Bermuda
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Pink beaches, pastel painted homes and a unique atmosphere all of its own will welcome you in Bermuda, a thousand miles from the Caribbean and vastly different! The Atlantic’s northernmost coral reefs encircle the 181 islands of Bermuda, home to the most spectacular underwater topography and wildlife. Hamilton is the hub of Bermuda as both its capital and commercial centre; here you can view brightly coloured Colonial buildings in Front Street, Bermuda Cathedral, Bermuda Historical Society Museum, Fort Hamilton and the British National Gallery. Bermuda is fantastic for fine dining and the island plays host to restaurants serving a myriad of international cuisine from British to Thai to Portuguese. Delicious local seafood is in abundance.
The Fairmount Southampton – perched on Bermuda’s highest point, this hotel bestows a profusion of splendour, tradition and Bermudan elegance. This expansive hotel blends stylish elegance, first class service and superior comfort to create a resort ideal for couples and families alike.
The spacious guest rooms are light and airy and feature a private balcony or terrace. The Fairmount Deluxe and Southampton Suites have ocean, harbour or golf course views while rooms and suites on the Fairmount Gold level afford the very highest levels of luxury and service. There are also open-plan Junior Suite Family Rooms and split-level Duplex Suites with a four-poster bed, Jacuzzi and floor-to-ceiling windows. Penthouse suites are bedecked with Bermuda Cedar ceilings and original artwork and offer panoramic views, living and dining rooms, a fully stocked bar and private staff entrance.
Six restaurants offer guests an unparalleled dining experience, each with a unique atmosphere and fine décor. Try the Newport Room for a luxurious yacht-styled environment and Whaler Inn for enchanting beachfront dining.
For children, the Explorers Camp provides hours of fun with a wide selection of activities.
The Fairmount Hamilton Princess – affectionately known as the Pink Palace, this opulent and timeless resort has prided itself on old-fashioned courtesy and genuine hospitality since opening its doors in 1885. Dine alfresco at award-winning restaurant Harley’s wile the Heritage Court invites you to partake in one of the ‘Top 10 Best Afternoon Teas In The World’. A complimentary ferry allows you to enjoy the facilities at it’s sister resort, Fairmount Southampton
Cambridge Beaches – clusters of pastel pink cottages reflecting the Bermudian character are a feature of this charming world-class resort. Set on a 30-acre peninsula fringed by five pink sand beaches washed by clear turquoise waters, it is hard to imagine a more idyllic location. The perfect place to de-stress, Cambridge Beaches boasts an outdoor heated pool, and indoor freshwater pool, tennis courts, putting green and marina. A regular ferry service operates to Hamilton. In addition, the superb Aquarian Baths and Ocean Spa offer a Roman-style pool with retractable sunroof, solarium, exercise pool, fitness centre and variety of treatment rooms. Golf can also be arranged at any of the nine courses on Bermuda.
Dining choices include the elegant Tamarisk Restaurant, which opens onto a lovely terrace, and breezes, the waterfront alfresco restaurant right on Long Bay Beach or you could enjoy a specially-arranged romantic dinner on your own private island-the gentle laps of waves and chatter of exotic birds the only sounds you’ll hear.
Each of the enchanting cottage rooms and suites has its own personality. All are spacious with their own private terrace with bay or ocean views and feature marble bathrooms, the more luxurious with whirlpool tubs.
Elbow Beach – fifty acres of tropical vegetation surround Elbow Beach, but it’s the brilliantly pink sandy beach itself, which is the resort’s real spectacle. There are a wide selection of complimentary water sports on offer including kayaking, aqua-view boarding and snorkelling. Other facilities include a large free-form swimming pool and five tennis courts. There is a superb children’s club during the summer months and with the vibrant centre of Hamilton only three miles away, you can soak up the sun and also enjoy some tax free shopping at the same time!
There is a wide choice of accommodation with a choice of rooms or suites, most of which offer an ocean view and a private balcony or deck. The resort’s premier rooms have recently been refurbished and restyled to create the very image of modern beachfront villas.
The resorts spa offers numerous ways to invigorate or relax and the six restaurants offer you every choice you could ever need to suit any mood or occasion. For a more formal meal sample the delicious Mediterranean menu offered by the Lido or head for Mickey’s on the beach for a more casual experience.
Fact File
Flying time: 7 hours 45 minutes (Direct)
Time difference: 3 hours behind GMT
Currency: Bermuda Dollar, although the US Dollar is widely accepted
Recommended for:
- Picturesque landscapes
- Pink sandy beaches, pretty bays and brightly coloured colonial buildings
- Watersports including diving, fishing, parasailing and water-skiing
- Bird-watching enthusiasts
- A twin-centre holiday with New York, for shopping and culture with daily connections
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