"BERMUDA - I'll be back, dammit!" Bermuda by Seabiscuit

Bermuda Travel Guide: 902 reviews and 2,237 photos

Can I 'POUT' now?

Bermuda is getting ready for some fierce winds, courtesy of Hurricane Florence. My Friends there are hunkered down for the worst. Considering there's nowhere to go, evacuation is pointless. I'll snag pics as they come in.

This might happen. (Oh well....) My time in Bermuda was speckled with happiness, frustration, pride, and thankfulness. The People of Bermuda are remarkable and memorable (albeit the government is kind of weird). To live there and to visit are substantially different, given that being *in* the Populace, there's a lot more latitude. Some of the things I experienced there changed my life and my outlook on it (I'll never wear a plastic trash bag the same way again).

Fantastic and charming, Bermuda will always have a place in my heart.

The Backyard

Having to wake up every morning to this was... well... Heaven to say the least

Southampton

Slow, bay-bay, slow

This street sign was (is) brilliant. Wasn't too sure there was a "rest home" about, but loved the signage nonetheless.

Pros and Cons

Pros:Cup Match, John Smith's Bay, Sand in your nose, Stunning views everywhere
Cons:Prices, Transportation, Housing, Politics
In a nutshell:If I could spend my Life here, I would...

Intro Updated Sep 11, 2006
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The Gov'nors' House Things to Do (6)

On a point of land high above 'The Hook' of southern Bermuda is the Gov'nors' House. It was being restored when I was... more travel advice

Seeing the Casemates Things to Do (6)

The original prison on the Island is Casemates, and it's still there. The new prison is Westgate, but, imagine, being a... more travel advice

"Tall" Ships Extravaganza Things to Do (6)

This is the SS Denmark (kinda looks like the "Ghost Ship"), but this was an event that drew thousands out to view almost... more travel advice

Dockyards - ick. Tourist Traps (1)

I really wasn't too interested in this type of thing. I mean, it's cool and all, but when I lived in Bermuda, I went... more travel advice

Local Customs (3)
See All Gombeys at Rest
Favorites (5)
See All The West End
Hotels (3)
See All Another Vestage to 'Properness'
Transportation (4)
See All Just Water

Travelogues (6)

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Comments (310)

jelw May 24, 2010 at 7:38 PM Report Abuse

You're back now dear friend. Know we love you.
balhannah Nov 7, 2008 at 1:18 PM Report Abuse

Interesting reading about Bermuda. When the Tall Ships came into Brisbane, Australia, 1000's of people, including me, went to see them, what a sight!
la_beba May 5, 2008 at 2:21 PM Report Abuse

Happy birthday Jeff!!! Feliz cumpleaños!!!!!!! and a happy Cinco de Mayo too! LOL
losty Apr 21, 2008 at 5:52 AM Report Abuse

i worked there in 1983 and it don`t look like it did back then, then again i am sure the islands dont look the same will have to visit and see what`s changed since 1983
marielexoteria Oct 29, 2007 at 2:51 AM Report Abuse

That picture is awesome!
canuck68 Oct 8, 2007 at 10:01 PM Report Abuse

I enjoyed your pictures. Too bad Bermuda is expensive. I was surprised to read the weather wasn't good or were you just joking?
raytor Sep 11, 2007 at 5:10 PM Report Abuse

true, but I'll still blame you for it anyway. What are friends for?
kymbanm Aug 11, 2007 at 10:06 AM Report Abuse

*blush* MWAH :)
cleocat Apr 22, 2007 at 7:48 AM Report Abuse

I enjoyed reading your tips. Very interesting writing style.
Pawtuxet Apr 19, 2007 at 5:38 AM Report Abuse

Thanks for a great tour. My kids and I had a fabulous few days on Bermuda years ago. Lots of giggles, especially after being lost in the hills after dark on those little motor bikes. Tall Ships=fabulous! They were in Newport, RI years back.