Hello Friends!

Slip away to an upscale island paradise in Bermuda. I was lat in the territory in 2015 with CruiseOne and made a few videos of my experiences. Picture yourself basking in the afternoon sun on a pink sandy beach in Bermuda. Thousands visit every year to this Atlantic island getaway for laid back sophistication! ​Bermuda is an island territory located in the Atlantic Ocean about 650 miles east (to southeast) off the North Carolina coast.  
Plan to have fun! 

​Erik
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FAST FACTS
​Continent or Region: Sub North American / Atlantic Coast
Country: Bermuda
Control: British Overseas Territory
Capital: Hamilton
Primary Language: English
Timezone: Eastern
Currency: Bermudian Dollar (US Dollar can be used)

​​Passport: Yes, Americans need a valid passport to enter the country
Visa: American citizens do not need a visa if traveling for vacation
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More information on passports & visas can be found here.

I love traveling abroad as much as I love traveling within my home country of the United States. However, I want you to be safe and be an excellent representative of your home country. Even in places that are very friendly to visitors, remember that you are in a foreign country and understanding local customs is critical. So, here are a few tips as you prepare for your adventure.
  1. Before you depart from your home country, call The US Embassy (or your home country embassy) and tell them you are leaving your home country. That way they are aware of your whereabouts in case of emergency.
  2. Carry only the credit cards you are using to charge expenses. Call those credit card companies before you leave. Do not travel with your debit cards. 
  3. Clean out your wallet or purse and carry only what you need. 
  4. Solve your mobile phone situation before you depart. Usually a phone call to your provider will get you started.
  5. Keep all medications with you in your carry on.
  6. Leave a photo copy of all your travel documents (passport, itinerary, copy of your credit cards) with a friend or at your home. 
  7. Do not travel with expensive jewelry.
  8. Make sure you travel with a valid passport or visa (if required). Also, bring another valid form of photo I.D., and photocopies of both I.D.s. in case of loss or theft.
  9. Read up on local laws and practices before you get here.
  10. Be a respective guest of the local customs and obey the local laws.
  11. If English is not the primary language, then familiarize yourself with key phrases and make attempts in the country's primary language. Locals usually appreciate the effort.  
  12. Keep luggage, handbags or backpacks in view at all times.
  13. Keep possessions close to your body.
  14. Don’t take around large amounts of cash.
  15. Avoid wearing expensive jewelry on road trips or excursions.

For US citizens, visit the US State Department's website (for American citizens) before you travel abroad. Here's a direct link to get started. 
TRANSPORTATION
​Bermuda is served by Air Canada, American Airlines, British Airways, Delta Airlines, JetBlue Airways, United Airlines, and WestJet. Non-stop flights and seasonal routes are available from Atlanta, Baltimore, Boston, Charlotte, London, Miami, New York, Newark, Philadelphia, Toronto, and Washington D.C. Connecting flights are available from most major cities.​ 

Major Air Gateway(s): ​Hamilton
​Cruise Port(s): Hamilton, Saint George, Royal Navy Shipyard
Driving: On the Left
Rental Cars: As a visitor, you cannot rent a car in Bermuda but you can rent a scooter.  ​
THE WEATHER
​With mild sub-tropical temperatures year round, Bermuda ranges from 68-84 degrees Fahrenheit. Its relative humidity is 71-84 percent, and its beaches stay comfortably warm at 85 degrees in the summer. 

The Weather: Sub Tropical
Peak Season(s): Summer months
Value Season(s): Winter months
Shoulder Season(s): April, October 
WHERE TO STAY
Fairmont Southampton
HELPFUL LINKS & COVID-19 INFO.
Bermuda has an official tourism bureau. Learn more by watching this video. 

​Bermuda Official Tourism Site

COVID-19 Travel Information to Bermuda