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Port Royal Join BTA’s Anchor Training Program
Port Royal Golf Course, which recently celebrated its 50th anniversary, made time to allow their staff to receive training organized by the Bermuda Tourism Authority. A spokesperson said, “AnchorBDA is City & Guilds certified and was created by the Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] to establish our own industry-recognised designation to empower... Read more of this article
Minister Attends CTA Caribbean Week In NY
Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport Owen Darrell recently attended Caribbean Week hosted by the Caribbean Tourism Organisation [CTO] in New York from June 16 – 21, 2024. A Government spokesperson said, “This year’s event at the InterContinental New York Times Square, marked the organisation’s 35th anniversary. It brought together... Read more of this article
OBA Senator Dwayne Robinson On Tourism
“Tourism needs rebuilding and we are forcing our flagship entity to operate with less and less year over year, yet expecting an increase in results,” Opposition Senator Dwayne Robinson said. Senator Robinson said, “Is this PLP Government committed to the growth of the Hospitality and Tourism sector of our economy. So far, their track record has... Read more of this article
BermudAir Increasing Service To Halifax
BermudAir announced that they are increasing flights on its recently launched service between Bermuda and Halifax to twice a week; the airline is adding a flight on Wednesdays to its schedule starting on July 10th 2024, along with flights on Saturdays. “We’re delighted to be increasing our Halifax flights after launching service in May,” said... Read more of this article
Ber-mazing Race To Be Held On August 31st
The Ber-mazing Race will be held on August 31st at Bernard’s Park. A spokesperson said, “The Ber-mazing Race, Bermuda’s most thrilling and highly anticipated adventure race, returns on August 31, 2024 for another year. Race will be held at Bernard’s Park for an 11am start. “The Ber-mazing Race is an exciting race, resembling... Read more of this article
BTA & Cornell Concludes ‘Bermuda Unveiled’
The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] recently introduced and completed an inaugural program “Bermuda Unveiled,” a 14-week collaboration between BTA and Cornell University’s Hotel School MMH class that offers an immersive journey into Bermuda’s tourism sector. A spokesperson said, “Divided into seven groups, students focused on Bermuda’s... Read more of this article
Cruise Ship Departs Baltimore For Bermuda
The Royal Caribbean Vision of the Seas departed Baltimore on May 25 – the first cruise ship to sail from the city since the collapse of its Francis Scott Key Bridge on March 26 – embarking on a voyage to Bermuda. A CNN story said, “Two cruise ships set sail for the sea from Baltimore this weekend for the first time since the Francis... Read more of this article
Video: Ministers Launch ‘Bermuda Breeze’
Ministers Wayne Furbert and Owen Darrell announced the launch of the Bermuda Breeze initiative, a “collaborative effort that will bring new life, new energy, and new opportunities to the Old Towne.” Minister of Transport Wayne Furbert said, “Today is a great day for St. George’s, for Bermuda, and for all of us who love this... Read more of this article
BermudAir Launches Direct Flights To Halifax
BermudAir has commenced its new direct service between Halifax and Bermuda,starting with its inaugural flight on May 25th. A spokesperson said, “BermudAir, Bermuda’s flagship airline, has launched direct service between Halifax and Bermuda. BermudAir will provide non-stop air service between the destinations year-round, beginning with its inaugural... Read more of this article
Travel & Leisure: 25 Best Things To Do
From Jet Skiing across turquoise waters to relaxing in a cave spa, this Atlantic island offers more than pink-sand beaches, according to a story in the Travel and Leisure. The story said, “Located about 650 miles off the coast of North Carolina, Bermuda is known for its pink-sand beaches and immaculate golf courses. The Atlantic island offers... Read more of this article
$17 Million Renovation Plans For Tucker’s Point
Gencom plans a $17 million renovation to the Tucker’s Point resort, which the company said will include improvements to golf course & clubhouse as well as adding new amenities and food & beverage options. A spokesperson said, “Gencom’s planned $17 million renovation of Tucker’s Point will include improvements to the 18-hole, par-70... Read more of this article
Minister Congratulates Grotto Bay On Progress
“Grotto Bay Beach Resort & Spa is one of Bermuda’s landmark tourism properties that has proven to be an integral part of the island’s overall hotel inventory,” said the Minister of Tourism, Culture, and Sport, Owen Darrell following a recent visit to the hotel. “Grotto Bay is currently undergoing significant renovations, and I was pleased... Read more of this article
