| | History (Source: WCities) | Top | Bermuda, an archipelago made up of seven main islands (now connected by bridges) and approximately 170 small islets and rocks, lies about 650 miles (1,050 km) east of North Carolina's Cape Hatteras. Today, the name Bermuda conjures up visions of pristine beaches, manicured golf courses and cool breezes. However, early in its history, sailors dubbed Bermuda the "Island of Devils," based on the belief that the region's frequent shipwrecks were caused by monsters that had attached themselves to the doomed vessels. In actuality, the islands had been formed by a combination of volcanic eruptions and coral build-up, and the dangerous coral reefs surrounding the islands were truly to blame for the many disasters. The islands' modern history began in 1505, when the Spanish explorer Juan de Bermudez sighted it from his ship. He didn't stop, but he did take good notes on the islands and named them "Las Bermudas" on his map. Subsequent attempts to land on Bermuda were thwarted by the coral reefs, but one ship managed to anchor off Bermuda in 1525, making the first detailed mappings of the area. In 1538, the first men landed on the islands on a mission from the King of Spain searching for a riches-laden ship that had been lost for two years. The shipwrecks continued to prevent settlement of the Bermuda until the early seventeenth century, when a shipwreck actually led to the first long-term habitation of the islands. Sir George Somers was leading a group of ships from
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| How To Get There (Source: WCities) | Top | Getting There: By Air: The Bermuda International Airport in St. George's ( +1 441 293 1640 / http://www.bermudaairport.com ) is the only airport in Bermuda and is about a 30-minute drive from Hamilton. The airport provides direct service and connections to international destinations from the following airlines: Air Canada ( +1 888 247 2262 / http://www.aircanada.com ) American Airlines ( +1 800 433 7300 / http://www.aa.com ) British Airways ( +1 800 247 9297 / http://www.britishairways.com ) Continental Airlines ( +1 800 231 0856 / http://www.continental.com ) Delta Airlines ( +1 800 241 4141 / http://www.delta.com ) Northwest Airlines ( http://www.nwa.com ) United Airlines ( +1 800 241 6522 / http://www.united.com ) US Airways ( +1 800 428 4322 / http://www.usairways.com ) USA 3000 ( +1 877 872 3000/ http://www.usa3000.com ) Taxis are readily available at the airport daily and are located outside of the arrivals hall. The approximate fare to Hamilton is USD 20. There are also airport coaches that must be pre-booked. Visitors are not allowed to rent automobiles in Bermuda. Getting Around: Several taxis run throughout the island and drivers tend to be informative and helpful. Major taxi operators include: Bermuda Taxi Radio Cabs Ltd. ( +1 441 295 4141 ) B.I.U. Taxi Co-op Transportation ( +1 441 292 4476 ) B.I.U. Taxi Co-op Transportation Bermuda Taxi Operator
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| What To Do (Source: WCities) | Top | Known for its pink sand beaches, pastel-colored houses and turquoise waters, Bermuda is a bit more relaxed when it comes to the entertainment scene. While there is after-dark action on the island, more options are available to those who visit during high season, from April through October. But there are no worries to be had when it comes to finding something to do at night from November through March as the crowds are less and prices are normally lower. The best way to find out what is going on in terms of entertainment and nightlife is to pick up copies of free publications, such as Preview Bermuda , Bermuda Weekly and This Week in Bermuda , at the island’s tourist centers and hotel concierge and social desks. These magazines highlight the schedules of upcoming activities and events that will take place around the island. Local television and radio stations also provide visitors with details of scheduled cultural events and nightlife happenings across the island. Music Visitors can find what is known as lounge entertainment in many of the hotels across the island. Lounge entertainment can be anything from classical piano tunes to a musician strumming a guitar to a local band playing the steel drums. Other properties set an island mood in their restaurants as calypso bands play appropriate dining music while guests indulge in fine foods and some also offer the opportunity for dancing. Pubs across the island have long been a mainstay of the local ent
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