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Bermuda
Bermuda Unveiled: Historic Forts, Secret Gardens & More!
Program No. 2277760MEADV-1116-60
See another side of Bermuda — one filled with fascinating history and natural gems — as you explore its fortifications, gardens, museums and nature reserves.
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8 days
7 nights
16 meals
7B 5L 4D
3
Hamilton, Verdmont Museum
Hamilton
8
Program Concludes
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At a Glance
There’s far more to Bermuda than pink sand beaches and crystal-clear waters — this British territory is also home to a wealth of history and natural beauty, just waiting to be discovered. Immerse yourself in Bermuda’s rich colonial legacy as you learn the stories of Britain’s earliest settlements in the Western Hemisphere, and hear tales of shipwrecks, pirates and maritime history. Discover its pristine nature preserves and marine sanctuaries, and delight in special explorations of private gardens. Plus visit two nature preserves to learn about limestone, natural caves and Bermuda cedar and climb a lighthouse for a stunning ocean view!
Activity Level
Keep the Pace
Walking up to two miles a day over pavement, dirt paths, grass, gravel. Some stairs, getting on and off a small motorcoach and boat, walking and standing up to 1.5 hours in museums.
Small Group
Love to learn and explore in a small-group setting? These adventures offer small, personal experiences with groups of 13 to 24 participants.
Best of all, you’ll…
- Walk with an expert through the city of St. George’s, one of the oldest English settlements in the “New World” and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Enjoy special access to two private gardens owned by local residents, and learn about island flowers.
- Board a small boat at the Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences to see plankton collected, and return to the lab to learn about these microscopic creatures.
Featured Expert
All trip experts
Tim Rogers
Tim Rogers, after a decade of teaching, began his own business providing talks and walks on a range of Bermuda-related themes. Tim’s interests are many and varied, not limited to architectural and natural history, Bermudian culture and contemporary issues related to population increase and climate change. Tim lists amongst his hobbies rose cultivation, silver collecting, hill walking, travel, yoga, meditation, and snorkeling. Tim has worked in Bermuda with Road Scholar for nearly 25 years.
Please note: This expert may not be available for every date of this program.
Tim Rogers
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Tim Rogers, after a decade of teaching, began his own business providing talks and walks on a range of Bermuda-related themes. Tim’s interests are many and varied, not limited to architectural and natural history, Bermudian culture and contemporary issues related to population increase and climate change. Tim lists amongst his hobbies rose cultivation, silver collecting, hill walking, travel, yoga, meditation, and snorkeling. Tim has worked in Bermuda with Road Scholar for nearly 25 years.
Suggested Reading List
(5 books)
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Program Number: 22777
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Isle of Devils: Bermuda Under the Somers Island Company, 1609-1685
Program
At a Glance
Duration
8 days
Program Begins
Hamilton
Program Concludes
Hamilton
Group Type
Small Group
Meals
16
| 7B |
5L |
4D |
Activity Level
There’s far more to Bermuda than pink sand beaches and crystal-clear waters — this British territory is also home to a wealth of history and natural beauty, just waiting to be discovered. Immerse yourself in Bermuda’s rich colonial legacy as you learn the stories of Britain’s earliest settlements in the Western Hemisphere, and hear tales of shipwrecks, pirates and maritime history. Discover its pristine nature preserves and marine sanctuaries, and delight in special explorations of private gardens. Plus visit two nature preserves to learn about limestone, natural caves and Bermuda cedar and climb a lighthouse for a stunning ocean view!)
Best of all, you'll...
- Walk with an expert through the city of St. George’s, one of the oldest English settlements in the “New World” and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Enjoy special access to two private gardens owned by local residents, and learn about island flowers.
- Board a small boat at the Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences to see plankton collected, and return to the lab to learn about these microscopic creatures.
Featured Expert
Tim Rogers
Tim Rogers, after a decade of teaching, began his own business providing talks and walks on a range of Bermuda-related themes. Tim’s interests are many and varied, not limited to architectural and natural history, Bermudian culture and contemporary issues related to population increase and climate change. Tim lists amongst his hobbies rose cultivation, silver collecting, hill walking, travel, yoga, meditation, and snorkeling. Tim has worked in Bermuda with Road Scholar for nearly 25 years.
Please Note:
This expert may not be available for every date of the program
Activity Level
Keep the Pace
Walking up to two miles a day over pavement, dirt paths, grass, gravel. Some stairs, getting on and off a small motorcoach and boat, walking and standing up to 1.5 hours in museums.
Small Group
(13 to 24)
Love to learn and explore in a small-group setting? These adventures offer small, personal experiences with groups of 13 to 24 participants.
Suggested Reading List
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(5 Books)
You can also find many of the books we recommend at the Road Scholar store on bookshop.org, a website that supports local bookstores.
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Duration
8 days
7 nights
What's Included
16 meals | 7B | 5L | 4D |
5 expert-led lectures
11 expert-led field trips
1 performance
An experienced Group Leader
7 nights of accommodations
Taxes and customary gratuity
Road Scholar Assurance Plan
Day
1
In Transit, Arrive Bermuda, Orientation, Welcome Dinner
Location:
Hamilton
Meals:
D
Stay:
Grotto Bay Beach Resort
Activity Note
Hotel check-in from 3:00 p.m. The hotel’s bellman will provide a shuttle by minibus and golf cart to and from the front entrance of the resort to take you to the grill if you cannot manage the steps.
Afternoon:
We will assemble in the hotel lobby at 4:45 p.m. when our Group Leader will accompany us to the meeting room. Orientation: 5:00 p.m. The Group Leader will greet everyone and lead introductions. We will review the up-to-date program schedule, discuss roles and responsibilities, logistics, safety guidelines, emergency procedures, and answer questions. We’ll learn information during presentations and on field trips from local experts as well as our knowledgeable Group Leader. Periods in the schedule designated as “Free time” and “At leisure” offer opportunities to do what you like and make your experience even more meaningful and memorable according to your personal preferences. The Group Leader will be happy to offer suggestions. Program activities, schedules, personnel, and indicated distances or times may change due to local circumstances/conditions. In the event of changes, we will alert you as quickly as possible. Thank you for your understanding.
Dinner:
In the hotel restaurant, we’ll have a plated meal with a welcome glass of wine, water, and a choice of coffee or tea at the end of the meal; other beverages are available for purchase.
Evening:
At leisure. Continue getting to know your fellow Road Scholars, settle in, and get a good night’s rest for the day ahead.
Day
2
Morning lecture, Carter House, and St. George's Island
Location:
Hamilton
Meals:
B,L,D
Stay:
Grotto Bay Beach Resort
Activity Note
Getting on/off a motorcoach; driving about 10 miles, approximately 1/2 hour. Walking up to 1.5 miles, approximately 1.5 hours, and standing; mostly flat terrain, some steps. Fort St. Catherine and St. Peter’s Church both have several stairs to get inside. Walsingham Nature Preserve is unpaved and has an uneven dirt/ gravel trail.
Breakfast:
The resort's breakfast buffet offers choices such as eggs, an omelet station, cereals, fresh fruit, yogurt, breads, and beverages.
Morning:
At the hotel, we’ll have a presentation by our Group Leader on Bermuda’s oldest inhabitants, from indigenous peoples to native animals. Next, we’ll board a motor coach and head to St. David's Island. Here, we will visit Carter House and Settler's Cottage. Carter House is believed to be one of the oldest farm houses in the country. Constructed in 1640, the house holds exhibits and artifacts of 17th century island life. The Settler's "Cabben" is a recreation of what an original cottage looked like when the island was first getting settled. While here, we will get to see a demonstration provided by a mason. Following this field trip, we will visit Walsingham Nature Reserve — known locally as Tom Moore’s Jungle — with commentary by our Group Leader. This is one of the oldest geological areas on the island, with a bedrock of limestone more than a million years old. We’ll learn about Bermuda’s natural history before the island was colonized, as well as its indigenous plants, ecology, and geography as we walk back to the hotel.
Lunch:
Hotel buffet.
Afternoon:
We’ll board a private motorcoach and travel back to St. George’s Island. There, we’ll set out on a walking field trip through the historic town of St. George, Bermuda’s original capital, and a UNESCO-designated World Heritage Site. From the UNESCO inscription: “The Town of St George, founded in 1612, is an outstanding example of the earliest English urban settlement in the New World. Its associated fortifications graphically illustrate the development of English military engineering from the 17th to the 20th century, being adapted to take account of the development of artillery over this period.” Among its highlights are Saint Peter’s Church, established in 1612, the oldest Anglican church outside the British Isles and oldest Protestant church in continuous use in the New World, given a royal designation by Queen Elizabeth II. We’ll also see the pleasant green space of Somers Garden as well as the Tucker House Museum. Built in the mid-18th century, the Tucker House is a typical example of early Bermudian house construction. It was the home of merchant Henry Tucker and is furnished as it was in his time with many family artifacts including furniture, portraits, and silver. After some time for independent exploration, we’ll return to the hotel via motorcoach.
Dinner:
Hotel buffet.
Evening:
At leisure.
Day
3
Hamilton, Verdmont Museum
Location:
Hamilton
Meals:
B,L
Stay:
Grotto Bay Beach Resort
Activity Note
Getting on/off a motorcoach; riding about 8 miles (13 km), approximately 1/2 hour. Walking up to 3 miles, approximately 1.5 to 2 hours; standing indoors and out; some moderate grade hills. Hamilton has a slight elevation gain with hills. Verdmont has two flights of stairs, the facility does not allow wheelchairs inside.
Breakfast:
Hotel buffet.
Morning:
We’ll board a private motorcoach and travel into Hamilton, the capital of Bermuda, for a walking field trip with our Group Leader. We’ll learn more about Bermuda’s history as we walk down Front Street, the hustling and bustling commercial street, and visit some of the capital’s most iconic buildings, including government institutions and the Anglican Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity. The impressive structure, begun in 1886 and completed in 1905, was designed by a prominent Scottish architect in his Victorian rendering of neo-Gothic. We’ll also have a private visit to the Bermuda Historical Society Museum, founded in 1895. Its exhibits and artifacts provide an understanding and appreciation of this island in earlier eras. The collection includes 18th century furniture, silver fashioned by local smiths, portraits, and many pieces brought by traveling sea captains. The building from the early 1800s was the home of the William Perot family. The adjoining park was once their private garden.
Lunch:
At a local restaurant.
Afternoon:
Following lunch, we’ll board a private motorcoach for a field trip to Verdmont, a historic home (circa 1712) that is one of the Bermuda National Trust’s foremost properties. During an expert-led exploration, we’ll learn how this classic example of colonial Georgian architecture remained in the same family, virtually unchanged, until coming to the Trust. It features an extensive collection of antiques including Bermuda-made cedar furniture, portraits, English and Chinese porcelain, a child’s nursery, and the finest cedar staircase on the island. The gardens, also dating from the 18th century, contain an assortment of old roses, fruit trees and palmettos with a sweeping view of the South Shore. We will then return to the hotel by private motorcoach. There will be a short tour of a local church on the way back.
Dinner:
This meal has been excluded from the program cost and is on your own to enjoy what you like. The Group Leader will be happy to offer suggestions.
Evening:
At leisure.
Day
4
Bermudian Architecture, Garden tour, Free Time, BIOS & Boat
Location:
Hamilton
Meals:
B,D
Stay:
Grotto Bay Beach Resort
Activity Note
Getting on/off a motorcoach; driving about 15 miles, approximately 3/4 hour. Getting on/off an excursion boat. Walking a mile or less, approximately 1.5 hours, and standing; uneven surfaces. Some of the gardens may have several steps or grassy ramps that one needs to navigate to get up to the veranda. BIOS: Need to be able to get on and off boats for the plankton trawl, there will be a gap to step onto the boat from the dock.
Breakfast:
Hotel buffet.
Morning:
We’ll be joined by a local mason who will participate with our Group Leader in a presentation on Bermudian architecture. While out on field trips, feel free to look for examples of the styles discussed in the lecture. Next, we'll set out via motorcoach to visit a private garden at a Bermudian home, something tourists would never get to do on their own!
Lunch:
On your own to enjoy what you like. The Group Leader will be happy to offer suggestions.
Afternoon:
Free Time. Take this opportunity for personal independent exploration to see and do what interests you most. Please refer to the list of Free Time Opportunities. The Group Leader will be happy to offer suggestions.
Dinner:
Hotel plated meal.
Evening:
We will gather for an introduction to BIOS — the Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences — by a member of the staff. Founded in 1903 as the Bermuda Biological Station for Research, it is today a world-class ocean science research and education facility. We will board a BIOS bus, take a short ride to their boat, and go out on the water with BIOS field experts. We’ll collect plankton from the ocean via towing special nets that collect the samples. They will later be analyzed at BIOS to learn more about the microscopic life and ecosystem of these waters. We’ll then go into the BIOS lab to look at plankton under the microscope. We’ll return to the hotel via private motorcoach.
Day
5
West End, Private Garden, Dockyard, National Museum
Location:
Hamilton
Meals:
B,L
Stay:
Grotto Bay Beach Resort
Activity Note
Getting on/off a motorcoach; driving about 25 miles, approximately 1.5 hours. Getting on/off a ferry. Walking up to 1.5 miles, approximately 2.5 hours, and standing; mostly flat, one hill.
Breakfast:
Hotel buffet.
Morning:
We will make our way to West End via motorcoach. Along the way, we will visit Warwick Long Bay and have a brief discussion about the sand, geology, and local flora. Next, we will head to another local garden to have a private tour. Here, we will see a delightful series of walled gardens and a quarry garden developed over 25 years.
Lunch:
At a popular pub in a historic building.
Afternoon:
With our Group Leader, we’ll explore the Royal Naval Dockyard, built in the 1800s as Britain’s most important naval base in the New World and active through World War II. We’ll continue our exploration as we visit some of the artists and artisans of paintings and ceramics who have studios in the Dockyard. We’ll also visit the Bermuda National Museum. It serves as a custodian of Bermuda’s underwater and land-based cultural heritage through collecting exhibitions, restoration, conservation, research, publication, education, public outreach, and archaeology. After an introduction by our Group Leader, we will have some time for independent exploration of the museum. Next, we’ll board the local ferry for a half-hour trip back to Hamilton, then return to the hotel by private motorcoach.
Dinner:
On your own to enjoy what you like. The Group Leader will be happy to offer suggestions.
Evening:
At leisure.
Day
6
Politics lecture, Botanical Gardens, Cooper's Island
Location:
Hamilton
Meals:
B,L
Stay:
Grotto Bay Beach Resort
Activity Note
Getting on/off a motorcoach; driving about 15 miles, 3/4 hour. Walking up to 2.5 miles in the morning, approximately 3 hours; variable terrain. The Bermuda Botanical Gardens are flat, but has unpaved, grass trails. Coopers Island has lots of elevation gain. There is a linear walking trail that is 1.5 miles round trip.
Breakfast:
Hotel buffet.
Morning:
At the hotel, we’ll have an interactive discussion with a local member of the national government. Bermuda is a British Overseas Territory under the sovereignty of the United Kingdom. King Charles III is the head of state, represented locally by a crown-appointed governor. In all internal matters, Bermuda is self-governing. We’ll discuss a broad range of issues including contemporary challenges. In spite of its small size, Bermuda faces the same kinds of economic and social issues as elsewhere. Late morning, board a private motorcoach, we’ll ride to the 35-acre Bermuda Botanical Gardens for an expert-led exploration. The largest and most extensive on the island, it features a park, woodland, greenhouses, and horticultural collections including orchids, subtropical fruit trees, hibiscus, and Banyan trees, as well as an aviary.
Lunch:
Hotel buffet.
Afternoon:
We’ll then take a motorcoach over to Cooper’s Island where we’ll learn about the flora and fauna and walk across beautiful beaches. The sub-tropical climate supports flowers, fruits, grasses, herbs, trees, and vegetables that grow year-round. We’ll also learn about non-native species brought to Bermuda by the winds and Gulf Stream from North America and the Caribbean. Since 1609, Cooper’s island has been used for agriculture, a military outpost, and a NASA tracking station until 2008, when 77 acres were protected as a nature reserve. Since then, it has been undergoing active restoration or “un-development” with the demolition of obsolete buildings, culling of invasive plants, and replanting of native and endemic plants. Eventually, Cooper’s Island Nature Reserve will look much as it did before the first settlers arrived. One element that has been retained is the former base of a radar tower now used for wildlife observation.
Dinner:
On your own to enjoy what you like.
Evening:
At leisure.
Day
7
Lecture, Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute, Free Time
Location:
Hamilton
Meals:
B,L,D
Stay:
Grotto Bay Beach Resort
Activity Note
Getting on/off a motorcoach; driving about 10 miles, approximately 1/2 hour.
Breakfast:
Hotel buffet.
Morning:
We’ll gather with our Group Leader for a presentation on the people and flora of Bermuda and how they came to the island. Following our morning lecture, we will take a private motorcoach to the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute. (BUEI). A member of the BUEI staff will give us an introduction to the institute. We’ll learn about the organization’s mission of advancing the understanding, appreciation, and knowledge of the ocean and encouraging the protection and preservation of the marine environment.
Lunch:
At the BUEI restaurant, we’ll have a plated meal with beverage choices of lemonade, iced tea, water included; other beverages available for purchase.
Afternoon:
Following lunch, we will return back to Grotto Bay Resort. The rest of the afternoon has been left free for you to see and do what interests you most.
Dinner:
Regrouping at the hotel, we’ll enjoy a farewell dinner with a glass of wine included and share favorite experiences with new Road Scholar friends.
Evening:
At leisure. Prepare for check-out and departure in the morning.
Day
8
Program Concludes
Location:
In Flight
Meals:
B
Activity Note
Hotel check out 11:00 a.m. See your program’s Transportation Information regarding transfers.
Breakfast:
Hotel buffet. This concludes our program.
Morning:
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7 Breakfasts
5 Lunches
4 Dinners
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An excellent leader and program.
— Review left October 24, 2024
A five star trip. Our leader Tim Rogers has perfected this trip over the years and seems to know everybody and everything about Bermuda. We saw and learned a lot and had a good time doing so.
— Review left October 11, 2024
This was a wonderful experience. Our guide was phenomenal!! You feel less like a tourist and more as a student in Bermuda. No stress and plenty of great memories.
— Review left October 11, 2024
This was a wonderful trip to a beautiful island led by an amazing (and inspiring) guide (Tim).
Everything about this trip exceeded my expectations and there is so much to learn about Bermuda.
Thoroughly enjoyed the wide variety of activities and learning experiences. Highly recommend this trip!
— Review left May 1, 2024
Road Scholar participants would be very lucky to have resourceful Leader Tim Rogers available for a wonderful experience in Bermuda.
— Review left April 29, 2024
My wife and I spent a glorious week in Bermuda in April 2024 guided by the most helpful and knowledgeable guide we encountered on our Road Scholars trips; Dr Tim Rogers.
The venue of our trip was outstanding, the pace and knowledge we learned on our daily outings were amazing. We learned lots about the history, geography and the native plants and animals and their origins in the week we spent there. The meals were very delicious and plentiful especially for an eater like me.
This is my 9th trip with Road Scholars and I rate it the best in learning and enjoyment. But why not! Bermuda is a magical island and the weather was just gorgeous during our stay. The group was very cohesive and friendly and we learned a lot under the guidance of our leader Tim Rogers who was was just great.
— Review left April 25, 2024
Tim provided a well balanced program. He calmly handled individual needs without impacting the group as a whole. The activities provided a well balanced introduction to Bermuda’s history, culture and environment.
Thank you, Pat
— Review left April 25, 2024
Beautiful island, friendly people, fascinating history and Tim Rogers is an amazing group leader. The only negative was some renovation activity at Grotto Bay that created some noise and limited views from the dining room but the renovations will benefit future participants when complete.
— Review left April 21, 2024
Tim Rogers, Group Leader, clearly put his heart and soul into every detail of this trip. Through Tim's skilled approach and lively lectures, we were provided an extremely detailed account of the history and culture of this very beautiful island. Our fellow travelers were just wonderful!
— Review left April 20, 2024
Trip would have been Great but I had bronchitis, caughing all night & sleep all day, the times I did go with my group, great learning abt history of Bermuda. Noticed most of roofs & even inside the establishments were black mold & peeling walls. Weather very damp, cold windy & rainey, not the best time to travel to Bermuda. CUSTOMES VERY FAST & EASY!
— Review left April 12, 2024
Our time in Bermuda with fellow Road Scholars was enjoyable every day. We especially enjoyed our conversations with the other participants.
— Review left April 7, 2024
We enjoyed this Bermuda program very much. Tim is a true Renaissance Man with so many interests and knowledge. We appreciated his friendly, personal relationships with the informative presenters.
The activity level was exactly as described.
— Review left March 23, 2024
I've enjoyed visiting other Atlantic islands in the early spring, so off to Bermuda I went! March is off-season due to temperature in the 60's, but no crowds from cruise ships! But be prepared for constant winds! Get a fold-out map from the visitor center so you won't get lost. On your free time, visit the caverns, and see the tidal pools at Spittal Pond where I saw chitons! And diet before the trip as some of the meals are quite plentiful! Plants and architecture were the main emphasis by leader Tim Rogers, who is very knowledgeable, approachable, warm, organized, and humorous.
— Review left March 20, 2024
Bermuda is a wonderful Road Scholar trip. The resident Group Leader has developed a great variety of activities and experiences: scientific, cultural, political, private gardens, natural areas and of course, beach walks.
— Review left March 15, 2024
Bermuda is a beautiful island and the Road Scholar program added so much to my knowledge and experience. I encourage anyone looking for an awesome 'island adventure' to experience this trip.
— Review left March 5, 2024
This was my first but won't be my last Road Scholar trip. Great content, activities, food; beautiful venue; and friendly, supportive particpants along with a stellar leader. I completely disconnected from my normal stressors and came back emotionally/spiritually/mentally refreshed.
— Review left March 2, 2024
Don’t miss this opportunity to visit Bermuda and become enchanted with it! Road Scholar has perfected a program to provide you with a comprehensive overview of what this beautiful island has to offer, from private garden visits to beautiful pink sand beaches to historical sites and museums. I definitely recommend it!
— Review left March 2, 2024
This was our 3rd Road Scholar trip. All of them have been amazing experiences. This one no exception. Our guide Tim Rogers was extremely knowledgeable and entertaining and very easy to talk with. I feel he went over and above my expectations. I hope to do another one sometime.
— Review left March 1, 2024
Bermuda is a wonderful place to visit and Tim, the tour guide for the Bermuda trip is beyond excellent. He makes the trip a lifetime experience. Bermuda is a place all of its own and is a must see.
— Review left November 11, 2023
This program definitely exceeded my expectations. If you’ve never been on a Road Scholar trip before, I’d recommend this one to get your feet wet!
Tim Rogers as a Group Leader is great as well as the accommodations. I would recommend participants with mobility issues request a room closer to Lobby/Restaurant areas. Transportation is provided for those that need it, but may not be the most convenient at times for folks
Overall a great program !
And we had such a great group of participants!
— Review left October 21, 2023
Bermuda's history is so unique that one has to experience it to understand it. The beauty of the island is amazing. Who knew of a place in world without fresh water, yet the Bermudians have created a paradise on a rock in the North Atlantic.
— Review left October 14, 2023
Enthralling talks, stupendous ocean scenery, a gazillion field trips all energetically guided by charismatic leader Tim Rogers.
— Review left October 12, 2023
Our guide was knowledgeable, especially about native horticulture. The itinerary was generally well paced. The hotel had many amenities in a good location with a lovely water view. The hotel restaurant offered a diverse menu and the service staff worked hard to project hospitality.
What worked less well: Presentations on the few native species of flora became redundant. The trip was a little short on Bermuda’s history, which I read about (but too late for this trip.) How Bermuda survived with maritime trade and privateering and its role during the Revolutionary and Civil Wars merited lecture time. I appreciated the free time in Hamilton and St. George, but without city maps and guide recommendations it devolved into aimless wandering. Post-trip I identified interesting (missed) sites that no one mentioned. In our final meeting, the guide projected a list of airport transportation departure times for all guests. I was not listed because I booked my own air. Fine, but I expected him to say something like “I will get with you later…” Nothing, until I made pointed references to his lapse.
Finally, the most unpleasant part of the trip was a male guest who uttered Taliban-like misogynistic pronouncements about women in response to something the guide said. I expected the guide to gently counter this ignorant viewpoint with a positive statement about women, but instead he made additional offhand remarks critical of feminists and expressing an antiquated view of women. We have all made comments that we regret, so I waited for the guide to call me aside and apologize. Nothing. Should RS be reminded that your clientele is majority female, and such behavior by guides is offensive? I have taken numerous trips with other companies, and only RS seems to hire older white males whose express atavistic opinions on gender that are neither appropriate nor welcome. Neither are they the industry standard. Do something.
— Review left May 1, 2023
Tim Rogers is an excellent and extremely knowledgeable host and guide to this beautiful island. The resort was wonderful and the people on the island were lovely and friendly. The meals were enjoyable and the beaches and blue ocean is certainly spectacular. It is truly a beautiful place.
— Review left April 30, 2023
Great trip to Bermuda with terrific tour guide (Tim Rogers), good hotel on an exquisite beach with great food and tours to historic sites, nature preserves, gardens, the Royal Dockyard, museums, etc.
— Review left April 27, 2023
We never had any idea of all the awesome history of Bermuda or the beauty of this wonderful island. We highly recommend this trip to all those seeking to become more educated on early beginning up to current
life, educ.ation, building structure, politics and many other aspects of Bermuda. We loved it
— Review left April 26, 2023
There is much more to Bermuda than sun, sea and beaches. The island nation has a remarkably unique natural and political history. There is much to see and learn about while there.
— Review left April 20, 2023
From start to finish, this trip was exceptional. Our guide Tim has curated an exceptionally meaningful, informative, and truly enjoyable tour. We were treated to a comprehensive experience of Bermuda— from its interesting origins and history to beautiful historic homes and towns to unique and picturesque architecture to incredible scenery to delicious meals. This trip far exceeded any expectations I might have had and has left me with a deep appreciation of Bermuda and its people. A huge thank you to Tim and to Road Scholar for offering this tour.
— Review left April 13, 2023
This trip was a perfect mix of educational short lectures, field trips to beaches, museums and towns, good food, wonderful setting, and a bunch of great people both fellow RS travelers and leaders/lecturers/and drivers.
— Review left March 13, 2023
This was an excellent program! I learned so much about this beautiful and most interesting island. I highly recommend it!
— Review left March 9, 2023
Great fun and lots of new learning!
— Review left March 9, 2023
What a great program! Group Leader Tim Rogers is absolutely top notch. The accommodations were splendid, both picturesque and comfortable. Food was excellent. You get a chance to see facets of Bermudian life that are not available to the average tourist. February weather is on the cool side, but plenty of things were blooming. March or November would probably be idea. This program managed to be stimulating and relaxing at the same time--no easy feat.
— Review left March 4, 2023
I would recommend the Bermuda experience to anyone who has a love of history, architecture, beautiful scenery and insider locations. If you are lucky enough to have Tim Rogers as your tour guide, your experience will be transcendent. I cannot say enough good things about him and his presenters. The Grotto Bay is a beautiful facility and the meals and service are exceptional to say the least. We had a double queen room which was more than enough space. Don't miss the afternoon teas. My wife highly recommends the spa experience.
— Review left February 26, 2023
This was a very good trip. I would recommend it to anyone.
Our trip leader, Tim Rogers was the best I could imagine. Long time Bermuda resident who is well organized, saw to it that everyone was enjoying the program, and is a wealth of knowledge about Bermuda. Easy to interact with and effectively led the program at all times.
— Review left February 10, 2023
Certainly one of the most comprehensive of all the RS programs I have attended . We learnt nearly every aspect of the island from a most knowledgable leader Tim R and his group of expert speakers . Transportation was comfortable , we stayed at a terrific hotel , food was excellent and free time was available to pursue specific interests . A highly recommended excursion !
— Review left November 30, 2022
Tim Rogers as the program leader was superb! His local knowledge and connections made the program highly educational, yet a fun and fulfilling experience. If you have the opportunity to attend this program with Tim I highly recommend it. There may be other program leaders that may be great also, but Tim Rogers is exceptional!
— Review left November 12, 2022
The Bermuda experience is one of the best well rounded programs you can find. You get a lot of history, science, flora and fauna and culture. Plus being lulled to sleep by frogs and awakened by chickens (30,000 of them).
— Review left November 9, 2022
The Bermuda Road Scolar program is delightful. This was our eighth trip and one of the most enjoyable. The history is well presented and the beauty of the country is well presented with Bermudians opening their homes to us. Tim Rogers is a wonderful guide who is both knowledgable and fun and effective in sharing his country and attending to the details that make the trip memorable. the Grotto Bay Resort is a pleasant place to stay, dine and congregate in a beautiful environment.
— Review left November 9, 2022
Excellent, highly recommend, description was 100% accurate, we kept on the go, learned a lot, Grotto Bay Beach resort was a wonderful place to stay. Tim was an excellent group leader. I had visited Bermuda twice before, more than 45 years ago.
— Review left November 4, 2022
This was an excellent program with an excellent Group Leader.
— Review left November 3, 2022
The program was interesting and I learned some new things. The worst part is
getting there going and returning home the airlines had delays which Road Scholar can't fix
— Review left November 3, 2022
The program was just outstanding in every facet. The excursions, lecturers, and resort were excellent. Host Tim is a living treasure of Bermuda- he is knowledgeable,organized,approachable,and so connected. He obviously loves Bermuda and sharing it.
— Review left October 17, 2022
This trip was simply wonderful. The island is fascinating; the resort was gorgeous; and the team leader Tim Rogers was superb - an unbeatable combination of smarts; humor; patience; and inside knowledge of the island and many of its people.
— Review left April 28, 2022
We learned so much about Bermuda thanks to our wonderful leader, Tim Rogers, and his access to private gardens we could never have found on our own.
— Review left April 14, 2022
This is an outstanding program. The lectures and visits were extremely interesting and allowed us to go places we wouldn't otherwise get to as regular tourists. The food and service at the Grotto Bay Resort is excellent. Our leader Tim is exceptionally knowledgeable and a great guide in our explorations. He went out of his way to make group reservations for our free nights. Highly recommend this program.
— Review left April 14, 2022
Tim Rogers, our main tour guide, is indeed the expert on Bermuda. Under his guidance, and with the help of his other local friends and guides, you will acquire a thorough knowledge of this beautiful country. It is definitely worth visiting; remember to turn off your devices and not access TV in order to focus on the trip's varied sites, including the spa, pool, cave, and fitness center at the resort. Guest services was very accommodating to all requests, including bringing a yoga mat to my room. The low season is an ideal time to visit, as long as you have layers to adjust as the wind can pick up or a shower occur without warning. My gloves and hat came in handy on a few occasions.
— Review left March 13, 2020
An exceptional program with an unusual opportunity to meet prominent, talented residents of Bermuda
— Review left March 12, 2020
I really enjoyed the trip and thought that the Group Leader, Peter did a very thorough job. I feel like I saw a great deal of the island and was exposed to its history, historical sites, and flora and fauna. We visited private gardens along with various public sites. The resort accommodation were quite adequate and the food outstanding. Of note, although not a problem for me, there were lots of steps to climb going back and forth from the main building and the sleeping accommodations. Peter was quick to suggest places to eat when the program did not provide and he also was present at two of the restaurants that my party went to. I was traveling as a solo but that was not a hinderance as I was meant to feel welcome by various of the couples and other solo travelers. I hope to go back to Bermuda another time; its so close to Boston and that flight was under 2-hours.
— Review left February 27, 2020
Excellent guide. Excellent program.
— Review left May 4, 2019
This was my first Road Scholar experience and I anticipate many more. The accommodations were excellent, the planned activities were well-suited to our location (Bermuda), the cost of the program/travel was reasonable, and our group leader was spectacular. Take a Road Scholar trip and see for yourself!
— Review left April 12, 2019
Our trip to Bermuda was led by Tim Rogers who has lived in Bermuda for over 30 years. His scope of knowledge on so many subjects relating to Bermuda is phenomenal. He is well organized, exceptional presenter and has a pleasant personality. He is what made the trip so great!!
— Review left April 10, 2019
Amazing week spent in a magical place. I learned more than I thought possible. Bermudas’s history is especially colorful. If you like exotic plants, this is the trip for you. Tim is a great guide.
— Review left April 10, 2019
Great program for gardeners and history buffs.
— Review left February 25, 2019
AMAZING Program...TIM was just a phenomenal Group Leader and the way that everything was handled was smooth and professional. One of the participants even got sick and Tim got medications for them. I would recommend this program to anyone. Learning about the history of Bermuda and how Bermuda came to be was astounding. Probably more insight than you could ever get online. First hand experience and walking where the Queen herself has walked and sat.
— Review left February 8, 2019
