Discover Bermuda
Said to be the lip of a huge dormant underwater volcano, Bermuda, situated 650 miles off the east coast of Africa, is Britain's oldest colony and is a picture of beauty and serenity. It's white-pink beaches flank lush islands that are smothered with tall trees and historic colonial towns. It is now a much sought after destination for beach holidays with a difference, made up of around 200 coral islands it makes a wonderful base for snorkelling and diving for both novices and experts. It is a land of different opinions, the American's that visit here on their holidays are generally of the opinion that it is very English in style, whereas the English that visit feel it is traditionally American in atmosphere. Whatever your opinion of it's orientation, holidays in Bermuda are an out of this world experience with the relaxed island life washing over visitors.
Holidays Bermuda
Consisting of seven main islands that are linked by bridges and causeways making them all very accessible, all of the seven main islands have popular places to spend lengthy holidays as there are plenty of things to do throughout the islands. It is a wonderful option for those who like to explore on foot during their holidays, measuring just 20 miles from tip to tail with an abundance of walking routes and scenery to peruse during relaxed, lengthy holidays. Hamilton is the country's capital and is a particularly popular, bustling part of the island, with plenty of restaurants, bars, and interesting spots for you to enjoy during your holidays. There are also quieter more tranquil resorts within Bermuda that are more suited to those seeking to get away from it all on their holidays, where one can stay in a beach hut with virtually no disturbances other than the lapping of the sea and the rustling of the palm trees.
Getting to Bermuda
It is possible to get a direct flight from the UK with British Airways that lasts just over seven hours although these may not be overly frequent. The short journey time makes this exotic destination within easy reach for once in a lifetime family holidays. Flights land in Hamilton, which is particularly well links to the rest of the main islands.
The culture in Bermuda
The culture of Bermuda is somewhat mixed and unusual with smart dress being little more than a jacket with shorts, whilst bikinis and swimwear are banned more than 25 feet away from the water, keeping a relaxed yet conservative attitude. There are no all night parties here but there is a lively and fun nightlife and entertainment scene, most of which takes place either through the hotel complexes or in the main centres. It has become a very popular centre of trade as well because of it's tax advantages, this has enabled Bermuda to become a very affluent island. The success of these businesses has encouraged popular high quality hotel chains who have set up many very high class complexes throughout the islands for you to enjoy during your holidays.
