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There’s more to Bermuda than that triangle you guys are so obsessed about.
Usually lumped with the Caribbean islands to the south, Bermuda is located in the Atlantic Ocean, off the coast of North Carolina. Despite its proximity to the United States, Bermuda is a British Overseas Territory filled with culture and charm.
Known for its pink-sand beaches, a Bermuda vacation can be almost whatever you want it to be. History buff? Got you covered. Beach lover? Some of the best in the world. Nature enthusiasts? We’ve got plenty of that too. Foodie? There's plenty to keep your tastebuds happy here. Bermuda is a great place to vacation, no matter what you’re looking for.
Because of Bermuda’s location, it’s not the year-round warm destination many people think it is. Yes, it can be super hot and humid, but only for half the year.
If lazing on the beach in the heat isn’t appealing, consider visiting between November and April. The weather will be cooler (60s to 75℉), but there are many things to do aside from enjoying the beach including Butterfield Bermuda Championship, Christmas festivities, Restaurant Weeks, and whale watching.
If you are coming to Bermuda specifically for our gorgeous beaches, May to October is the best time to visit. The busiest time on the island is from June to September – which also happens to be in the middle of hurricane season. Note: hotels and flights will be the most costly during this time period.
But the summer months are the best time to visit, in my opinion, especially if you enjoy lots of activities. Bermuda Day is the last Friday in May. Carnival in Bermuda is held over Father’s Day Weekend (in June).
The absolute best event of all is Cup Match, the celebration of emancipation, either the last Thursday and Friday in July or the first Thursday and Friday in August. The island shuts from Wednesday to Sunday and celebrates with a two-day cricket match. Cup Match truly is Bermuda at its best.
The great thing about Bermuda is that if you only have a weekend, you can have a fantastic time depending on what you want to do. The island’s close proximity to the US makes for short flights so that you can maximize your time.
However, if you have more time, I highly recommend at least five days or a week to immerse yourself into all that Bermuda has to offer.
Getting to Bermuda from the US, UK and Canada is easy as there are many direct flights. The closest major city is New York, with a 90-minute flight from JFK offered daily on multiple airlines. Other direct flights include Boston, Atlanta, Philadelphia, Toronto, Miami, Orlando, Halifax and London.
Once you get into Bermuda, it’s easy to grab a taxi at the LF Wade International AIrport, however pre-arranging will
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