Bermuda Bound
OCTOBER 8TH, 2009
Bermuda Bound
The sand is tinged with specks of pink coral and the houses are painted lilac, yellow and aquamarine. With its lush green vegetation and crystal blue waters, colour reigns on the island of Bermuda.
stay
The new Tucker's Point Resort
oozes colonial charm. Large, airy rooms are decorated in bold florals,
soft stripes and pastel ginghams. Sip Rum Swizzles poolside, play
crocket or have your fingers and toes painted pink at the spa. From
US$300 a night, 60 Tucker's Point Dr., Hamilton Parish, Bermuda,
441-298-4000, www.tuckerspoint.com
do
Rent a scooter and explore the island's glorious beaches;
Horseshoe Bay, Elbow Beach and John Smith's Bay are the best along
South Shore for powder-soft sand and stunning waters. Tobacco Bay near
St George's is good for snorkelling.
eat
The
Lobster Pot (6 Bermudiana Rd., 441-292-6898) is a local institution
with a nautical décor and some of the best seafood in town, while the
elegant Seahorse Grill at Elbow Beach (441-239-9303, www.mandarinoriental.com)
is perfect for a romantic dinner à deux. Tip: Bermuda is pure old-world
charm and locals love to get dressed up when they go out. Some
restaurants have a dress code so pack a pretty frock or two.
shop
Don't forget to stuff your suitcase with bottles of pink sand, Bermuda rum cake and Outerbridge's famous Original Sherry Pepper Sauce.