INSIDER’S GUIDE

Tabs Bermuda

Walker Arcade

12 Reid St., Hamilton Tel: 704-TABS (8227) www.tabsbermuda.com

Known for its Bermuda shorts, TABS Bermuda has been described as “the island’s hottest, must-have item” by Frommer’s. Specialising in island apparel and unique gifts, TABS Bermuda creates bespoke goods inspired by Bermuda and showcases and collaborates with numerous local artists and top international brands. Their collection extends to awardwinning swim shorts; apparel for men, women, and kids; Bermuda-ful gifts, and accents for the home. TABS Bermuda has been featured in numerous international media, including GQ, Travel + Leisure, The Today Show, and Boston Chronicle and is a 10-time “Best of Bermuda” award winner.

The Things We Love

Somers’ Wharf

16 Water St., St. George’s Tel: 533-2359 www.thethingswelovebda.myshopify.com

A specialty boutique with a range of eclectic clothing. Their customers are free spirited and never afraid to think outside the box. This beautiful store, located right on the water’s edge on Somers’ Wharf, has an extensive variety of curated items from around the world. Their mission is to help their customers discover unique products that make them feel great and look even better. Each time you visit their store, it is an experience, an escape, a place to relax, and a place to enjoy.

Walker Christopher Goldsmiths

29 Front St. / 1 Queen St., Hamilton Tel: 295-1466

E-mail: walkerchris@links.bm www.walkerchristopher.com

Bermuda’s best fine jeweller for nearly 40 years and recommended by Condé Nast as a top shopping experience, this workshop specialises in crafting one-of-a-kind pieces and showcases an excellent collection of authentic coin jewellery. Walker Christopher is the original purveyor of gold doubloons and silver pieces of eight salvaged from sunken galleons as well as Greek and Roman coins dating to 400 BC. Coins are creatively set as pendants, earrings, and cuff links. Museum-quality Egyptian artefacts have been transformed into wearable art. The workshop produces its own line of Bermuda-inspired jewellery and sterling silver ornaments. Visit their new showroom located above Waterfront Man on Front Street. You can enjoy harbour views whilst travelling back in time through history. The entrance is at 1 Queen Street through the wrought iron gate next to the Bermuda Book Store. At the top of the stairs, pass through the glass double doors, where you will find Walker Christopher on your left.

WASHINGTON MALL

Church and Reid Streets, Hamilton Tel: 295-4186 www.washingtonmall.bm

Facebook: @washingtonmallbda

For the ultimate shopping experience, head to Washington Mall, Bermuda’s largest shopping centre located directly in the heart of Hamilton. They host over 50 retailers, offering a wide variety of shops and kiosks selling everything from leather goods, furniture, clothing, and sportswear to beautiful jewellery and so much more. Whilst shopping in the mall, enjoy the free Wi-Fi offered to visitors. Hungry? Washington Mall has a wide variety of dining options, ranging from restaurants to cafés, which will suit all tastes and budgets. Washington Mall has an extensive events calendar throughout the year, so be sure to check their website or Facebook page to see “What’s On.”

WASHINGTON MALL RESTAURANTS

Church and Reid Streets, Hamilton Tel: 295-4186 www.washingtonmall.bm

Facebook: @washingtonmallbda

Hungry? Washington Mall, in the heart of Hamilton, has a wide variety of dining options to suit all tastes and budgets. For a full dining experience, head to La Trattoria, one of the longest-standing Italian restaurants in Bermuda; or Beluga Bar, the upscale seafood and sushi restaurant with an innovative Asianinspired menu. Alternatively, The Cottage Bistro or Chatterbox make the perfect meeting spots for breakfast or lunch. In addition, Delicious has a variety of options to suit the whole family. If it’s a sweet treat you’re after or a refreshing drink, Glaze Bakery, Crow Lane Express, or Bermuda Bubble Tea are sure to satisfy.