Bermuda is a self-governing overseas U.K. territory situated 570 miles east of Cape Hatteras, North Carolina. With a land area of less than 21 square miles and a population density of nearly 3,200 persons per square mile, it is one of the smallest and most densely populated countries in the world. It is a land of yachts, pink, blue, and yellow little cottages, beautiful white churches, world class resorts and soft white sand beaches. But contrary to popular misconception, it is not a tropical paradise full of glorious rainforests, exotic volcanoes, or towering mountains. Golf and tennis are the most popular pastimes, symbolizing the quiet way of life here. The speed limit is 20 mph, restaurants are very expensive, and casual attire in public is frowned upon. The Island hospitality with its very genteel British influence is very inviting.

I often think fondly of the first time I visited Bermuda. I arrived aboard a 72 foot Hinkley sailing yacht as one of an all female crew. It was inspiring to watch our lady captain navigate the boat into the harbor as male bystanders watched in disbelief when they say the blond lady sailers dock seamlessly. They were equally amused when we set sail again because we had washed our clothes in town and hung them on the lines to dry as we motored out of the harbor. What a site to behold!