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14 People Complete “Learn To Earn” Programme
The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] recognised the first cohort of the Learn to Earn programme, a service industry training initiative. “The programme emerged as a partnership between the Tourism Standard and Training Division of the BTA, the Government Department of Workforce Development, the Bermuda College, and a group of private restaurant... Read more of this article
Audio: Charles Jeffers On TravelPulse Podcast
The TravelPulse Podcast interviewed Bermuda Tourism Authority CEO Charles Jeffers II to “find out how the island has handled things over the last year and what travelers can expect now.” Listen below: The Podcast description said, “In episode 8, Brian and Sarah discuss the latest news around reopenings, and Sarah shares what the... Read more of this article
Bermuda Championship Seeking Volunteers
The Bermuda Championship’s BF&M Volunteer Programme is now accepting online applications, with over 500 volunteers sought for the PGA Tour event, set to be held from October 25 to October 31 at Port Royal Golf Course in Southampton. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Championship’s BF&M Volunteer Programme is now accepting online... Read more of this article
Tia Smith On Change To Viking Cruises Itinerary
“St George’s is the historical heart of Bermuda and, once again, it seems like we are being left out in the cold,” the OBA’s Tia Smith said in reference to the recent change to Viking Cruises itineraries. Ms Smith, described as the approved OBA candidate for Constituency 1, said, “It’s disappointing to hear of the recent... Read more of this article
Crystal Symphony Offers Cruises To Bermuda
The cruise ship Crystal Symphony will make a series of trips to Bermuda from Boston and New York City this year, with 13 sailings in total starting in August. A statement from Crystal Cruises said, “Today, Crystal Cruises announced that Crystal Symphony will re-deploy to sail from U.S. homeports in Boston and New York for its new Luxury Bermuda... Read more of this article
Hotel Occupancy Up 20%, Superyacht Up 62%
“For the first five months of this year hotel occupancy is up almost 20% from 2020 levels,” Premier David Burt said, adding that “superyacht calls have increased by 62% year-over-year with a commensurate increase in economic impact.” Speaking in the House of Assembly today [July 2], the Premier said. “If we were ever in... Read more of this article
Skyport Releases Flight Schedule For July
Skyport released the airline flight schedule for July 2021, with American Airlines, United Airlines, British Airways, JetBlue, Delta, and Sata Azores International all scheduled to serve Bermuda. The full schedule follows below [PDF here]: Related Stories BTA: “New, Extended, And Returning Airlift” Skyport Releases Flight Schedule For... Read more of this article
Photos: Viking Orion Cruise Officials Welcomed
Premier David Burt, Minister of Transport Lawrence Scott, Mayor of Hamilton Charles Gosling and other local officials welcomed the Viking Orion cruise ship to Bermuda, taking part in a plaque exchange. A spokesperson said, “There were three plaque exchanges: “1. Premier, the Hon. David Burt JP, MP, Minister of Tourism presented Captain Hvidsten... Read more of this article
Photos: Cruise Ship Orion Arrives In Hamilton
The Viking Orion — which is the first cruise ship to visit the island in over a year – sailed into Hamilton this morning [June 21]. The ship has been in Bermuda since last month, and is offering 8-day cruises around the island. On June 15th, a statement from the company said, “Viking welcomed American guests on board for the first time in 15... Read more of this article
First U.S. ‘Trial Cruise’ Sails From Miami
Some 15 months after the Covid-19 pandemic brought cruises to a halt in the United States, a “trial cruise” set sail from Miami on Sunday evening. A CNN Travel story said, “A trial cruise set sail from Miami on Sunday evening, putting the cruise industry one step closer to resuming operations out of US ports, 15 months after the Covid-19... Read more of this article
Disney Announce Bermuda Cruises In 2022
Disney Cruise Line announced their fall 2022 lineup, confirming that they will visit Bermuda, with the Disney Magic ship set to visit the Island. The report said, “The magic of the holidays returns to Disney Cruise Line in the fall of 2022 with Halloween on the High Seas and Very Merrytime Cruises across the fleet, including the first fall season... Read more of this article
Condé Nast Traveler Reviews St. Regis Resort
Condé Nast Traveler – one of the world’s leading luxury travel publications – recently reviewed Bermuda’s St. Regis Resort. The Condé Nast Traveler website said, “This is rest and relaxation on repeat: Spend a glorious few days parked on this boomerang of perfect pink sand, where the ocean—and a top-notch cocktail—are never... Read more of this article
