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BTA Release Third Quarter Tourism Stats
The Bermuda Tourism Authority released third-quarter results comparing Q3 2021 performance against 2019, saying that “the report highlighted the sobering reality of persistent declines across various measures, although the rate of decline had softened compared to previous quarters. ” The BTA said, “The island welcomed 27,806 leisure... Read more of this article
Photos: Black Golfers Week Legends Lunch
The ‘Legends Lunch: Black Golfers Week Preview Event’ was held at the Ocean View Golf Course with a panel discussion featuring American Olympian Dr. John Carlos – who raised his fist on the podium in the 1968 Olympics — and Bermuda’s own trailblazers and sporting legends Kim Swan and Clyde Best. BTA CEO Charles H. Jeffers II... Read more of this article
Skyport Releases Flight Schedule For November
Skyport released the airline flight schedule for November 2021, with American Airlines, British Airways, JetBlue Airways, Delta Airlines, Air Canada, and WestJet Airlines all scheduled to serve Bermuda. The schedule is below [PDF here]: Related StoriesSkyport Releases Flight Schedule For October Skyport Releases Flight Schedule... Read more of this article
Opposition Leader On Reduced Air Service
“While the pandemic has played in role in negatively affecting air service to Bermuda, what is the Government, the Airport Authority and the Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] doing to make the island an attractive destination for potential vacationers,” Opposition Leader Cole Simons said. “It’s such a disappointment to see the loss... Read more of this article
Legends Lunch With Dr John Carlos & Clyde Best
The Bermuda Black Golfers Week is set to launch at the Weekend Preview event from November 5-6., which will include the Legends Lunch featuring Olympic medalist Dr. John Carlos — who raised his fist on the podium in the 1968 Olympics — and Bermuda’s own football trailblazer Clyde Best. A BTA spokesperson said, “Bermuda Black Golfers... Read more of this article
Lido Complex Remains Open & Ready To Serve
The Lido Complex confirmed that they remain open, with the “Lido and Sea Breeze currently open Tuesday to Sunday for lunch, dinner and takeout, and live entertainment is available Friday and Saturday.” A spokesperson said, “In light of the recent article regarding Elbow Beach Hotel, the management of the Lido Complex would like to... Read more of this article
Golf: 125 Additional Tickets Now Available
The Butterfield Bermuda Championship announced the addition of 125 general admission tickets per day for Friday, October 29, Saturday, October 30, and Sunday, October 31. The previously sold-out rounds will now welcome additional spectators as the Championship has been granted an exemption extension by the Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport for the... Read more of this article
Photos: Cruise Ship ‘The World’ Visits Bermuda
The cruise ship The World – “the largest private residential ship on the planet” – arrived in Bermuda yesterday morning [Oct 12]. The vessel’s website says, “The largest private residential ship on the planet, The World is home to only 165 residences. “An international community of residents and guests spend... Read more of this article
Princess Ranked As 5th Best In Atlantic Islands
Hamilton Princess has been ranked the 5th best resort in the Atlantic Islands in the Condé Nast Traveler’s 2021 Readers’ Choice Awards, with the publication noting the “service is next level”, the “dining game here is strong” and the “impressive collection of modern art.” A spokesperson said, “Hamilton... Read more of this article
Golf: Bermuda Championship Tickets On Sale
Daily general admission tickets for the Butterfield Bermuda Championship – which will be held from October 28 to 31 at the Port Royal Golf Course — are available online for $35. A spokesperson said, “The Butterfield Bermuda Championship has been granted a Letter of no objection by the Ministry of Youth, Culture and Sport to host limited... Read more of this article
Mastercard Joins Golf Event As Founding Partner
Tournament officials announced today [Oct 4] that Mastercard has joined the Butterfield Bermuda Championship as a Founding Partner, with the new collaboration to bring exclusive opportunities to Butterfield Mastercard cardholders. A spokesperson said, “Tournament officials are delighted to announce today that Mastercard has joined the Butterfield... Read more of this article
Skyport Releases Flight Schedule For October
Skyport released the airline flight schedule for October 2021, with American Airlines, British Airways, JetBlue Airways, Delta Airlines, and Air Canada all scheduled to serve Bermuda. In an online post, Skyport said, “It’s a brand new month and that means a new flight schedule. In October, service on American Airlines to Charlotte Douglas International... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Norwegian Breakaway Arrives
The cruise ship Norwegian Breakaway arrived in Bermuda yesterday [Sept 29], sailing into the west end. The Ministry of Transport previously said, “The Norwegian Breakaway will make six calls commencing September 29 [arriving Bermuda] from New York with an estimated 3,200 passengers per call.”Minister of Transport Lawrence Scott previously... Read more of this article
