Bermuda.Bermuda is a chic island destination where rich history, pure beauty and romance meet. For decades the island's shores have inspired, pampered pam·per tr.v. pam·pered, pam·per·ing, pam·pers 1. To treat with excessive indulgence: pampered their child. 2. and rejuvenated re·ju·ve·nate tr.v. re·ju·ve·nat·ed, re·ju·ve·nat·ing, re·ju·ve·nates 1. To restore to youthful vigor or appearance; make young again. 2. thousands of visitors and now it is your turn to discover the wonder of Bermuda. In just a short 90-minute flight from the East Coast, vacationers are transported to a world away. With magical pink-sand beaches, turquoise waters, friendly people, superb entertainment and a sophisticated ambiance am·bi·ance also am·bi·ence n. The special atmosphere or mood created by a particular environment: "The noir ambience is dominated by low-key lighting . . . , this tropical retreat will bring new meaning to the word "vacation." Bermuda's dynamic history has produced a powerful culture of its own. Descendents of the island incorporated African, West Indian West In·dies An archipelago between southeast North America and northern South America, separating the Caribbean Sea from the Atlantic Ocean and including the Greater Antilles, the Lesser Antilles, and the Bahama Islands. , British, Caribbean, Portuguese, and Native American customs, and now Bermuda's heritage thrives from the preservation of these traditions. In celebration of the role that Africans played in shaping Bermuda's history, visitors to the island can explore the landmarks and sites of The African Diaspora The African diaspora is the diaspora created by the movements and cultures of Africans and their descendants throughout the world, to places such as the Americas, (including the United States, Canada, the Caribbean, Central America, and South America) Europe and Asia. Heritage Trail. The trail guides vacationers through historic sites linked with the development and progress of people of African descent in Bermuda. Bermuda has a year-round semi-tropical climate that is perfect for visitors to experience a multitude of activities, from golfing, spa, tennis and horseback riding horseback riding: see equestrianism. to sailing and scuba diving. The island is surrounded by a 200-square-mile coral reef plateau and crystal blue waters, and showcases more than 350 shipwrecks This list of shipwrecks is of those ships whose have been located. Africa East Africa
Accommodations in Bermuda vary with a selection of resort hotels, charming guest houses and even the island's own unique cottage colonies. Currently celebrating its 500th Anniversary, Bermuda is offering a schedule of world-class events including the Tenth Anniversary of the Bermuda Husic Festival, October 5-9. Legendary performers and rising stars such as Patti LaBelle, AI Green, Joss Stone, and Chris Botti perform on an outdoor, over-the-water stage at the historic Royal Naval Dockyard. For more information on Bermuda or to book your vacation now, call 1-800-BERMUDA or visit www.bermudatourism.com. |
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