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 The BNG is on the second floor
of City Hall by pchamlis, 2 more photos
It's not a huge collection, but you'll find paintings by Rembrandt, sculpture by Rodin and several other 15th-16th century European masterpieces in the opening room, "The Hereward T. Watlington Room". There is a great painting of the American patriot Thomas Paine by George Romney (isn't one of his kin running for president these days?) on display as well.
In the Ondaatje Wing, there are paintings OF Bermuda done by artists from the time of settlement up through the modern era.
There is a separate "Bermuda Society of Arts Gallery" that is also worth a look-see. It's on the 2nd floor of the City Hall as well. They display and sell works by island artists. If you'd like to take home a nice painting of Bermuda, this is a good place to get something of good quality.
ADMISSION IS FREE on Sunday, and is $3 (I think) for adults on other days.
Hours are 10 am- 4 pm. Leave a Comment Address: City Hall, Hamilton (2nd floor)Phone: 441-295-9428Directions: On Church Street, about a block west of the Bermuda Cathedral. Church Street is 2 blocks north (away from the harbor) of Front Street/Pitts Bay Road.Website: www.bng.bm
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 Sara & Bonnie (on right)
enjoying DolphinQuest by pchamlis
There are three basic "encounters" available. I've forgotten the names for these choices, but you can certainly find them on the website (below). Basically, they consist of
a basic encounter that includes about 25 minutes of actual swimming time ($200 or so)
a more extended encouter that includes almost 40 minutes of swimming time ($235)
an ultimate adventure that lasts 40 minutes and includes the option to use some little underwater "scooter devices" that will allow you to zip along at dolphin-like speeds. ($285)
My wife and daughter did option two. Other than the scooter device, the adventures are similar to one another. They limit the groups to 5-6 people. The dolphins are in an enclosed area that is approximately 30 m x 60 m. There is an area in which you can "sit" while in the water, and they also allow you to swim out into the enclosure to interact with the dolphins.
Advance reservations are necessary, and the encounters go rain or shine, unless DolphinQuest finds it necessary to cancel, in which case you only get your money back...no guaranteed rebooking. DolphinQuest booking includes FREE admission to the Bermuda Maritime Museum, which is where the DQ encouter is located. You'll need to arrive AT DolphinQuest 30 minutes ahead of your scheduled swim. They supply masks, life vests, etc. Participants must be comfortable swimming in deep water, and be at least 8 years old. (it's 11 or 12 for the ultimate encounter) Book via phone or the 'net.
There are pro photographers getting shots of the participants. These are available for purchase after the encounter. (one photo FREE with the ultimate encounter)
PLEASE SEE MY ADDITIONAL DOLPHINQUEST TRAVELOGUE! Leave a Comment Address: Royal Naval Dockyards/Bermuda Maritime MuseumPhone: 441-234-4464Directions: Somerset & Dockyards, at the Bermuda Maritime MuseumWebsite: www.dolphinquest.org
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 The "North Rock" living reef
at the Aquarium by pchamlis, 2 more photos
As you might expect, the Aquarium is really the major attraction of the three. And ITS centerpiece is the 150,000 gallon "North Rock" tank, a slice of a living reef on full view for aquarium visitors. You'll see all sorts of tropical fish, sharks, eels, crabs, spiny lobsters and other inhabitants of the Bermuda deep.
The zoo is small, when compared to many of the world's more famous establishments. However, they've done a nice job of setting up very natural environs for their animal exhibits. One warning... the little snack bar, "Peacocks Cafe" leaves a lot to be desired. However, if you're lucky, you'll get a visit from a Peacock while you're having tea or some ice water.
The Natural History museum is the least visited, at least by the younger BAMZ patrons. However, don't sell it short... there are interesting exhibits on life in Bermuda, from the recent to very distant past. Bermuda is truly a unique geological and ecological place on this earth, and the museum does a nice job of giving you a peek.
The museum is open daily from 9 am - 5 pm. Leave a Comment Address: 40 North Shore Road, Hamilton ParishPhone: 441-293-2727Directions: Take bus 11 leaving Hamilton and ask to be dropped off at the Aquarium. (AT the Aquarium, not IN the Aquarium. Website: www.bamz.org
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 Horseshoe Bay on a "no cruise
ships" day by pchamlis, 2 more photos
The most famous beach areas are generally in Paget, Warwick, and Southampton parishes. Among the best places to visit are:
Elbow Beach, in Paget's Parish. The Elbow Beach hotel "claims" the east end of Elbow Beach, but the rest of the 1/2 mile stretch is public. There is a shower house in the area for beachgoers' use. Elbow is the closest beach to the city of Hamilton. Take bus #7.
Warwick Long Bay Beach in both Warwick and Southampton Parish. The great PLUS for Warwick Long Bay is that it's kind of deserted. There are no lifeguards or true beach support items in the area. And another issue are the riptides. Our b&b hosts say that the rips at Warwick Long Bay are notoriously strong, so if you visit the area to soak up some rays, don't venture far into the surf. Again, bus #7 is your ticket.
Horseshoe Bay Beach is probably THE most beautiful stretch of pink beach on Bermuda's south coast. Located in Southampton, Horseshoe Bay offers crystal clear waters, beautiful fine sand, basic beach area supports such as lifeguards and beach rental merchants, and even a small cafe. There is a public shower here as well. Bus #7 gets you to Horseshoe as well. IF POSSIBLE, try to pick a day to visit Horseshoe when there are few or hopefully ZERO cruise ships docked in Bermuda. You'll enjoy the space. At beach end is Port Royal cove, a snorkeler's lair.
There is also Church Bay beach, an attractive beach a little further west of Horseshoe. Church Bay is supposedly a very good choice for snorkelers. Once again, use bus #7. Leave a Comment Address: All along South Road on Bermuda. Bus Route 7Directions: Take bus number 7 from either Hamilton or Dockyards, and just tell the driver which beach you'd like to be dropped off near. :)
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The beaches we traveled to in Bermuda were striking in their beauty! I included views of two beaches: Horseshoe Bay and the beach by St. Catherine's Fort. They were fantastic examples of the pristine beaches on two different parts of the island.
Horseshoe Beach was located at the Hamilton side of Bermuda. It had a beach house where snacks and beverages could be purchased, as well as sand chairs, lounges and umbrellas. There were also changing rooms. We were told to beware of rip tides that occasionally appeared in this area. The address is South Shore Park, 94 South Road and phone number is 441-238-2651.
The beach at St. Catherine's Fort was at the St. George's side of Bermuda. This was our favorite beach because it was the prettiest! We retrieved LOTS of beach glass from the water in colors of cream, orange, purple, amber, brown and green. There were restrooms and a small snack area. We could see St. Catherine's Fort looming over us as we swam below. I want to return to this beach again someday!
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 Another view of Fort Catherine by VeronicaG
There is a spectacular beach located at the foot of this fort, St. Catherine's beach. We found it to be the nicest of two we visited. Address: 15 Cool PondPhone: 441-297-1920Directions: North/Easternmost
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Crystal Caves by VeronicaG
A guide escorted us through the caves, but try to get in front of the line if possible. We were at the back and could not hear what he was saying. There is a nice gift shop--our grandchild used souvenir money to buy lots of polished rocks. That's logical! Address: Wilkinson AvenuePhone: 441-293-0640
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We arrived at the Royal Dockyard by ferry which we caught on Front Street. The maritime museum was quite a complex. There are eight buildings in which there are exhibits. We saw the magazine where gunpower was once stored. There was also a display of coins used throughout the years in Bermuda. A restored racing yacht was located here that was 100 years old. Items recovered from ship wrecks, too. An area called the boat loft had interesting things for children to see. Also on hand were cannons from the 19th century and various weaponry. This fort was built by convicts in the early 1800's and was used for almost 150 years.
I've included a photo of the commissioner's house which was almost finished when we toured the maritime museum. It was designed by the chief architect of the Royal Navy, Edward Holl in 1822. This was used as a private residence, ceremonial residence and as administrative offices from 1827-1837. It was turned over to the Army in 1862 and formally commissioned as a ship (which was tradition) in 1919 as the HMS Malabar. Address: Royal Dockyard-15 Maritime LanePhone: 441-234-1333Directions: Somerset & Dockyards
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 Observing the Dolphins at
Royal Dockyard by VeronicaG, 3 more photos
Dockyard Glassworks is one of the shops here. I purchased a small multi-colored fluted dish. The "glassworks" isn't fancy and it was stifling from the heat, but we still had fun going through the shop.
There was also a dolphin education site at the dockyards. For more information on this, call 441-234-4464 or see www.dolphinquest.org. Directions: Somerset & Dockyards
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 St. Peter's Church at St.
George by VeronicaG
St. Peter's (1713) is the oldest church in Bermuda. It sits on the site of what once was the oldest Anglican church in the Western Hemisphere built in 1612 but destroyed in a storm. St. Peter's holds within its sacred walls a Bible from 1594, a 1625 chalice and the oldest piece of furniture on the island, the mahogany altar.
The church is opened from 10 am-4:30 pm and is free. Address: Duke of York StreetPhone: 441-297-8359Directions: North/Easternmost
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