Bermuda Travel Tips

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Keep in Mind.

• There's more than one Bermuda Most people think of Bermuda as one island, but in reality, it's an archipelago of more than 100. Tourist activity is largely concentrated on the largest of the chain, which is also known as Bermuda.
• There's no Caribbean anywhere in sight Calling Bermuda "Caribbean" has confused a lot of travelers. In reality, these islands are off the coast of North Carolina.
• U.S. dollars are accepted Bermuda is certainly expensive, but its dollar is on par with the U.S. dollar, which is widely accepted. Save yourself some trouble and pay for everything in American bills.

A visit to Bermuda means that there's a good chance you'll see men milling about the capital city of Hamilton dressed in crisp and prim business shirts, tucked neatly into seemingly casual short trousers. Their "Bermuda shorts" fit well into the mystique surrounding these lonely islands of the Atlantic islands that hold tight to their British customs, elegance and etiquette, but still know how to let loose under a subtropical sun.

Usually, the people who visit are looking for a little luxury. Top activities include spa treatments and afternoon tee times. Need a break from the golf clubs or a change of pace after your facial? Try stretching out on the dazzling pink sand at Elbow Beach or Horseshoe Bay Beach. strolling past the old-time buildings in Historic St. George or polishing up on your naval history at the Bermuda Maritime Museum. These islands don't put on a pretense of being "hip," but they do offer a charming old-school sophistication that's hard to find anywhere else.

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Bermuda Culture Customs

Bermuda is a blend of British, American and West Indian traditions and cultures. The island has mixed its elusive past to create its own customs. Bermuda shorts are the norm here, even during business hours, but it's best to pair them with a jacket for tea time or the dinner hour. Wearing a bathing suit or even sandals anywhere besides the beach is frowned upon.

Bermuda Dining

Considering that its islands are surrounded by the Atlantic on all sides, Bermuda has the inside edge on quality seafood. But its remote location at sea also means almost all other ingredients are imported in, and at a premium Bermuda restaurants are universally described as expensive.

Dining on the islands is also more formal than on other destinations, so you should call ahead to find out the dress code. Although you can keep your Bermuda shorts on for the dinner hour, many establishments prefer you accessorize with a jacket and tie. Most visitors dine in the central parishes where there are more dining options. Ascots and Fourways Inn are two popular spots that offer European menus with fresh and local ingredients. If ethnic cuisine is what you crave, recent travelers and experts recommend House of India.

Port O' Call. The Lobster Pot Boat House Bar and The Harbourfront Restaurant and Komodaru Sushi Lounge all offer fresh seafood local island dishes. Once you're seated, try local delicacies like Bermudian wahoo, which is a type of white fish, some lobster or rockfish.