Bermuda Dive April 2008

[THX1138]

Hello: Will be in Bermuda during April 2008 for 5 days. If anyone wishes to offer the following, it greatly appreciated:

1. Dive Ops: Will be in Hamilton for 3 days and St. George for 2 days.

2. Best wreck sites.

3. Best places to eat, all types (High to Low)



Thanks in advance: John

 

[miked]

Dive op: "Dive Bermuda"-located at the Hamilton Princess
(??not sure regarding St. George dive Op)
Be sure to contact them in advance-AFAIK,. April is not as much of "dive season' as on islands further south.-Also-a 5mmfull suit, or more, may be needed-depending on your individual tolerance for cold.

favorite wrecks: Constellation, Lartington (sp?), L'hermennie (sp?) among others

Dive Bermuda aslo has a shop in Southhampton-and they go to a variety of south side wrecks: Hermes, mari celeste, Minnie Bresslauer.

restaurants: Hog Penny Inn in Hamilton- an "Olde English" style inn-not fancy, just good!
Enjoy your trip

 

[laurelgsc]

I like Blue Water Divers better than Dive Bermuda. Blue water let you do your own thing and they were cheaper. Dive Bermuda made us follow the dive master. I would really rather do my own thing when I can, so I like Blue Water better. I second the cold water. There is no such thing as a cheap meal except Kentucky Fried Chicken. Just don't try to go while school is letting out. Apparently it is the cool spot on the island. Have a good time.

 

[fweber]

I don't believe Dive Bermuda is operating from the Hamilton Princess any longer. I might be wrong about this. That leaves Town/Hamilton realitively unserved. It sounds like you're visiting on a cruise ship. I'm sure they will have arranged with one of the op's to pick up. In St. Georges, you'll be diving with Triangle Diving.

Eats:

In Hamilton I like Harbourfront(sushi and full menu), Bolero(richer sauced dishes and sea food), Bistro-J(slightly more afordable because of a limited daily menu), Hog Penny(pub food and atmosphere), L'Oriental(sushi and asian),La Trattoria makes a better pizza than Portofino's of the middle of the road Italian Restaurants. Does that give you enough to choose from?

Hope you enjoy your visit

 

[THX1138]

Hello: Thanks for all the info. Will bring 5mm gold core, beanie, etc.

Also, will check on which dive ops operating.

Again, thanks to all for responses. John

 

[smokey braden]

thx1138,
if you have the time, go to a place called the swizzle inn.
it is a nice spot for lunch.
they also serve a drink called ''the swizzle in''.
one can purchase a shirt that says "swizzle in" on the front.
it says ''swagger out'' on the back.
regards,

 

[THX1138]

Thanks: I have gotten emails from friends that call it the "Swizzle Inn - Stagger Out"

It is on the list. Again, Thanks. John

 

[THX1138]

Hello: Had a good time in Bermuda. Favorite dives on South Shore:

Hermes: Now an artificial reef, the Hermes, once a US built freighter is one of the few wrecks that lies upright, intact and in 75ft of water.

Minnie Breslauer: Wrecked during its maiden voyage on New Years Day in 1873 this 300ft English freighter should be on your list

If in Hamilton, try The Spot Restaurant- Local with great specials, curry and jerk turkey or chicken, at a very reasonable price. John

PS The Swizzle Inn is a great place near St. George, and Carraige House Restaurant in St. George.