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The Travel Features Bermuda’s Moongates
The Travel has featured Bermuda’s moongates in an article, detailing the history of the island’s unique architectural pieces. The Travel website said, “Bermuda’s stunning beaches, tropical island offerings, and luxe resorts are often what keep people coming back time and time again. “For those who frequent this island often, they... Read more of this article
Financing Secured For Fairmont Redevelopment
“Westend Properties has secured highly-reputable international lenders for the $190+ million redevelopment” of the Fairmont Southampton resort, the company announced today. A spokesperson said, “The funding for the Fairmont Southampton redevelopment is in its final stages with the announcement of an agreement being made between the... Read more of this article
Audio: Premier On Fairmont Southampton
[Updated] Premier David Burt is delivering remarks in the House of Assembly today [March 25] to provide an update on ‘Fairmont Southampton Hotel Redevelopment’. We will update with the full statement as able, and in the meantime the live audio is below. Update 10.15am: Premier Burt said that “the Government of Bermuda and Westend... Read more of this article
The Times: ‘Best Things To Do In Bermuda’
The Times has featured Bermuda in an article highlighting activities across the island available to visitors and locals alike. The Times website said, “There’s a lot to love about Bermuda. A tight cluster of islands, 650 miles from the North Carolina coast, it’s warmed by the Gulf Stream and washed clean by the Atlantic Ocean — and its waters... Read more of this article
BTA Enters Partnership With NY Football Club
A new partnership has been announced between the Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] and New York City Football Club. The agreement will see the BTA become the official tourism partner of the Major League Soccer [MLS] reigning champions. An article on the NYCFC website read: “Approximately 90 minutes by flight from New York City, NYCFC fans can travel... Read more of this article
Black Golfers Week Set For October 2022
The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA], in partnership with the APGA Tour and PGA Magazine, will hold an APGA Tournament to kick off the inaugural Bermuda Black Golfers Week in October. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Tourism Authority, in partnership with the APGA Tour and PGA Magazine, marked the culmination of Black History Month with the announcement... Read more of this article
Video: Trip To Bermuda On ‘Price Is Right’
A woman recently won a trip to Bermuda while appearing on the American game show ‘The Price is Right.’ The contestant won the $10,000 island vacation while playing Bullseye, which saw her correctly guess a multiple of grocery products costing between $10 and $12. Related Stories Bermuda Man Wins On Australian Game Show Jeopardy Features... Read more of this article
Photos: Forbes ‘Under 30 Residency’ Event
Throughout February, Forbes hosted the first-ever Forbes Under 30 Residency program in Bermuda, in partnership with the Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA]. A spokesperson said, “The month-long residency, hosted at the Hamilton Princess Hotel and Beach Club, brought together 54 alumni from Forbes’ global 30 Under 30 lists to network, to collaborate... Read more of this article
Entrepreneurs Invited To Apply For Programme
Tourism stakeholders and entrepreneurs are invited to apply to the Bermuda Tourism Authority Experience Investment Programme [EIP]. A spokesperson said, “The initiative provides marketing or funding support for innovative tourism entrepreneurs and business owners whose proposals meet the programme criteria and align with the Bermuda National Tourism... Read more of this article
MSC Cruises To Sail To Bermuda In 2023
The MSC Meraviglia cruise ship will sail to Bermuda from New York City in 2023, the company announced. The company said, “The world’s fastest-growing cruise brand will start sailing from New York City next year. MSC Cruises announced plans today to bring the modern and glamorous MSC Meraviglia to the Big Apple to offer year-round cruises, homeporting... Read more of this article
BTA: ‘Reopening Of Hotel Will Play Critical Role’
“The reopening of the Fairmont Southampton will play a critical role in accelerating our tourism recovery efforts,” BTA CEO Charles Jeffers II said, while BTA Chairman Wayne Caines said “the reopening of the Fairmont Southampton will be a major boon to the sector delivering a multitude of benefits to Bermuda’s economy.” BTA... Read more of this article
BIU Support Govt Guarantee For Fairmont Hotel
Citing the “significant value of this hotel to our economy,” BIU President Chris Furbert said that the Union would support a Government guarantee for the Fairmont Southampton, noting that the hotel will provide over 700 jobs, decrease the number of Bermudians that are unemployed and “provide a much-needed boost to our economy.” Noting... Read more of this article
