Bermuda

Bermuda feels instantly different the moment you step outside the airport: pastel houses, hibiscus-lined lanes, and that almost unreal turquoise water. The island is compact but packed with character, from the historic lanes of St. George’s (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) to the harbourside buzz of Hamilton. Start with a slow day to get your bearings. Stroll along Front Street in Hamilton, browse boutiques, then grab a waterside table for fresh wahoo or rockfish and your first Dark ’n Stormy. Late afternoon is beach time: iconic Horseshoe Bay has soft pink-tinged sand and calm swimming, but walk along the coastal trail to quieter coves like Warwick Long Bay or Jobson’s Cove if you prefer more space.

Bermuda’s weather is warm year-round, with peak beach season roughly from April to October, while winter is cooler but still pleasant for hiking the Railway Trail or exploring caves. To keep plans flexible, use Hello’s trip planning tools to save beaches, viewpoints, and restaurants you want to try, then shuffle your days around the forecast. With Hello eSIM connectivity, you can land, go straight to your guesthouse, and start navigating and checking bus routes without hunting for Wi‑Fi or swapping SIM cards.

Bermuda has a quirky transport rule: visitors cannot rent regular cars. Instead, you’ll get around by bus, ferry, taxi, minibus, or small rental vehicles like electric microcars and scooters. The public bus system is efficient and inexpensive, with routes linking Hamilton, St. George’s, the Royal Naval Dockyard, and most major beaches. Look for pink poles (buses heading toward Hamilton) and blue poles (away from Hamilton). You’ll need exact change in Bermudian dollars (BMD, on par with USD), tokens, or a bus pass, so carry small bills.

Ferries are a scenic shortcut across the Great Sound—especially the Hamilton–Dockyard route at sunset. For more independence, many visitors rent scooters or tiny electric cars. If you ride a scooter, remember: drive on the left, go slowly on winding roads, and always wear a helmet.

Offline maps and live bus timetables make life easier, so activate a Hello eSIM before you arrive and avoid roaming surprises. Having data on the go means you can:

• Check real-time ferry schedules
• Call a taxi from remote beaches
• Pin favourite spots in Hello’s trip planning feature so you don’t miss that viewpoint or hidden cove on your way back.

Bermuda is famously expensive, so a bit of planning goes a long way. The local currency is the Bermudian dollar (BMD), kept at 1:1 with USD, and both are widely accepted. Many prices you’ll see—like BMD 20–30 (about USD 20–30) for a casual mains or BMD 7–10 (around USD 7–10) for a beer—can feel high compared to other islands. To manage this:

• Mix sit-down restaurants with takeaway spots, bakeries, and grocery-store lunches.
• Try local favourites like fish sandwiches on raisin bread, fish chowder, and codfish and potatoes on Sundays.
• Look for happy hours in Hamilton for more affordable drinks.

Using Hello’s budget tracking in local currency helps you see in real time how much you’re spending on food, transport, and activities. Set a daily budget in BMD and let the app do the conversions for you. When travelling with others, restaurant bills can add up quickly; Hello’s expense splitting feature makes it easy to divide costs for group dinners, boat trips, and taxi fares without awkward math. Many places accept cards, but keep some cash for buses, small kiosks, and tips. ATM fees can stack up, so withdrawing a bit more at once is usually better than many small withdrawals.

Bermuda’s star attractions are outdoors, and you can easily fill several days without repeating an experience. For beaches, Horseshoe Bay, Elbow Beach, and Warwick Long Bay offer those iconic pink sands and gentle surf, while Tobacco Bay near St. George’s is perfect for easy snorkelling right off the shore. Pack your own mask if you have one; rentals add up, and having gear ready lets you jump into any clear cove you find.

Beyond the beaches, don’t miss the Crystal and Fantasy Caves, with their dramatic stalactites reflected in glassy underground pools. Book ahead in busy months. History lovers should explore St. George’s lanes and the Royal Naval Dockyard, where you’ll find the National Museum of Bermuda and old fortifications with sweeping harbour views. For active days, walk or bike sections of the Bermuda Railway Trail, especially along the coastline.

Use Hello’s trip planning to group activities by area—caves and Blue Hole Park in one day, Dockyard and nearby beaches on another—so you’re not zigzagging across the island. With a Hello eSIM, you can quickly check opening hours, reserve tours, and find nearby cafés when you’re ready for a rum swizzle or a scoop of local ice cream.