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ADVENTURES ON LAND

ADVENTURES ON LAND

Eighteen Holes, Five Forts, One Destination

Breathing new life into a historic landmark, the bespoke Five Forts golf course at The St. Regis Bermuda Resort offers 18-holes and a premier golf experience, captivating ocean views and exceptional service. Challenge or immerse yourself at Five Forts Golf Club.

For reservations or more information, please visit fivefortsgolfclub.com or call 441.543.2222.

The St. Regis Bermuda Resort, 34 Coot Pond Road, St. Georges GE03

PORT ROYAL GOLF COURSE

5 Port Royal Rd., Southampton Tel: 234-0974 www.portroyalgolfcourse.com

Highlights: The longest and most picturesque course in all of Bermuda, designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr. and ranked amongst the world’s best public courses.

6,842 yards / Par 71 / 18 holes

TUCKER’S POINT GOLF COURSE

60 Tucker’s Point Dr., Hamilton Parish

Tel: 298-6970 www.tuckerspoint.com/club/golf

Highlights: Originally designed by Charles H. Banks in 1932, enhanced by Roger Rulewich in 2002.

6,203 yards / Par 70 / 18 holes

TURTLE HILL GOLF CLUB

101 South Shore Rd., Southampton

Tel: 239-6952 www.fairmont.com/ southampton-bermuda/ activities/golf

Highlights: Winner of Golf Digest’s “Best Places to Play Golf,” designed to take your short game to new heights.

2,873 yards / Par 54 / 18 holes

MINI GOLF COURSE

BERMUDA FUN GOLF

Royal Naval Dockyard, Sandys

Tel: 400-7888 www.fungolf.bm eastern section that features Harrington Sound and Tom Moore’s Jungle. Pedal and electric bikes can also be rented through Pedego or Oleander Cycles to go further afield and create your own tour. The island can also be discovered by horseback, including along the trails and beaches, which gives a unique perspective of the island.

Highlights: Features 18 challenging holes designed after famous golf courses in the U.S., Scotland, and Bermuda. “Glow in the dark” night golf is also offered.

Game On

If you’re looking to perfect your serve, Bermuda has several tennis courts, including the government-run W.E.R. Joell Tennis Stadium on the outskirts of the City of Hamilton. There are eight courts, including five hard courts, three clay courts, and one practice wall. Pickleball courts are available at several locations, including Pompano Beach Club, which recently converted three courts to pickleball and offers non-guest access for $25/hour.

Bermuda has a vibrant sporting community, with most weekends filled with regular football, rugby, and cricket games across the island. One of Bermuda’s cultural highlights is the annual Cup Match in mid-summer and celebrates emancipation on the island. The two-day cricket game sees rival teams, St. George’s Cricket Club and Somerset Cricket Club, battle it out. Every year the game switches between Wellington Oval in St. George’s and Somerset Cricket Club, and the grounds are filled with spectators and festivities celebrating the long holiday weekend. The Cup Match will take place August 3–4, 2023, at St. George’s Cricket Club.

2023/24 Bermuda

BY TERRY WARD

CONGRATULATIONS, DAME FLORA DUFFY

The record-breaking athlete lands another title.

Continuing to make waves on the world stage, Bermuda’s Dame Flora Duffy recently achieved a feat no female triathlete has accomplished after landing her record-breaking fourth WTS World Triathlon title during a thrilling competition in Abu Dhabi in November 2022.

“You are without question the greatest female triathlete the world has ever seen, and you are an inspiration to us all here in Bermuda,” said Premier David Burt about the 35-year-old Duffy, who was born and raised in Bermuda. Duffy made the island proud when she landed Bermuda’s firstever gold Olympic medal during the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo after winning the women’s triathlon.

Duffy’s many other accomplishments include being a two-time ITU World Triathlon Series Champion, a two-time ITU Cross Triathlon World Champion, a six-time winner of the XTERRA World Championships, and a Commonwealth gold medallist.

“Your dedication, fearlessness, and strength of character represent the true champion that you are,” said the Premier on behalf of the proud Bermudians.

Bermuda Fun Golf

World’s No. 1 Miniature Golf Course

Royal Naval Dockyard, Sandys Tel: 400-7888 www.fungolf.bm

Situated on an acre of oceanfront property, Bermuda Fun Golf features 18 challenging holes whose design was inspired by famous holes in golf courses in the U.S., Scotland, and Bermuda. With incredible ocean views and the Caddy Shack Bar & Grill, this mini golf course is a casual gathering place for golfers, non-golfers, or those that simply appreciate great food. Enjoy the island’s best views of Bermuda’s spectacular sunsets from their elevated terrace. After dark, play a round of “glow in the dark” night golf. Putt a round of miniature golf with them today or stop by the best 19th Hole in Bermuda for a bite to eat and a locally brewed craft beer. This is the perfect outing for golf enthusiasts and families. Open seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. from April to October. From November to March, it’s only open on weekends. Bermuda Fun Golf is located next to Snorkel Park Beach through the common archway.

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