Our child-friendly island

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Don’t worry, he won’t bite: a toddler and a cow get acquainted at the border of Spittal Pond nature reserve in Smith’s Parish.


for childrenOur main beaches have lifeguards

n Spittal Pond nature reserve Located on a spectacular stretch of shoreline in Smith’s Parish and kids love wandering along the winding trails, over the rocks and through the woods. you’ll see cows too, grazing at the entrance. Great picnic spot.

n Bermuda aquarium, Museum & Zoo (BaMZ)A must, whatever your age. Gaze at sharks and barracuda in the dramatic North Rock Tank, get close to giant tortoises and dip into the touch pool. Leave time for the playground before you go (it’s just past the alligator and yes, it’s real!) Tel: 293-2727

n DockyardTake the fast ferry from Hamilton. At Snorkel Park, kids can swim, splash in the fountains or use the playground. Dolphin Quest (tel: 234-4464) is a short walk away.

n Botanical GardensAn ideal spot to burn energy, five minutes from Hamilton. Explore the gardens and greenhouses, palm groves and grassy hills. Kick a football, throw a Frisbee, bring a picnic.

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Why not revive a fad and give your hula hoop a twirl on the beach?


for children Give the children a sweet treat at

n BeachesNext to famous Horseshoe Bay Beach in Southampton is what’s locally known as Baby Beach. Turn right as you walk onto Horseshoe and you’ll find this beautiful cove, shallow and calm and perfect for little ones. Another kid-friendly beach is Tobacco Bay in the east end. Perfect for snorkel-ling and swimming with shallow water and protective rocks. Bathrooms and refresh-ments available.

n Bermuda underwater exploration Institute (BueI)Explore the ocean without getting wet! Stop in the seashell room and then take a simulated submarine dive to the lower level. Bring along a handful of American quarters for the little merry-go-round on the lower level. Tel: 292-7219

n PlaygroundsNo matter where you are, there’s a play-ground nearby. A few favourites include Shelly Bay (there’s also a kid-friendly beach here), Warwick Long Bay, Clearwa-ter Beach (St. David’s) and Parson’s Road (Pembroke).

n Palm Grove GardensThis free attraction near Ariel Sands Resort in Devonshire is rarely busy and offers beautiful scenery as well as an aviary with parrots.

n tiny tots at MasterworksThe Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art (in the Botanical Gardens) offers art classes for tots on Wednesday from 9.45-10.30am & 10.45-11.30am. Bring along your baby, tod-dler or preschooler for some art fun, story


Gorgeous John Smith’s Bay in Smith’s Parish is big enough to give your kids plenty of space but small enough to easily keep an eye on them.

for childrenBailey’s Bay Ice Cream Parlour


time and games. Members $7 / non-mem-bers $10. No sign up necessary, just drop in. Tel. 299-4000 for more details.

n at night…We have three movie theatres and they often play animated features and other child-friendly movies. The Speciality Cin-ema and Grill (tel: 292-2135) and Liberty Theatre (292-7296) are in the city of Ham-ilton, Neptune Cinema (also 292-7296) is in Dockyard and Southside Cinema (297-2821) is in St. David’s.

See the Bermuda Sun newspaper for movie listings.

If food’s the priority, kid-friendly eater-ies include LaTrattoria, Rosa’s Cantina (both on the city) and The Speciality Inn, 10 minutes outside the city in Smith’s Parish. n

PHOTO By TERRI MELLO

right next to famous Horseshoe Bay Beach is ‘baby beach’ — a tiny cove ideal for toddlers who enjoy a paddle.


Gorgeous John Smith’s Bay in Smith’s Parish is big enough to give your kids plenty of space but small enough to easily keep an eye on them.


sports & activities

IF YOu’re tHe SPOrtY tYPe, you’ll find plenty to do on the island.

Here’s a guide to what’s out there. See Bermuda.com for detailed listings.

Lots to do for active visitors

n GolfBermuda has more golf courses per square mile than any other country in the world. Some clubs are private, but many hotels can arrange tee times for their guests.

From an enticing par-3 executive course to a championship-level course given the seal of approval by the PGA of America, Bermuda is a golfer’s paradise. All our courses are blessed with beautiful scenery. Be sure to toss a camera in your golf bag.

If you want to get the kids involved, there is a mini golf course in Southampton for young families (tel. 238-8800) and a brand new mini golf course at Dockyard (see next page).Our golf courses:Belmont Hills, Warwick, tel. 236-6400Fairmont Southampton, tel. 239-6952Mid-Ocean, Hamilton Parish, tel. 293-0330

Ocean View (9 holes), Devonshire, tel. 295-9092Port royal, Southampton, tel. 234-0974riddell’s Bay, Warwick, tel. 238-1060rosewood tucker’s Point, Hamilton Parish, tel. 298-6970

n tennisMost courts are attached to hotels. Another option is the government-run tennis sta-dium, which has clay and hard courts. It’s on Marsh Folly Road, a 10-minute walk from Hamilton centre. Open 8am-10pm Mon-Fri, 8am-7pm Sat-Sun. Courts are $10 an hour (double it under floodlights). Tel: 292-0105.

n Deep sea fishingWith the deep ocean just offshore, Bermu-da offers world class fishing. Lots of pros are ready to take you out — among them, Baxter’s reef Fishing, tel: 234-2963.

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Short and spectacular: the Fairmont Southampton resort boasts 18, par-3 holes.


sportsBabe Ruth golfed in Bermuda

Mini golf a big new attractionBy DOn BurGeSS | It’s nice to claim to be the best in the world, but not everyone can back it up.

Hogan Lindgren designed a mini golf course in Denmark which drew international acclaim. But he says the one he designed right here on the island — Bermuda Fun Golf — is even better.

“The world championship of mini golf was played there in Denmark,” he told us, “and they voted it the best mini golf course in the world — but this is best. Bermuda can be proud to say it has the best mini golf course in the world.”

Owner John Burcher said opening up a fun golf course has been a dream of his for five years.

The course features 18 holes; six are based on Mr Burcher’s favourite holes in Bermuda, six on famous holes in the US and the final six on holes in Scotland.

Mr Lindgren said each hole is an homage to the original hole rather than an exact miniature: “But if you play the hole, you can recognize it from the original,” he says.Bermuda Fun Golf: www.fungolf.bm. e-mail: [email protected]. tel: 400-Putt

n Water sportsyou can rent everything from kayaks, Bos-ton whalers and windsurfers to Hobie Cats and Jet Skis.

Bermuda is the shipwreck capital of the Atlantic and a mecca for SCUBA divers. See Bermuda.com for full listings

See pages 43 & 44 for snorkelling and pages 46 & 47 for shipwrecks.

n cyclingOur coastal roads and the route of the old railway trail are great for bikers. you can hire bicycles at Smatt’s cycle Livery, tel: 295-1180 and Oleander cycles tel. 295-0919. Will cost you roughly $50 a day.

n BowlingFor a rainy day or a family evening out, have fun at Warwick Lanes in Warwick, tel: 236-5290.


Internationally renowned designer Hogan Lindgren said Bermuda Fun Golf is probably the best mini golf course in the world.

Hartley’s reef SafariHaving some advantages over scuba diving and many over snorkeling, helmet diving is the safest and easiest way to explore the marine environ-ment. The undersea walk was started by Bronson Hartley in the 1930s. Off Somerset, his son Gregory continues the tradition of training and taming fish in the wild. Hold Leroy the snapper or Barack the grouper and see Diana the angelfish swim through a hoop. The helmet works like a glass turned upside down. your head stays dry, and you can safely wear glasses or contact lenses. Just breathe, walk and have fun. Tel: 234-2861. www.hartleyber-muda.com. [email protected]


Breathtaking beaches are Bermuda’s most enduring attraction, from

aquamarine pools and sandy bays to the famous pink sand of the south

shore.

Pack your sunscreen, hats, towels and and use our guide to hit one or

more of the island’s top ten beaches.

Our glorious top ten


Small but idyllic: John Smith’s Bay, in Smith’s Parish, is a perfect family beach.

beaches

10 John Smith’s Bay: Off the beaten track in Smith’s parish, this popular locals’ beach is a little less crowded than the south shore destinations but still boasts soft sand and great swimming and snorkelling. The Harrington Hundreds grocery store is just a few minutes away by moped if you want to make your own picnic. L, B

9 cooper’s Island nature reserve: A tiny peninsula on the eastern edge of the island, only recently opened to the

public, Cooper’s Island is actually a series of small coves connected by almost a mile of walking trails. The larger but less picturesque (it’s all relative) Clearwater Beach is right next door. B

8 West Whale Bay: Named for the humpback whales that migrate past Bermuda in April and May each year, this is as good a place for whale watching as anywhere on the island. The grassy cliff-top that borders this Southampton beach is a great spot for a picnic.

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7 Snorkel Park: A great beach for families, out west in vibrant Dockyard. There are inflatables for the kids to rent, great snorkelling for dad and beach loungers for mum. L, B, c, r

6 Warwick Long Bay: To truly grasp the beauty of Bermuda’s south shore, walk the length of Warwick Long Bay and clamber across the rocks, or take a detour over the sand dunes to Jobson’s Cove and Chaplin Bay. On a quiet day you will see more Longtails than fellow tourists. B, r (seasonal)

5 Shelly Bay: A parents’ dream beach, Shelly Bay boasts warm, shallow water, a soft sandy bottom and backs on to a playground and sports field. A favourite for kids and novice swimmers — and close to the bus stop. c, B

4 church Bay: Swim with shoals of brightly coloured parrot fish among the pristine coral reef that pierces the water just yards from shore at this small south shore bay, widely revered as Bermuda’s

best beach for snorkellers. r, B

3 elbow Beach: A half-mile of white sand boasting stunning views of the Atlantic, Elbow Beach, in Paget, is a playground for joggers, kiteboarders, beach volleyball players and SCUBA divers. There’s even a shipwreck within swimming distance of shore. you can join in the fun or just hire a deckchair and sit back and watch. c, B, r

2 tobacco Bay: Famous for its stunning volcanic rock formations — natural sculptures that emerge from the glassy water — this picturesque, sheltered cove is also a snorkellers’ dream. A short walk from the old town of St. George. c, B, r

1 Horseshoe Bay: A crescent of soft, pink sand, lapped by clear blue water, fringed by sand dunes and bordered by sandstone cliffs, garnished with swaying palms — Horseshoe, in Southampton Parish, is the a must for every Bermuda visitor. c, B, r, L n

beachesSand glimmers pink at twilight


ranked no.6, Warwick Long Bay on the south shore is stunningly beautiful.



By aManDa DaLe | Bermuda is a

chain of more than 150 islands, islets

and rocks, the coralline limestone

peaks of an ancient volcano.Here lie some of the most pristine

coral reefs in the world, setting the stage for world class snorkelling. The beautiful but shallow reefs are responsible for more than 400 shipwrecks, spanning five centuries.

you can expect to swim in waters of 24-30 degrees Celsius with a visibility of 25 metres in the summer months (May to October).

you will find superb snorkelling all the way around this 21 square mile island, but here are some of the best spots.

n church Bay, SouthamptonIt can be a little tricky wading in across the rocks, so wait until you are almost waist-

deep in the water before you put your fins on. you will be rewarded by the variety of fish in and around the boiler reefs.

n Pompano Beach club, SouthamptonMost South Shore beaches offer excellent snorkelling just a short hop from the water’s edge. But if you are feeling adventurous, hire a kayak at Pompano Beach Club and paddle out to the outer raft across the sandbar. Tie up and swim out to the adjacent reef to experience some beautiful snorkelling.

n tobacco Bay, St George’sThis sheltered, sandy bay is ideal for fami-lies. Its rocky outcrops and ancient coral formations are buzzing with marine life.

n Snorkel Park, royal naval DockyardThe park has a sheltered bay and is ideal for families. Under the walls of the fort you will find hard and soft corals, juvenile fish and maritime relics. There are musket balls

snorkel

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Snorkellers don’t have to go deep to enjoy our beautiful coral reefs.

Grab some fins!


snorkelYou might see a spotted eagle ray

dating to the nineteenth century and cast iron cannons, dating from 1550 to 1800.

n the constellationSnorkelling and dive operators can take you to Western Blue Cut to see two of our most famous shipwrecks.

The Constellation was the inspiration for Peter Benchley’s novel The Deep, which was made into a film in 1977.

This 192 ft four-masted schooner (built in 1918) served as a cargo vessel in World War II and was en route from New york to Ven-ezuela in 1943 when she was swept onto the reefs and sank, in ten metres of water. Her cargo included bags of cement, cases of Scotch whisky and thousands of drug ampoules, many containing opium and mor-phine. The ampoules have all been removed but you can still see other relics such as china cups, ceramic tiles and bottles.

n the MontanaJust 15 metres from the Constellation lies the Montana, built to run the Union blockade

of the Confederate states in the US Civil war. The 236ft paddle wheel steamer sank in 1863 and now sits in three pieces with her bow relatively intact and her paddle wheels and forward boiler still discernable.

n the VixenHMS Vixen was a Royal Navy gunboat, scuttled in 1896 to block a narrow channel off Daniels’s Head, Somerset, to prevent possible torpedo attacks. She sits in eight metres of water with a protruding bow and is home to many different species of fish. This popular site is accessible only by boat.

Fed by the waters of the Gulf Stream, Bermuda has many of the fish species found in the western Atlantic and Carib-bean, including parrotfish (stoplight, blue and midnight varieties), yellowtail snapper, coneys, bluehead and creole wrasse, rock beauties, the puddingwife, squirrelfish, foureye butterflyfish, damselfish, sergeant majors, trumpetfish and spiny lobster. If you’re lucky, you’ll spot a turtle. n


shipwrecks Gibb’s Hill Lighthouse was only the

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Bermuda’s shipwrecksthere are some four hundred wrecks to be found off Bermuda. The earliest date from the first quarter of the 16th century when the island became a landmark for Spanish ships sailing back to Spain from the New World.

Both the old and more recent wrecks, scattered throughout the 200-square-mile reef system that surrounds the island, are protected by law against any unauthorized interference.

The more popular dive sites are easily accessed from the island by boat, with an average depth of between 30

1. Drydock2. Ramona3. H.M.S. Vixen4. Minerva5. Hunters Galley6. Mary Celeste7. Virginia

Merchant8. King9. Hermes

10. Minnie Breslauer

11. Pollockshields12. Apollo13. Kate14. Grotto Bay

Barges15. Warwick16. H.M.S.

Cerberus

17. Katherine18. Pelinaion19. Zovetto or

Rita Zovetto20. Sea Venture21. Wychwood22. Colonel William

G. Ball23. Richard P. Buck24. Avenger

25. Beaumaris Castle

26. Collector27. Iristo28. Elda29. Taunton30. Eagle31. Manilla Wreck32. Cristobal Colon33. Curlew


second cast iron lighthouse ever built. shipwrecks

and 50 feet. Listed here are some of the better known wrecks, highlighted in the map above. Note that some wrecks are known by two, three or even four different names.

For further information, visit the scuba diving pages on our website: www.bermuda.com.

Stories of the seaFive must-visit Bermuda wrecks:

n the Pelinaion (18) – This Greek steamer

became a victim of WWII. The British had

blacked out St. David’s lighthouse to stop

the Germans from spying on Bermuda. But

the ship crashed on the reef, where it still

lies scattered.

n the cristobel colon (32) — This Spanish

luxury liner is the biggest of Bermuda’s

wrecks at 499ft long. Its remains are spread

across the North Shore reef.

n the Hermes (9) – Extremely popular

among divers as it is one of the few wrecks

in Bermuda that remains fully intact. It lies

in 80 foot of water off the South Shore.

n the constellation (41) – Jaws author

Peter Benchley based his follow-up novel

‘The Deep’ around this wreck, which sank

on the South Shore carrying a cargo of

morphine and whisky to Venezuela during

WWII.

n the H.M.S. Vixen (3) – If you don’t want

to take on the challenge of scuba diving,

the Vixen lies half submerged in shallow

waters off Daniel’s Head, Somerset, and is

easily accessible by snorkellers.

Local dive operators

triangle Diving, Grotto Bay, near the air-

port, Tel: 293-7319 www.trianglediving.com

Fantasea Bermuda, Albuoy’s Point,

Hamilton, Tel: 236-1300 [email protected]

Blue Water Divers, Robinson’s Marina,

Somerset, Tel: 234-1034 & Elbow Beach

Hotel 232-2909 www.divebermuda.com

Don’t want to get wet?Visit the Bermuda underwater

exploration Institute in Hamilton,

the national Museum of Bermuda in

Dockyard and the replica of the

Deliverance in St. George’s.

34. Madiana35. Alert36. San Pedro37. Caraquet38. Mark Antonio39. Montana40. Lartington41. Constellation42. Santa Ana43. L’Herminie

44. Frenchman45. Lord Amherst46. Darlington47. Mussel48. San Antonio49. Blanch King50. Caesar51. Airplane52. North Carolina53. Triton Ferry

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Elbow Beach

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Coral Beach

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Horseshoe

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West Whale

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WhitneyBay

Church Bay

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ParkAdmira

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House

Park

Tobacco Bay

Gates’ Bay

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Town ofSt. Georges

Royal NavalDockyard

Airport

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Coney Island

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fishing

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Whether you’re a novice or a veteran, our expert fisherman will maximize your chances of scoring a spectacular catch.

You can land a beauty!FOr nOVIce FISHerMen looking for an exciting family day out or

experienced anglers hoping to hook a monster marlin, the deep ocean

surrounding Bermuda is a fertile hunting ground. More than 20 charter

firms offer day-trippers the chance to try their luck.

Two volcanic sea-mounts, Challenger and Argus Banks, several miles

offshore, are the focus of attention for the small fleets of boats that idle

out of pretty harbours every morning. Here, the powerful Atlantic currents

push baitfish over steepling banks, attracting swarms of big-game fish.

Schools of tuna and wahoo offer rich pickings for anglers of all

abilities. Other fish often caught on deep sea trips include amberjack,

mahi mahi, bonito, little tunny and rainbow runner.

Local fishermen know their turf and will guide you to the best spots.

Some will let you keep your catch, but they are not obliged to do so. Boats

are equipped with rods, tackle, bait, life-saving gear and toilets. Typically

you’ll supply your own refreshments.

Charter prices for deep-sea outings, usually around $800 for a


www.bermudareeffishing.com

fishingMany record gamefish are caught here.

half-day or $1,000-$1,200 for the day (roughly $200 per person) cover gear, skipper and crew and if fish are biting, a couple of fresh tuna or wahoo steaks.

Along with amateurs fishing for fun, our waters also attract big-time anglers hunting the biggest, baddest fish in the ocean – the wild blue marlin.

Fierce, acrobatic and sometimes weighing in excess of 1,000lbs, marlin are the toughest fish to land — the Holy Grail for hardcore sports fishermen. Almost all marlin are released.

For every fisherman that leaves with his Kodak moment there are more who travel home with nothing but memories and tall stories of the ones that got away.

Either way — most leave firmly hooked on Bermuda. n

For more on fishing charters visit: www.bermuda.com

Baxter’s reef Fishing‘Life on the ocean wave’ is guaranteed to be great fun with Capt. Baxter aboard his 32–foot Cape Islander ‘Ellen B’. Apply the catch and release method or take your catch home for supper! ‘Ellen B’ is well equipped to accom-modate the whole family, complete with ample awning on hot days and complimentary sodas. The captain, with more than 20 years experience on the spectacular Barrier Reef, will display his expertise and show even the ‘amateurs’ how to catch a fish! you may enjoy a half-day or a full-day fishing. Parties of up to ten can be arranged. Capt. Baxter is always happy to oblige smaller parties by joining up with other small groups. Departing daily. Mangrove Bay public dock in Somerset. tel: 234-2963 or 334-9722. www.baxtersreeffishing.com


nature

By LISa Greene | Our National Parks, spread over 108 sites and 1,609

acres, range from tiny, secluded gardens to long, beautiful beaches with

pink sand.

Some favourites of mine include the 16-mile long Railway Trail, Hog

Bay Park, Spittal Pond Nature Reserve and Ferry Point Park.

Our splendid national Parks


explore the lush paths and wide vistas of Ferry Point Park near St George’s.

Many sections of the Trail provide an ‘off the beaten track’ experience for walkers, joggers or those on bicycles. A paved stretch runs for nearly two miles from Somerset Village to Somerset Bridge, with glimpses into backyards and views of bays and the Great Sound. Paths off the trail lead to Gilbert Nature Reserve, the large Heydon Trust Estate (with its exquisite little chapel), panoramic Scaur Hill Fort, and down to the water’s edge. Rock cuts from the original railway, and thick vegetation, create welcome shady areas.

Less than a mile further south along

the Middle Road from Somerset Bridge is the 32-acre Hog Bay Park, one of our best birding locations. Walking paths skirt agricultural fields and

meander through woodlands and hillsides before arriving at

a secluded shoreline with spectacular views.

Spittal Pond, a 64-acre reserve, on the south shore in Smith’s Parish, is our best birding spot. Here the rugged shoreline and woodland surrounding a brackish pond support a large variety of migratory and resident species. Clamber

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cOOPer’S ISLanD, located at the north-eastern tip of Bermuda, features a Nature Reserve and Wilderness Area and stands as a striking example of the restoration and protection of our precious public land.

As one of the island’s few remaining open spaces, it acts as an important buffer zone for the critically important offshore Nature Reserves, protecting indigenous species of plants, animals and marine life.

This historical and biologically rich open space of approximately 12 acres was handed back to the Bermuda Government by NASA (who ran a tracking station at the site) in September, 2001.

The site has a colourful history. Cooper’s Island was first mentioned when Governor Moore was faced with the problem of famine in 1612, caused by the accidental introduction of rats from a captured Spanish grain ship. The rats destroyed all crops and stored food.

The Nature Reserve is heavily wooded and supports a variety of habitats including salt-water marsh, beach, dunes, rocky coastline, sea grass beds, upland coastal and uplands hillside. you might see turtles, cahows, queen conch and tropicbirds

(our emblematic longtails). Healthy sea grass beds found here are critical to fish populations as they produce oxygen for fish and animals.

There are five picturesque beaches within the reserve; Turtle Bay, Long Bay,

Well Bay, Fort Hill Bay and Soldiers Bay.The entrance to Cooper’s Island

is gated and fenced and controlled vehicular access allows only wheelchairs, emergency and service vehicles. Take a walk into this uniquely preserved site — it’s truly worth every step.

• Information supplied by the Department of Parks. Please assist them by adhering to nature reserve etiquette.


natureEndemic plants include Bermuda moss


Spectacular ocean views abound on cooper’s Island

Discover glorious cooper’s Island

over the rocks and look for Sally lightfoot crabs at the water’s edge or parrotfish feeding in surging water, and watch waves ‘boiling’ over reefs. Along this shore you can also find ‘Portuguese Rock’, bearing a carved inscription from visiting sailors dated 1543.

Out east is Ferry Point Park, a scenic

64 acres perfect for walking, jogging or cycling, with historic features such as the Martello Tower, Ferry Island Fort and an old lime kiln.

These are just a few of the many locations maintained by our Government’s Department of Parks; it’s your turn now to discover your favourite. n

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n airlinesair canada Reservations: Tel: 1-888-247-2262. Flight Info: Tel: 293-1777. american airlinesTel: 1-800-433-7300. Flight Info: Tel: 293-1420 airtran 1-800-AIR-TRAN (247-8726) or 678-254-7999.

British airways Reservations: Tel: 1-800-247-9297. Airport customer service: Tel: 293-1944. continental airlines Reservations: Tel: 1-800-231-0856. Flight Info: Tel: 293-3092. Delta airlines Reservations: Tel: 1-800-221-1212. Flight Info: Tel: 1-800-325-1999.

You’ll find these facts useful during your stay


Our ferries are fast and comfortable.

practicalities

BerMuDa IS unIque in many ways and for those who have never

visited before, it’s useful to have a little guidance on what makes our

island tick.

Here’s a handy list of things you might want to know.

Information provided here is subject to change. For the latest, visit our

website: www.bermuda.com. The Bermuda Sun newspaper is also a useful

resource: www.bermudasun.bm


practicalitiesShark oil barometers forecast weather

JetBLue Tel: 1-800-JETBLUE (538-2583). Flight Info: Tel: 293-3608. u.S. airways Reservations: Tel: 1-800-622-1015. Flight Info: Tel: 293-3073. WestJet Tel: 1-888-WESTJET (937-8538).

n airportL.F. Wade International Airport (tel: 293-2470) is located in St. George’s at the east end of the island. Allow 30 minutes from the city of Hamilton by taxi. Check-in two hours before departure.

n BanksNormally open from 9am to 4pm, Mon-Fri. There are many ATMs across the island. ATMs dispense Bermuda dollars which are tied at par with US dollars.

n BusesAll bus routes serving Hamilton arrive

and leave the Bus Terminal on Washing-ton Street. (Refer to number 48 on the Hamilton map on page 24. See page 57 for schedule).

Cash fares require exact change. Dollar bills are not accepted.

Adult cash fare is $3 up to 3 zones, $4.50 for longer journeys. Tokens are $2.50 for 3 zone trips and $4 for longer trips. Transportation passes are available: one-day pass $12, two days $20, three days $28, four days $35, seven days $45 or one month, $55.

For children (aged 5-16) cash fare is $2 and transportation passes range from $6 per day up to $22.50 for seven days. Children under five ride free.

Tokens, tickets and passes can be used on buses or ferries and can be bought at the ferry terminal, the central bus terminal, hotels, post offices and the Dockyard Visi-tor Information Centre. (The fares listed here, correct at press time, are subject to change). Tel: 292-3851 • [email protected]

GOVERNMENT OF BERMUDAMinis tr y of F inanceBermuda Post Office

The Bermuda Post Office is pleased to offer “The 60th Anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II’s Coronation”, a series of six stamps. These stamps will be released on 21 February 2013.

First Day Cover sets $5.50, cost per set $3.10, FDC souvenir sheet $4.00, souvenir sheet $2.50.Available at the Bermuda Philatelic Bureau.

THE 60TH ANNIVERSARY OFQueen Elizabeth II’s Coronation

For more information please e-mail [email protected]

n Business HoursStores normally open from 9am to 5pm Monday to Saturday. Many grocery stores open 1-5pm on Sunday, most other stores are closed on Sundays.

n carsNo car rentals are available in Bermuda but you can rent scooters and pedal bikes.

n consulateThe U.S. Consulate is located on Crown Hill, 16 Middle Road, Devonshire, tel: 295-1342. Open Mon to Fri 8am - 4:30pm. Consular services are provided on an appointment basis only. For details, visit the Consulate’s website: http://hamilton.usconsulate.gov or contact [email protected]. For after-hours life or death emergencies for American citizens only, contact the duty officer at (441) 335-3828.• Honorary Consuls for other countries are also represented in Bermuda — see the telephone directory for listings.

n communicationsBermuda’s well-developed telecommunica-tions infrastructure provides modern tele-phone, fax, Internet, cellular and cellular-roaming services.

n country codeu.S. & canada — dial 1 plus area code plus no. u.K. — dial 011 plus 44 plus area code plus no. caribbean — dial 1 plus area code plus seven digits.

n currency & credit cardsThe Bermuda dollar is equal in value to the U.S. dollar; both are legal tender. Traveller’s cheques and credit cards are accepted at most shops, restaurants and hotels.

n Dress codeThe dress code in Bermuda is conserva-tive. Bathing suits and bare chests are not acceptable, except (for men) at beaches and pools. Casual wear is acceptable in


practicalities Topless sunbathing is against the


practicalitieslaw here in Bermuda

restaurants at lunchtime. Some upscale restaurants require men to wear a jacket in the evening. Check the dress requirements when making reservations.

n emergencyCall 911 and specify whether you need police, the fire service or an ambulance.

n etiquetteIt is customary to greet islanders with a ‘good morning’, ‘good afternoon’ or ‘good evening’ — Bermuda prides herself on civility.

n FerriesAll ferries depart from the terminal on Front Street, Hamilton. Regular fer-ries cross Hamilton Harbour and faster catamarans visit Somerset, Dockyard and, and in the summer months, St. George’s.

Transportation tickets, tokens and pass-es valid for buses and ferries are available at locations including the ferry terminal, bus terminal, post offices and hotels. Cash is not accepted on the ferries. Scooters are allowed on some routes.

n HealthNo inoculations are required for Bermuda. There are no poisonous insects or mam-mals but be wary of the Portuguese man-of-war jellyfish that carries a painful sting. Guard against sunstroke and sunburn with hats, sunblock and plenty of water.

n HospitalKing Edward VII Memorial Hospital (tel. 236-2345) is a large, first-rate facility owned and operated by the Bermuda Government and located on Point Finger Road in Paget Parish. An associate of the American Hospi-tal Association. Airlifts can be arranged to the U.S. or Canada.

n InternetMost hotels and many guest houses provide Internet access. Also, there are a handful of locations where you can go online in the city of Hamilton including the Bermuda

Library on Queen Street and the Main Post Office on Parliament Street, where access is free. Public Internet access is also avail-able in St. George’s and Dockyard. Many cafes provide wi-fi access to customers.

n MailThe General Post Office is located at 56 Church Street Hamilton (tel: 297-7893), with 12 sub-offices islandwide. Airmail leaves and arrives daily. Rates for airmail postcards to North America are 70¢; Europe 80¢; Africa, Asia, Australia and New Zealand 90¢.

Stay in touchGoing on holiday is more fun when you can share it with the ones you love! Send messages, post pictures, and talk to your friends and family back home while you perfect your tan on our pink sand beaches.

If you are here for a short trip, roaming is your best option. Choose to roam with the network trusted by over 11 million people in 31 coun-tries: Digicel. If your phone does not automatically connect to the Digicel network, you can set it up manually using your network options in a few short steps.

If you are spending more than few days on our lovely island, you may consider purchasing a local pre-paid SIM card to limit your roaming charges. Digicel prepaid SIM cards are available in both Digicel stores in Hamilton (Church Street and Court Street) and in over 100 dealer loca-tions across the island. If you have a BlackBerry device, you may activate a temporary data plan on your Digicel prepaid SIM card.

For more information, please visit www.digicelbermuda.com or call us at +1 441 500 5000.


practicalities We have ample rainfall but no

n nightlifeSee pages 81-83 and 94-95

n Public Holidays 2013Bermuda Day | Friday, May 24 national Heroes’ Day | Monday, June 17 emancipation Day (Cup Match, day one)

| Thursday, August 1 Somers Day (Cup Match, day two) | Friday,

August 2 Labour Day | Monday, September 2 remembrance Day | Monday, November 11 christmas Day | Wednesday,

December 25 Boxing Day | Thursday, December 26

n religionChurches are ubiquitous here. Anglican, Catholic, African Methodist Episcopal and Seventh Day Adventist are among the ma-jor faiths. See the church listings in Friday’s Bermuda Sun newspaper.

n Scootersyou can rent scooters by the day or week, if you are 18 or older. Helmets, provided by the rental companies, are mandatory.

n SmokingSmoking is banned from all enclosed public

spaces including restaurants, bars, shops, theatres or any enclosed workspaces.

n taxisCabs are safe and comfortable. Rates are controlled by law at $6.40 for the first mile and $2.25 for each additional mile for 1-4 passengers. Rates increase after midnight, Sundays and public holidays with a 25% surcharge for 1-4 passengers and a 50% surcharge for 5-6 passengers. Taxis may also be hired for sightseeing tours at $40 per hour with a minimum of 3 hours.

n time Differencesnew York — one hour behind Bermuda Los angeles — four hours behind London — four hours ahead toronto — one hour behind Daylight Savings Time comes into effect from the second Sunday in March through to the first Sunday in November.

n tippingIn most cases, a service charge or gratuity has been added to the bill. Where the gratu-ity has not been added, 15% is about right.

n tV/radio/mediaThree main local channels screen a nightly


renting a scooter is fun but can be tricky if bikes are new to you. Be sure you can handle it before you leave the rental shop. a road accident would ruin your trip.


practicalitiesrivers or lakes

news bulletin — VSB (channel 11), ZBM (9) and ZFB (7). A government station, CITV, is on channel 2 and there’s a small handful of local radio stations. The quality of local programming varies considerably. The Bermuda Sun, which publishes this guide, provides news seven days a week on its website www.bermudasun.bm and publishes a newspaper on Wednesdays and Fridays.

n WaterTap water is safe to drink, unless you are instructed otherwise. Bermuda has no rivers, streams or reservoirs; all our water comes from rain or wells. Bermuda roofs are painted with a limestone wash that purifies the water as it trickles down into underground tanks. Electric pumps send the water up to the tap.

n WeatherBermuda’s sub-tropical climate is generally mild and humid, but summer and winter tem-peratures vary considerably. The average an-nual temperature is 76ºF. Monthly averages: January 65ºF, water 66ºF; April 67ºF, water 68ºF; July 80ºF, water 81ºF; October 75ºF,

water 76ºF. In an average year we see rain on 171 days and sunshine on 200 days.

n WildlifeOne of our most intriguing creatures is the common whistling frog. Their ‘gleep-gleep’ chorus is particularly vigorous after rainfall on warm evenings and you’ll be amazed that a frog little bigger than your thumbnail can be so audible. Easier to spot on wet evenings are enormous cane toads, intro-duced to control cockroaches.

Birds are plentiful; about 375 species have been recorded in Bermuda and 20 are resident. There are hundreds of feral cats and feral chickens – but no feral dogs. We have a few rats, of course, but no snakes.

Spiders are abundant but generally harmless. The occasional poisonous spider arrives on imported lumber but they rarely bother people. Mosquitoes aren’t a problem and there are few bugs to worry about. Try to avoid the Portuguese man-o-war, a purple jellyfish that sports long tentacles and causes a painful sting. Sharks are rare in Bermuda waters.

route Fare Leaving Hamilton’s centralBus Schedule number Zone Bus terminal (time past the hour)

Airport 1, 3, 10, 11 14 00 15 30 45Aquarium 10 11 3 00 15 30 45

Belmont Hotel 8 3 00 15 30 45Botanical Gardens 1, 2, 7 3 00 15 30 45

Caves (Crystal and Leamington) 1, 3 14 15 45Dockyard 7, 8 14 00 15 30 45

Elbow Beach 2, 7 3 00 15 30 45Gibbs Hill Lighthouse 7 3 00 15 30 45

Grotto Bay Hotel 1, 3, 10, 11 14 00 15 30 45Horseshoe Bay Beach 7 3 00 15 30 45

Hospital 1, 2, 7 3 00 15 30 45Mangrove Bay (Somerset) 7, 8 14 00 15 30 45

National Museum of Bermuda 7, 8 14 00 15 30 45Bermuda Perfumery 1, 3, 10, 11 14 00 15 30 45

John Smith’s Bay Beach 1 3 15 45Fairmont Southampton Resort 7, 8 3 00 15 30 45

Town of St. George 1, 3, 10, 11 14 00 15 30 45


weddings

By aManDa DaLe | Whether you want to celebrate your wedding on a

private beach, a yacht or in a spectacular cave, Bermuda has it all.

Whatever the setting, the island is one of the most romantic places in

the world in which to say ‘I do’.

With stunning backdrops of pink sand beaches, a turquoise ocean and

lush flora and fauna, you can be sure that your big day will be colourful,

vibrant and memorable.

More than half of all marriages in Bermuda involve couples from

overseas.

The island’s hotels can offer you a destination wedding with a

difference, and most have packages which include the reception and

honeymoon accommodation.

If you are passionate about the environment, the Fairmont

Southampton Resort offers Eco-Chic Weddings on a private beach with an

organic wedding cake and the chance to plant your own Bermuda Cedar

tree.

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weddingsOur Moon Gates originated in China

w e d d i n g sp o r t r a i t s

e v e n t s

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you can tie the knot under a moongate overlooking the waterfront at the Fairmont Hamilton Princess.

Alternatively, Cambridge Beaches Resort & Spa offers Magical Sunset Weddings on a private beach.

If you want to declare your commitment overlooking the ocean, The Reefs Resort & Club has a wooden deck above the spectacular South Shore.

Or for something completely different, why not hold your reception among the ancient limestone formations of Grotto Bay Beach & Tennis Club’s caves, in an Exotic Cave Wedding?

‘Bermuda’s celebration yacht’ — the UberVida catamaran, can also provide an exclusive setting amid the aquamarine waters of Paradise Lakes.

On such a beautiful island as Bermuda, choosing your venue is probably going to be your toughest decision.

Aside from stunning beaches, there are also scenic locations with commanding views, such as Gibbs Hill Lighthouse and the Commissioner’s House at Dockyard.

The Bermuda National Trust can also provide historic houses and elegant gardens in which to hold your nuptials.

When it comes to tradition,

Bermudians usually have two wedding cakes. The bride has a fruit cake with silver icing, to symbolize a fruitful marriage, while the groom has a pound cake with gold icing, to bring prosperity.

A Bermuda Cedar sapling is placed on top of the bride’s cake and the couple will plant this in a secret location, to symbolize the growth of their bond and love.

PHOTO By KELLy WINFIELD


It is also considered good luck for the

couple to kiss under a moongate.Arranging a wedding in Bermuda is

easier than you might think. you just need to complete a Notice of

Intended Marriage and post this back to the Registrar General, with a $341 fee.

The marriage license will be valid for three months and you just need two witnesses over-18 to attend the service.

If you need help in organizing the wedding, the island has an abundance of talented wedding consultants, photographers, florists, caterers, jewellers and live entertainers.

The Department of Tourism can also offer you a financial incentive. Its ‘So Much More Rewards’ programme provides cash rewards for each overseas visitor you bring to the island, for a party of 15 or more.

The rewards range from $25-50 per person, depending on numbers. So,

weddings To marry here you will need two

Your ‘fairytale’ wedding car If you want a classic, timeless wedding, a vintage car will set the wheels in motion.

In Bermuda you can hire the Branford Elite, an elegant touring car that captures the romance and style of the Jazz Age. Based on the classic Ford Model A (1928-31), the Branford Elite was custom-built in the UK and has been imported by ‘Bermudaful Moments’.

Elizabeth Mayne and Roberta Pachai are the women behind the enterprise.

“This car has that vintage, classic look,” Mrs Mayne told us, “and we will also have a chauffeur dressed for the occasion, in suit and cap.”

Bermudaful Moments will also decorate the vehicle in ribbons and rosettes to reflect your bridal party’s colour scheme.

The car’s cream leather seats take up to six passengers and the roof hood folds down to allow the bride and groom to be visible.

Ms Pachai said: “This is a fairytale wedding car. It will look glamorous and beautiful on your wedding photos.”www.bermudafulmoments.com

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if 30 guests attended your wedding you could earn $900 towards your celebrations.

For more information go to: www.somuchmorerewards.com.

For more details on getting married in Bermuda, see: www.gotobermuda.com/specialty-travel/weddings

to contact the uberVida, e-mail [email protected]

weddingswitnesses who are over 18

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Contact Liz: 333-5886 or Roberta: 505-1419www.bermudafulmoments.com


Postcards from the past

nostalgia

POSTCARDS FROM THE COLLECTION OF STEPHEN HAyWARD

These postcards from the 1930s and ‘40s paint a charming picture

of the Bermuda of yesteryear. Writer Gill Outerbridge helps bring

them to life by penning imaginary messages from a besotted visitor.

Dear Martha,

I cannot believe that I am here in

Bermuda! It is such a paradise!

The voyage to Bermuda was

exciting and our ship docked

in the city — we disembarked

right on Front Street! My friends

conveyed me by carriage to my

guesthouse. The local people use

bicycles and little donkey carts.

Your living sister, Ethel


Dear Martha,Can you believe they have horseracing

here? We took the train from Front Street to

Shelly Bay and walked to the Race Track.

There was a huge crowd of locals cheering

and the horses tore around the white coral

track. I won a bet of four shillings on one

of the races. I gave it to a carriage driver to

take us back to catch the train home!

Dear Martha,There is a wonderful little train here that runs through the islands and makes 40 stops along the way. We alighted near Devils Hole and there were dozens of carriages waiting to collect us. There you get to ‘fish’ with a line but no hook. The pool is full of giant fish and turtles and I thought for sure I could haul a huge

snapper right up but he let go and fell back with a splash!

Dear Martha,Today we set off at dawn for an expedition to St George’s. We trotted along white coral roads shaded with cedar trees with vistas of glorious blue and turquoise water in the little bays and coves. We crossed the Causeway which had to be rebuilt after a hurricane destroyed it. Before it was built you had to drive the carriage onto a barge to be pulled across to St George’s! Imagine!


shopping

YOu’Ve aLreaDY PrOVeD you have good taste by choosing to visit Ber-

muda so it’s fitting that our stores exude quality. There are bargains to be had

— you’ll find hefty price differentials with the U.S. on jewellery, watches, perfume,

silverware, porcelain and crystal. And you’ll enjoy additional relief at the cash

register — there’s no sales tax.

Many stores are in the City of Hamilton, but the Clocktower Mall at Dockyard,

on the western tip of the island, boasts quality gift stores and boutique shops.

And the historic town of St. George’s — at the east end of Bermuda — also has a

lively shopping scene.

Goods made here or produced exclusively for local stores include pottery,

jewellery, paintings and prints, pottery, rum, honey, condiments, cedar ware,

Bermuda shorts, scarves, fragrances and pillows.

Browse the following listings for details.


the Irish Linen Shop — which specializes in luxury goods from all over the world — is one of Front Street’s colourful, landmark stores.

take home quality items that will last

For over 30 years the Original Bermuda Collection has featured timeless designs based on the island’s unique flora, fauna, landmarks and traditions. This collection of locally made treasures will serve as a lovely remembrance of your “Bermuda Experience”. These original, 18 karat gold pieces are hand crafted in Bermuda and sold exclusively by Astwood Dickinson.

BermudaThe Original

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83-85 Front Street, Hamilton, Bermuda 441.292.5805 www.astwooddickinson.com

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go shopping Bermuda Triangle: One of the world’s

Astwood DickinsonHome of the Original Bermuda Collection18 kt Gold Jewellery handmade in Bermuda.Since 1904, Astwood Dickinson has built an outstanding reputation as the finest

jewellery store in Bermuda. As exclusive agents for the world’s

most prestigious jewellery collections and watches, Astwood Dickinson is the perfect place to find a lasting reminder of your Bermuda experience.

In our on-site workshop we handcraft the Original Bermuda Collection. Here you will find beautiful 18 kt gold designs of the island’s unique flora, fauna, landmarks and traditions that make an everlasting remembrance of your Bermuda vaca-tion. The Original Bermuda Collection is also available online at www.astwooddick-inson.com .

Astwood Dickinson also offers exclusive jewellery collections from Tiffany & Co., Hearts on Fire, Links of London and Baccarat. Our watch brands include Patek Philippe, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Cartier, OMEGA, TAG Heuer, Gucci, and Tissot. 83-85 Front Street, Hamilton. Tel: 292-5805Walker Arcade Boutique, Front Street, Hamilton. Tel: 292-4247

HERA Boutique Bermuda’s latest boutique features classic, but stylish, quality merchandise for the Ladies (sizes 6 to 18).

Our collections speak to women of all ages with their updated yet understated appeal.

Additionally, selections from Europe and North America are chosen for their versatil-ity and timeless practicality.

Our European vendors hail from the UK, Portugal, Italy and Germany (Betty Barclay).

Our North American labels, which are not available in department stores, include paperwhite, A’NUE LIGNE, J’Envie and Elliot Lauren, proudly Made In the USA!

Visit Hera Boutique today, you’ll be glad you did!Old Cellar, 47 Front Street, HamiltonTel: 232 4372 between 10am & [email protected]

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Bermuda Blue & Bermuda BreezeTake in the sea air, the aroma of natural fruits & flowers all around us......Bermuda Blue and Bermuda Breeze fragrances em-brace much that is uniquely Bermuda.

Bermuda Blue delicately captures the natural citrus, jasmine and lotus in the air with a nuance of crisp sea spray.

Bermuda Breeze hints more of natural fruits, such as wild berries & mandarin, with a touch of jasmine – creating a lovely fruity floral.

Packaging reflects the brilliant blues and greens of the local water, the immense blue sky, amid a pink sandy beach - captur-ing the essence of this beautiful island paradise.

Take home a piece of Bermuda. Take home Bermuda Blue and Bermuda Breeze.

Available through select stores across the Island and on-line including:Gibbons Company, Reid St., Hamiltonwww.gibbons.bm Peniston Brown, St. George

Perfume Shop, DockyardCarole Holding Shops – Southampton Fairmont & DockyardBrown & Co., Front St., HamiltonA.S. Cooper, Front St., Hamilton, branch and hotel storeswww.ascooper.bm Distributed by P.D.L. LimitedTel: (441) 292-1710 [email protected]

The Irish Linen Shop Step inside our historic cottage shop and be inspired! Luxury products from all over the world have been an Irish Linen Shop trade-mark for over 60 years. Our exquisite table linen collection from Le Jacquard Francais, Bodrum, Settings by Mona, and Karen Lee Ballard along with our amazing selection of table accessories from Deborah Rhodes and Dransfield and Ross will create an unforget-table table setting. Hand embroidered linen from Madeira and double damask from Ireland are still time-honoured traditions at The Irish Linen Shop.

go shoppingmost heavily-sailed shipping lanes


For true local fragrances such as Bermuda Blue & Bermuda Breeze, head to Gibbons Company on Reid Street, one of our best-loved department stores.


Beautiful home fragrances from Antica Farmacista, Dayna Decker, Lafco and the oldest candle maker in France, Cire Trudon will delight your senses. Don’t stop until you experience our bath and body products from Baudelaire and Rain of South Africa. you deserve it!

Wait: The world of Michael Aram and Mariposa are the perfect solution when searching for a gift that will delight the recipient for years. Our home décor selec-tions from Zentique, Oomph, and Roost will transform your home and your outlook.

you’ll love the children’s boutique at The Irish Linen Shop. It’s the place to find beautiful hand smocked dresses from Chan-tal and the classic styles of Papo d’Anjo from Portugal. Later, dream away on the finest Egyptian cotton bedding from yves Delorme, Sferra, Matouk, Peter Reed and Dans Nos Maisons. It’s all here, waiting for you at The Irish Linen Shop, where fine living begins. 31 Front Street, Hamil-ton. Tel: 295-4089; Fax: 295-6552; e-mail: [email protected]

The Bermuda PerfumeryThe Bermuda Perfumery is located at historical Stewart Hall in the heart of St. George’s UNESCO World Heritage Site. Since 1928, The Bermuda Perfumery has been creating and manufacturing fine ladies and gentlemen’s fragrances under the brand Lili Bermuda. All the perfumes are made on premises at Stewart Hall. The Perfumery welcomes visitors for a free tour of its operations and to sample its unique fragrances.

Lili Bermuda loves creating new and original fragrances. Its latest creation, “Alegria”, which means “Joy” in Portu-guese, is celebration of the Bermudian woman: she is modern, international and elegant. Alegria is a white chypre fragrance with a heart of frangipani, Bermuda Cedar, tuberose, patchouli and magnolia.

The Perfumery’s fragrance collection also includes exclusive creations inspired by our beautiful Island. Modern women will love Coral, Pink, and Lily, and men will not

go shopping Locally made products are ‘Bermudiana’

…So much more than juSt LinenS!

Home DécorFine GiFts

LiFe’s Luxuriesobviously you have great taste!

31 Front Street, Hamilton HM 11, BermudaHours: Monday-Saturday 10:00-6:00 P.M.

Tel: 441-295-4089


For that exquisite and unique gift, visit the Bermuda Perfumery in St George’s.

…So much more than juSt LinenS!

Home DécorFine GiFts

LiFe’s Luxuriesobviously you have great taste!

31 Front Street, Hamilton HM 11, BermudaHours: Monday-Saturday 10:00-6:00 P.M.

Tel: 441-295-4089


go shopping Our city covers only 80 acres

want to leave Bermuda without a bottle of our famous fragrances 32° North and 64° West. The “Water Collection”, casual and unisex, will please the affluent and international traveler.

The Perfumery is passionate about the art of perfume making and continues to innovate by using both traditional and modern techniques to produce exceptional perfumes. you are welcome to visit for a free tour of their operations and to sample their exclusive and rare perfumes. The Bermuda Perfumery, Stewart Hall, 5 Queen Street, St. George’s GE 05Tel: 293-0627. Fax: 293-88101-800-527-8213 (toll free in US/Canada)[email protected]. Open Monday to Saturday 9:00am to 5:00pm

The Island ShopThe Island Shop features exclusive and original hand-painted ceramics by Barbara

Finsness that capture the colourful archi-tectural and natural features of Bermuda. There are fine linens that feature her origi-nal embroidered designs and a huge array of different gift items.

The Island Shop is a ‘must visit’ during your stay for gift selections found nowhere else in the world! They will gift-wrap or mail your purchases if desired. Check out their online store at www.islandexports.com. Winner of ‘The Best in Bermuda’ in retail giftware by The Bermudian magazine.

Barbara features her original and printed artwork in the upper gallery of her Front Street store, and some can also be seen in her Southampton and St. George’s loca-tions.Queen Street, Hamilton, tel: 292-5292.Somers Wharf, St. George’s, tel: 297-11514Fairmont Hotel, Southampton, tel: 238-5999


There’s an impressive range of quality, Bermuda themed gifts at The Island Shop on Queen Street.


go shopping U.S. dollars can be used in Bermuda

Bermuda Post OfficeEvery year the Bermuda Philatelic Bureau compiles a collection of commemora-tives and arranges them into an attrac-tive presentation package. This collection continues the Bermuda Post Office’s efforts to portray all facets of Bermuda’s heritage, culture and history.

The Bermuda Philatelic Bureau also services orders for current issues of Bermuda’s commemorative and definitive stamps and, for the convenience of col-lectors, provides a standing order account service with a minimum deposit of thirty dollars. In addition, they maintain a mailing list to provide details of new stamp releases to customers. 56 Church Street, Hamilton. Tel: 297-7807

The Phoenix StoresWith five full-service pharmacies, Phoenix

Stores have been caring for customers and assisting with their health care needs for more than 100 years. Should you need an-swers to health related questions whilst you are on vacation, visit one of their Phoenix pharmacists. Emergency prescriptions are dispensed while you wait and each store car-ries an extensive range of over-the-counter medications.

The stores also carry a wide range of health and beauty products, local and foreign newspapers and magazines, phone cards and postcards, etc.

Visit one of their locations: Woodbourne Chemist, Clarendon Pharmacy, Collector’s Hill Apothecary, Phoenix Centre, Paget Pharmacy and Dockyard Pharmacy for all your essentials.

All stores are open Monday to Saturday; three stores are also open on Sundays and holidays. Tel: 295-3838


Many of the main stores in Hamilton are within easy reach of one another by foot. Shoppers are seen here on Reid Street, which runs parallel to Front Street.


Impeccable personal service has been a hallmark of Crisson Jewellers for many years.

Crisson JewellersCrisson Jewellers embodies Bermuda’s

finest and most cherished traditions. A family business since 1922, the Crisson name is synonymous with quality and value.

The fabulous array of jewellery and watches reflect the style, sophistication and taste of our discerning customers. When you explore our exciting collections, we are sure you will agree that a visit to Crisson is the crowning moment of your Bermuda shopping experience.

Along with the wonderfully eclectic collection of hand-selected pieces from all parts of the world, Crisson are Bermuda’s exclusive source for famous designers including David yurman, Roberto Coin, Marco Bicego, John Hardy, Kabana, Nanis, Pandora, Marah Largo Larimar, and Rebecca . As for diamonds of distinction, Crisson has Bermuda’s largest collection of spectacular cuts from Cento, Memoire, A. Jaffe and Endless Diamonds.

When it comes to timepieces, Crisson

is definitely the place! Crisson are the officially authorised Rolex retailers in Bermuda. you will also find Tag Heuer, Ebel, Raymond Weil, Movado, Tudor, Philip Stein, Christian Dior, Frederique Constant and Fendi. There are also collections from Seiko, Swiss Army, Citizen, Casio, Luminox, Fruitz, Rotary, Guess and Michael Kors.

Our main store is on Front Street in Hamilton, with another on Queen Street.

There’s also a store in the Clocktower Mall at Dockyard. If you are staying in one of Bermuda’s major Hotels, you’ll find a Crisson store there as well. Each of these boutique-style stores features pieces selected from our main collections in Hamilton. The shopping experience is relaxed and intimate, and the quality, value and prices are the same whichever store

you choose to visit.Crisson Jewellers, 55 Front Street & 16

Queen Street, Hamilton; Clocktower Mall,

Dockyard, and all major hotels. Tel: 295-

2351 • www.facebook.com/crissons •

www.crisson.com

jewelleryCrissons is ‘guarded’ by two bronze lions


By SIMON JONES | It’s not everywhere in the world a man can walk down

the street in pink shorts and matching knee-high socks and hold his head

high.

But in Bermuda, no one bats an eyelid when such colourful dressers

wend their way around town.

Bermuda shorts are a national uniform. They come in all colours,

from salmon pink to sunshine yellow.

And they are accompanied by a pair of long socks, called Bermuda

hose, pulled up to the knee. Add a navy blazer, a tie and smart shoes and

you have standard business attire here in the semi-tropics.

Don’t be fooled by the bright colours – Bermuda shorts are serious

stuff. We once passed a law that states they should not be shorter than

six inches above the knee.

PHOTO COURTESy BERMUDA DEPT. OF TOURISM

Bermuda shorts are de rigueur among the island’s businessmen, among others.

island style


Bermuda shorts: A brief history


what’s onisland style

Bermuda shorts trace their origins to the British Army; soldiers sported cut-off trousers to combat the tropical and desert climates they were sent to.

They were created at the turn of the 20th century by office workers in London, whose job it was to make sure the forces were suitably attired in far-flung corners of the Empire.

The look caught on and by the 1950s, most Bermudian men were happy to don a pair of comfortable shorts for work.

Although they are Bermuda shorts by name, they are not made here; typically they’re imported from the United States.

They make terrific gifts and/or mementos and who knows — you might start a trend in your hometown.

The largest selection of Bermuda shorts can be found at the English

Sports Shop, which has several branches islandwide. Its flagship store is at 49 Front Street, Hamilton, tel: 295-2672. n

Wear tasselled loafers with your shorts.

When British soldiers wore shorts on the battlefields of North Africa during WWII, little did they know the look would become fashionable in far off Bermuda.

Bermuda’s leading retailer of exclusive, Bermuda-designed

resort wear for men, women and children.

Mangrove Bay, Somerset, tel: 234-0770 49 Front Street, Hamilton, tel: 295-2672

Somers Wharf, St. George’s, tel: 297-0142


By TERRI MELLO | It’s on every visitor’s shopping list — a souvenir

Bermuda T-shirt. After all, it’s the easiest way to tell the world you’ve paid

a visit to paradise.

And with our help, you can be sure Uncle Hank and little niece Nicole

will be thanking you profusely for that perfect shirt you found.

Whether you’re shopping for a co-worker, relative or yourself, choices

abound in stores across the island. But to make your life easier we’ve

chosen a few of our favourite places to find great Bermuda T-shirts.

If you’ve only got time to visit one store, Onion Jack’s Trading Post,

handily located in the middle of Hamilton’s Front Street, might just take

care of all your needs. Here you’ll find a large array of shirts in all sizes

(up to 5XL), styles and colours. They stock simple and classy, kitschy and

A Bermuda T-shirt is a must-have souvenir

PHOTOS By KAGEAKI SMITH

Onion Jack’s Trading Post not only has a broad range of T-shirts, but also lots of caps and other items that make handy souvenirs or gifts.

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10% discount on purchases over $10 on presentation of this ad. Not valid for tobacco products, parking vouchers, phone cards or other specials.

shoppingHamilton became our capital in 1815.

cute, T-shirts with Bermuda maps, local flowers and birds, Bermuda cottages and even some which proclaim that you’ve survived the Bermuda Triangle. And they cater to all age groups.

Onion Jack’s VP Irene Cardwell says the biggest seller is the store’s signature logo T-shirt. “People like it because it’s so unique,” she told us. Be sure to check out the bargain bins, which offer shirts for as little as $6.95.

you can’t miss Riihiluoma’s Flying Colours on Queen Street. It’s a two-storey souvenir shop that sports an array of flags across its

storefront. Here you’ll find a dazzling collection of just about any kind of Bermuda T-shirt you could possibly

want. A.S. Cooper is a

department store with locations in Hamilton and Dockyard, where you’ll find an array of quality Bermuda T-shirts, ranging from simple and classy to colourful and cute.

Brown & Co., on Front Street in Hamilton, has a range of shirt styles bearing a Bermuda logo, with bright selections

for children and T-shirts boldly stating ‘Life is always better in Bermuda’. And who are we to disagree? n


One of the colourful designs available at Onion Jack’s.


made in bermuda

Washington Mall West, Reid Street, Hamiltonwww.alexandramosher.com | 441-236-9009

art jewellery inspired by Bermuda’s beauty

BERMUDIAN ARTIST Alexandra Mosher draws from the island’s natural beauty to create extraordinary and unique pieces of jewellery.

She incorporates our pink coral sand, sterling silver and gold into her handcrafted designs.

“I developed a love for craft at a very young age,” she told us, “often creating sculptures out of found objects.”

Alexandra studied jewellery design

at The Fashion Institute of Technology in New york and launched her line in

2005. Her work is elegant,

highly collectible and available island wide at AS Cooper, Bermuda Arts Centre in Dockyard, and the Alexandra Mosher Studio Gallery in the Washington

Mall, Hamilton. Tel: 236-9009. Email [email protected].

Alexandra also ships internationally: see www.alexandramosher.com n

Artist draws from nature to craft unique jewellery


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Bermuda an inspiration for handcrafted designs

By LyNN MORRELL | As an artist I try to capture the beauty of what delights me. My lovely little island is a constant source of inspiration for my jewellery: Longtails swooping over the south shore, the tiny whistling frog outside my kitchen door, my grandmother’s cottage.

I trained in a fine jewellery workshop

with several master goldsmiths, one ofwhom is now my husband.

I work mainly in sterling silver as I love to wear it myself and the stones I choose are mostly semi-precious and cabochon cut.

My jewellery is simple, clean-lined

and very easy to wear. It can be found at The Craft Market in Dockyard and The Bermuda Arts Centre at Dockyard. n

made in bermuda


Jewellery designer inspired by our beautiful beaches

JACQUIE LOHAN has been designing and making jewellery since her teens, having studied in her native Canada.

She opened Atlantic Jewellery Studio 12 years ago and won Best of Bermuda Gold Awards in 2005 and 2008.

Her work was even featured on a local postage stamp.

Jacquie’s Oceania Collection features local beach glass in many colours, pink coral and tiny seashells from Bermuda’s

stunning beaches, set in sterling silver. The glass is treated like a gemstone and then mixed with precious stones,

semi- precious gemstones and pearls.

Jacquie crafts both trendy and classic designs; some are bold, others sexy and quite feminine. “There is truly something for everyone” she says.

“Bermuda’s beaches offer me inspiration in a vast array of shapes and colours.” n

By SARAH LAGAN | It’s not as wild

as New Orleans, as uninhibited

as Jamaica or as high octane as

Vegas, but Bermuda’s nightlife is

fun, friendly — and varied. There’s a good choice of laid back

pubs and upscale bars and some hotels also offer live music and dancing. Most restaurants close well before midnight — but ask a local and they’ll point you to a take-out joint if you need a fried food fix in the early hours.

Looking for strip clubs or casinos? Not here. Though decorum’s a watchword, we do know how to let our hair down at night. Here’s our guide to some of the some of the best spots:

In the heart of Hamilton, the Hog Penny is the top spot for live, local bands. Enjoy rock covers by house

musician Will Black, who does a good Bon Jovi impression. From 10pm onwards the DJs take over to keep the party pumping.

The Pickled Onion on Front Street has live music every night in the summer plus open mic sessions, when everyone can join in the fun. A mixed crowd for the live music gives way to younger, party people after 10pm who take to the dance floor with DJs spinning everything from pop, rock, hip hop and R&B. When you need a little fresh air there are great views from the balcony overlooking Hamilton Harbour.

Classy Port O’ Call, also on Front Street, typically draws more mature business professionals, especially at Happy Hour on Fridays. It serves the best French fries in Bermuda and has a chic and yet welcoming atmosphere.

Enjoy a cocktail or two


Whether it’s just for cocktails or for dinner, too, classy Port O’Call on Front Street is warm and welcoming.


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Food and drinks are moderately priced and service is excellent.

Nearby, Café Cairo is another lively spot overlooking the harbour. It has a lavish Middle Eastern theme; enjoy a hookah pipe with friends and sample dishes from Egypt, Lebanon or Morocco. After 10pm a young crowd flocks here to dance or chat on the balcony.

Also on Front Street is Muse, a fine dining restaurant and bistro specializing in French cuisine. It boasts a rooftop skybar overlooking the harbour.

Cosmopolitan Nightclub has an outdoor bar and open air space for dancing. It’s high energy, with DJs playing the lastest music to a mature crowd.

To sample local talent, try the Chewstick Lounge on Elliott Street. This music and spoken word venue is a strong draw for locals of all ages looking for a truly Bermudian experience.

In St George’s, The White Horse pub offers live entertainment and its nightclub, The Light, has DJs spinning the hottest music from around the world. Check out the extensive choice of special cocktails.

Just around the corner is Wahoo’s Bistro and Patio, where patrons enjoying a pre-dinner cocktail or a nightcap spill out onto the cobbled street.

Also in St George’s, The Beach House Restaurant and Bar at Blackbeard’s is a wonderful spot to enjoy a cocktail and a meal while watching the sun go down.

Out west, the lively Bone Fish Bar and Grill at Dockyard attracts a good mix of locals and tourists. It often hosts salsa dancing on the outdoor patio and occasionally live music by local artists.

Also see our pub guide, pages 94 & 95. n

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Lunch: Monday - Friday

Dinner: Monday - Saturday

Closed: Sundays

87 Front Street, Hamilton(upstairs above Port O Call)

Tel: 295-9150

www.pearl.bm Take Out Available


Dinner: 7 days a week

87 Front Street, Hamilton

Tel: 295-5373

www.portocall.bm Private Dining Room


Dinner: Monday - Saturday

Closed: Sundays

Chancery Lane, Hamilton

Tel: 296-8546

www.bistroj.bm

Open: Monday - Saturday,

7:00am - Late

Closed: Sundays

10 Dundonald Street, Hamilton

Tel: 295-0857

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Elegant and classy, Barracuda Grill is a reliable choice for lunch or dinner.

Barracuda Grill Barracuda Grill, one of Bermuda’s most cel-ebrated restaurants, is THE place to go for outstanding seafood and chops prepared in a contemporary style, proudly winning nine Best of Bermuda Awards! Breathtakingly stylish, Barracuda features warm mahoga-ny woods, plush banquettes and a sumptu-ous but ever so comfortable dining room, suitable for power business meals or romantic tête-à-tête’s. If a little early for your reservation, join the other guests at the cozy, hip and tres chic bar with its glowing amber coloured resin topped side bar,

and enjoy cocktails and martinis by our own award winning head bartender, or one of more than 16 wines served by the glass. The Barracuda Grill’s lavish and inviting interior hints at a time of luxurious passenger ships, popping champagne corks, and refined dining, all contemporized to be thoroughly of the moment. Irresistible seafood and

chops prepared with expertise and passion take centre stage on immaculate linen covered tables. 5 Burnaby Hill (above the Hog Penny), Hamilton. Tel. 292-1609. Fax 292-8354.www.barracuda-grill.com Lunch $$ Dinner $$$

Eating out here’s a treat


Our island is small but it offers an abundance of dining options. Casual

dress is acceptable at most restaurants, though some upscale eateries

require a jacket and tie. And it’s best to make reservations. The dollar

signs (see our key, below) offer a rough guide to prices. Also visit www.

bermuda.com for updated information.

Restaurant price ranges per person$ Under $20$$ $20-$40 $$$ $40-$50$$$$ Over $50

Hog Penny Restaurant and Pub The Hog Penny is Hamilton’s oldest licensed establishment, having been in business since 1957 and interestingly is the original inspiration for the Cheers pub in Boston.

Authentic is not a word used lightly at Hog Penny, and our 50-plus year history gives us a delightful patina of age that you just can’t replicate. Our record has been hard earned! Gourmet Magazine, in a De-cember 1987 article exclaimed “it was love at first sight for us, as well as the throngs who flock here”, and as Gourmet wrote, this great institution is hard to beat for a truly authentic experience.

Featuring great cuts of beef, genuine In-dian curries, to-die-for hearty pub style com-fort food that has won countless ‘Best of Bermuda’ awards, and having been featured on The Food Network’s ‘$40 A Day’, the Hog Penny continues to be a favourite spot for generations of locals and visitors alike! 5 Burnaby Hill (Just up from Front Street) Hamilton. Tel. 292-2534 Fax 292-8354 www.hogpennypub.com Lunch $$, Dinner $$

Pickled Onion Restaurant and Bar The Pickled Onion is a contemporary styled upscale but casual restaurant, with Ber-muda’s best bar and ‘see and be seen’ vibe. Our chefs won the prestigious Escoffier Cup at the 2004 Bermuda Culinary Arts Festival, and we have received accolades from Food and Wine magazine, the Washington Post and most recently Giada’s Weekend Get-aways on the Food Network.

Our style of food is North American fo-cused, with global influences, and our goal is to be the best value restaurant in Bermuda. Join us at our classy and fun Martini style bar, which is popular with local profession-als or those wanting to enjoy a night out on the town. We feature live entertainment seven nights a week in season, and are located right on Front Street overlooking

the harbour. We can’t wait to serve you! 53 Front Street, Hamilton. Tel: 295-2263. Fax 295-6291. www.thepickledonion.com Lunch $$ Dinner $$

Victoria Grill The Victoria Grill is an upscale-casual restaurant, quick service café, and cocktail bar, located at the centre of Hamilton, at 29 Victoria Street. Bespoke sophistication and urban chic exude from every each of the three distinct segments that make up the whole VICTORIA GRILL experience:

Java Jive is a quick service gourmet café featuring take away specialty coffees, fresh baked goods, unique breakfast items, and lunches to go, served with 2011 Best of Bermuda awarded customer service. Enjoy your cappuccino and Breakfast Sausage Cheddar & Egg Muffin, North Rock Chicken Wrap or Tuna Melt Panini on our street level patio, shaded by large awnings, and watch the hustle and bustle of Victoria Street, Hamilton’s financial and legal district.

Rumba°r features a 25-seat onyx stone bar and cocktail tables setting a delightful scene indoors. A covered outdoor lounge and below street courtyard beckon, with low tables and upholstered chairs and ban-quettes. Retractable roofing can be quickly deployed to cover the courtyard. Rumba°r is a perfect destination for small and large gatherings of friends, associates or business colleagues from 2 to 200. Our full menu includes delicious Kobe beef burgers, fresh crisp salads, steaks and fish entrees, and of course a wide selection of appetizers. Reserve the V.I.P. Room which, with a flick of a switch, is converted from see through glass to opaque seclusion for that privately staffed business lunch or dinner for up to 12.

Victoria Grill. The perfect place for that important business lunch or power dinner, gatherings of friends, or simply to enjoy an intimate dining experience for two. With a mix of private tables or upholstered booths in the inside dining room, and cushioned


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wicker armchairs and tables overlooking the below street courtyard on our outdoor verandah, Victoria Grill is in the very heart of Hamilton surrounded by sleek offices of International and Local Companies.

The feeling is of a classic city bistro, with numerous wines available by the glass Vic-toria Grill can seat 50 guests inside and 50 outside. With lots of street parking, Victoria Grill is open for Lunch on Monday to Friday, and dinner seven nights a week.29 Victoria Street, Hamilton. Tel. 296-5050 www.irg.bmJava Jive $, Rumbar $$, Victoria Grill $$-$$$

Frog & Onion and Dockyard Brewing Co. The Frog & Onion was created and opened in 1992 by a Bermudian (The Onion) and a Frenchman (The Frog). It is an authentic British style pub with great comfort food and tasty and unique gastro pub style dishes.

The historic building the Frog & Onion is

housed in, a cooperage, was completed in 1853 after the war of 1812. The provision-ing of wooden ships during the days of sail required that almost all provisions be packaged in barrels or casks so they could be man-handled, loaded and stored in the cargo areas of the ship. Empty water casks needed to be taken ashore in ships’ boats for refilling at the watering place. The cooperage space and adjacent Victualling yard were converted to five storehouses in the 1940s and now finds itself home to The Frog and Onion, and so continues in the vict-ualling business.

Dockyard Brewing Co is Bermuda’s only microbrewery, and has the distinction of being the only producer of any type of adult beverage that can put the “Totally Made in Bermuda” stamp on all of its products. Cur-rently featuring 5 different types of beers and ales, Dockyard Brewing is a favourite destination of locals and tourists alike who wish to sample artisanal beverages of ex-

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ceptional quality. The Cooperage Building, 4 Maritime Lane, Royal Naval Dockyard. Tel: 234-2900. Fax: 234-2917. E-mail [email protected]. www.frogandonion.bm. $$

Flanagan’sFlanagan’s is Bermuda’s premiere Irish pub serving the best of Irish and local fare daily for lunch and dinner. Located on Front Street, Flanagan’s has a cozy pub atmo-sphere, affordable prices and friendly ser-vice. There is elevator access and outdoor seating with views of Hamilton Harbour. For a little bit of Ireland in Bermuda where you can enjoy a pint of draft beer and the all day English breakfast in a lively environment, Flanagan’s is the place!

Its sister restaurant the Outback Sports Bar features 22 wide screen high defini-tion TVs and is Bermuda’s only true sports bar. you can watch the game from the big 63” HD TV or watch the match from your

own booth with your own personal TV and remote control. No matter what team you’re rooting for, you’ll always have the best seat in the house; it’s the best place to tailgate in Bermuda! Flanagan’s and the Outback Sports Bar are located across from the flag pole in the Emporium Building. 69 Front Street. Tel. 295-8299 www.flanagans.bm Lunch $$, Dinner $$

PortofinoFor over 35 years we’ve been Bermuda’s favorite Italian restaurant. From a quick, deli-cious pizza, to homemade pastas and exotic dishes, all will delight in our bustling Italian atmosphere. Prices are right and we offer al fresco dining. Winner of the ‘City of Hamilton Food Festival 2012’ — People’s Choice Award for Best Restaurant. Trip Adviser Certificate of Excellence for 2012. Lunch is served weekdays 11:30am to 2pm. Dinner is served 7 days a week 6pm to 11pm. Reservations recommended. Our take-out service is avail-able Monday through Friday from 11am to

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what’s onfood & drinkmixed with ginger beer – delicious!

10pm, and Saturday and Sunday from 4pm to 10pm. Bermudiana Road, just off Front Street, Hamilton. Tel: 292-2375. Take-out: 296-0606. Lunch $, Dinner $$

Chatham House Bermuda’s leading specialty tobacco shop, established in 1895. Offering a marvellous selection of fine tobaccos and gifts for visitors, satisfaction is guaranteed. Our extensive range includes English Briar pipes, and a selection of Havanas such as Punch, Partagas, Romeo y Julieta, Upmann, Montecristo, Cohiba and Bolivar — all at good savings over U.S. prices.Corner of Front and Burnaby Streets, Hamilton. Tel: 292-8422

Somerset Country SquireEnjoy lunch or dinner at Somerset Country Squire, overlooking Mangrove Bay, in Sand-ys Parish, while you chat with the locals about Bermuda. Local cuisine includes fish chowder, seafood, locally caught lobster

when in season. Our Sunday Bermuda tradi-tional “codfish and potato breakfast” has all the trimmings, banana, boiled egg with avocado pear (when in season). Whether you’re a party of one or a group, you’ll enjoy our service and food. Serving Monday through Wednesday from 3pm to 10pm, and Thursday through Sunday from noon to 9pm. 10 Mangrove Bay Rd., Somerset. Tel: 234-0105. Lunch $$ Dinner $$

The Pink Beach ClubFor a most romantic setting make your way to the beautiful Pink Beach Club in Tucker’s Town. The Bermudiana Restaurant prepares five-course gourmet dinners in elegant surroundings with stunning ocean views. A jacket is required for gentlemen, ties are op-tional. The table d’hotel menu changes daily and we are happy to accommodate special dietary requirements. Dinner served nightly 7pm — 9:30pm. South Road, Tucker’s Town. Tel: 293-1666. Breakfast $$, Lunch $$, Dinner $$$$


brunch

By MIkAELA IAN PEARMAN | Brunch in Bermuda isn’t just a meal, it’s a

way of life.

On Sundays, our restaurants are filled with friends and loved ones

catching up, laughing, drinking — and of course, eating.

It’s only semi-casual. While you don’t have to be dressed to the nines,

people do tend to make some effort. So

leave your sweats and sneakers at the

hotel.

The options are broad. If you

prefer breakfast items, places such as

Windows on the Sound at the Fairmont

Southampton start early with waffles,

Dine with the locals and enjoy a Sunday tradition


Enjoy a cocktail before brunch on a spectacular terrace at The Reefs.

Most brunches here include freshly carved meats.


brunchEnjoy a mimosa with your brunch

omelette stations, pancakes, eggs as you like them and smoothies. Plus of course the traditional Bermudian Sunday breakfast — codfish and potatoes with all the trimmings.

Other brunches are more geared towards lunch items and don’t start until noon, such as Henry VIII and The Reefs. So as well as codfish and potatoes you’ll find a carvery, macaroni and cheese, sushi, soups, salads — and of course a superb selection of desserts.

They do Sunday brunch in style at the elegant Fourways Inn, Paget. There’s a delicious spread of hot and cold dishes and terrific desserts. A large dining room is split into small sections and the staff are pleasant and knowledgeable.

At the Waterlot Inn, diners are greeted with their first course as they sit and then encouraged to partake in the buffet of salads, sushi, breads, fruit and so on. Main courses are ordered from a menu while dessert is a buffet.

Generally, beverages are not usually included, except for tea and coffee, and prices start at $30 per person plus gratuities.

Join the locals at brunch for a truly Bermudian dining experience. Note: Brunch schedules vary and reservations are often required. Always best to call ahead. n


Brunch at At Henry VIII is fit for a king but the prices are reasonable.

Elegance personified: No-one does brunch in scruffy jeans at the classy Fourways Inn.


HAMILTON’S FRONT STREET is the centre of our pub scene and the

Pickled Onion is a great starting point. With live music, good food and a

friendly atmosphere, it’s probably our most popular bar.

The Hog Penny, a cozy, oak-panelled bar that inspired the Bull and

Finch pub in Cheers, is just a few steps around the corner.

Back on Front Street, Flanagan’s, an Irish bar with an American feel,

and the Outback sports bar, which screens everything from basketball to

cricket, are worth checking out.

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Flanagan’s has cosy décor, pleasant staff and boasts a harbourfront terrace. It’s s one of our most popular spots.

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The ‘shame’ bit kicks in if you find yourself still partying in the early hours,

having planned a ‘quiet’ night out.

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Nearby, The Beach – self-proclaimed ‘shame of Front Street’ – is a popular late-night spot. It has a good bar menu and closes late; the ‘shame’ bit kicks in if you find yourself still partying in the early hours, having planned a ‘quiet’ night out.

Bermudiana Road caters to a more sophisticated crowd. Smart shoes,collared shirts and well-padded wallets are required here, where upscale wine bars nestle between swish restaurants.

The Robin Hood on Richmond Road is a lively, British-style pub with reasonably priced food and live sports.

If you’re streetwise and like to stray off the beaten track, take a wander down Court Street, where you’ll enjoy the atmosphere in bars like the Spinning Wheel, where the DJ keeps the dance floor busy with a mix of classic soul, reg-gae and soca.

The friendly Swizzle Inn, near the airport, is always a good night out and is famous for potent rum swizzle cocktails.

North Rock Brewery on South Road, Smith’s Parish is a good spot to sample locally brewed beers — St. David’s Pale Ale is our favourite.

The Frog and Onion in Dockyard will also serve you an authentic, local pint of beer and along with the Bone Fish Bar & Grill, a terrific people-watching spot, it’s your best bet in Dockyard.

Out west, the Country Squire in Somerset has a beautiful wooden balcony overlooking Mangrove Bay and is worth a visit, while Henry VIII in Southampton is another popular spot.

Wherever you go, don’t drink and ride — leave your rental scooter at the hotel and take a bus, cab or ferry. Cheers! n

Rum swizzle is deceptively strong


Rude not to.

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the last word

By TIM HODGSON | L.F. Wade International Airport is our main portal to

the outside world and there could be no more apt tribute to the man after

whom it is named — a courteous, cultured and transformative political

figure.

Leonard Frederick Wade (1939-1996) was sometimes bemused and

occasionally exasperated by one of the occupational hazards of island

life — his fellow Bermudians’ tendency to quarantine themselves from

international developments.

Our airport bears his name

Secluded Bermuda’s proclivity for retreating back into old habits and traditional routines during a post-World War era of runaway global reform and restructuring was what drew this one-time high school teacher-turned-lawyer into the island’s political arena in the early 1960s.

A founding member of Bermuda’s first political party and its leader at the time of his unexpected death, Wade was first elected to a legislature that ran this small country as if it was a large country club. His Progressive Labour Party’s calls for making over an island which remained racially segregated, economically stratified and politically arrested were initially met by bafflement, serial stop-gap measures and an over-reliance on noblesse oblige by Bermuda’s patrician elite, rather than any long-term

remedial programmes. Bermuda stubbornly

insisted on attempting to remain a Victorian outpost well into the Jet Age.

But Wade forthrightly challenged Bermuda’s unwritten policy of being in the world but not of the world.

His personal and political mission was to encourage Bermuda to make a rapprochement with modernity, to

redress longstanding racial and socio-economic inequities not by way of violent revolution but rather through an incremental process of evolution.

And by the time of his death, he had helped to coax, cajole and occasionally arm-twist his countrymen into accepting the unavoidable fact there really were no more islands anymore — not even Bermuda. n

L.F. Wade

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