Destination - Bermuda & the
Bahamas
Soak up electric blue waters, track the pursuits of
legendary pirates and unravel the mystery of the Bermuda Triangle.
Introduction
Bermuda
is perceived as a tropical paradise, but dubbing it such would do injustice to
the pastel cottages, quaint shops, and manicured gardens that are the markers of
a more staid, suburban way of life. Still, sun, sea and sand are the mitigating
factors that prompt half-a-million-plus annual visitors. This Atlantic haven is
one of the cleanliest places in the world, for it is without slums, crime and
unemployment. It boasts a mild climate, pink beaches, turquoise waters, coral
reefs, 17th-century architecture and splendid golf courses.
The
Bahamas
is a unique country, for it is comprised of 700 islands - and 75% of the land
mass lies underwater. The sea is this country's prevailing feature, and local
painters, divers, boat builders, fisherman and chefs all draw inspiration from
it. Though the
Bahamas
is only an hour's flight from
Florida
, it seems much more secluded, and there are times when you may discover that
the only set of footprints gracing the shore belong to you. You can unwind on a
luminous beach, witness marching pink flamingos, visit ancient forts and explore
underwater caves.
Getting Around
Mapping your way through the streets of Bermuda and the
Bahamas
is quite possible. Larger cities might require the use of a guide, but most
towns are relatively small and a day's walk enables you to take in all the chief
attractions. Locals are friendly and they are more than willing to point you in
the right direction.
Examples of shore excursion opportunities in
Bermuda and the Bahamas include:
Sports Excursions
Mountain
bike the
Bermuda
railway trail through King's Wharf and take in stunning seascapes.
Parasail
400 feet over the skies of Cococay.
Golf
at the popular Robert-Trent Jones'-designed Port Royal Golf Club in
Hamilton
,
Bermuda
.
Adventure Expeditions
Cruise the waters of
Paradise
Island
in
Nassau
at 70 miles-per-hour in an authentic championship race boat.
Tandem
sky dive over the Grand Bahamas from more than 10,000 feet.
Kayak safari through St. George,
Bermuda
past breathtaking lagoons and vibrant coral reef.
Cultural Attractions
Visit
an 18th century Bahamian mansion in the Grand Bahamas and create, bottle and
name your own perfume.
Hear
the sounds of authentic steel drum bands and watch limbo and fire dancers when
you visit the Clayhouse Inn Nightclub at St. George,
Bermuda
.
Unravel the mystery of the Bermuda Triangle at the
Ocean
Discovery
Center
in
Hamilton
.
Nature Trips
Walk
through the Garden of the
Groves
in
Freeport
and view its 10,000 plants, waterfalls, duck ponds and native birds.
Spelunk
Bermuda's
Crystal
Caves
, a vast cavern in
Hamilton
that descends 120 feet below the surface to a crystal-clear pond below.
Tour the tropical paradise of Half Moon
Cay
,
Bahamas
and see swaying palms, sea grape trees, curly-tailed lizards and banaquit
birds.
Historical
Tours
Retrace
the steps of legendary pirates in
Nassau
when you visit the dungeons of
Fort
Fincastle
and
Fort
Charlotte
.
Trolley
train tour
Bermuda
's Royal Naval Dockyard, which the British built in the early 1800's as a harbor
for its fleet of ships.
Tour
St. George's
Carriage
Museum
, St. Peter's Church and King's Square by candlelight.
Wildlife
Interaction
Journey
through Discover Atlantis, an extensive marine habitat aquarium in
Nassau
that is home to more than 150,000 fish representing 200 species.
Tickle
the tummy of a giant stingray in Half Moon
Cay
,
Bahamas
.
Swim
with friendly dolphins at
Blue
Lagoon
Island
in
Nassau
.
Shopping Districts
Shop
at
Freeport
's International Bazaar, a 10-acre complex comprising 90 shops representing
different regions of the world.
Delight
in the vast array of handicrafts sold at the world-famous straw marketing
Nassau
.
Browse the Crafts Market for Shetland sweaters and bone
china in
Hamilton
,
Bermuda
.
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