bermuda magazine april 2016

BERMUDA . April 20162

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2 Welcome4 What’s Inside6 Bermuda HaHa8 Integrity & Reliability Crisson Jewellers

10 Bermuda Dreaming 12 Lili Bermuda13 Weddings14 Mixing Business with pleasure St. George’s Club

16 April in Bermuda18 Ten Ways to Tour the Island22 April Calendar of Events & Ongoing Activities30 Offshore Adventures & Activities34 Inspired by Bermuda Alexandra Mosher Studio Jewellery

36 Shopping Guide37 Stay Beautiful - April Foolproof Beauty Tricks42 Buy Bermuda - Perfectly Pink44 Treasures of the Sea – Atlantic Jewellery Studio

46 Art Matters47 Bermuda Book Guide50 Golf52 Historical Stories - Heritage Matters54 Historial Stories - Do You Know56 Places to Unwind in the Open Air57 Gosling’s Master Class60 Bistro J – 5 Reason’s to celebrate...80 Nightlife Guide – Hamilton after hours

what’s inside

On The CoverBermuda DreamingAmanda Temple, Alex Masters, John Manderson, Jacqueline Alma and Becky Spencer.www.bermudadreaming.com

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The Bermuda Post Office is pleased to offer “150th Anniversary of Bermuda’s Queen Victoria Postage Stamps”, a series of five stamps. The series depicts the five Victoria Stamps as well as the changes in communicating over 150 year period. This new commemorative series was released on 15 October 2015. First Day Cover $7.00, cost per set $5.85.

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For more information please e-mail [email protected]

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Explore BermudaCENTRE OF THE MAGAZINE16 pages of key information on exploring Bermuda including maps of St. George’s, Dockyard and Hamilton and a pull out map of the island.

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Before I lived on the Island, I thought that phrase referred to greeters smiling at you at the airport; folks in the street who say “Good morning” to strangers; or bus drivers fielding with a smile questions such as “Do you have electricity in Bermuda?” (actually asked of me, on a bus).

That’s not really what “friendly people” means. Bermudians are friendly enough to let you live your life in peace and quiet, regardless of what they think of you. They’re open enough to give anyone a chance, and quite often a second chance, to prove their worth to the community.

Those are generalisations, obviously. There are Bermudians (four that I’ve met) whom one could not, in one’s wildest dreams, describe as friendly. But then four bad apples don’t spoil the whole bunch.

Through no fault of their own, Bermuda’s friendly people have ruined my life. After spending most of my

adult life on the Island, I left, comforted by the notion that people are people. If Bermuda was full of friendly people, I reasoned, so must everywhere else be.

Everywhere else is not full of friendly people. You probably already knew that. I won’t bore you with how unfriendly people in other places can be, although I’d love to fill this magazine and next month’s issue with details of the unfriendliness I have encountered outside Bermuda.

During much of my stay in Bermuda, I was a reporter. I had to tell the truth, and if there’s one thing unfriendly people hate, it’s the truth. Despite my nosy presence as a fact-finder, I never once ran into anyone in Bermuda who objected very much to what I was doing, or how I did it.

Outside Bermuda, people actively hate me for telling the truth. They’d rather tear their heads off than have to face facts, and woe betide the messenger who supplies the facts.

In Bermuda, almost all the friendly people leave you alone to get on with your life. You can live in a field or an embassy, and people don’t much care, so long as you respect them. Where I live now, being oneself is punishable by humiliation and bruising.

If you’re a visitor, it’s probably much the same where you live. My advice would be to move to Bermuda as soon as possible, and never leave. You probably can’t, though, because Bermuda’s friendly people have pretty unfriendly immigration laws. They have to, or all the friendly people in the world would move there, and the rest of the world would be governed and populated by swine – which it pretty much already is, come to think of it.

If you can’t move to Bermuda, visit as often as possible. Suck up the friendly atmosphere and take some of it home with you. You’ll probably be beaten up by unfriendly people, but don’t give in. Visit Bermuda again and again. If enough people did that, the world would be a better place.

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its Friendly People BY ROGER CROMBIE


crisson jewellersIntegrity & Reliability

SINCE 1922

Three generations of a family dedicated to quality, integrity and reliability sets Crisson apart from the rest. Established in 1922, Crisson is the iconic Bermuda store, renowned for its world class collections of fine watches and jewellery. The expert customer service team and after sales professionals always create a memorable shopping experience and cater for the individual needs of each and every customer. With the latest designs from the most respected names, you are sure to find that special piece to cherish forever at Crisson - and at prices that are certain to make your smile and satisfaction even greater!

Crisson is the Official Rolex Retailer in Bermuda and the exclusive agent for sought-after names such as David Yurman, Roberto Coin, Marco Bicego, Nanis, John Hardy, and Mikimoto. The internationally popular Pandora collection is also a Crisson Bermuda exclusive.

At Crisson you will find many leading Swiss watch names including TAG Heuer, Tudor, Ebel, Movado, Raymond Weil, Frederique Constant and Victorinox Swiss Army. Seiko and Citizen watches are there too, as well as a wide mix of fashionable brands including Michael Kors, Philip Stein, Shinola, WeWood, Luminox and even Lego.

Crisson’s own House Jewellery Collection boasts an impressive array of fine gemstone jewellery, including an extensive diamond collection, with all certified stones graded exclusively by the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), the trusted authority worldwide. Featuring an eclectic mix of precious coloured stones, it’s exciting to find many exceptional and unusual specimens in their dazzling collection; including sapphires, rubies, emeralds, tanzanites, and a recent discovery of rare morganites.

Crisson’s jewellers and designers have also created their own unique interpretations of Bermuda-inspired mementos. These include many gold and silver charms that they will happily place on your bracelet at no additional charge.

Crisson’s elegant flagship store is at 55 Front Street, Hamilton and there you will find the full range of their collections. The Crisson store at 16 Queen St, Hamilton is the firm’s original location and showcases many unique and unusual pieces. There are also Crisson boutique shops at Dockyard and the Fairmont Southampton. Wherever you choose to shop, you’ll agree that a visit to Crisson is an essential part of your Bermuda experience!

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bermuda dreamingAn Instagram Initiative

Bermudian photographer, Amanda Temple has recruited a passionate team of artists, designers, entrepreneurs, environmentalists, photographers and island enthusiasts to use Instagram to show the world the beautiful island they’re proud to call home. Sadly, the #bermuda feed is often flooded with unrelated imagery and it urged Amanda to strive to create a more “honest” representation of the island. Many travellers are now using Instagram in place of Google or Trip Advisor, when planning their next vacation, looking for that honesty. Unlike Google, an often faceless and vast resource, Instagram’s success is hinged on a human connection. “The power of this lies in the medium,” she insists. “I really felt it was important to put faces to this project, to inspire people to come and visit and provide a happy place to share Bermuda experiences and memories.”

Research has shown that vacationing has taken on a new shape since the advent of social media. Dreaming is the first stage in trip planning, followed by researching, booking, the experience itself and, finally, sharing. It was with this in mind that @bermudadreaming was born. “This isn’t exactly a novel idea,” Amanda maintains, humbly. “Many people are already sharing their images on Instagram. I am just hoping we can all share more! We’d like to encourage collaboration. Tag posts with #bermuda, and #bermudadreaming for a chance to be featured on Bermuda Dreaming. Please share your Bermuda stories with us.”

Visit www.bermudadreaming.com for more details.

Photos by: Susie Tindall, John Manderson, Stratton Hatfield, Alex Masters, Alexandra Mosher, Jacqueline Alma, Nhuri Bashir, Amanda Temple, Meredith Andrews, Urban Cottage Bermuda, Becky Spencer, Coral Coast ClothingSacha Blackburne

Left to Right: Karriem Sharrieff, Meredith Andrews, Ron Spencer, Selange Gitschner, Weldon Wade, Anna Anthony, Sam Outerbridge, Amanda Temple, Susie Tindall, Adam Petty, Alexandra Mosher, Nicole Golden, Becky Spencer and Nhuri Bashir.

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A.S. Cooper Main Store59 Front Street, Hamilton

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l ili bermudaLuxury Candles

BY BRIGITTA WOHLMUTH

The Bermuda Perfumery, Stewart Hall, 5 Queen Street, St George’s, 441-293-0627

The fine fragrances of Lili Bermuda already take a number of forms. There’s the cologne, body lotion and shower gel; even soap on a roap and solid perfume. All the items are available in the majority of their signature scents. Still it seems that people just can’t get enough and the high demand for candles at the Perfumery has pushed them to launch their latest product.

“Our customers want to have their favourite scents in candles, so I’m happy to give it to them but I’m giving it to them in a luxurious way,” says Isabelle Ramsay-Brackstone, the Perfumer.

The new Lili candles are as luxurious as they are eco-friendly. Made from 100% botanicals, they boast an organic cotton wick and come in a fashionable, velvety-blue pouch, instead of the typical cardboard box. Their efforts are to create products that you will “reuse, love and share”, right down to the packaging.

For the moment, the candles are available in just three of their most popular fragrances. “Cedar is an iconic Bermuda scent, which we complement with lavender, rosemary and bergamot, to keep it modern and clean.” Isabelle explains that the herbaceous scents keep the wood from smelling dusty. When burning, the candle emits a warm and comforting aroma that would nicely permeate the living room, the library or the home-office.

“And then South Water is more of our young, beachy, fun, exotic scent,” she continues. If you favor smells that are sweet, fresh and fruity, this one takes the cake. With top notes of juicy guava, mandarin and coconut milk, the scent is equally flirtatious as it is relaxing. It would be a nice accent to the bedroom, or even the patio on a summer’s evening, where it’s sure to be a conversation starter if you’re the type who enjoys entertaining.

But maybe you want to keep your Lili candle all to yourself, to enjoy the smell while you apply your make-up, or soak in a warm bubble bath. “Coral is very elegant, I would put it on my vanity,” suggests Isabelle. The delicate, floral fragrance combines roses and freesias with the zest of ginger and clementine, to capture the very ‘essence of spring’ in Bermuda.

Or find your favorite fragrance at The Bermuda Perfumery in Stewart Hall, St. George’s and at Lili Bermuda on Front Street, Hamilton!

If you’re already a fan, you can get the candle as part of the Collector’s Gift Set which contains the whole line of products for the ‘unconditional Coral lover’.


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BERMUDA WEDDING ESSENTIALS TO GET YOU STARTED...

FLOWERSGiMi on Front Street, 37 Front Street, Hamilton. 441.297.GiMi(4464), www.flowersbygimi.comMARITAL LICENSERegistry General, 30 Parliament Street, Hamilton. 441 297 7709FOR THE GROOMEnglish Sports Shop, 49 Front Street, Hamilton, 441 295 2672WEDDING PLANNERClass Act Design, www.classactdesignsbermuda.comCATERINGIsland Restaurant Group (IRG), 441 295 3648, www.irg.bmVENUEBermuda Underwater Exploration Institute, 40 Crow Lane, Pembroke. 441 292 7219. www.buei.orgJEWELLERYDavidrose, Water Street, St. George’s. 441 293 7673, www.davidrose.bmMAKEUP & HAIRStrands, 31 Reid Street, Hamilton. 441 295 0935PHOTOGRAPHYAmanda Temple, www.amandatemple.com RESISTRYA.S. Coopers, 59 Front Street, Hamilton. 441 295 3961. www.ascooper.bm

For a full list of vendors visit www.bermuda.com

Dream-like: Soft, late afternoon light on a ‘Bermudaful’ beach — could it be more romantic?

Photo: Amanda Temple Fine Art Photographer

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St. George’s ClubBY BRIGITTA WOHLMUTH

Meet Dr. Argentine S. Craig, a diversity consultant who hails from Baltimore, Maryland. She is one of Bermuda’s loyal, repeat visitors with an unwavering love for the Island. Through the St. George’s Club, a colony cottage hotel, she was able to make Bermuda her second home and this is her story.

When and why did you first come to Bermuda? I have been visiting to Bermuda since 1984. The first time I came as a visitor, but I was also on business, after being invited by the Government to do some diversity training at the Bermuda College.

What made you decide that you would keep coming back? For me it was the friendships that I developed. After my initial visit, I kept coming back every year for vacation and to meet my friends and old colleagues. I have a whole network of people that I visit every time I come to the island. So I’ve had a 31-year relationship with Bermuda and its people.

When and why did you decide to become a member of the St. George’s Club? It wasn’t until 2005 that I became a member. I was travelling back and forth to the island every year, and then I decided that, yes, it’s nice to come in and out, visit friends and do some consulting work, but I also wanted to have a nice place to come and bring my family. So I decided to buy a one bedroom unit, and then I upgraded to a 2-bedroom cottage. I had a club membership for 10 years, and it’s really been wonderful to stay connected with the island.

What was the best part about owning a cottage with the club?It was a place where I could come and visit the friends I had made on the island 30 years prior. But it was also a place where my family (my daughter, granddaughter, grandsons and friends) could come and share the beautiful space with me in St. George’s. The whole staff is warm, welcoming and friendly. It was really like a paradise home away from my city.

What is your fondest memory of the St. George’s Club?For my granddaughter’s graduation from middle school, before going into high


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school, she wanted as a present to come stay at the club and to bring one of her friends with her. So the two of them came that summer and they just had a wonderful time, riding the bus, going down to the beach, enjoying the walks, the shops, the reenactments and the replica of the Deliverence. It was just a perfect gift, and a joy that they still talk about. Now they are in high school and they still talk about it. I think it cemented their friendship, and that was a present I was able to afford them with my membership.

What do you love most about St. George’s? The small-ness of it, and the history. It was the island’s first capital, so there’s a lot of history there; Somer’s garden, the old Unfinished church, the buildings and of course the beaches. My favorite is Achilles Bay, next to Fort St. Catherine’s. The club actually has a shuttle that takes you to their restaurant there, ‘The Beach House at Blackbeards’. It’s right on the water and you can go for a walk on the beach before or after dinner, the whole area is just so lovely.

Cottage interior bedroom & living room/dining area.

View of Achille’s Bay from the patio at The Beach House at BlackBeard’s Hideout

St. George’s Club is a premier vacation resort overlooking the picturesque UNESCO world heritage site that is Bermuda’s oldest town. It is an exclusive enclave of condominium style Bermuda cottages with full kitchens and large living space to relax and enjoy on your visit.

If you are (or wish to be) a regular visitor to the island then consider ownership or renting with the club, which gives you the advantages of a first class permanent vacation home in Bermuda. The St. George’s Club boasts two fabulous restaurants, three pools (one heated for cooler evenings) and three tennis courts as well as a small gym and scooter rentals available on the property. So you can enjoy all the amenities of home during your stay in paradise, with the opportunity to return year after year.

St. George’s Club | 6 Rose Hill, St. George’s | 441-297-1200 | www.stgeorgesclub.bm


april in bermuda...A few suggestions from us to you

Experience the Island’s Dynamic Yoga SceneYou can look forward to sunrise meditations, chanting in nature’s underground amphitheater of a crystal cave, yoga-focused vendor village, and soulful mantra grooves at the Bermuda Yoga Festival 2016. From April 29st- May 1st, enjoy the special rates at Grotto Bay Hotel as you participate in a three-day weekend full of yoga

and live conscious music. International and local yoga teachers, energy healers, musicians, storytellers, visionaries and conscious entrepreneurs will lead yoga workshops in asana, chakras, mantra, meditation, mudras, pranayama, Sanskrit, yoga philosophy, Vedic wisdom and more. So, find yourself in the triangle at this unique biannual festival, a must-see event for yogis of all levels. Info: bermudayogafestival.com

Explore Fort St. Catherine and watch the Sunset from the Beach House at Blackbeard’s hideout. Bermuda’s historic Fort St. Catherine, a coastal artillery fort at the North-East tip of St. George’s island is the perfect stop for a little afternoon exploring. Successively redeveloped, the fort was used first by Bermudian Militia and then by regular Royal Artillery units from 1612 into the

20th century. Today it houses a fantastic museum. Afterwards, head over to the Beach House at Blackbeard’s hideout and watch the sun disappear over cocktails and dinner. This special spot is reportedly where one Edward Teach, better known as Blackbeard, spend some time hiding out from the Governor Eden of North Carolina around 1718. Info: 441 297 1200

Taste the Loquat Gold Liquor Cake at Bermuda Rum Cake CompanyThe Bermuda Gold Liquor is made from locally harvested loquats, a seasonal fruit which blossoms in spring. The liquor is a member of the Gosling’s family of rums, and sold exclusively on island. During the month of April you can try these two distinct local flavours in one delicious recipe at the

Bermuda Rum Cake Company, which is located in the lively town of Dockyard. The special liquor-saturated cake is available for a limited time only, so be sure to visit the factory before you leave! It’s one of the island’s tastiest attractions and an absolute must-see during your stay in Bermuda. Info: 441 234 4216

Visit the America’s Cup Endeavour Exhibit at the BUEI Learn all about the America’s Cup, the oldest and most prestigious sailing event in the world, at the BUEI’s new exhibit. This modern building was designed to amaze, excite and inform visitor’s about the deep blue, and their latest exhibit opened just last month to educate the public

about the event, as the Island prepares to host the America’s Cup finals in 2017. The exhibit is highly interactive and designed to engage visitors of all ages. So whether you’re a sailing enthusiast or complete novice, be sure to check out the new exhibit as well as the other fascinating exhibits at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute. Info: buei.bm

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Off ShoreZip through the waves on a jet-ski safari or hop a ride on the fast and furious Wild-Cat boat! K.S. Watersports offer loads of exciting tours and rentals, from kayaking to parasailing, this “one-stop-shop” for off-shore adventures gives you access to the island from a whole new plane. So choose to stick with the group or plan your own private excursion, whatever type of tour you want their friendly staff can make it happen. kswatersports.com

From AboveTour these 21 square miles of breath-taking beauty like the gulls in the sky! Blue Sky Flights aerial tours offer a totally unique way to see the island. Aboard their Cessna Skyhawk Aircraft you can dip below the clouds to get a birds-eye-view of our beaches, golf courses, forts and coral reefs. These private, customizable aerial tours are the first and only available in Bermuda. blueskyflights.com

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You can take a self-guided tour of Bermuda by simply hopping on the bus or ferry (use our explore section to help you navigate). Or experience the island in a unique and exiting way with any one of these guided tours!

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With the lighthouse keeper’s grand-daughter Heidi Cowen is a fifth generation Bermudian who comes from a long line of lighthouse keepers. Her grandfather was Bermuda’s last lighthouse keeper, and she grew up in the little house attached to Gibb’s Hill Lighthouse. ByWays Tours is her solo-run operation and her niche is in sharing “the island magic” from her unique perspective. Join her for a fun and intimate tour as she takes you to some of Bermuda’s most interesting and unusual sites. Her

By Segway Walking can be tiring... so why not experience the cutting-edge technology of the Segway Human Transporter? The self-balancing machine is both fun and easy to ride and this one-of-a-kind tour allows you to effortlessly glide down the streets of Dockyard - a lively hub of history and culture. segway.bm

Off-The-Beaten-TrackFor the adventurers, explorers, environmentalists, and the wild-at-heart. The Hidden Gems Eco-tours reveal Bermuda’s best-kept secrets: our beautiful nature reserves. See the ancient caves, blue lagoons, cherry tree jungles, and mangrove filled wetlands with Ashley Harris as your guide, a fourth generation Bermudian and former teacher who has completely changed the game in local tourism. bermudahiddengems.com

With a ghostly guideSt. George’s aka “Ye Olde Ghoste Towne” is steeped in mystery and history dating back to the early 1600s. You can hear the eerie tales of the past on the Haunted History Tour- one of the hottest new attractions for both visitors and locals. Walk through the winding alleys and old cobbled lanes of this UNESCO World Heritage site, but beware! Your footsteps may awaken those who slumber beneath the ground. hauntedhistorybda.com

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charisma and passion for the island is infectious, earning her the 2015 Certificate of Excellence on Trip Advisor. bermudafootsteps.com

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By choo-choo train The kids will love this tour! See the bustling City of Hamilton, the old town of St. George’s as well as Dockyard on this shiny red locomotive. The charming little chugger is somewhat of a local icon, inviting guests to hop on board and explore the island in a quirky but comfortable way. bermudatrain.com

Along the old railway trail Enjoy “panoramic sea-scapes, exotic flora and fauna, and the soothing sounds of the island’s bird life”- three reasons Frommer’s Travel guide calls the old railway trail one of its ‘favorite Bermuda experiences’. We recommend taking a guided Horseback or cycling tour, bookable via: islandtourcentre.com

By private estateLearn about Bermuda’s history, culture and unique architecture by taking a private custom tour of the island’s pre-served estates. The Bermuda National Trust is a local charity that protects and maintains the islands natural, historic and architectural treasures. They can arrange tours to view some of the island’s most prized possessions such as the century old mansions of Waterville and Verdmont. bnt.bm

Below Sea-levelUnder the sea you can tour the many coral reefs and shipwrecks that surround the island. Learn why Bermuda is called “The Shipwreck Capital of the Atlantic” on a snorkelling cruise that lets you explore Bermuda’s colorful and vibrant underwater world. kirksadventures.com

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calendar of eventsApril Highlights

CITY FOOD FESTIVAL April 3 - 9, City of HamiltonThis year’s Festival features a range of events including a Bartenders’ Competi-tion, Chef Competition, Wine Tasting & Food Pairing and Food Walk.Tickets $175 for passport to all events or buy tickets for individual events.Info: www.ptix.bm

ZOOM AROUND THE SOUNDApril 9, 8am, Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & Zoo, Smith’sThis annual Fun Run fundraiser for Bermuda’s favourite attraction has partici-pants cycle, walk or run around Harrington Sound. Entry forms $30.Info: www.bamz.org, 441 293 2727

THE MET OPERA: LIVE IN HD April 9, 5pm, BUEI, Crow Lane, PembrokeThe Gilbert & Sullivan Society and BUEI present Puccini’s Turandot opera on film. Tickets $35. Info: www.ptix.bm, 441 294 0204

PICKLES & SPICED HAM: BERMUDIAN WOMEN IN SONGApril 9, 2:30 pm and 7 pm, St. Paul AME Centennial Hall, Hamilton A musical highlighting Bermuda’s entertainment history, venues and performers. Tickets $20 and $25, available from Music Box, Reid Street, Hamilton and St. Paul AME, Hamilton. Info: www.giantsteps.vpweb.com, 441 505 3409

SUPERDANCEApril 9 - 10, 8pm, Fairmont Southampton, City Hall, HamiltonA performance featuring the professional superstars of the ballroom and Latin dance world. Tickets $55 - $130. Info: www.bdatix.bm

BERMUDA AGRICULTURAL SHOWApril 14 - 16, 9am – 6pm, Botanical Gardens, PagetBermuda’s annual exhibition with floral displays, animal exhibits and equestrian competitions. Entry $10, Children 5-15 and seniors $65+ free.Info: www.theagshowbda.com, 441 524 7469

Set your intention for a life-shifting weekend at Bermuda Yoga Festival 2016, three days of yoga and live con-scious music at the Grotto Bay Beach Resort. The festival offers master classes and transformative workshops in traditional and emerging yoga styles taught by international and local yoga teachers. Look forward to sunrise meditations, kirtan chanting in Prospero’s cave, and a yoga-focused vendor village, as well as workshops in energy healing, chakras, pranayama, yoga philosophy, vedic wisdom and more! The festival will feature the world-renowned and highly sought presenters- Sianna Sherman, Saul David Raye, Sukhdev and Akahdamah Jackson, Peter Sterios and Jim Beckwith. Info: bermudayogafestival.com

Bermuda Yoga Festival 2016April 29 – May 1

calendar of eventsApril Highlights

Bermuda Underwater Exploration InstituteOpen daily from 10am to 5pm (last admission at 4pm)15 min walk from Hamilton | 292-7219 | www.buei.org

SHIPWRECKS • TREASURE • SHELLS • VIRTUAL DIVE

Explore the undersea world using state-of-the-art technology

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calendar ongoingBERMUDIAN HEARTBEATS: 5TH ANNUAL DR. PAUULU KAMARAKAFEGU MEMORIAL LECTUREApril 15, 6:30pm, BUEI, Crow Lane, PembrokeA talk by Dr. Martin Brewer on Bermuda’s Earthquakes and Tsunamis. Free. Tickets available from the Department of Community & Cultural Affairs.Info: 441 292 1681

THE MET OPERA: LIVE IN HD April 16, 5:00pm, BUEI, Crow Lane, PembrokeThe Gilbert & Sullivan Society and BUEI present Puccini’s Manon Lescout opera on film. Tickets $35. Info: www.ptix.bm, 441 294 0204

BERMUDA DOCS WEEKEND FILM SERIESApril 17, 3:00pm and 5:00pm, BUEI, Crow Lane, PembrokeEntertaining and informative documentaries are shown every month as part of this film series. Tickets are $15, available at the BUEI. Info: www.bermudadocs.com, 441 294 0204

WINE TASTING FUNDRAISERApril 19, 7:00pm-9:00pm, Sandys Boat ClubThis Sandys Parish Council fundraiser will feature light hors d’oeuvres, raffles and a DJ. Info: www.ptix.bm, 441 234 0851, 441 335 3839.

PEPPERCORN CEREMEONYApril 20, 10:30am, King’s Square, St. George’sWitness the pomp and circumstance of this State Occasion when the Freema-sons of Lodge St. George pay their annual rent for use of the State House in the UNESCO World Heritage Site Town of St. George. Info: www.corpstgeorge.bm, 441 297 1532.

JOY T. BARNUM @ BNGApril 22, 7:00pm, Bermuda National Gallery, City Hall, HamiltonA performance featuring the explosive vocal talents of Bermuda’s Joy T. BarnumTickets $30 from BNG front desk. Purchase tickets in advance as space is limited. Info: www.bng.bm

THE URBAN MARKETApril 24, 11:00am to 4:00pm, Pembroke Community Club, North Shore PembrokeA monthly flea market featuring new and used items, Bermuda made crafts, baked goods, artwork and fresh lem-onade. Info: Facebook Urban Market Bermuda or email [email protected]

SINNERMAN: DEATH IN ONE COLOURApril 28 - 30, 7:00pm, St. Paul Centennial Hall, HamiltonLocally written, produced and directed play. Tickets $30, on sale at Music Box and ptix.bm. Info: www.ptix.bm

BERMUDA YOGA FESTIVALApril 29 – May 1, Grotto Bay Beach Resort, Hamilton ParishYoga, meditation and chanting work-shops plus Kirtan and devotional musical concerts will take place over three days at this annual Yoga Festival. Info: www.bermudadyogafestival.com

Heidi Cowen, a sixth generation Bermudian, runs Byways Tours and offers an up-close and personal look at the island from her eight-seater van. Her tours last five to six hours and revolve around her passion for her island home and its incredible history. Every tour includes a visit to Gibb’s Hill Lighthouse, where Heidi’s grandfather was the lighthouse keeper, plus a stop for a picnic lunch. She also caters to families, offering a shorter tour designed to engage parents and children in the natural and historic world of Bermuda with stops to feed fish, climb forts, look for caves and visit turtles. Info: 535 9169 or visit www.bywaysbermuda.bm

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SUPER SATURDAY: PIRATES AND MERMAIDSApril 30, 10:00am-2:00pm, Masterworks Museum of Art, PagetThemed craft activities and art projects for toddlers to teens are set up through-out the gallery. Free. Info: www.bermudamasterworks.org, 441 299 4000

ONGOING EVENTSBLUE SKY FLIGHTS By appointment only, 6 Southside Road, 6:00 am - 11:00pm, St. David’s Island, St. George’s (NATO Hanger)Take an unforgettable aerial excursion onboard a Cessna 172 Skyhawk plane for a bird’s-eye view of the many shipwrecks found in the waters around Bermuda, the reef dotted ocean and lush green fairways. Your experienced pilot will share with you unique tails of Bermuda as you soar through our blue skies for this once in a lifetime experience.Info: $450.00 per hour. 441 293 6083 or email [email protected] or blueskyflights.bm

BERMUDA LECTURE & TOURS’ GUIDED WALKS & TALKS TOURSDaily. Various Locations Island WideJoin Tim and Mary Rogers as they lead private guided walking tours (no join-up’s). Tours are led by this husband and wife team, who specialise in history, architecture and natural history. Info: 441 238 0344

BERMUDA NATIONAL GALLERY ART TOURThursdays, 10:00am. City Hall & Arts Centre, City of HamiltonEnjoy a free tour on Thursdays. BNG offers a variety of local and international exhibitions. The Ondaatje Wing is dedicated to telling the story of the development of the visual arts through the Bermuda Collection. Gallery Hours: Monday to Friday 10am-4pm, Saturday 10am - 2pm. Admission: $5 Adults. Free: Members, NARM Members, Seniors & Children under12. Info: 441 295 9428, www.bng.bm

BERMUDA SOCIETY OF ARTS (BSOA)Mondays to Saturdays. City Hall, Church Street, City of HamiltonThe BSOA has a number of exciting exhibits and workshops on.Info: Free. 441 292 3824 or www.bsoa.bm

BERMUDA UNDERWATER EXPLORATION INSTITUTEDaily, Crow Lane, PembrokeCome to BUEI and experience Bermuda’s oceans without getting wet! New ‘Ocean’ exhibit now open. Explore 2 floors of interactive exhibits meant to educate and entertain. Exhibits are open from 10am - 5pm (last admission at 4pm). Call 292-7219 for more information or visit www.buei.org

BYWAYS BERMUDA TOURSDaily. Various Locations Island wideHeidi Cowen, a sixth generation Bermudian, runs Byways Tours and offers an up-close and personal look at the island from her eight-seater van. Her tours last five to six hours and revolve around her passion for her island home and its incredible history. Every tour includes a visit to Gibb’s Hill Lighthouse, where Heidi’s grandfather was the lighthouse keeper, plus a stop for a picnic lunch. She also caters to families, offering a shorter tour designed to engage parents and children in the natural and historic world of Bermuda with stops to feed fish, climb forts, look for caves and visit turtles. Info: 441 535 9169 or visit www.bywaysbermuda.bm

LIVE ITALIAN GUITAR WITH SOLO MUSICIAN RANDY LAMBERTFridays. 6:00pm - 10:00pm, Cafe Amici, Royal Naval Dockyard, 441 234 5009Sundays. 7pm-1-pm, Bella Vista, Port Royal Golf Course, 441 232 0100

TOWN CRIER’S WALKING TOUR OF HAMILTONMonday, 10:30am, City Hall, Church Street, HamiltonJoin Hamilton Town Crier Ed Christopher for a fascinating tour around Bermuda’s capital.Info: www.cityofhamilton.bm, 441 292 1234

INTIMATE CANDLELIGHT DINNER THEATREMondays, 7:00pm, Verdmont, SmithsA unique opportunity to dine in one of the Bermuda National Trust’s historic homes and be entertained by Gavin Wilson’s Mark Twain production of “Reminiscences and Other Lies”. Tickets $130.Info: www.bnt.bm, 441 236 6483

DEFENDERS OF BERMUDA: WORLD HERITAGE SITE FORT TOURMondays and Thursdays, 1:00pm-3:00pm. Town of St. George


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This mini-bus tour follows in the footsteps of Bermuda’s earliest soldiers and visits the UN-ESCO World Heritage Site forts of the east end including Gates Fort, Alexandra Battery and Fort St. Catherine. Tickets $25, available at the St. George’s Visitor Information Centre, King’s Square, St. George’s.Info: [email protected] or 441 297 0556

WADSON’S FARM TOURTuesday and Friday, 10:00am, Luke’s Pond Road, SouthamptonTake a guided tour on Bermuda’s largest farm featuring a variety of locally grown produce and a behind the scenes look at the greenhouses and local farm animals such as the Bermuda hog. $20. Info: www.wadsonfarm.com, [email protected], 441 238 1862. No tour on Dec 25.

SOUTH SHORE ECO WALKING TOURTuesday, 10:30am – 12:00noon, Warwick Long Bay, South Road, WarwickJoin one of Bermuda’s knowledgeable eco-tour guides on a walking tour of the south shore beaches and dunes and learn about their unique flora, fauna, the Island’s coastal habitats, boiler reefs and history through the centuries. $10. Maximum 25 people. Meet in the parking lot of Jobson’s Cove. Tours will take place in inclement weather. Tickets available at the Ham-ilton Visitor Information Centre or at time of tour. Cash only. Info: 441 295 1480.

BERMUDA BAKED Tuesday, 5:30pm -7:30pm, Sweet Saak, 16 York Street, St. George’sEnjoy a hands on evening of baking traditional Bermudian recipes. Includes complimentary rum swizzle and light snacks. $45. Info: 441 297 0663.

HOG PENNY WEEKLY ENTERTAINMENTWed, Thur, Fri, Sat.Wednesdays are Open Mic Night where host Will Black invites you to share your musical talents at Hog Penny’s mid-week singer/songwriter showcase.Thursdays Will Black and guest guitarist. Fridays Will Black is joined by Chris and Oscar. Satur-days, Will Black will be joined on stage by local bands. There is no cover charge for any of the nights. For more information, contact Hog Penny at 441 292 2534.

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INFERNO LOUNGE WEEKLY ENTERTAINMENT (NIGHTLIFE)Tues, Wed, Fri, Sat. 81 North Shore Road2-4-Tuesdays, alternate Wednesdays karaoke, Fire Fridays (various DJs and happy hour) & Kick Off Saturdays, featuring English Premier League Football, BPL Sundays, Soccer Sunday nights with DJ Hailey Hypes. Info: 441 295 7474.

MASTERWORKS MUSEUM OF BERMUDA ART Monday - Sunday. Botanical Gardens, PagetGeorgia O’Keeffe, Winslow Homer and Henry Moore lead the way to an impressive collection of over 1,400 pieces of Bermuda inspired art. Stay for a delicious lunch at Homer’s Café’ or visit The Museum’s gift shop full of goods and original art work. Museum is wheelchair acces-sible Open Monday - Saturday, 10 am - 4pm; Sunday 11 am -4:30 pmAdmission: $5; free for members & children under 12. Info: 441 299 4000

RE-ENACTMENT OF A PUBLIC PUNISHMENTWednesday and Saturday, 12:30pm, King’s Square, St. George’s.A re-enactment of a public punishment meted out to local gossips and nags at the ducking stool takes place in Bermuda’s UNESCO World Heritage Site town at 12:30noon. Info: 441 297 0556, [email protected]

SPITTAL POND TOUR Wednesday, 9:00am – 12:00noon, Smith’s Guided tour of Bermuda’s largest bird and wildlife sanctuary, and its unique geological formations, endemic plants and diverse wildlife. Round trip transportation included. $25 pp. Optional add on to visit Verdmont Museum, $5 extra. Info: [email protected], 441 799 8888

THE CANON’S TOURWednesday, 2:00pm, St. Peter’s Church, St. George’sA private guided tour of Bermuda’s iconic church by Canon David Raths gives you an in depth look at the oldest Anglican Church still in use outside of the British Isles. Learn how St. Peter’s was granted the Royal title Their Majesties Chappell and visit the ancient graveyard. $20, maximum 30. Tickets available at the St. George’s VIC, King’s Square, or at time of tour. Cash only. Info: 297 2459, 297 0556.

HAUNTED HISTORY TOURWednesday and Saturday. 7:00pm-8:00pm, King’s Square, St. George’sJoin your storyteller for a walk through the winding alleys and lanes of Bermuda’s oldest town - your footsteps may waken past residents! Tickets $30, Info: www.ptix.bm, 441 7051838

SWEET P AFTERNOON HIGH TEA AT THE BERMUDA PERFUMERYWednesdays and Saturdays, 1pm - 4pm.Sweet P offer Afternoon High Tea at The Bermuda Perfumery every Wednesday and Saturday. Their tiered tea tray features fresh and seasonal treats, adapted every week to reflect the Island’s diverse local ingredients. You can expect a variety of finger sandwiches, mini quiches and tea sweets, as well as freshly baked cakes and scones with Chantilly cream and local honey and jam. For reservations, contact Paula Hayward 441 705 2390 or [email protected]. $32 pp. Cash only.

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calendar ongoingLIVE ACOUSTIC REGGAEThursday, 9:00 pm – 12:00 am, Hamilton Princess HotelRelax and dine at Marcus’ Restaurant end enjoy reggae tunes performed by The Kings.Info: 441 295 3000

SCENIC HAMILTON TRAIN TOUR Friday, 10:00 am – 12:00 noon, City of HamiltonClimb onboard this guided tour as we explore historical sites in Bermuda’s capital city. Learn about popular landmarks such as City Hall and the Cabinet building before stopping at Bo-tanical gardens and the Masterworks Gallery. Tickets $35, cash only, available at time of tour. Departs from Hamilton Ferry Terminal, Front Street. Info: www.bermudatrain.com, 441 236 3130.

COOPER’S ISLAND TOUR Friday, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm, St. David’s Island, St. GeorgesTake a personalized guided tour of one of Bermuda’s most pristine nature reserves, host to nest sites for our native pelagic seabird, the Bermuda Longtail. Learn about Bermuda’s diverse wildlife and beaches as you take in beautiful views of Nonsuch Island, home to Ber-muda’s rare endemic national bird, the Cahow. Round trip transportation included. $25 pp. Info: [email protected], 441 799 8888.

TOM MOORE’S JUNGLE TOURFriday, 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm, Blue Hole Hill, Hamilton ParishBring your walking shoes for a guided tour of this off-the-beaten-path Bermuda gem. Travel along the trails through the forest to view natural pools, amazing caves, mangroves and wildlife for a unique hiking adventure. Round trip transportation included. $25 pp. Info: [email protected], 441 799 8888

BERMUDA FILM MATINEE Friday and Saturday, 2:00pm, World Heritage Centre, Penno’s Wharf, Town of St. GeorgeSit back, relax and enjoy and afternoon matinee featuring Bermuda’s heritage, culture and history. $5 per person. Info and weekly showings: 441 297 5791

FARMERS’ MARKETSaturdays, 8:00am – 12 noon, JJ Outerbridge Building, Botanical Gardens, PagetFresh produce, baked goods, arts and crafts are available at this seasonal farmers’ market.Info: 441 236 4201

DOLPHIN SHOWSaturday, 1:00pm, Dolphin Quest, Royal Naval Dockyard Be inspired and amazed by dolphins in this delightful celebration full of fascinating aerial feats and dolphin discovery. Learn how the expert trainers take care of their dolphin family and how you can help protect our shared ocean environment. Located in the National Muse-um of Bermuda, admission to the National Museum of Bermuda is required: $12 adults, $10 seniors, children under 16 years and free.Info: www.dolphinquest.com/bermuda, 441 234 4464.

MEET THE DESIGNERS Saturday, 3:00pm – 5:00pm, Davidrose Jewelry, Somers Wharf, Town of St. GeorgeMeet Bermuda’s award winning designers David and Rose as they share with your stories that inspired their fine jewellery pieces. Enjoy complimentary cocktails as you overlook the St. George’s Harbour in this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Free event. Info and to RSVP: www.davidrose.bm, 441 293 7673.

AFTERNOON TEA AT HOMER’S CAFÉSundays, 2:00pm - 4:00pm.Homer’s Café at Masterworks Museum of Art in the Botanical Gardens offers a full afternoon tea every Sunday for $20 pp. Info and reservations: 441 299 4001

STAND UP PADDLE BOARD YOGA Sunday, 7:30-8:30am, 9:30-10:30am, 6:30-7:30pm, Daniel’s HeadAt sunrise or sunset, these classes will ease you into paddle board and SUP yoga, beginning with a brief lesson on land followed by a 60 minute yoga sequence on water. Price: $40 per person To book your yoga experience visit ww.kinetix.appointy.com. 441 704 0701.

WALKING CLUB BERMUDASundays 7:00amJoin us every Sunday morning all year round for our free weekly exercise walk - an enjoyable way to stay fit and see parts of Bermuda you’ve never seen before. Walk for the health of it! Average distance: 6 miles Meet in the main parking area at listed start location. Refreshments provided at end. Visitors welcome. Apr 3 Horseshoe Bay, Southampton, Apr 10 Harrington Sound School parking lot, Harrington Sound Road, Smith’s , Apr 17 TN Tatem Car Park, Middle Road, Warwick Apr 24 Shelly Bay, Hamilton Parish


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ISLAND WIDE PICKUP

AXIS ADRENALINE PROJECTSISLAND WIDE PICK UPS AVAILABLEwake-boarding, wake-surfing, wake-skating & waterskiing, tubbing & snorkeling. Experience Bermuda like never before with Axis Adrenaline Projects, Bermuda’s newest luxury watersport provider. Instructors boast more than 10 years experience and offer lessons or simply get you out to the best spots where you can do your thing! Caters to all ages! Info: 441 537 1114, www.axisbermuda.com

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K.S. WATERSPORTS DOCKYARD WATERSPORTS CENTRE, ROYAL NAVAL DOCKYARDjet skis, parasailing, wildcat adventure tours, boston whaler boat rentals, private snorkeling charters & private boat toursExperience the very best Watersports Adventures, Tours and Rentals while visiting or living in Bermuda. The K.S. Watersports Jet Ski Adventures are rated one of the best on the island amongst visitors and locals alike, and their Parasailing Adventure has become one of Bermuda’s favorite excursions to do amongst thrill seekers. Now with the addition of their Pontoon boat rentals and Boston Whaler boat rentals, plus their WildCat tour boat which takes guests on a high-speed adventure tour around

the entire island, water adventurists can really see Bermuda from several fun and unique perspectives. Fancy experiencing Bermuda the way us locals do, then charter one of their premium private tour boats which are perfect for families, couples and friends, and comes with a licensed captain who will customize your boat charter to suit all your needs. Whether by air or by sea, K.S. Watersports has an amazing adventure that will suit just about anyone who’s looking for fun and excitement on their vacation. DOCKYARD LOCATION: 6 DOCKYARD TERRACE, DOCKYARD. (LOCATED AT THE “DOCKYARD WATERSPORTS CENTER”) ST. GEORGE’S LOCATION: 8 KING’S SQUARE, ST. GEORGE’S. (LOCATED AT THE WHITE HORSE PUB & RESTAURANT) HAMILTON LOCATION: 76 PITTS BAY ROAD. (HAMILTON PRINCESS HOTEL & MARINA) Dockyard Reservations: 441 238 4155, [email protected], www.kswatersports.com

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CENTRAL PARISHESK.S. WATERSPORTS 76 PITTS BAY ROAD, PEMBROKE, (HAMILTON PRINCESS HOTEL & MARINA)jet skis, pontoon boat rentals, boston whaler boat rentals, parasailing, kayaks, paddleboards, hobie cats, private snorkeling charters & private boat tours.Experience the very best Watersports Adventures, Tours and Rentals while visiting or living in Bermuda. The K.S. WaterSports Jet Ski Adventures are rated one of the best on the island amongst visitors and locals

alike. Join their experienced guides as they take you on a thrilling Jet Ski tour past some of the best areas and places to see in Bermuda, plus stop at a secluded beach area for a swim, snorkel, and a taste of paradise. If you’re looking for something adventurous and slower paced then try their one or two person ocean kayaks, hobie sailing cats or stand up paddleboards where you can explore private islands and amazing parts of Bermuda at your own leisure. Looking for something more private and at your own pace, then rent one of their brand new 23’ Pontoon boats or 16’ or 13’ Boston whaler boats which are easy to navigate and allow you to explore and plan out your own itinerary. A detailed map, snorkel gear, light fishing tackle, picnic lunch, drinks, and more can be provided for all rentals. Fancy experiencing Bermuda the way us locals do, then charter one of their premium private tour boats which are perfect for families, couples and friends, and comes with a licensed captain who will customize your boat charter to suit all your needs. Whether it’s fun in the sun, cruising at sunset, relaxing on our waters, snorkeling our islands reefs, or exploring Bermuda’s coastline and pink sand beaches, K.S. WaterSports has something for everyone to get out on the water and experience Bermuda. DOCKYARD LOCATION: 6 DOCKYARD TERRACE, DOCKYARD. (LOCATED AT THE “DOCKYARD WATERSPORTS CENTER”) ST. GEORGE’S LOCATION: 8 KING’S SQUARE, ST. GEORGE’S. (LOCATED AT THE WHITE HORSE PUB & RESTAURANT) HAMILTON LOCATION: 76 PITTS BAY ROAD. (HAMILTON PRINCESS HOTEL & MARINA) Hamilton Reservations: (441) 232 4155,[email protected], www.kswatersports.com

JUST ADD WATER32 WATER STREET, ST. GEORGE’Sjet skis, paddleboards, kayaks, boat rentalsThe historically rich, gorgeous landscapes of Bermuda’s treasured UNESCO world site is best explored when you Just Add Water! This experience in the East end takes you on an adventure which will leave you wanting more as our friendly guides share their intimate knowledge of Bermuda’s waters, tantalizing the senses as you enjoy our beautiful aquatic landscapes. Our personalized tours cater to the experienced or novice,

full tutorial is always provided and safety comes first. Fun for all the family, Just Add Water! Info: 441 707 5000 or www.justaddwaterbda.com

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SEA VENTURE WATERSPORTSTHE WATERLOT INN, MIDDLE ROAD, SOUTHAMPTONjet ski tours and patoon rentalsExplore Bermuda’s west end during a one-hour jet ski tour suitable for all ages and skill levels. Sights to see include the Somerset Bridge; the worlds smallest draw bridge, Elys Harbour – known as the Sea Gardens because of the lush undersea reef that is clear from the surface, The Vixen ship wreck that sunk in the 1890’s and is now home to hundreds of fish who come to the surface and greet passersby, and so

much more. Pontoon rentals will also be available this year.

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K.S. WATERSPORTS 8 KINGS SQUARE, ST. GEORGE’Sjet skis, pontoon boat rentals, boston whaler boat rentals, kayaks, paddleboards, private boat charters & toursExperience the very best Watersports Adventures, Tours and Rentals while visiting or living in Bermuda. The K.S. WaterSports Jet Ski Adventures are rated one of the best on the island amongst visitors and locals alike. Join their experienced guides as they take you on a thrilling Jet Ski tour past some of the best areas and places to see in the east end, plus stop at a secluded beach area for a swim, snorkel, and a taste of paradise. If you’re looking for something adventurous and slower paced then try their one or two person ocean kayaks or stand up paddleboards where you can explore private islands, lagoons, beaches and amazing parts of St. George’s at your own leisure, plus get a nice workout too. Fancy something private and at your own pace, then rent one of their brand new 23’ Pontoon boats or 16’ or 13’ Boston whaler boats which are easy to navigate and allow you to explore and plan out your own itinerary. A detailed map, snorkel gear, light fishing tackle, picnic lunch, drinks, and more can be provided for all rentals. Whether by air or by sea, K.S. WaterSports has an amazing adventure that will suit just about anyone who’s looking for fun and excitement on their vacation. DOCKYARD LOCATION: 6 DOCKYARD TERRACE, DOCKYARD. (LOCATED AT THE “DOCKYARD WATERSPORTS CENTER”) ST. GEORGE’S LOCATION: 8 KING’S SQUARE, ST. GEORGE’S. (LOCATED AT THE WHITE HORSE PUB & RESTAURANT) HAMILTON LOCATION: 76 PITTS BAY ROAD. (HAMILTON PRINCESS HOTEL & MARINA)St. George’s Reservations: (441) 297 4155, [email protected], www.kswatersports.com


inspired by bermudaAlexandra Mosher Studio Jewellery

Bermudian artist Alexandra Mosher draws from the island’s natural beauty to create inspired, sculptural jewellery. “I create expressive and original pieces; they’re certainly conversation starters,” she explains.

“There is nothing more fascinating than taking art as we know it and giving it a whole new context on the body. I make sculptures to be worn.” Considering Alexandra’s background as an artist, it is no wonder her intricately sculpted jewellery designs have been influenced by her studies in fine art.

“I developed a love for craft at a very young age, and was often creating little presents for my parents out of assembled found objects,” she told us. “My family still has a collection of pretty little things I made them.”

Alexandra studied Studio Art at the College of the Holy Cross in Massachusetts and later, Jewellery Design at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York. She launched her line of jewellery in 2005 and since that time has won several prestigious awards for her collections.

Her process involves the ancient technique of lost wax casting; she first hand carves her designs in wax and then casts them in silver and gold in limited numbers. “I remember reading an art critic’s review of my work and feeling like I was on the right path when he said he was surprised at how I could create such original pieces at such an affordable price.” Although her work is highly coveted, she has something for every level of collector.

Alexandra is perhaps best known for her Bermuda Reef Collection in which she incorporates Bermuda’s famous pink sand into sterling silver and gold to create captivating pieces of wearable art.


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“‘Is it a gemstone?’ people ask me, and I just love watching their reaction when I explain how I’ve set our beautiful sand into each unique piece.” She told us that visitors often go on to say their daughter, sister or friend would never forgive them if they didn’t bring a little something from her pink sand collection back home as a gift. “It warms my heart to hear that,” she beams.

Finding a little piece of your own is a delightful experience. You can find the lovely pink Alexandra Mosher Studio Jewellery Boutique in the Washington Mall at #7 Reid Street in Hamilton or some of her collections at A.S. Cooper & Son’s stores island-wide. For infomation or to shop online call 441 236 9009 or visit www.alexandramosher.com.


shopping guide

A.S. COOPER & SONS LTD.MAIN STORE 59 Front Street, City of HamiltonFashion, Cosmetics, fragrances, duty free perfume, fine jewellery with diamonds, precious and semi precious stones in gold and silver. Gifts & collectibles. Info: 441 295 3961 ext 407, www.ascooper.bmMAN 29 Front Street, City of Hamilton Men’s Fashion including Polo Ralph Lauren, Tommy Bahama, Vineyard Vines, Perry Ellis, TABS, Brooks Brothers Info: 441 295 3961 x 201, www.ascooper.bmCHILDREN ON 2 59 Front Street, 2nd Floor, City of Hamilton Infants to children’s clothing up to age 14. Info: 441 295 3961 x 431, www.ascooper.bmEXPRESS WASHINGTON MALL Reid Street, City of Hamilton Juniors fashions & accessories. Info: 441 295-3961 x 702, www.ascooper.bmDOCKYARD CLOCKTOWER MALL Royal Naval Dockyard Ladies fashions and accessories, gifts, souvenirs & fragrances at duty free prices.Info: 441 234 4156, www.ascooper.bmFAIRMONT SOUTHAMPTON 101 South Shore Road, Southampton Ladies and Mens fashions and accessories. Info: 441 295-3961 x 803, www.ascooper.bmPICTURESQUE GALLERY 59 Front Street, HamiltonThe Picturesque Gallery showcases Bermudian photographer Roland Skinners best work spanning a 50-year career. Roland’s images of Bermuda truly capture the unique colours and contours of the island, its flamboyant sunsets, lush floral landscapes and sweeping aerial views. Archival colour prints in various sizes are available from the gallery along with two best-selling books and a number of unique gift items featuring Roland’s images. Info: 441 295-3961 x 407, www.picturesquebermuda.com

ALEXANDRA MOSHER STUDIO JEWELLERYLower Level Washington Mall, 17 Reid Street, City of HamiltonBermudian artist Alexandra Mosher creates art jewellery designs inspired by the beautiful motifs found in Bermuda’s Flora and Fauna, the ocean, architecture, history and culture. Info: 441 236 9009, www.alexandramosher.com

ANTHONY PETTITBy appointment only. Bermuda Fine Art, Antique Maps, Books, Prints and Ephemera. Info: 441 292 2482, www.anthonypettit.com

Available at A.S. Cooper’s, Brown & Co., Gibbons Company. Enquiries: [email protected] by Akil . J. Simmons

Fragrance of the MonthIssey Miyake - Pleats Please

Known for his great love of technology and his fluid pleated designs, Pleats Please has all the hallmarks of a Miyake project: contemporary, progressive, and utterly breathtaking. The luminous opening hums with notes of nashi pear, later settling into a vibrant, feminine heart of peony and sweet pea. Anchored by a heady base of patchouli, cedar, vanilla absolute and white musk, Pleats Please is a truly unique fragrance for the modern woman.


stay beautiful April Foolproof

Beauty TricksLyndsey Scott-Furtado Beauty Advisor & Aesthetician,

A.S. Cooper & Sons, Ltd.

It’s that time of year again, work colleagues are getting out their whoopee cushions and thinking of new pranks to pull out of their sleeves. April Fool’s Day is a great excuse to have a little harmless fun. Unless of course you’re the butt of the joke! So in the spirit of things, let’s talk about some basic beauty tricks that will have people thinking the Beauty Fairy waved her magic wand.

Flutter those Falsies

False lashes are the perfect finishing touch to any makeup look and in my opinion are absolutely necessary when pulling off a smoky eye. Ardell has a fantastic range of lashes from natural individuals, to strip lashes to double up strip lashes. Ardell is my favorite brand, because the bands on the lashes are both thin and flexible. Making them a lot easier to apply and fit as close as possible to the natural lash line so no one will ever know you spent that extra 10 minutes in the bathroom mirror. Whether you’re looking for a little extra natural

volume or some full on Glam, know you can work those lashes with confidence, and if anyone asks… Yes they are real!

Fake it, don’t bake it

Be a bronze goddess. Self- tanners are a great alternative to lying in the sun for hours and a lot safer too. Origins Faux Glow self-tanner for face gives a natural glorious glow to the skin without the sun’s ageing effects. For a full body effect, the Self- Tanning Gel for Face and Body by Shiseido is the go-to option. Its light texture means you can pretty much get dressed within a few minutes without the risk of streaks. Just make sure to exfoliate your face and body first, and moisturize any dry areas such as knees and elbows with a fragrance free moisturizer such as Precipitation from Origins.

Read my lips

Did you know that during a conversation the average person spends more than half the talk time looking at your lips? Pump up the volume in that pretty pout by using a lip plumper like the Estee Lauder Pure Color Envy Lip Volumizer. Its silky texture glides on

so smoothly, leaving the lips with a minty cool sensation and subtle tint and shine. It can be worn alone or is a perfect base

for any lip color. Try using a nude lip liner like Marvelous Moxie Liberated from Bare Minerals.

For more Beauty advice book a one on one with Lyndsey Scott Furtado by calling 441-295-3961 in A.S. Cooper Main store located on 59 Front Street, Hamilton.


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ARROWROOT GIFT SHOPBotanical Gardens, Paget Works of art by local artists including paintings, drawings, prints, pottery and an extensive list of items made of Bermuda cedar. Books by local authors, note cards with images from Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art permanent Collection. Info: 441 236 2950, www.bermudamasterworks.com

ASTWOOD DICKINSON LTD. JEWELLERS & WATCHMAKERSOrbis House, 25 Front Street, HamiltonAstwood Dickinson has an outstanding reputation for bringing the worlds finest jewellery and watches to Bermuda. Hearts on Fire, Effy, Mont Blanc, Links of London, as well as gold and gem set jewellery from all over the world are all available at U.S. prices with the bonus of no sales tax. Also available is the original Bermuda Collection, designed and manufactured on-site by master goldsmiths. The first of its kind in Bermuda, it features aspects of the islands culture and traditions in stunning 18-karat yellow or white gold. Designers also offer the limited Signature Collection, which includes pieces that are not Bermuda specific in 18-karat gold, as well as a jewellery repair and design centre. Available exclusively at Astwood Dickinson are some of the world’s finest timepieces including Cartier, Omega, Baume & Mercier, TAG Heuer, Corum, Longines, Michele, Tissot all at duty free prices with no sales tax. Info: 441 292 5805, [email protected], www.astwooddickinson.bm

ATLANTIC JEWELLERYWashington Mall, City of HamiltonAtlantic Jewellery Studio features stunning collections inspired by both the timelessness of Bermuda’s beauty as well as fashion forward trends.Info: 441 542 1554, www.atlanticjewellery.com

BERMUDA HEAT, BERMUDA BLUE & BERMUDA BREEZEAvailable from: Gibbons Company, City of Hamilton, The Bermuda Island Shop, St. George’s. , The Perfume Shop, Royal Naval Dockyard, Brown & Co., City of Hamilton, A.S. Cooper, Front St., City of Hamilton, and branch stores, Carole Holding shops at Heritage Wharf & Clocktower Mall, Dockyard. Distributed By P.D.L. Limited. Fine Perfume. Info: 441 292 1710


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BROWN & CO. 35 Front Street, City of Hamilton Brown & Co. is the island’s most comprehensive department store offering a broad range of items including designer fragrances, sunglasses and accessories as well as Bermuda gifts, souvenirs, books and apparel. Info: 441 279 5442, www.brown.bm

BROWN & CO. - HALLMARK 35 Front Street, City of Hamilton The Hallmark Department of Brown & Co. is Bermuda’s largest gift and greeting card outlet and is the only Hallmark store outside of the United States. Info: 441 279 5442, www.brown.bm

BROWN & CO. - THE BOOKMART 35 Front Street, City of Hamilton The Bookmart at Brown & Co. offers the largest selection of local and international books on island and has a fabulous cafe overlooking the Hamilton Harbour. Info: 441 279 5442, www.brown.bm

CHATHAM HOUSE63 Front Street, City of Hamilton. A historic retailer of Cuban cigars.Info: 441 292 8422

CELLONECellOne offers Prepaid voice and data plan options giving you the flexibility you want on Bermuda’s Favourite Wireless Network. They carry the widest range of the most popular & powerful cell phones & devices in Bermuda, by Apple, Samsung, HTC, LG, Sony, BlackBerry and BLU. Info: 441 700 7000, www.cellone.bm

CRISSON JEWELLERS16 Queen Street, City of Hamilton / 55 Front Street, City of HamiltonFairmont Southampton, Southampton / Fairmont Hamilton, PembrokeClocktower Mall, Royal Naval DockyardCrisson Jewellers means the very best of Bermuda shopping. Your trip to Bermuda is incomplete without a visit to this landmark store. A family business since 1922, Crisson stands for good taste, quality and value. Crisson Jewellers proudly represents watch brands such as Rolex, TAG Heuer, Movado, Ebel, Tudor, Raymond Well, David Yurman. Frederique Constant,

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DAVIDROSE JEWELRYWater Street, St. George’s2014 Best of Bermuda award winner, Davidrose has a growing reputation as one of Bermuda’s most exciting jewellery boutiques. They carry an exclusive collection of fine jewellery and silver collection whilst specialising in bridal and custom pieces in their store on Somers’ Wharf. They boast one of the most unique luxury shopping experiences with a spectacular view of the harbour.Info: 441 293 7673 or www.davidrose.bm

DIGICELChurch Street Retail Store, Washington Mall, Church Street, City of HamiltonCourt Street Retail Store, Corner of Dundonald & Court Street, City of Hamilton. Info: 441 500 5000, www.digicelbermuda.com


shopping guideDOCKYARD PHARMACYRoyal Naval Dockyard, SandysFill a wide selection of European and American prescriptions and purchase over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and health and beauty aids. Open Monday to Sunday from 8am to 6pm. Info: 441 279 5410 or www.phoenixstores.bm

FIDDLESTICKS CRYSTAL CAVES GIFT SHOP Before or after your cave adventure, be sure to explore the unique gift shop, Fiddle sticks. You’ll discover a treasure trove of local souvenirs and gifts from around the world to commemorate your visit to the caves and forever remember your journey to Bermuda. Info: 441 293 0640, www.caves.bm

THE ISLAND SHOP (BARBARA FINSNESS DESIGNS)The Island Shop features original artwork designs on ceramics and linens by Bermudian artist Barbara Finsness. #3 Queen Street, Hamilton 441 292 5292, Fairmont Southampton, Southampton, 441 238 5999 & Somers Wharf, St George 441 297 1514Info: [email protected], www.islandexports.com

JUST ADD WATER BOUTIQUE32 Water Street, St. George’sVisit Just Add Water in the historical town of St. George’s. They specialise in the ‘Animal’ brand of clothing from the UK, from board shorts, t-shirts, swimwear, and dresses. They have many accessories from Anju Jewellery, Suncloud shades, and much more. The ATX paddle boards are one of the most popular brands on offer at their store. A full range of water related products from masks and snorkels, waterproof iPod’s, underwater camera’s and other products are also available. The store is also their booking centre for the East End where their knowledgeable staff can provide you with the ultimate in water experiences, whether it is cruising on a jet ski, a rental boat, or paddle boarding and kayaking. Info: 441 707 5000, www.justaddwaterbda.com

OCEANS GIFT SHOPBermuda Underwater Exploration Institute, 40 Crow Lane, PembrokeOceans Gift Shop is a treasure trove of unique gifts, memorable keepsakes, books, toys, t-shirts, artefact reproductions, Bermuda souvenirs and more! Info: 441 292 7219, www.buei.org


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What inspires me most about Bermuda are the colours. Pantone colour for spring/summer 2016 is Rose Quartz so as a designer I have been obsessed with the colour pink this season. It’s such a great spring shade and in Bermuda it’s every-where! The houses, the flowers, the beaches, the sunsets and the fashions. There are many talented designers in Bermuda and I wanted to share some of my local favourites... in pink!

From pale blush hues to super bright neon’s, the pink spectrum is huge. To keep from going too girly, choose pieces that are sophisticated, not too froufrou. I love the edgy angles of local jeweler Rebecca Little. Bermuda Born’s fun leather bags with pink neon detail feel like butter and are both sophisticated and edgy.

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You can even smell pink! Lili Bermuda makes a gorgeous romantic floral bou-quet composed of Bermuda mimosa, sparkling Clementine, white and pink peo-nies, and a dash of pink grapefruit. Yum. The Bermuda Candle Company’s hand poured, 100% organic candles will have you dreaming of Bermuda shorts and pink sand when you get home. Speaking of pink sand, visiting Alexandra Mosher’s bou-tique is a must. Her award winning pink sand pieces make a wonderful gift or island memento.

Not just for the girls. Pink looks great on a man. A nice pink tie, shirt, or Ber-muda shorts look great this spring. Pink TABS paired with an Island Shop tie, and you’re ready for a drink at the iconic Hamilton Princess.

Have fun and experiment with a dash of pink this season with my favorite Ber-muda brands that are on trend with this versatile summer hue. All of these are items designed by locals and available on island.

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treasures of the sea Atlantic Jewellery Studio


“The sea, once it casts its spell, holds one in its net of wonder forever.” Jacques Cousteau

Inside of the Washington Mall is a store with ocean blue walls, whimsical marine décor in the windows, and unique handmade jewellery displayed from wall to wall. As you step inside, you get the feeling of being below deck on an elegant pirate ship filled with prized jewels of the Atlantic. And the treasures you will find there

are endless. Bermuda Medallions, Historic Hog Penny replicas, a myriad of stackable rings, necklaces created with mystical gems and Bermuda’s iconic pink sand and sea glass…

“We do a lot of nautical and ocean themed pieces, but I don’t like to limit myself either” says the shop owner, Jacquie Lohan. With over 20 years experience, you could

say she is one of Bermuda’s more accomplished jewellers. She loves working with precious metals and gemstones, but she’s also a

passionate surfer whose infatuation with the ocean reveals itself in Atlantic Jewellery Studio’s collections.

Since establishing the business, she’s won numerous awards and even had her Jewellery featured on a Bermuda postage stamp. But she’s not one to hog the spotlight and has consistently celebrated the work of others. There’s ‘something for everyone’ in her showroom, where you’ll find not only her designs on display, but also designs made by fellow artist-friends and most importantly her apprentice, Jocelyn Powell. “Jocelyn has been with me for over 12 years. She is so talented and makes a lot of the pieces here,” Jacquie says.

Jocelyn crafts many lovely designs out of Bermuda elements such as pink sand, cedar, and the store’s extensive collection of gemstones and pearls. She also collaborates with Jacquie to design one of the studio’s most popular creations - ‘The Bermuda Medallion’. The silver-sculpted pendants are truly unique pieces fit for any aspiring mermaid. They contain rare pieces of our coloured sea-glass, pink sand, replicas of tiny sea-shells cast in silver, and resemble the little tide-pools left on the rocks by the waves. “I think they really capture the essence of Bermuda” says Jocelyn. The medallions are wonderful keepsakes that let you cherish the Island forever.

Washinton Mall | 9 Reid Street, Hamilton | 441-542-1554 | www. atlanticjewellery.bm

Jacquie Lohan above left | Jocelyn Powell pictured above right


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LILI BERMUDA – THE BERMUDA PERFUMERYLili Bermuda is an artistic reflection of Bermuda where each fragrance represents the Island’s natural beauty: from the pure scent of the wind and fresh salt spray of the ocean, to its luscious botanicals such as Bermuda cedarwood, spring freesias and juicy loquats. Every creation is meticulously developed on-island at historic Stewart Hall under the direction of Perfumer Isabelle Ramsay-Brackstone. “Art reflects environment,” she says and Bermuda’s authenticity is present in every bottle filled by hand. Info: 441 293 0627, www.bermuda-perfumery.com

ONION JACK’S TRADING POST77 Front Street, City of Hamilton Bermuda’s original theme store featuring the island’s favourite mascot. Info: 441 295 1263, www.onionjacks.com

THE PHOENIX STORES LTD.Prescriptions, health and beauty aids, and newsstand publications. Emergency prescriptions are dispensed on the spot and each location stocks an extensive range of over-the-counter medications, health and beauty aids, postcards, souvenirs, beach gear, sun-care products, mobile phone cards, snacks, beverages, newspapers, and magazines.The Phoenix Centre, 3 Reid St., Hamilton, 441 279 5451 Collector’s Hill Apothecary, 2 South Rd., Smith’s, 441 279 5513 Paget Pharmacy, Rural Hill Plaza, 130 South Rd., Paget, 441 279 5511Clarendon Pharmacy, 31 Victoria St., Hamilton, 441 279 5444 Woodbourne Chemist, 1 Gorham Rd., Pembroke, 441 295 2663 Dockyard Pharmacy, Royal Naval Dockyard, Sandys, 441 279 5410Info: www.phoenixstores.bm

P-TECH5 Reid Street, City of Hamilton Bose, Sony, GoPro, RCA, Nikon, Canon and Samsung, P-Tech delivers a wide selection of goods for home, office and travel. Whether speakers, TVs, digital cameras, camcorders, smartphones, tablets, laptops or accessories: #PTechHasIt. P-Tech is conveniently located in Hamilton and is open Monday to Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Info: 441 295 5496, www.ptech.bm

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art mattersTilting Axis: Shifting

Perspective to Caribbean ArtBy Lisa Howie, Director, Bermuda National Gallery

Recently I attended an art conference in Miami called Tilting Axis 2: Caribbean Strategies, which focused on collaboration and visibility in the region. The experience has me wondering how many visitors to Bermuda come wanting to know more about the visual art scene here. We know that our pink sand beaches and golf greens with seaside views lend to annual bookings, but what about the art? Can visual art experiences attract visitors and encourage repeat visits?

From my perspective, I think the answer is Yes, the visual arts can bring people to Bermuda and the Caribbean region. In coming days, I will be traveling to Bahamas (for the second year in a row) for an art event called Transforming Spaces. Exploring art in unusual locations and experiencing unique curatorial slants to temporary exhibitions make this an interesting reason to visit another Island. I also want to learn more about the art movement in Bahamas, gather ideas on how we can work together, and rally some interest in what we do here.

In June we open the 12th iteration of the Bermuda Biennial. This exhibition series serves as the Island’s contemporary art nexus, from which innovative artistic expression is encouraged and observed. In stride with global biennials, of which there are now hundreds, Bermuda’s exhibition will be specific and relevant to the location while addressing more universal ideas and interests. The exhibition can involve performance, temporary installations, digital media, or more traditional forms such as wood block printing. While the exhibition is often difficult to pin down in few words, it is most definitely a challenge to what has become the dominant Island expression: beautiful landscape scenes often painted in watercolour. Biennial exhibitions held in Jamaica and Martinique also challenge this norm.

As the global art market continues to rise to new levels, exploring and exposing new regional sites of creativity, attention will soon be placed on the market value of the Caribbean region. Perhaps it will be this economic interest that will turn heads toward the Bermuda Biennial and our Island’s art movement. Or perhaps it will be readers like yourself who journey into the museum, explore art across the Island, send out images on your Facebook and Instagram pages, and assist in the global message that the visual art movement in Bermuda- and the wider Caribbean region- is thriving.

I encourage you to enjoy the beach, the golf, the diving and much more, and to take time to explore the variety of visual art experiences on Island. Please visit us soon in City Hall, Hamilton.

For more information: www.bng.bm or call (441) 295-9428.

Christina Hutchings, Bermudian, #3 (detail), 2011, pen on paper. 4 ½ x 4 ½ in. Collection of Bermuda National Gallery.


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Book GuideBermuda’s Best-Sellers

“Books are a uniquely portable magic”- Stephen King

Transport the magic of Bermuda to your bookshelf at home with one of these best-selling titles. On your next visit to the city, stop inside the Bookmart within Brown & Co. - Bermuda’s favorite department store. They boast a large section of literature devoted to the island, written by local

authors.

ISLAND FLAMES Jonathan Smith

Jonathan Smith’s latest book tells the story of a pivotal period in Bermuda’s recent history

and examines in depth the dramatic events which surrounded the decision in 1977 to execute two men convicted of the murder of Bermuda’s Governor four years earlier. The book is transatlantic in its scope and offers insights into the workings of the British Government as well as its Bermudian counterpart. For the first time the real background to the civil disorder which followed the executions is explored. The book ends by looking at what lessons if any our Island community has taken or might still take from those

troubled times.

MOMMY SAYS Rosheena Beek

Beautifully illustrated by Warren L Maye, this thought provoking book weaves

age-old maternal advice, Christian spirituality and ancient West African symbolism into a series of moral pointers for young children. Each double page spread explores a common challenge that we have all


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Anthony PettitOne of Bermuda's Leading Art Dealers

Bermuda Fine Art, Antique Maps, Books, Prints & Ephemera

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Located inside A.S. Cooper’s on Front Street in the City of Hamilton, the Picturesque Gallery features Bermudian Photographer Roland Skinner’s colour archival prints of Bermuda. Select images can be reproduced on canvas and a variety of available boutique prints make an idyllic souvenir perfect for preserving a

memorable stay in Bermuda. The latest reprint of Roland’s At A Glance book is also available.

Roland Skinner has been photographing the island since 1958. His wonderful photography truly captures the unique colours, contours of the island, its flamboyant sunsets, lush floral landscapes and sweeping aerial views.

A.S. Cooper & Sons Ltd., 59 Front Street, City of Hamilton / 441 295 3961www.picturesquebermuda.com / Facebook/PicturesqueBermuda

Frank Vining Smith 1879 – 1967 Fine watercolour entitled Leaving Bermuda. 14 x 20 inches. c 1930

The weather beaten sailing ship in company with two other vessels is seen passing what may be Two Rock Passage. The artist was well known for his maritime paintings both in the international field and locally. Scenes around the City of Hamilton and its waters were a particular favorite.

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faced as a child and provides guidance through what ‘Mommy says’. The Asante symbols featured throughout introduce children to further themes such as the need to seek unity and to strive for excellence in all they do.

THE BERMUDA COOK BOOKCecile C Snaith – Simmons

The recipes in this wonderful collection draw their inspiration from the West Indies and Europe as well as from Bermuda. As you would expect, they include Bermudian staples such as Codfish and Potatoes and what is perhaps the definitive take on Fish Chowder (it has twenty five ingredients!). What you might not expect are champagne cocktails and seven minute frosting for cupcakes but both of these make an appearance. Whether you are cooking quickly for yourself after a long day at work or you’re putting together dishes for a special celebration dinner, this little book

will prove invaluable.

PICTURESQUE BERMUDA AT A GLANCEPhotographs by Roland SkinnerRoland Skinner’s photography is justifiably famous across the globe. He took his first photographs of Bermuda back in 1958 and has been working ever since to capture on film the intoxicating mixture of light and colour which is perhaps unique to these Islands. For millions of people around the world these iconic images are synonymous

with Bermuda and perpetuate memories of carefree vacations. This paperback addition to the ‘Picturesque’ range collects the very best of Mr Skinner’s work together in one affordable and (important for our visitors) portable volume.

Book Reviews by Martin Buckley. Courtesy of The Bookmart at Brown & Co. 35 Front Street, Hamilton(441) 279-5442www.brown.bm

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golf“Timing is everything - What’s Beethoven got to do with it”

BY KIM SWAN, J.P. TEACHING PROFESSIONAL

Golfing in the spring is a special time of the year - the melody of the birds chirping punctuates that mother natural is providing more favourable weather. We welcome visiting snowbirds to our shores, to get their golf games fine tuned before their home courses have season open golf tournaments up and down the east coast.

Clearly, the time is right in the spring to encourage golfers from the northeast starving for golf after a winter longing for a round of golf.

What’s Beethoven, Tchaikovsky & Chopin ‎got to do with golf?

Let us not forget ‎that Rhythm is a key fundamental of golf - an essential ingredient of golf that is often ignored, seldom practice and greatly undervalued by many golfers - timing is the unseen quality that translates to feel, described as fluidity, smooth. Music is a tool often used by golf practitioners both coaches and players, to convey the essential feelings required to incorporate proper timing and the tempo that fits the personality of the golfer. There is no one size fits all - different tunes fit different golfing styles - make no mistake, good rhythm is essential.

Proper Fundamental Essential

At Port Royal developmental program we emphasize proper fundamentals and we go at lengths to explain the significance of proper fundamentals/techniques in golf - Aim; Grip; Posture/Ball Position/Stance; Rhythm & Balance that promotes a swinging motion based on turning on plane.

For golfers looking to identify and correct a problem with their golf game, we look closely at the fundamentals.

Good Timing and Feel

At the end of the day, a golfer must feel confident enough to trust their golf swing. Trust and Feel cannot be seen or touched but are necessary for success in the proper execution of a golf shot - especially in a competive environment. Rhythm is also unseen and is invaluable to develop good timing. Good timing is not only important for a golfer hit the ball solidly but good timing also essential to encourage persons to visit Bermuda - let us start now to reestablish increased numbers of repeat visitors for 2017 and beyond in our taboo off season visitors.

‎We at Port Royal look forward to welcoming new golfers and returning golfers, our aim is to make you all feel at home at our world class public golf course. When the time is right for your visit, we will be ready to welcome you.

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historical storiesA Home Under the Runway

BY DR. EDWARD CECIL HARRIS, MBE, JP, PHD, FSA

Some months ago, Elizabeth Musson Kawaley launched the second edition of her book of memories, named for her childhood home, The Island that Disappeared. Hers was Longbird Island, now destroyed to accommodate Bermuda’s airport.

There was only one other island that was inhabited prior to the making of Kindley Field in 1941 and that was Westcott Island on the western side of a bay known as ‘The Sink’, off the south side of St. David’s Island. If one stands today on the lawn of the historic Carter House and looks towards Castle Island, Westcott is now an island and home under the runway, pushed into The Sink to fill it up.

Upon reading of Elizabeth Kawaley’s account of her island, Barbara Higgs Roberts came forward with her memories of St. David’s Island and in particular of the home of one set of her grandparents, who lived on Westcott Island. The islet was home to Clarissa and John Fox, parents to Susan, Barbara’s mother, who married a Higgs, another of the main family names of St. David’s Island. The island of five acres was connected to St. David’s by a narrow land bridge.

Barbara (now deceased) was born in 1920 and her ‘memories go back to my

Top Images: Left, Howard Smith’s lily farm looked towards Grace’s Island with Westcott Island and The Sink beyond; in centre the view in 2013, Westcott Island being under the runway; right, the Savage 1901 survey shows the disposition of The Sink and Westcott Island, both later buried under Kindley Field.

The only surviving picture of “Westcott House” on the island of that name, now ‘disappeared’ under the tarmac of Bermuda’s airport.


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wonderful childhood days when St. David’s was a natural, kind and lovely Island…many people today have grown up with hearsay, but I was there and this is how I remember it’. Mrs. Roberts noted: ‘I have seen the Severn Bridge built and demolished. I have seen the Railway built and destroyed. I have seen the south side of St. David’s grow and the natural beauty destroyed by the U.S. Base’.

Harking back, Barbara wrote that ‘when the Base came, my immediate family was not dispossessed, but my granny, Clarissa, three aunts and an uncle were. They lived on Westcott Island. The only access to this

Barbara Higgs and her brother Wilfred in a boxcar on Westcott Island: inset, four generations: Barbara Higgs Roberts, her son Larry, his daughter Natalie and her son Oliver.

Aunt Elsie Fox, Barbara Higgs Roberts’ relative, standing on the Westcott Island bridge, photographed about 1920.

was over a small wooden bridge, homemade with no modern equipment. It was about a hundred yards long, surrounded by mangroves and when the tide was high it was almost under water’.

As young children, almost as it were on a ‘deserted island’, the Higgs’ and others ran freely and wild about St. David’s. Mrs. Roberts has written: ‘At a very young age, I was allowed to walk on my own to see my granny. It would take me almost 15 minutes, always taking shortcuts through neighbours’ gardens, but no one complained in those days. I would walk down a rocky hill named “Scribes and Pharisees”; at the bottom we would come to The Sink—ever so beautiful: untouched. All of the pathway wound through buttonwood trees and then I would be at the little bridge and then Westcott Island, where I spent most of my childhood growing up with two aunts, a

browbeaten uncle and my granny (also known as “Poor Mama”)’.

Hopefully, more women like Barbara and Elizabeth will take the time to record their memories and preserve their memorabilia, which will enhance the lives of the present generations and those of Bermudians yet to come.


do you know...… About getting around in

Bermuda: The Age of the BicycleBY HORST AUGUSTINOVIC

With its narrow roads, getting around was never easy. However, with the increasing number of visitors in the late 1800s, Bermuda had to offer sight seeing and ‘attractions’ not just in Hamilton, but across the island. Livery stables offered carriages for day trips to St. George’s and Somerset, and ferries and row boats were available to carry tourists across the harbor, some of whom then walked to the South Shore beaches.

In 1886 Marriott Morris, well-known photographer and relative of Bermuda’s Perot family, brought his bicycle to Bermuda and soon the livery stables offered bicycles for rent. Tourists quickly discovered their new mobility which was advertised as ‘Faster than a horse and cheaper to look after!’ Driving and Cycling Road Maps showing the hundred or so miles of roads were

Marriott Morris and his penny-farthing bicycle in 1886 …

soon published and a number of guide books listing hotels, guest houses, livery stables and Bermuda itineraries were being printed.

Having banned all automobiles in 1908, Bermuda remained a horse-drawn society with bicycles the favourite mode of transportation of both Bermudians and visitors. With a population about 25,000 in the 1930s, there were around 16,000 bicycles and 550 horse drawn carriages licensed in Bermuda.

Lost in a sea of bicycles, Mrs. William Gibson of New York City tries to figure out where she left her wheels at the Bermuda Tennis Club Stadium during the 1938 Tennis Championships.


do you know about getting around Bermuda...

… and tourists in the 1920s.

… and taking the family for a spin – Mr. and Mrs. Edmund Cooper with Peter on the front and Kirk on the back.


99 barrels of rumGosling’s Master Class


Did you know that 90% of rum is made from fermented molasses? And that in the olden days rum was used as a cure-all for aches and pains? Or – that British Naval sailors would receive a daily ration of rum and the high demand for it in Europe and North America fuelled the transatlantic slave trade?

At the Gosling’s Master Class taught by their Rum Brand Director, Andrew Holmes, you’ll learn all about the history, culture and ritual of rum in the tropics. With a special focus on how Gosling’s rums, our largest product of export, connects Bermuda to the rest of the Caribbean and the wider world. Those who attended the last sessions, held at the Gosling’s wine cellar on Dundonald Street, were taken on a behind-the-scenes tour of the Gosling’s rum blending and bottling facility, followed by a tasting session.

From the Family Reserve Old Rum (judged #1 Aged Rum in the World by the Caribbean Journal), to the Bermuda Gold Liqueur (made with locally harvested loquats and sold exclusively on island), the class sampled the whole range of Gosling’s award-winning rums, including the family’s newest edition, Gosling’s Gold Seal Rum - a smooth amber blend with ‘an intense aroma of butterscotch, flavors of vanilla and floral hints.’

“It’s a premium gold rum that you can enjoy on the rocks” says Andrew. He is confident that the new blend, which was designed to compliment Gosling’s beloved Black Seal Rum in the overseas market, will win many awards and prove a hit in Canada and North

America where spiced rum is currently very popular. “One thing you always look for in any quality rum is the finish,” Andrew told the class. The new Gold Seal Rum has an initial sweetness, with layers of spice and a gentle, dry, warm finish.

The Gosling’s Family have been perfecting the art of rum making in Bermuda since 1858, when they created the original recipe for “Black” as it’s known locally, the key ingredient in our national cocktails; the Rum Swizzle & the Dark n’ Stormy.

Visit any one of their retail outlets in Hamilton, Front Street or the airport Duty Free. Gosling’s Ltd, 9 Dundonald Street, Hamilton, 441 295 1123, www.goslings.com

By Air:


places to unwind in the open air...


Take in the ocean and the sky at these popular outdoor venues.

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Tobacco Bay Beach In St. George’s

Enjoy the laid back atmosphere at Bermuda’s most famous sunset beach! With the newly established Beach Bar- now this historic landmark has everything you need to kick back, relax and reap the full benefits island living.

Highlights: Great music, tasty beach grub, exotic cocktails and handy beach

rentals- this spot features a suite of amenities found at no other beach on the island.

Enhance the experience: Partagas Serie D#4Woody Taste. This cigar is strong and full-bodied,exploring aromas of wood and spices in equal doses.

Sea Breeze Lounge At Elbow Beach

This cool and sophisticated lounge is one of the best places for a truly ‘Al Fresco’ experience. Located on an open terrace that overlooks the picturesque Elbow Beach, Sea Breeze lounge lets you enjoy the South Shore in style and comfort.

Highlights: Fresh sushi, tantalizing tapas, and a custom made wooden gazebo to sit in for dining or simply relaxing with a drink.

Enhance the experience: Cohiba Robusto Strong and peppery. This cigar is an extremely balanced full-bodied blend that

This selection of cigars are available from

CHATHAM HOUSE on Front Street, 441 292 8422


represents a model of high quality Cuban cigars.

Red Steakhouse & Bar On Front Street

The Chill and sexy vibe at this city hotspot will relieve your need to keep bar hopping. Red is the perfect after-dinner venue, boasting Front Street’s largest outdoor patio, it has all you need to unwind and enjoy nightlife

on the harbor.

Highlights: A world-class selection of certified Angus prime steaks and local sea-food, artisan cheeses, and a wide variety of wines.

Enhance the experience: Bolivar Belicosos

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but at the same time smooth, robust and complex.

Bonefish Bar & Grill In Dockyard

Take the ferry to dockyard and hop off at this culinary gem that sits directly across from the ferry terminal. Enjoy the casual, hip atmosphere of this restaurant and bar as you relax on the spacious outdoor patio facing the ocean.

Highlights: A simple, classic menu featuring excellent seafood, island- inspired cocktails, and lively music entertainment on the patio.

Enhance the experience: Montecristo #2This cigar is very powerful from the start. It tantalizes the palate with rich wood and spice flavors, yet maintains a creamy taste the whole way through.

Description: Woody and roasted. This cigar is full-bodied with spices and hints of hazelnut and latte flavors.

Crown & Anchor Bar, Restaurant & TerraceAt the Hamilton Princess Hotel & Beach Club

Even if you are not a guest at the hotel you can still enjoy it’s service and stunning design at Bermuda’s newest “must visit venue”. The new sleek makeover has created a beautiful outdoor seating area, complete with landscaped gardens, contemporary sculptures and a large gazebo.

Highlights: Unobstructed views of Hamilton Harbor from the outdoor terrace, an exceptional rum selection from the bar and famous artworks on display throughout the lobby and grounds.

Enhance the experience: Romeo & Julieta Churchill Hints of vanilla, coffee, cocoa and herb flavors. This is a powerful cigar


bistro j5 Reasons to Celebrate the

Weekend at this Little Hot Spot!BY BRIGITTA WOHLMUTH

Off- The-Beaten-PathWe’re letting you in on a local secret here so shhhh! Don’t tell everybody but tucked away in one of Hamilton’s enchanting alleys is this charming little Bistro. Amidst the other restaurants in the alley, you’ll find it has its own unique character. It’s also a great place to start your Friday night out on the town, located just a stone’s throw away from the bars and clubs on Front Street.

Good Things Come in Small PackagesThis cozy little Bistro only has 10 tables (approx. 35 seats), making it a great place for a private party. But even if you only book one table: “What’s great about the small setting is you can have interactions with the staff and other guests that you don’t usually get in other restaurants,” says the manager Rachel. They’re also a ‘small cog in a big wheel’ as part of the Yellowfin Group of Restaurants. They share the kitchen and bar with Port O’ Call and deliver the same culinary standard but in an environment that’s more casual and intimate.

The Black-Board Menu What’s really special about Bistro J is the food! Not only is everything made from scratch (yes, the cheesecake, baguettes, and even their burger buns are made on site!), but they also have a funky blackboard menu that changes daily. Everyday the board gets wiped clean to make space for new delicious titles, lovingly written in chalk.

Dinner Won’t Break the Bank Nobody ever said Bermuda was cheap, but if you know where to go you can get a good bang for your buck. This is one of those places. Here you can experience fine dining at a very modest price. Any night of the week you can get a 2 or 3 course meal for under $40 per person (now that’s a reason to celebrate!)

Wine Lovers Welcome Here!You can’t dine without the wine - and at Bistro J they stand by that policy. They boast a seasonal changing wine list, according to manager Rachel: “Every few months I go over it to see what’s working and what’s not. It’s very personal” she says. They also host wine tasting dinners about every six weeks where each meal course is paired with a special wine to compliment.

Bistro J | 87 Front St, Hamilton | (441) 296 8546 | www.portocall.bm


eat & drink guideBARRACUDA GRILL5 Burnaby Hill (above the Hog Penny), HamiltonOne of Bermuda’s most celebrated restaurants, this is THE place for outstanding seafood and chops prepared with expertise in a contemporary style. Proudly winning over ten Best of Bermuda Awards, classically stylish Barracuda features warm mahogany woods, plush banquettes and a sumptuous but comfortable dining room, suitable for power lunches or a romantic tête-à-tête. Join guests at the cozy bar and enjoy cocktails mixed by our award winning bartender, or one of many 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 with a fresh passion. Info: 441 292 1609. [email protected], barracuda-grill.com

A Taste of Land & Sea441 234 5151 | Royal Naval Dockyard \ bonefish.bm

Italian Culture & Cuisine441 234 5009 | Royal Naval Dockyard \ amici.bm

Dine on the Green441 232 0100 | Port Royal Golf Course, Southampton

BELLA VISTA BAR & GRILLPort Royal Golf Course, SouthamptonSet atop one of the World’s finest golf courses; enjoy the West End’s finest food at Bella Vista, a menu bursting with fresh, innovative Mediterranean flavour. Overlooking the stunning views of South Shore and its incomparable sunsets, the “19th Hole” is the perfect post-round cocktail spot for golfers and spectators alike. And there’s no need to interrupt the game; hungry players can have lunch delivered to the course! Info: 441 232 0100, www.bellavistabermuda.com


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BISTRO J8 Chancery Lane HamiltonTucked away in one of Hamilton’s most enchanting and historical alleys, Bistro J offers a unique, wholesome, and imaginative menu that changes daily. Served in a lively, bistro setting, the daily specials will tweak your taste buds with fresh local seafood, the finest European and American meats, homemade pastas and the best produce Bermuda has to offer. The wine list is extensive, with all wines available by the glass. Open for lunch five days a week and dinner 6 nights a week, this culinary jewel

is a must for those wishing to enjoy modestly priced fine dining in a vibrant atmosphere. Info: 441 296 3388, www.bistroj.bm

BOLERO RESTAURANT & BAR95 Front Street, City of HamiltonJoin Chef / Owner Jonny Roberts and his team at this lively and bustling Brasserie, while enjoying a classic Bistro atmosphere, creative and incredible food, friendly and efficient service, and an overall enjoyable relaxed dining experience. A “neighbourhood” restaurant, its entrance just off Front Street in the City of Hamilton, Bolero welcomes people from all walks of life, simply looking for good food. The menu is extensive, seasonal and has earned this busy establishment many awards and accolades. Info: 441 292 4507 or www.bolerobrasserie.com

BONEFISH BAR & GRILL6 Dockyard Terrace, DockyardBone Fish Bar & Grill is located at Royal Naval Dockyard, just a short walk from the cruise ship terminal and ferry dock. Come ashore or head West from anywhere else in Bermuda and let our staff show you why we are consistently rated among Bermuda’s top dining and entertainment venues. Join Chef/Owner Livio Ferigo and his team, while enjoying a happy atmosphere, fun music, wonderful indoor/outdoor bar/dining and views of the waterfront. Live entertainment weekly. Open 7 days a week. Info: 441 234 5151, www.bonefish.bm

BOUCHEE BISTRO FRANCAISOuterbridge Building, 75 Pitts Bay Road, HamiltonBouchée is a favourite among locals and a recommended experience for visitors. Enjoy a classic breakfast, casual lunch or a French-inspired dinner never to be forgotten. Located at the Western end of Front Street this charming little hot spot aims to please everyone’s palate with delightful menu options including an impressive wine list in a sophisticated-casual atmosphere complimented by outstanding service.Info: 441 295-5759, www.bouchee.bm

BERMUDA BISTRO AT THE BEACH103 Front Street, City of HamiltonBermuda’s number one hot spot from morning through to late night. Located in the heart of Hamiton on Front Street The Beach offers the best drink specials and tastiest food in Bermuda. It is by far the most fun in Bermuda for the best value where anything goes. The Beach has everything from morning Breakfast starting at 9:00am through to a late night menu. Daily specials featuring the Islands freshestseafood and produce. Info: 441 295 0219 or www.thebeachbermuda.com

MONDAY DINNER ONLY – 6:00PM - 10:00PM

TUESDAY TO FRIDAY LUNCH AND DINNER 11:30AM-2:30PM/6:00PM-10:30PM

SATURDAY DINNER ONLY 6:00PM-10.30PM

CLOSED SUNDAYS

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441 292 4507MONDAY DINNER ONLY – 6:00PM - 10:00PM

TUESDAY TO FRIDAY LUNCH AND DINNER 11:30AM-2:30PM/6:00PM-10:30PM

SATURDAY DINNER ONLY 6:00PM-10.30PM

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CAFÉ AMICIClock Tower Mall, SandysEnjoy an enchanting experience at this casual Italian Cafe. Open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and the best Pizza in Dockyard, Cafe Amici is conveniently located just a short walk from the Cruise Ship Terminal and Ferry Dock. Join family and friends for traditional Italian Cuisine served up just as it is in the back streets of Italy! Dine inside or “al fresco”. Traditional Bermudian Codfish Breakfast is served on Sundays. Info: 441 234 5009, www.amici.bm

CAFE TEN10 Dundonald Street HamiltonThis award-winning café/bar is your best choice for a casual lunch. Enjoy their home-brewed coffees, fresh and delicious salads, pastas, sandwiches and daily blackboard specials. Home made desserts and Bermuda‘s best Tapas can upgrade your meeting to celebration status. Compliment your meal with a glass of wine or a cocktail made with fresh fruit & ingredients from the bar. Info: 441 295 0857, www.ten.bm

CHOPSTIX FUSION88 Reid Street, City of HamiltonBermuda’s original Chinese restaurant, has grown its menu over the last thirty years to include the best of Thai, Indian, Filipino and Vietnamese cuisine. Whether you’re in the mood for classics, including Sweet and Sour Chicken and Peking Duck or wanting to expand your taste buds with our rotating specials, Chopsticks is here to satisfy your Far East cravings. Open for lunch Monday to Friday 11:30am-2:30pm, dinner seven days a week from 5pm-11pm. Info: 441 292 0791, www.chopsticks.bm

COCONUT ROCK20 Reid Street, City of HamiltonTucked downstairs just off Reid Street enjoy delicious food and creative drinks at Coconut Rock. The bar is open until 2:00am with Take-out available until late. Call for details and the weekly entertainment schedule. Fancy some of Bermuda’s best sushi? Check out Yashi, located inside Coconut Rock. This quaint little Japanese house is the perfect get away from it all and the sushi is superb. You can also order sushi in the main dining room or take it to go! Info: 441 292 1043 or www.coconutrock.com

FROG & ONION AND DOCKYARD BREWING CO.Cooperage Building, 4 Maritime Ln, DockyardThis authentic British-style pub, was created in 1992 by a Bermudian and a Frenchman. This historic Cooperage, completed in 1853, was converted to five storehouses in the 1940s. With great comfort food and tasty gastropub-style dishes, Dockyard Brewing Co. is Bermuda’s only microbrewery, and has the distinction of being the only producer of adult beverage that can wear the “Totally Made in Bermuda” stamp. Featuring 5 different types of beers and ales, it is a favourite destination of locals

and tourists alike who wish to sample artisanal beverages of exceptional quality. Info: 441 234 2900, [email protected], www.frogandonion.bm

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Williams House, 20 Reid Street, HamiltonCoconut Rock 441 292-1043 \ Yashi Sushi Bar 441 296-6226

delicious food | creative drinks great atmosphere | weekly entertainment

come hang with the locals

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GRIFFINS BISTRO6 Rose Hill, St. George’s Club, St. George’sLocated at the georgeous St. George’s Club in the heart of the old towne overlooking the harbour, The extremly inviting and cozy Griffin’s Bistro and Bar is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner on Monday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Griffin’s Bar is a great place to unwind after work whether it be round the pool bar or sitting around the fire in the Somer’s Lounge in the sipping from some of the best Single Malt Whisky available on the island. Info: 441 297 1200, www.stgeorgesclub.bm

HENRY VIII69 South Road, SouthamptonHenry VIII Restaurant, Sushi Bar & Pub is located on Bermuda’s beautiful South Shore. Named after a Tudor king renowned for his enjoyment of food, drink and music, Henry’s has been operating for over 40 years, providing good food and lively entertainment in a wonderful setting. Isn’t it time for a little fun? Dance the night away with our late night entertainment, or join us for Sunday Brunch. Info: 441 238 1977, www.henrys.bm

HOG PENNY HOG PENNY RESTAURANT AND PUB5 Burnaby Hill (Just up from Front Street), HamiltonThe Hog Penny is Hamilton’s oldest licensed establishment and interestingly is the original inspiration for the Cheers pub in Boston. Our 50-plus year history gives us a delightful patina of age that you just can’t replicate. Gourmet Magazine exclaimed “it was love at first sight for us, as well as the throngs who flock here!” This great institution is hard to beat for a truly authentic experience. Featuring fantastic, hearty, pub-style comfort food that has won countless ‘Best of Bermuda’ awards, the Hog Penny continues to be a favourite spot for generations of

locals and visitors alike! Info: 441 292 2534. www.hogpennypub.com

LOBSTER POT & BOATHOUSE BAR6 Bermudiana Road, City of HamiltonA warm welcome awaits you at The Lobster Pot, Bermuda’s finest seafood restaurant for more than 40 years. A favourite with locals and visitors, the Lobster Pot offers an outstanding variety of Bermuda seafood specialties and fresh fish delivered daily. Don’t like seafood, try our centre cut filet mignon or sirloin steak, succulent rack of lamb or tender chicken breast. We’ll serve it just the way you like it. The Lobster Pot is a ‘must visit’ for anyone who enjoys fine food and friendly service. Info: 441 292 6898, www.lobsterpot.bm


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MAD HATTERS22 Richmond Road, PembrokeClassic European with a Thai/North-American fusion, Mad Hatters set menu and daily specials are constantly changing to reflect both seasonal demand and the diversity of our talented chefs. Serving signature gourmet cuisine in a casual, yet elegant environment, they are one of the only Bermuda restaurants who meticulously balance upscale quality with an unpretentious setting. When you enter our debonair dining room, you’ll notice that the walls are decorated with hats of all shapes, styles and sizes. Go ahead…try one on. Info: 441 297 6231, www.madhatters.bm

PIZZA HOUSE (3 Locations)Serving up delicious pizzas, salads and sandwiches for dine-in or take-out. Pizza House chain has restaurants in Heron Bay, Shelly Bay and Southside. Choose from 21 different toppings at 3 convenient locations to suit you.

Heron Bay Plaza, Southampton, Info: 441 238 2753Shelly Bay Plaza, Hamilton Parish, Info: 441 293 8465Southside, St. David’s, Info: 441 293 5700


PICKLED ONION RESTAURANT AND BAR53 Front Street, HamiltonThe Pickled Onion is a contemporary upscale but casual restaurant, with Bermuda’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 Getaways. Our food is North American focused, with global influences. Join us at our classy and fun Martini style bar, popular with local professionals or those wanting to enjoy a night out on the town. We feature live entertainment seven nights a week in season, and overlook the harbour.

Info: 441 295 2263. [email protected], www.thepickledonion.com

PORTOFINO20 Bermudiana Road, HamiltonFor over 35 years Portofino has been a favourite for both locals and visitors alike. The cozy atmosphere, friendly staff and delicious Italian menu filled with classics beloved by the whole family will have you returning again and again. Don’t forget to ask about their daily specials, dreamed up by Head Chef Filippo Vianello, as well as their award-winning desserts. You can expect the same quality and attention from their takeout service allowing you to take the authentic Italian experience home. We look forward to serving you. Info: 441 292 2375, www.portofino.bm

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SOUTHSIDE ST. DAVIDʼS | 293-5700SHELLY BAY PLAZA HAMILTON | 293-8465

HERON BAY PLAZA SOUTHAMPTON | 238-2753

Mini, Small, Medium, Large, X Large & Jumbo 21 DIFFERENT TOPPINGS

106 S O U T H S I D E R O A D S T. D AV I D ’ S

“Bermudaʼs Unique Dining Experience”Where you can choose from

Premium Cuts of Steak, Seafood & Lamb “Cooked to Perfection”

Along with Fresh Vegetables & Salads and The Most Mouthwatering Desserts

Reservations 777.0555Open 5:30pm Nightly except Mondays

DRESS CODE: Smart Casual


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RESERVATIONS 441- 238-1977 • [email protected] • WWW.HENRYS.BM

RED RESTAURANT & BAR55 Front Street, HamiltonOverlooking breathtaking Hamilton Harbor on Front Street’s largest outdoor patio, Red Steakhouse & Bar is Bermuda’s newest restaurant and lounge. Designed by internationally acclaimed architect Jason Jones, guests will be welcomed to an “old world charm, meets new world dining” atmosphere, where the spectrum of senses is delighted with the very best in food, wine, cocktails and interior design. Red’s unique dining options include the classic Steakhouse dining room, the vibrant and chic lounge, VIP balcony seating and the contemporary

outdoor patio. Info: 441 292 7331, [email protected] or www.redbermuda.com

RUBY MURRYS2 Chancery Lane, HamiltonRuby Murrys is the newest addition to Bermuda’s restaurant scene ,which is quickly becoming the place to go for discerning diners who yearn for the real taste of India. Our menu features some of the most popular gastronomic delights from the many diverse regional styles of India, traditional and modern, all served in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. The upstairs wine bar serves Indian-style tapas to share. Open for lunch 5 days a week and dinner 7 nights a week. Take-out and catering available. Info: 441 295 5058 or www.yellowfin.bm

PEARL87 Front Street, HamiltonLocated above Port O’ Call ‘s bustling bar on Front Street, Pearl is a welcome addition to Bermuda’s sushi scene. When creating the menu, our skilled Sushi chefs have combined their traditional Japanese culinary training along with the culinary styles garnered through world-wide experience. A unique and extensive sake & wine list is available for you. The result is a modern and creative menu, which still satisfies the classic sushi experience. Open for lunch five days a week and dinner nightly. Info: 441 295 9150, www.pearl.bm or [email protected]

PORT O CALL87 Front Street, HamiltonOne of Bermuda’s most popular restaurants, Port O’ Call consistently draws a crowd from Happy hour and beyond. Enjoy award-winning signature dishes featuring contemporary styles with an emphasis on fresh Bermuda Seafood. Enjoy our award winning wine list, with over 40 selections by the glass, or a cocktail designed by our award winning bartenders. Open for lunch five days a week and dinner nightly, dine inside or on our al fresco harbour-view terrace - either way you’re sure to love the experience of superb service and a masterful menu in an

elegant setting. Info: 441 295 5373, [email protected], www.portocall.bm

ROSA’S121 Front Street, City of Hamilton Mixing up the island’s best margaritas and cocktails, Rosa’s not only offers the island’s sole Tex-Mex cuisine but something to please even the pickiest of eaters. From fall-off-the-bone ribs and juicy burgers to sizzling fajitas and Bermuda’s most popular wings, Rosa’s fresh take on Mexican cuisine truly offers something for everyone. Come and relax on our balcony and enjoy 2-for-1 margaritas from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. daily. Rosa’s is open seven days a week from 11:30 a.m. until 11 p.m. Info: 441 295 1912 or www.rosas.bm


RESERVATIONS 441- 238-1977 • [email protected] • WWW.HENRYS.BM

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SWIZZLE INN - EASTBailey’s Bay, Hamilton ParishHome of the original rum swizzle, our potent rum and fruit juice cocktail, The Swizzle Inn is Bermuda’s oldest and most famous pub. Established in 1932 in a 17th Century roadhouse, “Swizzle” serves up its namesake cocktail alongside great pub style food and evening entertainment in a setting filled with character and its popular, two-tiered patio. This Bailey’s Bay landmark is fun for all the family, with Live entertainment seasonally and weekly trivia nights. Shop the Swagger out Gift Shop for souvenirs to take home or drop in for a final cool one on your way to flight check in. Info: 441 293 1854 or www.swizzleinn.com

SWIZZLE INN - WEST87 South Shore Road, WarwickThis second and equally popular location is situated along South Shore’s beach route. Enjoy the trademark Rum Swizzle and pub-style favourites, nachos, burgers, salads, sandwiches and sundaes on the patio after a day at the beach. Live entertainment on the patio seasonally. Shop for Swizzle Inn-Swagger Out souvenirs in the gift shop.Info: 441 236 7459, www.swizzleinn.com


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VICTORIA GRILL 29 Victoria Street, HamiltonVictoria Grill is an upscale-casual restaurant, quick-service café, and cocktail bar. Sophisticated urban chic exudes from each segment: Java Jive is a gourmet café featuring specialty coffees, fresh-baked goods, unique breakfasts and lunches to go. Enjoy your cappuccino on our street-level patio and watch the hustle and bustle of Victoria Street. Rumba°r features a 25-seat onyx stone bar with an outdoor lounge complete with upholstered banquettes, the perfect destination for a gathering. The menu includes tapas to share. Reserve the V.I.P. Room. With the flick of a

switch it is converted from transparent glass to opaque seclusion. Our main dining room is the perfect place for that important power lunch or dinner, or an intimate dining experience and features seasonal cuisine changes from our talented chefs. Info: 441 296 5050, [email protected], www.irg.bm

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THE TEMPEST BISTRO22 Water Street, St. George’sThere’s no denying the old charm of this UNESCO World Heritage site and this cobbled Water Street location is no exception. From the folks that brought you Mad Hatters at the Mariners Club in Hamilton, comes a unique culinary journey in the Old Carriage House. Classic bistro favourites take on a new identity in the hands of a fresh, young team seeing a classic Bermuda fish sandwich reinvented with grilled banana and avocado cream or deconstructed perennial favourite, lemon meringue pie. Specials change daily. Info: 441 297 0861


Join us for a culinary adventure overlooking stunning views of St. George’s Harbour

Reservations 441 297 0861, 22 Water Street, St. George’s

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WAHOO’S WATERSIDE BISTRO & PATIO36 Water Street, St. George’s Bring your family for a nice relaxing meal or come for a romantic dinner where you’ll overlook the moon lit harbour. Info: 441 297 1307 or www.wahoosbistro.bm

YASHI SUSHI20 Reid Street, City of Hamilton The most delicious Sushi in town! This quaint, little underground Japanese house is the perfect place to get away from it all and the sushi is affordable and superb. Their house salad is beloved by all. Try some of their unique appetizers and signature rolls, you won’t be disappointed. Eat inside Yashi or in the Coconut Rock dining room and bar to mix it up. Take out available. Info: 441 296 6226


“Bermuda’s premier seafood restaurant for more than 40

years. Sailors and landlubbers meet to enjoy the best in fresh fish and other delicious food

for lunch and dinner!”

Monday to Friday: Lunch: 11:30am to 4:30pm Dinner: 4:30pm until closing

Saturday: 5:30pm until closing

Sunday: 6:00pm until closing

Closed Public Holidays

Located on the corner of Bermudiana & Gorham Roads in Hamilton.

Reservations:

292-6898

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Open: Lunch (Mon-Fri) 12 noon - 2pmDinner (Mon-Sat) 6pm - 9:30pm

Ever Changing Lunch & Dinner Specials

Mad Hatters

441 297 6231www.madhatters.bm

22 RICHMOND RD, HAMILTON

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nightlifeHamilton After Hours


Find your rhythm at one of the City’s hot-spots where the party doesn’t stop ‘till 3 in the morning.

CAFÉ CAIRO 93 Front Street, HamiltonThis Egyptian themed party-zone boasts a lively dance floor, a hookah lounge and a cozy balcony. Music: Contemporary hits and popular dance music.Crowd: Mixed crowd. Best Nights: Friday & SaturdayInfo: 441 295 5155

SPRING GARDEN 19 Washington Lane (Off Reid St.)This “Bagan” (Barbadian) restaurant turns into an open-air bashment club after hours. Music: Old School Reggae, Dancehall & SocaCrowd: Mostly locals ages 25-40Best Nights: Thursday, Friday & SaturdayInfo: 441 295 7416

THE BEACH 103 Front Street, HamiltonA staple in Hamilton’s nightlife scene. Come rain, blow or shine - here the party is always on. Music: Dancehall, Hip-Hop and RnBCrowd: Mostly locals ages 18-35Best Nights: Tuesdays, Fridays & Saturdays Info: www.thebeachbermuda.com

COSMOPOLITAN ULTRA 95 Front Street, HamiltonHamilton’s only official nightclub. They boast an open-air dancefloor and host regular themed events. Music: Popular dance music played by local DJ’sCrowd: Mostly locals ages 18-35Best Nights: Wednesdays, Fridays & SaturdaysInfo: 441 705 2582

DOCKSIDERS 121 Front Street, HamiltonThis popular bar hosts regular parties and events on the spacious dancefloor at the back. Music: Reggae and contemporary hitsCrowd: Mixed with many College students. Best Nights: Fridays & SaturdaysInfo: www.docksider.bm

For special events and more information visit www.bermuda.com or download the bermuda.com app!

COCONUT ROCK 20 Reid Street, HamiltonA lively place with loud music videos playing on multiple screens. Great atmosphere, and bar.Music: Top 40Crowd: Mixed Best Nights: Fridays & SaturdaysInfo: 441/292-1043

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1. St. Peter’s Church, “Their Majesties Chappell” The oldest Anglican Church in continuous use outside of the British Isles. 2. The Unfinished Church Intended to be a Victorian Gothic church this stunning structure was started in the 1870s and abandoned before its completion. 3. World Heritage Center This restored warehouse dates back to 1860. History is brought to life through engaging exhibits. 4. The Bermuda Perfumery The perfumery has been creating and manufacturing unique perfumes since 1928. Enjoy interesting exhibits and a free tour.5. Fort St. Catherine Four centuries are explored here featuring cannons, guns and military exhibits. 6. Tobacco Bay A popular beach that features entertainment, refreshments and rentals. It is also one of Bermuda’s best snorkeling spots.7. The Old Rectory (behind St. Peter’s Church) Captain George Dew built this Bermuda cottage circa 1699. 8. Bermuda National Trust Museum This museum highlights Bermuda’s involvement in the American Civil war and features a film and gift shop. 9. Stocks, Pillory & Ducking Stool Used in the past to publicly humiliate offending citizens. Reenactments of “ducking the gossiping wench” happen here.

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Did you know that St. George’s is Bermuda’s oldest town? Founded in 1612, it was our capital until 1815 when Hamilton became the capital city. In 2000 St. George’s became a UNESCO World Heritage site and today it is an incredible example of living history.

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VisitorInfomrationCentre VICThe St. George’s VIC is located in King’s Square. Brochures & information on local tours and activities can be picked up here.

10. Deliverance A full-scale replica of the ship built by the Sea Venture castaways to carry them to Virginia.11. Town Hall The meeting place of the Corporation of St. George’s. 12. State House One of the oldest British stone structures in the new world, dating from 1620.13. St. George’s Historical Society Museum A historic house featuring cedar furniture, paintings and other local relics along with a replica of an early 16th Century Gutenberg Press. 14. The Bermudian Heritage Museum One of the six sites in St. George’s on the African Diaspora Heritage Trail, showcases the accomplishments of black Bermudians. (lower floor only) 15. Gates Fort Originally a small battery of three guns, this site dates back to the early 17th century. 16. Somers Garden A quiet garden that features a moongate, native and introduced plants and is named to honour Admiral Sir George Somers. 17. Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences (BIOS) Take a free tour of the laboratories, grounds and ongoing projects, offered the first Wednesday of each month at 10am.

A full size pull-out version of this map is available in the centre of this magazine.

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ROBERTSONS DRUG STORE Alongside all the medicines and toiletries you expect from a pharmacy, you’ll also find unique gifts, many from Britain. There are snorkels, literally hundreds of toys, a library of books for the kids, plus baby essentials and cute clothes. Then there are the natural candles and skincare, plus a few surprises. Discover many Bermudians’ favourite store. You’ll find what you need as well as something you want.

Open Monday to Saturday 8:00am – 7:30pm, Sunday 4:00pm-6:00pm. Call 441 2971828 or find us on Facebook.

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1. Blue Hole Hill Park This park joins Walsingham Nature Reserve to Tom Moore’s Jungle and provides an excellent walking trail, with caves and fish ponds. 2. Swizzle Inn Iconic Bermudian pub/restaurant serving authentic Rum Swizzle. 3. Crystal Caves Ancient caves over 100 feet below ground with magnificent stalactites and stalagmites that surround a clear crystal 55-foot-deep lake. 4. Bailey’s Ice Cream The first ice cream parlour in Bermuda, serving homemade flavours. 5. Shelly Bay A popular beach for families with small children because of the extensive stretch of shallow water and the attached playground/park great for picnics.

After the Causeway you will reach the parish named after James Hamilton, second Marquis of Hamilton, an original member of Somers Isles (Bermuda) Company.

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ST. DAVID’S ISLANDCarter House A historic Bermuda cottage, thought to be the oldest dwelling in St. David’s. There is also a replica of an early settlers dwelling-hut to see. Great Head Park A 20th century fortification surrounded by open spaces, plus the Lost At Sea MemorialSt. David’s Lighthouse Enjoy a panoramic view of the East End from this lighthouse built in 1879Clear Water Beach This beautiful shallow water beach located in St. David’s has a great playground and park perfect for picnics.Cooper’s Island Nature Reserve 12 acres of unspoiled natural beauty with long stretches of beach to explore.

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exploreSmith’s Parish

Named after one of the nine chief investors of the Somers Isles (Bermuda) Company, Sir Thomas Smith.


1. The Bermuda Aquarium Museum & Zoo Bermuda’s most popular attraction boasts native fish, exotic reptiles, free-flying birds, and pink flamingos in a beautiful, colourful setting. 2. Spittle Pond This 64-acre nature reserve is part of a necklace of wetlands and a great place for bird watching. The walking trail takes you to a historic landmark known as “Portuguese Rock.”3. Verdmont House This 1710 Georgian style house features a collection of antique Bermuda cedar furniture, porcelain, portraits and children’s toys. 4. John Smith’s Bay A popular pink-sand beach located on the South Shore. 5. Flatt’s Bridge Here you can admire magnificent views of the Inlet and watch the tide rush through to Harrington Sound.

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Named after William Cavendish, 1st Earl of Devonshire.


1. Palm Grove A well-manicured private estate featuring beautiful gardens and a unique pond with a map of Bermuda. 2. Devonshire Bay & Park Features a small beach and remnants of a battery built in 1860. 3. Devonshire Dock This dock located on North Shore was built in the early 1800s by the British and is used by local fishermen to moor their boats there. 4. Ocean View Golf Course Located just off the North Shore, this picturesque public golf course is the closest golf course to the city of Hamilton. (building only) 5. The Arboretum A national park covering 22 acres of inland area. Hosts a wide range of flora and fauna including cedar, avocado and rubber trees.

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Named after William Paget, 4th Baron Paget de Beaudesert.


1. Botanical Gardens Lovely gardens featuring indigenous Bermuda flora, ornamental gardens and a butterfly garden. 2. Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art Includes Bermuda-inspired work by Winslow Homer and Georgia O’Keefe, plus changing exhibits. 3. Waterville This elegant house built circa 1725 is now the HQ of the Bermuda National Trust. See the Bermuda Rose Society’s showcase garden and the Mary-Jean Mitchell Green Memorial Garden and Gazebo. 4. Camden The stately Georgian house is the official residence of the Premier and used for public functions.5. Elbow Beach This popular south shore beach stretches for over half a mile. 6. Paget Marsh & Boardwalk See mangroves and endemic wildlife at this lush 25-acre nature reserve, a joint project of the Bermuda National Trust & Bermuda Audobon Society.

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explorePembroke Parish

Named after English Aristocrat William Herbert, 3rd Earl of Pembroke (1580-1630) and home of our capital City of Hamilton since 1815.


1. City Hall & Arts Centre One of Hamilton’s most beautiful public buildings houses Earl Cameron Theatre, the Bermuda National Gallery and the Bermuda Society of Arts. 2. Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute (BUEI) This modern building hosts two floors of interactive exhibits, revealing the mysteries of the ocean. 3. Queen Elizabeth Park This haven for relaxation within the city was named to commemorate the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth. See sculptures from the Bermuda National Gallery’s collection displayed throughout the grounds. 4. Fort Hamilton The restored fort and moat have been transformed into a lush garden and provides spectacular views of the city and harbour. 5. Admiralty House Park Once the home of British admirals, Admiralty House is now a ruin surrounded by a park and is popular for swimming and exploring.

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6. Albuoy’s Point A small grassy park next to the Ferry Terminal. 7. Barr’s Bay Park Overlooking Hamilton Harbour beside the Royal Bermuda Yacht Club, this park is perfect for sitting in the sun and watching the boats sail by. 8. The Birdcage This popular landmark is a historic traffic kiosk located at the corner of Front & Queen streets.


9. Perot Post Office An architectural gem, handy for mailing postcards or buying stamps, transport passes, tickets and tokens. 10. Bermuda National Library This library has free internet access, a local studies room and displays on Bermuda culture. 11. Bermuda Historical Society Museum Established in 1895, this museum’s collection encompasses 400 years of Bermuda history. 12. Victoria Park Created in the 1880’s to commemorate the Golden Jubilee of Queen Victoria, this park features a large gazebo.13. Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity This Anglican Cathedral is a neo-gothic city landmark and the tower offers panoramic views of the city.14. The Cabinet Building & Sessions House The House of Assembly meets here.

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15. Government House The official imposing residence of his Excellency the Governor. 16. Blackwatch Pass This roadway was created in 1934 to solve a major transportation problem. See the hand-carved limestone walls as you drive through and at the end of the pass on North Shore there is the Black Watch Well that was dug in 1848.



exploreWarwick Parish

Named after Robert Rich, 2nd Earl of Warwick (1587-1658)

Top Attractions

1. Warwick Long Bay One of Bermuda’s most picturesque beaches. It boasts a half-mile stretch of pink sand against a background of bay grape and cedar trees. The crystal clear waters let you see parrotfish from the shore. 2. Jobson’s Cove Follow the path to the right of Warwick Long Bay to access this beautiful little cove, a perfect swimming spot for small children. 3. Chaplin Bay This small and secluded beach is a nice tranquil getaway from the neighboring Horseshoe Bay. 4. Southlands Estate A 37-acre parkland full of rubber trees. 5. Astwood Cove Park & Beach A vast green space overlooking rocky cliffs that surround a beautiful little cove below. This park is great for picnics and also provides stunning views of the South Shore. 6. Warwick Pond Take a walk on the interpretive woodland nature trail in this nine-acre reserve, with Bermuda’s second-largest fresh water pond.

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Named after Henry Wriothesley, 3rd Earl of Southampton (1573-1624)

Top Attractions

1. Horseshoe Bay Visit the most popular beach in Bermuda, named for its shape. 2. Church Bay One of the best places for snorkeling, see colourful parrotfish swimming along reefs that lay close to the shore.3. Gibb’s Hill Lighthouse Enjoy panoramic views of the island from this lighthouse built in 1846.4. Whale Bay & Park This small beach located just below a rocky cliff is a nice spot for family picnics. From March to April you can see schools of humpback whales migrating past the South Shore. 5. Port Royal Golf Course This public golf course features 18 championship holes over 6,842 manicured yards. It is the longest and one of Bermuda’s most picturesque courses. (building only)

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exploreSandys Parish

The western-most parish, made up of five islands. Named after English Aristocrat Sir Edwin Sandy’s (1561-1629)

Top Attractions

1. Somerset Bridge The smallest drawbridge in the world, just wide enough to let the mast of a sailboat pass through.2. Scaur Hill Fort Enjoy breathtaking views of the Great Sound and Ely’s Harbour. 3. Heydon Trust See a tiny, exquisite chapel in a lovely open rural space. 4. Mangrove Bay A photogenic beach within Somerset Village. 5. Daniel’s Head Park This beautiful public park and beach located on a peninsula is great for small children and known for snorkeling and paddle boarding with rentals available during the summer months.6. Springfield & Gilbert Nature Reserve This Bermuda National Trust property once comprised a small plantation. Springfield, the old mansion includes a buttery and slave quarters dating back to 1740. 7. Somerset Village Quiet streets and charming old buildings make up this quaint country village. There are several shops and restaurants where you can dine near the water’s edge.

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Regularly scheduled buses operate at frequent intervals to most of the destinations throughout Bermuda which visitors may find of interest. Bus stops are indentified by pink and blue poles. Poles that are pink indicate service inbound to the City of Hamilton. Poles that are blue indicate service outbound from the City of Hamilton. The table below lists many of the destinations that visitors ask us about most frequently. Alongside each destination is the number of the route(s) serving that destination, the appropriate fare zone, and the times buses leave The Central Terminal in Hamilton. If possible avoid the rush hour. The best time to travel by bus is between 9:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. and after 6:00 p.m.

Telephone: (441) 292-3851Fax: (441) 292-9996E-Mail: [email protected]: www.BermudaBuses.bm

Destination Route Number Fare Zone* Buses Leave Hamilton**L.F. Wade International Airport 1,3,10,11 14 Zone 09 15 21 33 45 57Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & Zoo 10,11 3 Zone 09 21 33 45 57Belmont Hills Golf Club 8 3 Zone 05 17 29 41 57Botanical Gardens 1,2,7 3 Zone 05 15 17 29 41 45 53Crystal Caves of Bermuda 1,3 14 Zone 15 45Royal Naval Dockyard 7,8 14 Zone 05 17 29 41 53Elbow Beach 2,7 3 Zone 05 15 17 29 41 53Gibbs Hill Lighthouse 7 3 Zone 05 17 29 41 53Grotto Bay Hotel 1,3,10,11 14 Zone 09 15 21 33 45 57Horseshoe Bay 7 3 Zone 05 17 29 41 53Mangrove Bay (Somerset) 7,8 14 Zone 05 17 29 41 53Maritime Museum 7,8 14 Zone 05 17 29 41 53John Smith’s Bay 1 3 Zone 15 45Surf Side Beach Club 7 3 Zone 05 17 29 41 53Fairmont Southampton Hotel 7,8 3 Zone 05 17 29 41 53St. George’s 1,3,10,11 14 Zone 09 15 21 33 45 57

* See Bus Fare Information for additional details on 3 and 14 Zone fares. ** Departures on the hour and minutes past the hour from The Central Terminal in Hamilton.

Bus service in Bermuda is operated by the Bermuda Department of Public Transportation (DPT). Bermuda is divided in 14 Zones, each about 2 miles long.

A great way to see Bermuda and all its attractions

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CASH* Adult $3.50 $5.00 Child ages 5 - 16 (All Zones) $2.75TOKENS Adult $2.75 $4.50

* Exact change only. Dollar bills not accepted.

TRANSPORTATION PASSES1 Day Adult $19.00 Child under age of 16 $9.502 Day Adult $31.50 Child under age of 16 $16.003 Day Adult $44.00 Child under age of 16 $22.004 Day Adult $48.50 Child under age of 16 $24.507 Day Adult $62.00 Child under age of 16 $31.00

26 Palmetto Road, Devonshire DV 05. P.O. Box HM 443 Hamilton HM BX Bermuda


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Visitor Information Centre VICThe Dockyard VIC is near the fast ferry dock. Check in with them for brochures and information on local tours and activities.

National Treasure

Royal Naval Dockyard, SandysTel. 441-234-1418 • www.bmm.bm9:30am–5pm (last admission 4pm). Call for winter hours

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9. The National Museum of Bermuda exhibits our rich nautical history and extensive artefact collections.10. Dolphin Quest Watch, swim and kiss the dolphins. 11. The Bermuda Craft Market in the Old Cooperage features Bermuda cedar work, candle and jewellery making, pottery, banana dolls and many other crafts, with demonstrations by local artisans. 12. Clocktower Shopping Mall boasts a delightful collection of boutiques and branch stores in a charming, covered mall.

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