Weekend Escape: Beautiful Bermuda

by | Feb 28, 2015 | Travel

Image: courtesy of pinkbeach.com

Image: courtesy of pinkbeach.com

As the days get longer, the weather gets warmer and Spring gets closer, there is one thing at the forefront of every New Yorkers mind – the tropics! So stow those snow boots and pack your bathers for a weekend escape to beautiful Bermuda!

After only a two hour flight, the sparkling sands and crystal clear waters of this island paradise will welcome you. A number of major airlines fly to this north Atlantic location, and for as little as $300.00 return you really don’t have an excuse! Like any holiday, your experience in Bermuda will really depend on you, but the good news is – there is something for everyone! From snorkelling, to sunbathing; sightseeing to shopping, and golfing to paddle boarding, your weekend away is guaranteed to be filled with excitement.

Clean, calm quiet and quaint, with an area of just over 20 square miles, it isn’t difficult to get around and explore the Island. There are plenty of choices when it comes to accommodation in Bermuda, but here are DOWNTOWN’s personal favourites.

The Reefs Resort & Club
Located in Bermuda’s Southampton Parish, The Reefs Resort & Club offers guests phenomenal service and sophisticated beachside accommodations. This family owned cliff side resort also boasts a full service spa, three acclaimed dining establishments, and 63 guest rooms, suites and cottages decorated in classic Bermuda style. Complete with its own private beach, the resort offers a range of leisurely and recreational activities including kayaking, tennis and paddle boarding, with concierge services more than happy to facilitate external activities such as glass bottom boat tours, horse back riding, reef fishing, and parasailing. For further information and to make a reservation, please click here to visit the resort’s website.

Image: courtesy of thereefs.com

Image: courtesy of thereefs.com

Elbow Beach Resort
Tucked away on a stretch of pristine southern Bermuda shoreline lies one of the most popular resorts on the island. Elbow Beach Resort offers 98 traditional style rooms and cottages located amongst 50 acres of immaculately landscaped lawns and gardens. Boasting a private beach, four restaurants, and a luxury ocean view spa, this tropical oasis is located a mere seven minutes from the capital city of Hamilton, making it perfectly convenient for those who are looking more than sand and surf. For further information and to make a reservation, please click here to visit the resort’s website.

Image: courtesy of elbowbeachbermuda.com

Image: courtesy of elbowbeachbermuda.com

Rosewood Tuckers Point

If you’re looking to go all out for a luxurious weekend escape, look no further than Rosewood Tuckers Point, a serene and sophisticated boutique resort sitting on Bermuda’s largest private beach. The extensive range of meticulously designed accommodations are sure to please even the most discerning guest. With in house dining options to suit every taste, activities to satisfy the likes of all guests, and amenities second to none, this breathtaking haven truly is the essence of luxury. For further information and to make a reservation, please click here to visit the resort’s website.

Image: courtesy of rosewoodhotels.com

Image: courtesy of rosewoodhotels.com

Packed with historic charm and a vibrant local community, Bermuda is a unique destination in itself, surrounded by beautiful beaches and only a short flight from New York City. So what are you waiting for? Make the crystal clear waters of this island paradise your next weekend getaway!

– By Lizzie Crittenden

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