Bermuda Travel Planning & Travel Tips

Embassy Contact Information:

U.S. citizens may register with the Consular Section of the U.S. Consulate General located at Crown Hill, 16 Middle Road, Devonshire DV03, telephone 1-441-295-1342, where they may also obtain updated information on travel and security in Bermuda. Office hours for American Citizens Services are 8:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m., Monday through Thursday, except Bermudian and U.S. holidays. American citizens in need of after-hours emergency assistance may call the duty officer at telephone 1-441-235-3828.

Climate:

Winters and summers are more clearly defined in Bermuda than in the Caribbean. The highs in summer (May-November) usually hover around the 70s-80s F/23-27 C, with 70%-84% humidity. It's hottest July-September January and February too chilly for the beach, but golf and tennis can still be good. December-March are in the 60s and low 70s F/15-22 C, often accompanied by rain and wind. Take along a sweater for evenings year-round. Expect the weather to flip-flop a lot from mid November to December and from late March through April. Hurricanes-they're rare-are most likely to occur around September.

Calling Internationally:

Worldwide direct-dial phone, fax, and cable service is available at the; Cable & Wireless Office, 12 Burnaby St., Hamilton, opposite City Hall (tel. 441/297-7022). Hours are Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm. Prepaid phone cards may be purchased and used island-wide, and calling cards may be used from selected call boxes.

Electricity:

Electricity in Bermuda is 110 volts AC (60 cycles). American appliances are compatible without converters or adapters. Visitors from the United Kingdom or other parts of Europe need to bring a converter.

Travel Insurance for Bermuda Trips:

You should consider the benefits of travel insurance as part of your Bermuda travel planning. Most travelers look for travel tips that discuss the importance of travel insurance and travel insurance through Travel Guard can provide important coverage for your trip.

Whether you're taking a family vacation or business trip, Travel Guard has a plan for your Bermuda trip. These plans may include valuable medical expense coverage, trip interruption, medical emergency assistance and treatment services and more. And with Travel Guard's 24-hour assistance line, your coverage can act as a travel guide should your plans change.*

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