Hashtag: #BermudaTourism

Fahy: ‘Re-Awakening Of This Important Industry’

The Bermuda Tourism Authority yesterday provided the 2016 figures as “evidence of the re-awakening of this important industry” and “the BTA is to be congratulated for focusing on new strategies to make this happen,” Minister of Tourism, Transport and Municipalities Michael Fahy said. Yesterday the BTA announced the 2016 tourism... Read more of this article

Shadow Minister Comments On Tourism Figures

“The latest tourism numbers are encouraging but with a significant number of tourism jobs lost under the OBA’s watch, PR & election year spin about a new ‘buzz’ about Bermuda that isn’t translating into new jobs is little comfort to the thousands that remain unemployed,” Shadow Minister of Tourism Jamahl Simmons said. Mr Simmons... Read more of this article

BTA: Leisure Air Arrivals Surged 17% Last Year

“Younger travellers fuelled strong growth in visitor spending, hotel occupancy and vacation air arrivals,” the Bermuda Tourism Authority said, adding that “vacationers by air and sea spent $267 million on-island, $41 million more in 2016 than they did in 2015.” “That increased revenue went directly into local tourism businesses.... Read more of this article

BTA Ad Campaign Delivers “Significant Return”

The Bermuda Tourism Authority’s advertising in key international markets during 2016 were found to deliver a significant return on investment [ROI] according to a recent study conducted by Longwoods International, an independent research firm specialising in tourism advertising performance, the BTA said. According to the Longwoods study, more than... Read more of this article

Carnival Horizon Ship To Visit Bermuda In 2018

Carnival Cruise Line announced today [Feb 8] that the Carnival Horizon cruise ship — which is currently under construction — will offer four-day Bermuda cruises from New York in 2018 as part of the ship’s inaugural season, with five Bermuda cruises to be offered, departing May 24, June 21, July 19, Aug. 16 and Sept. 13. “The four-day... Read more of this article

Cove Named One Of “10 Exceptional Condos”

The Cove — the planned development at Morgan’s Point — was featured by Keith Flamer of Forbes lifestyle as one of the “10 Exceptional Condos To Watch In 2017″. The report said, “The Cove, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve Residence in Southampton, Bermuda is the first phase of the island’s largest mixed-use development ever—Caroline... Read more of this article

Photos: Shelly Bay Beach House Renovations

Renovations are ongoing at the Shelly Bay Beach House in Hamilton Parish with a new restaurant, an ice cream counter, a beach rental shop and expansion to the existing eastern parking area being among the items listed by the Planning Department. A Ministry of Public Works spokesperson said, “The lease was awarded to Shelly Bay Beach House Ltd.... Read more of this article

Tourism Forward: Ocean-To-Table Experience

[Part of the Bermuda Tourism Authority’s ‘Tourism Forward’ series] Although today marks the final day of Bermuda Restaurant Weeks and its delicious Bermuda-inspired menus, no one has to abandon the island’s food culture for the rest of the year. One of the most memorable moments of Restaurant Weeks 2017 was the launch at Lost in the Triangle... Read more of this article

‘Hidden Gems Of Bermuda’ Mobile App Launches

Hidden Gems: Island Eco Tours has teamed up with newly-founded mobile game development company Bermuda Island Games [BIG] to create the ‘Hidden Gems of Bermuda’ mobile app. Business owner Ashley Harris is excited to be able to offer this new app to her Island Eco Tour visitors as well as anyone looking to enhance their Bermuda experience. “I... Read more of this article

Video: Shiona Turini Visits With Luxury Retailer

Bermudian fashion expert Shiona Turini recently guided a team from luxury goods retailer Bergdorf Goodman around Bermuda, showcasing the island’s natural beauty, attractions and cuisine. - A video of the excursion captures Ms. Turini as she leads the team to various locations, including the Nonsuch Island area, Crystal Caves, the Unfinished Church... Read more of this article

Video: BTA CEO Enjoys ‘Seabreacher’ Ride

Bermuda Tourism Authority CEO Kevin Dallas is experiencing as much of the Bermuda visitor experience as he can, and today he took a ride with Kinezumi Water Sports on its Seabreacher excursion. Mr Dallas said, “With the growth Bermuda is seeing with travellers under 45 years-old, excursions like the Seabreacher are increasingly important in the visitor... Read more of this article

Hashtag: #BermudaTourism

Visit Bernews Network Sites