Privacy chairs INCENTIVE TRAVEL REPORT PLANNER TAKEAWAYS Bermuda is a narrow, 40-km archipelago in the North Atlantic, not the Caribbean, where English is the official language. BermudAir flies direct from Toronto, Montreal and Halifax in under 2.5 hours. “The island felt safe, was pristine and has outstanding beauty in a compact space,” says Amina Hassan, owner of A-Ha Event Services, Mississauga, ON. “The type of groups I see coming here are those with larger budgets to experience Bermuda at its best.” THE ROYAL TREATMENT During a Rosewood Bermuda site tour, FAM attendees were delighted to learn HRH The Duchess of Gloucester was in residence for the 60th Anniversary of the Royal Bermuda Regiment. The following day, a visit to The Loren coincided with the Duchess having lunch onsite with the Governor of Bermuda, illustrating the island’s ability to host VIPs elegantly and discreetly. ONE-OF-A-KIND VENUES The Unfinished Church, a gothic 19th- century ruin in St. George’s, provides a dramatic backdrop for galas and receptions. Dockyard, a former Royal Naval base, combines Maritime heritage with modern attractions. The National Museum of Bermuda immerses visitors in the island’s sometimes turbulent history, while Commissioner’s House offers special event space boasting panoramic views. CAVES + GROTTOS The Crystal Cave experience reveals azure underground pools and million-year-old limestone formations. Guests walk on floating pontoons above crystal-clear waters where formations appear to be mere inches below the surface but are more than 50 feet deep. Overhead, pristine stalactites create an ethereal canopy. EXTRAORDINARY ART The Hamilton Princess & Beach Club, a Fairmont- managed hotel, features one of Bermuda’s most dynamic contemporary art collections, including works by Picasso, Matisse, Warhol, Keith Haring, Banksy and KAWS. Private docent-led tours provide insider perspectives. CASUAL EATS Sip classic rum cocktails like the Dark ‘N Stormy or Rum Swizzle, enjoy a local fish sandwich (served on raisin bread) at Mama Mia, or visit the Pickled Onion and Wahoo’s Bistro & Patio. 16O9 Bar & Restaurant highlights fresh seafood and a spirited cocktail menu, while Port O Call offers contemporary dishes and a private dining room for up to 16 guests. IDEAS PLANNERS CAN STEAL Cambridge Beaches Resort & Spa inspires with deeply personal touches. Its Wall of Honour celebrates loyal guests, including a couple that has visited 167 times. The resort’s World’s Culinary Masters Series showcases immersive menus inspired by iconic global restaurants, such as Tokyo’s Sézanne. Executive Chef James Wambui interprets dishes through a Bermudian lens— perfect for planners seeking culturally rich dining experiences. From pastel-hued buildings, roaming chickens, chirping tree frogs and playful nods to Bermuda Triangle lore, visitors are charmed the minute they step foot on the island. The Loren at Pink Beach Hamilton Princess & Beach Club Crystal Cave Dark 'N Stormy cocktail Unfinished Church Cambridge Beaches Resort Winter 2025 | Ignitemag.ca | 67
