There is an island in the North Atlantic,, only 650 east of the coast of North Carolina that Mark Twain said, ."....the fight country for a jaded man to loaf in." This is the island of Bermuda, home of the famed pink beaches.
For those living on the east coast, Bermuda is closer than you think. A quick two hour flight and you have landed in an island different than any other. I think Premiere Dr. Ewart F. Brown said it so perfectly a few nights ago when addressing those in attendance at Bermuda's 400th anniversary celebration. Bermuda is the perfect island, a Caribbean flavor with the elegance and air of England. I have often described Bermuda as the "civilized" island because of the feel and spirit of England.
From the moment you land on the island you can "Feel The Love" as you are welcomed warmly to the island, whether in the airport or seaport. One of the first striking views is the men still wearing the famed Bermuda shorts while going to the office for the day or relaxation. Politeness, warmth and willingness to please visitors to the island are always apparent. Residents of the island, including school children, are always happy to point you in the right direction or suggest a local restaurant or shop.
Getting around the island is very easy. The three travel modes are taxi (all of which are clearly licensed), bus, ferry and moped. Sorry, renting a car is not possible. Bermudian residents are captitated to only one car per address and tourists are unable rent a car due to the size of the road and the wish to prevent too much vehicle congestion. When getting into a taxi, you will find the driver more often than not chatty and willing to tell you anything and everything about Bermuda. The buses are plentiful and safe. The Bermudian sitting next you to is also happy to share information about the island.
During the day, activities are plentiful. From historical sites, botanical gardens and underwater museums to world reknown golf courses, snorkeling, diving to an old ship wreck, horseback riding and lazing in the pink sands and many other activities in between. After a day of activities, wander through the island for shopping and dining at popular spots like Royal Naval Dockyard, Front Street, Kings' Wharf, Water Street and Penno's Wharf. Enjoy a meal of fish 'n chips in an old English Pub. Wash the meal down with a "dark and stormy" made with Bermuda's ginger beer and dark rum and finish off the meal with a piece of spicy rum cake.
Because there really is so much to do in Bermuda, I will be writing a sequel to this blog. It will feature activities and some of my personal favorite accommodations. You won't be able to resist a visit to this wonderful island.
To get you there, in honor of Bermuda's 400th Anniversary, travel specials are plentiful with an offer you cannot refuse. If you stay 4 nights or more at one of 15 participating resorts, receive a $400.00 credit toward your vacation. The offer is good for reservations booked by August 17th, 2009 and travel completed by August 21, 2009.
As a Bermuda Specialist I will be my pleasure to arrange your travel to this enchanting island. Call me now or for information and to book your vacation....215-886-5200, ext, 65 or toll free, 1-800-501-8519, ext. 65.
Adrienne Sasson, DS, CSS
Rubinsohn Travel - Virtuoso
The Pavilion
261 Old York Road - Suite 205
Jenkintown, PA 19046
Office: 215-886-5200, ext. 65
Tollfree: 1-800-501-8519, ext. 65
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