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Bermuda Sign Shown During Djokovic Story
As tennis fans around the world watching the ongoing U.S. Open tournament were given the news that Novak Djokovic had been disqualified after hitting a line judge with a ball, a ‘Bermuda’ sign could be seen in the background of the broadcast. The Bermuda signage is due to the island being the U.S. Open’s tourism partner, a partnership... Read more of this article
BTA To Highlight Bermuda’s Local Operators
As the United Nations marks World Tourism Day later this month, Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] is leveraging the occasion to elevate the island’s hospitality businesses, experiences and attractions, which have experienced a difficult year due to Covid-19. “World Tourism Day is a time to raise awareness about the importance of our industry and its... Read more of this article
List Of Bermuda Hotels By Open/Closed Status
The majority of Bermuda’s hotels have now re-opened following their temporary closures due to the Covid-19 pandemic, which saw the island restrict entry in a bid to stop the spread of the coronavirus. The list below is from the Bermuda Tourism Authority’s website: Now Open: Azura Bermuda Aunt Nea’s Inn Blue Horizons Guest House Coco... Read more of this article
January – June: 85% Drop In Leisure Air Arrivals
COVID-19 and Bermuda’s strict measures to manage the pandemic acutely curtailed airlift and visitor numbers in the second quarter of 2020, according to data released by the Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA]. A spokesperson said, “With cruise calls halted out of US ports and Bermuda’s airport closed to regularly scheduled commercial service for nearly... Read more of this article
Bermuda Signs At US Open Tennis Tournament
While the 2020 US Open Tennis Championships kicked off this week in New York City without live spectators onsite, the event is again expected to draw significant television viewership this year. “Bermuda is prominently on display during the Grand Slam tournament through on-court signage on the main Stadiums and other tournament courts. The event... Read more of this article
Bermuda Championship Purse Increased To $4M
The Bermuda Championship and the Bermuda Tourism Authority announced several significant changes to the 2020 tournament, including a $1-million increase to the prize purse for the event, which is scheduled to take place from October 26 through November 1 at the Port Royal Golf Course. The developments come as the World Golf Championships-HSBC Champions,... Read more of this article
BTA: Bermuda Staycation Month Offers
“Bermuda residents can indulge in a relaxing getaway right here at home, enjoying deals at their favourite hotels over the next four weeks during Staycation Month,” the BTA said. “Ten of Bermuda’s hotels are participating in the special promotion led by the Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] to help stimulate spending and support industry... Read more of this article
Premier: ’60% Of Hotel Inventory Available’
“Another important development for the tourism industry and for Bermuda as a whole, is the reopening of the Hamilton Princess,” Premier David Burt said, adding that, “once it reopens, Bermuda will be at just over 60% of our available hotel inventory with many more Bermudians going back to work.” Speaking at Thursday’s [Aug... Read more of this article
Bermuda Earns WTTC “Safe Travels” Stamp
The World Travel & Tourism Council [WTTC] has designated Bermuda a “Safe Travels” destination, the BTA announced. A BTA spokesperson said, “Bermuda has earned a global stamp of approval for its handling of the COVID-19 pandemic to date and the high level of health and safety protocols across its tourism industry. “The World Travel... Read more of this article
BTA Unveil ‘Inside Out’ Tourism Promotion Events
The Bermuda Tourism Authority has unveiled a calendar of “upcoming ‘Inside-Out’ marketing promotions to “help stimulate local spending while engaging visitors and encouraging more travellers to the island.” At a press briefing held at the Hamilton Visitor Services Centre, BTA and stakeholder partners, including the Bermuda... Read more of this article
BTA Promotes Black-Owned Businesses Online
The BTA is highlighting black-owned tourism businesses in a new section of GoToBermuda.com titled A Guide to Black Culture & Heritage. A BTA spokesperson said, “The marketing spotlight shines on Black-owned tourism businesses in a new section of GoToBermuda.com. The online hub, titled A Guide to Black Culture & Heritage, soft-launched this... Read more of this article
Sept Flights: JetBlue, Air Canada, Delta, BA
Skyport released the flight schedule for September, with JetBlue, Air Canada, Delta Airlines, and British Airways all scheduled to serve Bermuda. Bermuda Skyport Corporation posted the graphic below, saying, “Here is the flight schedule for September. As always, please direct airline-related questions to your airline.” Related Stories BTA: “New,... Read more of this article
