2. John Smiths Bay beach is located on south shore in Bermuda's Smith's Parish, between Pink beaches and Watch Hill Park, and close to Devil's Hole Aquarium. This is a wide stretch of pale pink sand with crystal clear water. The beach is very popular with both tourists and locals. John Smiths Bay beach is named after Captain John Smith, an explorer who first produced a map of Bermuda. in 1631. This is one of our very favorite snorkeling beaches and is great for families and children. You can see lots of marine life in nearby reefs. The closest reef is only about 200 yards from shore. This is often a site chosen by the locals for night diving.

3. Crystal Cave was found in 1884 by the Wilkinson's, owners of the property where the caves are located. The magnificent crystal stalactites and stalagmites surrounding a clear blue azure lake were formed over 30 million years ago. Proper illumination has been installed and even the formations on the bottom of the lake are clearly visible. Fantasy Cave has been linked to Crystal Caves so both can be seen in one tour. Rare chandelier soda straw formations hang from the ceiling. Underground water passageways connect the cave "lakes" with the ocean. These caves are truly spectacular and not to be missed. Open from 9am-5pm daily, with the last tour at 4.30pm.

4. Explore two floors of exciting Interactive exhibits! BUEI is designed to delight and inform visitors of all ages about the importance of preserving the world's oceans. The remarkable Jack Light bourn Shell Collection is one of the finest exhibits in existence today. The Teddy Tucker Shipwreck Gallery and The Treasure Room transports you to the mysterious undersea world of shipwrecks, artifacts and valuable relics of historical importance. Explore the mysteries surrounding the legendary Bermuda Triangle. Experience a virtual shark attack! 'Dive' to the depths of the ocean in our virtual submersible without even getting wet. A once in a lifetime journey of adventure and discovery awaits you at BUEI.

5. When vacationing in Bermuda, it's always a good idea to keep an eye out for some Bermuda events or festivals. There are a number of different kinds of Bermuda events and festivals to choose from, and including one of them in your Bermuda vacation plans can make for some great travel memories. Whatever your interests are, there is probably a Bermuda festival to fit your preferences. Even if you're just moderately interested in an event, you will have a very good time.

6.  There are lots of Bermuda made articles like cedar items, blown glass, handcrafts, pottery, fashions and paintings by local artists. Sports clothes and sun straws are also good buys. There are excellent books on Bermuda with wide range of titles including travel, history, art & architecture, diving and lot more.

7. Part of the Fairmont Southampton Princess, this nautically decorated restaurant attracts an upscale crowd, especially yachters. The glistening teak decor makes it the most expensively furnished restaurant in Bermuda, and the French cuisine is worthy of the decor. The rack of lamb with mixed-nut crust is the stuff of which memories are made.

8. Dramatically situated overlooking Bermuda's southwest coast, the seventy-five room, family owned and operated Pompano Beach Club is a tropical paradise — the ideal venue for a romantic getaway, family vacation or some fun in the sun! The resort offers the intimacy of a boutique hotel and the amenities of a world- class beach resort. Pompano's spectacular, shallow sandbar is the only one of its kind in Bermuda, attracting beachgoers, snorkelers, water sports enthusiasts and swimmers of all ages and abilities.