Bermuda
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The background and history of Bermuda is best observed on [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bermuda Wikipedia] | The background and history of Bermuda is best observed on [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bermuda Wikipedia] | ||
| - | Bermuda is a favorite, if challenging destination for off-shore yachts. Crossing from the US mainland or the [[Azores]] can take up to 3 weeks in the notorious calm of summer. The rest of the year there might be too much wind: nor'easters to hurricanes. Another hazard: lots of floating debris from sunken ships and the hurricanes of the the last few years. Within a 200 nm radius from Bermuda collisions with solid objects are frequent and often deadly. | + | Bermuda is a favorite, if challenging destination for off-shore yachts - a number of races start/finish here. However, Bermuda is not that popular with cruisers but makes a good rest-stop for cruisers on passage from the Azores or those heading N.E across the Atlantic to Europe, etc. Crossing from the US mainland or the [[Azores]] can take up to 3 weeks in the notorious calm of summer. The rest of the year there might be too much wind: nor'easters to hurricanes. Another hazard: lots of floating debris from sunken ships and the hurricanes of the the last few years. Within a 200 nm radius from Bermuda collisions with solid objects are frequent and often deadly. |
===Climate & Weather=== | ===Climate & Weather=== | ||
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Submit any health warnings/information and any security details here. | Submit any health warnings/information and any security details here. | ||
| - | ===Islands in the Group=== | + | ===Islands in the Group & Ports=== |
| - | + | * [[Main_Island|Main Island]] | |
| - | * | + | ** [[Hamilton_Bermuda|Hamilton]] |
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| - | * | + | * [[St.Georges_Island|St. Georges Island]] (Port of entry) |
| - | + | ** [[St.Georges_HarbourSt. George's Harbour]] (Port of entry) | |
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| - | + | * [[Ireland_Island|Ireland Island (Sandy's Parish)]] | |
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===Cruiser's Friends=== | ===Cruiser's Friends=== | ||
Revision as of 19:06, 16 February 2008
BERMUDA
| Bermuda | |
 Bermuda | |
 Flag | |
| Capital: | Hamilton |
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| Language: | English |
| Currency: | Bermudian Dollar |
| More notes about the country | |
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Background
The background and history of Bermuda is best observed on Wikipedia
Bermuda is a favorite, if challenging destination for off-shore yachts - a number of races start/finish here. However, Bermuda is not that popular with cruisers but makes a good rest-stop for cruisers on passage from the Azores or those heading N.E across the Atlantic to Europe, etc. Crossing from the US mainland or the Azores can take up to 3 weeks in the notorious calm of summer. The rest of the year there might be too much wind: nor'easters to hurricanes. Another hazard: lots of floating debris from sunken ships and the hurricanes of the the last few years. Within a 200 nm radius from Bermuda collisions with solid objects are frequent and often deadly.
Climate & Weather
The best time to visit Bermuda is from Spring through to Autumn. Although the island is an associate member of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), it is not actually in the Caribbean Sea and has a different climate. It is much farther north, but the warm waters of the Gulf Stream help give it a quasi-tropical atmosphere.
The islands have ample rainfall, but no rivers or freshwater lakes. As a result drinking water is collected on the roofs of all buildings (by law) and in special catchment areas, and stored in tanks under the ground for each home or property. Bermuda has a mild, humid subtropical maritime climate though gales and strong winds are common in winter. The hurricane season is from June to November.
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Charts
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Any navigation notes here.
Local Radio Nets
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Arrival/Departure procedures
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Immigration, Visas & Customs
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Immigration:
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Customs
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Health & Security
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Islands in the Group & Ports
- Main Island
- St. Georges Island (Port of entry)
- St.Georges_HarbourSt. George's Harbour (Port of entry)
- Ireland Island (Sandy's Parish)
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Cruiser's Friends
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References & Publications
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Links to CruiserLog Forum discussions
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External Links
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Personal Notes
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