Andrew Forbes discovers Bermuda, and is intoxicated not just by the Atlantic islands’ signature dark ?n stormy cocktails; but by the diverse local cuisine; charming historic towns; quintessential coral-coloured sandy beaches; fabulous outdoor activities; and more than anything, the island?s unique and genuinely authentic style of hospitality.
Mid-Atlantic
I wasn?t in Bermuda long before I realised that my few preconceptions about the island were far from the mark. I?ve travelled to the Caribbean many times, so I thought my experience would be similar ? but I was wrong.

First, this seems like a good time to clear something up ? Bermuda is not in the Caribbean. It?s a common misconception, but the truth is that Bermuda is some 1,000 Km east of the US (and the coast of North Carolina), and more than 1,500 Km north of Puerto Rico. Bermuda is in fact a mid-Atlantic archipelago of islands with its own unique culture and style.
Island Flavours
Local cuisine is always a great way to get to know a destination; and Bermuda has plenty to offer foodie explorers, where each dish can potentially be a small journey of discovery, telling part of the island?s unique story and history. As an upscale hideaway for stylist travellers, one can expect plenty of fine dining in the island, with sea-view restaurants offering sophisticated dishes of local fish – yet for me, it?s the local bites that are the most interesting.

To get a favour of the island, try the fresh fish tacos at the...