THE BEAUTY OF BERMUDA

On arrival in Bermuda I had no idea what to expect. I went with the assumption that it was very quiet being only 22 square miles, primarily for business travellers, with lovely beaches of pink sand. The only thing I was right about was that the sand is in fact pink in places!

This island, from the moment I arrived, enchanted me. From the drivers we met on our flight to the hotel we were fortunate enough to stay in (Rosewood Tucker’s Point), the helpfulness of those around you and the general happiness in the air was evident at all times.

Possibly the biggest surprise of all to me about this breath-taking place, was how much there is in fact to do there. Sealife Centre, bowling, horse riding, golf, tennis, scuba diving, snorkelling, sailing, cave tours, Segway tours, cinema, nightlife – the list really is endless. We got to do most of it and I feel so lucky to have been given the opportunity (even if at one point I was in fear of my life zooming down through the naval dockyard pier on my Segway!)

Rosewood Tucker’s Point is described as being one of the most luxurious hotels on the island, and it certainly lived up to its reputation! Every part of it was immaculately kept throughout, and the staff extremely courteous and professional at all times. The outlook from here out to the ocean over the beautiful swimming pool is a sight to behold, you almost feel like you are looking at a picture rather than at a real view.

The different hotel choices as well as restaurants do cater to every different type of clientele. The ‘home from home’ cottages at Cambridge Beaches, to the ultimate luxury of Rosewood Tucker’s point, then to the Newstead Belmont Hill’s for those who prefer to be self-sufficient, to name just a few. There really is a property to suit everyone. Most of the restaurants (we ate at a lot!) are higher in cost than the average eatery in the UK. This is due to most products being imported from the US, but we did eat in reasonable restaurants too so it is possible to budget whilst here. I would say though that you definitely get what you pay for as every meal we ate was delicious and plentiful, many offering their speciality of lobster/fish chowder/scallops which was bigger than I have ever seen and much more. I cannot forget to mention at this point that you must try a ‘rum swizzle’ or the ‘dark and stormy’; the local cocktails, both of which were delicious!

There is only one hotel on the island offering all inclusive, named Grotto Bay which is ideal for families. They even have an indoor swimming pool within a cave! It is a very personable hotel with wonderful friendly staff who greeted us warmly on arrival. The outlook again as everywhere seems to be, is just beautiful but it is still close to everything.

I finally realise what the true meaning ‘takes your breath away’ means, as at every twist and turn on exploring this stunning island you soak in the most wonderful views I have ever seen and I have visited many places. I have never been anywhere so truly beautiful, safe and friendly with so much to offer and I personally cannot wait to return and promote in future.