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When Americans daydream about their next island vacation, their vacation options often boil down to the Caribbean or Hawaii.
But there is a beautiful island that is just as close, just as dreamy and completely safe to visit, despite persistent stories of mysterious accidents.
Now that December has arrived, many Americans are starting to feel the chill of winter, further activating their sense of wanderlust for sunny escapes.
Recently featured as one of the top 8′easy winter sun destinations‘, the beautiful island Bermuda stands out most with pink sand beaches, chic resorts and a newish airline making this underrated island easier to get to than ever before.
Experience a sunny slice of Britain
Afternoon tea, correct pronunciations, impeccable British colonial architecture in a country run by a queen – you may think of London, but this also sums up Bermuda.
Like one British Overseas Territorythe British atmosphere is palpable in the picturesque towns on the 34 kilometer long island, especially in UNESCO list St. George’s and the capital Hamilton.
While you won’t experience as many gloomy days like London’s infamously dull winter weather, this one will be sunny English speaking paradise is big on cricket matches, tea time and wrong-way drivers (at least for Americans).
Although Hamilton is a far cry from the expanses of London, Manchester or Edinburgh, here in Bermuda you can enjoy the best of British delicacies, from the historic streets of Hamilton to tasty fish and chips with a Bermuda twist, such as Hog Penny Pub.
Blue water and pink sand: Bermuda’s beaches are stunning!
Bermuda no longer has to be primarily a cruise destination as Bermuda launches in 2023 BermudAir makes reaching this North Atlantic island a breeze from:
- New York
- Boston
- Washington DC
- Philadelphia
- Orlando
- Miami
- Fort Lauderdale
- Atlanta
- Charlotte
With more connectivity, Bermuda has landed on the radars of more travelers looking for sun and sand – but not just any sand.
The Caribbean may be known for its vibrant blue waters and sugar-white sands, but Bermuda sits all alone in the North Atlantic Ocean and is the black sheep of your vacation options.
With pink sand at the most popular beach destination of Horseshoe Bayas well as other gems scattered across the island, few places near the United States can compare to Bermuda’s unique beauty.
You can also find pink sand at:
- Church Bay
- John Smiths Bay
- Warwick Long Bay
Horseshoe Bay is definitely the most sought after for its idyllic beach days and unforgettable memories.
Not all Bermuda beaches are pink, but even Barbie would struggle to come across beaches that disappoint.
To take Tobacco Bayfor example, another popular gem on the coast. Yet Tobacco Bay boasts rocky cliffs, crystal clear waters, soft, light sand and a vibrant array of aquatic life for snorkelers.
For what it’s worth, Bermuda is widely praised as one of the best diving destinations in the world.
Bermuda’s Ritzy Resorts
If there’s ever a time to splurge on a vacation, it’s to escape your winter blues. While Bermuda is certainly not the cheapest tropical resort, it doesn’t require a lot of money to spend either.
It’s certainly not St. Barth’s, but it’s not Punta Cana either.
Somewhere in between lie the luxurious resorts of Bermuda. Even though Bermuda is only 21 miles long and about 1.5 miles wide, there are countless opulent ocean-view properties, including some very well-known names synonymous with luxury.
One of the most notable is Rosewood Bermuda, a five-star resort with luxurious dining and world-class spa services in a prime location.
In the same breath are Loren At Pink Beach (5-star) and St. Regis (4-star) – all three cost more than a pretty penny, typically more than $450 per night.
There are resorts all along Bermuda’s beautiful coastlines, and some are much easier on your wallet.
These 3 beach resorts are in the $300 range this winter:
- Cambridge Beaches Resort & Spa
- Pampano Beach Club
- Coco Reef Resort (low $200)
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