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Reviews from VirtualTourist Members

The Bermuda Book Store: A place to turn pages in Hamilton

by 850prc

I don't know, maybe it's my "second career" working for ForeWord Magazine. (www.forewordmagazine.com if you'd like to know more) But, when I travel, I'm especially apt to notice local independent bookstores.If you have a need for reading material while in downtown Hamilton, make a turn onto Queen Street and look to your left. The Bermuda Book Store has a nice little collection of bestsellers, along with titles geared to Bermuda and its history. The folks here are friendly and helpful, and although the Bermuda Book Store isn't a very BIG bookstore, it had something in common with almost every other bookstore in the world during our July visit... they were out of the new HARRY POTTER title. Hmmmm, I'd try books. Bargains starting at only a few dollars, up through stylish and stunning art/photographic "coffee table" books for closer to $100.

Dockyards Glassworks: Classical Glass

by 850prc

I have a separate tip describing the artisan demonstrations at the Dockyards Glassworks. And as I mention in that tip, I'm always in awe of glassblowers. Such a graceful craft.... if it weren't a certainty that I'd end up with 3rd degree burns all over my body, I might give it a try myself.The Dockyard Glassworks has a wonderful selection of "classy glass" for sale. Plates, pitchers, objects d'art, jewelry. They have it all. And, it's all so beautifully colorful.If you visit the shop first before watching them working in the studio, you'll probably find the prices a bit high. However, once you get an additional feel for the intensive labor required to create these treasures, you'll be more willing to summon your American Express. :) They have all sorts of things, from heirloom quality objects d'art to simple glass jewelry.At the low end of the scale, there are little glass frogs, fish,...

Bermuda Craft Market at Dockyard: Crafts made in Bermuda

by grandmaR

Occupying part of what was once the cooperage, this large stone building dates from 1831. We went here right after we left the museum. All of the things were locally made and there are people who demonstrate what they do. Candles, cedar work, ceramics, Christmas ornaments, jewelry, miniature furniture, quilts, wearable art, dolls, paintings, glass blown images and much more. I thought of buying a model of a bus for my grandsons, but thought it was too expensive. I got a nice Bermuda bag with iris on it for my mom, and some clothes for my grandchildren. In 2004, I got an iris pin and an iris cross stitch for my mom, and a hair ornament for my daughter.Hours are 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; opening times may vary on Sundays and public holidays. There is no entrance fee.The Frog and Onion is also in this building

Trimingham's: Hamilton's shopping-Trimingham's

by VeronicaG

There are several perfume shops in Hamilton, but I think it was at Trimingham's on Front street that I found what I was looking for: L'air du Temps. The last time I purchased this perfume was in Paris when my husband and I were first married. The prices did seem to be better here in Bermuda compared to the states.Trimingham's also had clothing, crystal (beautiful!) and china throughout its three floors.UPDATE: Seabiscuit at VT tells me this shop has closed...too bad!! March,2006 Perfumes and gold jewelry are good buys in Bermuda! Prices for gold jewelry 30-40% less ; perfume 30%

Crisson's: Hamilton's shopping-Crisson's

by VeronicaG

I had priced rings in several shops, but I found a beautiful tanzanite ring mounted between two diamonds for $327.00 at Crisson's. It was the best price I had seen and I had read that jewelry was %30-40% less here in Bermuda than elsewhere. I LOVE MY RING and recommend shopping for jewelry at this shop.

Carole Holding Studio: Bermuda--A memory in painting!

by VeronicaG

A great way to keep the memory of Bermuda fresh and real is to see it in a painting. The Carole Holding Studio had beautiful scenes of Bermuda that capture the essence of the island. As we considered which size or island scene to select, we realized this was going to be a special purchase. After much thought, we bought a small watercolor that is now hanging on a wall in our family room. I pass it every day and think of our visit there often. This was a wonderful way to remember our journey to Bermuda! Artwork depicting scenes of Bermuda The price of a small watercolor was $39.50

Bermuda Rum Cake Factory: Eat your cake and save it too!!

by easterntrekker

At the Royal Naval Dockyards there is the Bermuda Rum Cake Factory . They have sample available of every cake they make . ( my favorite was the chocolate!!). There are lots of others fruited 'Rum Swizzle Cake', 'Banana Rum Cake', 'Black Rum and Ginger Cake', 'Coconut Rum Cake'.the 'Classic Coffee Rum Cake'. Eleven flavours!!!They have a 3 month shelf life .....who could resist. They deliver to local hotels and cruise ships too. Cake

It's expensive: Conserve Gas -- It's expensive

by peterd1331

If you plan to drive or rent a motorscooter in Bermuda, try to to conserve gas because it's very expensive! You europeans should not be alarmed, but if you're from the US, you can expect gas prices more than double what you pay here. Regular Gas, nothing fancy. You can expect to spend $6 or $7 per gallon, on par with Europe, double USA!

English Sports Shop: Bermuda Shorts

by Ekahau

now the best place to buy Bermuda shorts Bermuda shorts I was told the place to go for Bermuda shorts was Triminghams but they are gone after 163 years in business. The Bank of Bermuda will acquire the building for redevelopment.This is a sad day for Bermuda, the locals say Bermuda without Triminghams. Imagine that. But I was directed to get my Bermuda short at the English Sports Shop. You see I had very specific instruction on my Bermuda shorts I was told he best quality Bermuda Shorts have a three inch hem and hand sewn, to hang correctly –and heaven know you would want to hang correctly. Shorts made by Daks of London in Hong Kong were recommended. Proper constructed Bermuda shorts are pleated have one pocket on each side and one on each side of the bottom. They are form-fitting, designed essentially for and can look very good on the slim or medium-built person. Much to my dismay...

They sell them all around the island...: Bermuda Rum-cakes

by Lady-Charisma

Hey, rum-cake is rum-cake. It's special as it is!! Bermuda is known for their excellent rum-cakes. They have a variety of flavors too. Even a non-alcoholic would crave it (case in point, myself). Besides, the alcohol (or at least most of it) leaves during the baking process, anyway. I'm not sure how much rum-cakes are by the item or pound, but buy one anyway cuz they're so darn good.