Westend Properties said they would like to clarify points about the Fairmont Southampton redevelopment; noting that there are two parts to the redevelopment, one is the renovation of the hotel and beach club and the other is the construction of the new tourism and residential units. A spokesperson said, “Westend Properties would like to clarify […]

“The decision to demolish the tower has not been taken lightly,” stated Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch on the decision to demolish the Lookout Tower near Paynter’s Road, Hamilton Parish. The Government spokesperson said, “The tower is a historical landmark located within the woodland reserve and originally erected by the US Navy during […]

The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] announced the “expansion of the Economic Empowerment Zones [EEZ] with the newly established South East Hamilton Economic Empowerment Zone [SEHEEZ], with the aim of aiding business growth and economic development in Bermuda.” A spokesperson said, “This expansion opens up a realm of opportunities, not only for new businesses and […]

Westend Properties and its managing partner, Gencom, provided an update on the “preliminary work being carried out at the Fairmont Southampton property in preparation for the extensive renovations planned for the hotel and Beach Club.” A spokesperson said, “These early phases of demolition and site preparation are crucial to enabling the complete overhaul of the […]

“The development of Brookfield Place is a real and tangible demonstration of the significant confidence that investors have in Bermuda as a premier business centre,” said the Minister for the Cabinet Office, Vance Campbell “following the Brookfield Place planning approval decision.” A Government spokesperson said, “The public will be aware that last March, Brookfield originally […]

Starting on April 1, the Government will expanding Phase 2 of the Mortgage Guarantee Programme to “include employees of Government quangos and part-time Regiment soldiers who will now also be eligible to transfer their mortgages into this programme,” Premier David Burt announced in the Budget, The relevant extract of the 2024 Budget statement said, “In […]

A Bermuda-inspired oceanfront property in Palm Beach, Florida has been listed for sale at a cost of $59 million. The Palm Beach Daily News report said, “A new $59 million listing for an oceanfront house facing Midtown Beach is a spot-on example of how pricing has evolved in Palm Beach in the years since the […]

Noting the visitors expected to arrive due to international events this summer, Coldwell Banker Bermuda Realty has urged people interested in listing a vacation rental property to contact them, saying “now is the time to list your property, not later in the season.” A spokesperson said, “On Friday, June 21, 2024, approximately 200 yachts with 2,000 sailors are […]

Premier David Burt announced the issuance of a $25 million government guarantee for the completion of the development of the Bermudiana Beach Resort. Speaking in the House of Assembly, Premier Burt said, “Mr. Speaker, in accordance with Section 2 AA [3] of the Government Loans Act 1978, I rise to inform this Honourable House of the […]

A luxury house described as ‘Bermuda-style’ in Palm Beach, owned by the executive chairman of Ross Dress for Less’ parent company, has been sold for $13.075 million. An Aol report said, “The executive chairman of the parent company of retailer Ross Dress for Less has sold — for a recorded $13.075 million — the North […]

[Opinion column written by Chris Famous] In 2022 I was asked to join the board of the Bermuda Housing Corporation. There I met persons dedicated to providing affordable housing for almost 800 Bermudian families of various stations in life. For full disclosure, board members are paid $50 per month / Chairman $100 per month. Over […]

The Government unveiled Phase One of the Battery Road Development Project in St. David’s, with the Minister noting that they completion of Phase I comprises 4 units; 3 studios and one 2-Bedroom/1-bath unit. A Government spokesperson said, “Ensuring that Bermudians have access to affordable housing is priority of the Government. It is a pledge in […]

Rego Sotheby’s International Realty has introduced Compass Point, offering “a rare chance to own a large scale, robust commercial building with coveted onsite city parking.” A spokesperson said, “Rego Sotheby’s International Realty introduces a rare chance to own a large scale, robust commercial building with coveted onsite city parking: Compass Point. “Harnessing an unparalleled opportunity, […]

The Women’s Resource Centre [WRC] said they ”are encouraged to see the issue of affordable housing being discussed on a national level” and wanted to ”add our voice – the collective voice of women in Bermuda – to the conversation.” A spokesperson said, “The Women’s Resource Centre [WRC] understands the complex issue of housing insecurity and homelessness […]

Premier David Burt conducted a site visit of the Brookfield Place development. A Government spokesperson said, “Earlier this week [Apr. 29], Premier David Burt conducted a site visit of the Brookfield Place development with members of the company’s leadership team – Brian Kingston, CEO, Real Estate; Charlie Howe, Vice President Investments, Real Estate; and Lou […]

“The Government through the BHC are making steady progress and we intend to see the completion of all 105 of these housing projects as quickly as possible,” Minister of Public Works David Burch said in the House of Assembly today [May 31] as he provided an update on housing initiatives. The Minister’s full statement follows […]

Coldwell Banker Bermuda Vacations Rentals announced the acquisition of BermudaRentals.com, saying “this strategic acquisition significantly increases the company’s portfolio, offering an even broader range of properties to meet diverse traveler needs.” “As the team leader for the Vacation & Short-Term Rentals at Coldwell Banker Bermuda, I am thrilled to share that we have recently acquired BermudaRentals.com […]

[Written by Freddie Forth & Martha Harris Myron] Introducing Freddie Forth, owner of Forthright Solutions. Freddie is a Bermudian luminary expert in real estate, mortgages & lending, local architecture and author of Eight Steps to Home Ownership Freddie Forth has volunteered her time and expertise in creating the Eight Steps of Home Ownership in short, […]

The Women’s Resource Centre [WRC] recently launched a comprehensive Housing Advocacy Campaign to highlight the critical issue of housing insecurity in Bermuda, with a particular focus on the challenges faced by women and single-income families. A spokesperson said, “In alignment with the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which recognizes housing as a fundamental human right, […]

Buddy Fleming of KW Luxury Bermuda and Grace Markham of Bermuda Luxury Concierge have teamed up to offer “tailored, high-end concierge services.” A spokesperson said, “Buddy Fleming from KW Luxury Bermuda and Grace Markham from Bermuda Luxury Concierge are excited to announce a strategic partnership that merges the expertise of one of Bermuda’s leading luxury […]

[Written by Freddie Forth & Martha Harris Myron] There are two defining factors for most people wanting to buy real estate property: Property is real, immovable, tangible and understandable. It has always been there [at least the land] and so marked on a map [Google GPS Earth] in today’s digital world. And secondly, it is […]

The Ministry of Public Works, in collaboration with the BHC, is partnering with the Leopard’s Club International to transform the vacant three-storey building into affordable housing units, Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch said. Speaking at a press conference today, Minister Burch said, “Good afternoon, everyone. Thank you for joining us here today at […]

“This new initiative will allow individuals to access a portion of their pension savings to assist in the purchase of their first home,” Junior Minister of Finance Jache Adams said. Speaking in the House of Assembly, Mr Adams said, “A key feature of this initiative is that the individual can use the refund not only […]

Speaking in the House of Assembly today [Sept 27], Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch provided an update on “one of the most pressing challenges we as a country face – the shortage of affordable housing.” The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr. Speaker, I rise to report on one of the most pressing challenges […]

[Written by Freddie Forth & Martha Harris Myron] Negotiating a contract, whether written or implied, occurs in some form or another in almost every human interaction: wages, purchasing consumer goods, union bargaining, even in human relationships. It can be set implicitly and clear cut, resolvable in a matter of minutes, as when the price of […]

[Opinion column written by MP Anthony Richardson] The recent change, empowering Bermudians to acquire their first homes, is another important step in the PLP’s effort to make homeownership more accessible. This amendment to pension rules, coupled with the government’s Mortgage Guarantee Programme, demonstrates the Progressive Labour Party’s commitment to creating a nation of owners by […]

A “decision was made to pivot the Bermudiana Beach Resort to residential rental units,” Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch has confirmed, adding that “by December of this year, this new proposed direction will see 94 studio, 1, 2, and 3-bedroom residential units.” The property, originally called Grand Atlantic, was built over a decade […]

Bermuda’s waters and the humpback whales that pass through them will be showcased during Air Canada flights, with the airline having purchased the rights to show “Where the Whales Sing” on its flights for a two-month period. In addition, a television station in Iran has bought the rights to broadcast the film in the Middle […]

[Updated with photos/videos] At sometime before noon today [May 31] a 17-foot whale was discovered on a small beach area in an enclosure in St George’s located in the vicinity of the Meyer Boat Slip. Local boaters spotted the whale at approximately 11.30am and called in the report, although at first they were unsure what […]

Bermuda’s Exclusive Economic Zone [EEZ] has been declared a Marine Mammal Sanctuary with particular emphasis on the endangered humpback whale, Minister of Environment, Planning and Infrastructure Strategy Marc Bean said this afternoon [Sept 21]. Minister Bean said: “The area of the new Bermuda Marine Mammal Sanctuary will be more than 170,000 square nautical miles, approximately […]

Every year the humpback whales, gentle giants of the sea, pass through Bermuda on their way north after spending the cooler winter months in the Caribbean. Local cruise boat operators and fisherman alike take locals and visitors out to sea, often not far from shore, to see these amazing behemoth’s dance and play in wonderful […]

Research published this week in the journal “Science” involving a population of humpback whales which spends time in Bermuda’s waters every year adds further evidence to the theory the giant mammals are able to learn from one other, in this case passing on a hunting technique suited to a particular type of prey. The authors […]

In an effort to make the lives of whales more apparent to television viewers around the world, 60 Minutes producer Dan Ruetenik spent much of last summer cold-calling different whale researchers in order to get their point of view for an upcoming episode, but the most interesting information he gleaned started with one man, a […]

The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] is getting set to host a lecture from whale expert Andrew Stevenson as he offers an update on his efforts to capture the behavior of humpback whales in their natural environment on high definition video. According to a spokesperson, “Now into his eighth year of observing, researching, filming, and […]

Local whale researcher Andrew Stevenson recently captured two humpback whales in their natural environment in Bermuda’s waters, with the video below showing their graceful and languid movement. The YouTube description from Mr. Stevenson said, “Every once in a while I have a close encounter with humpbacks. These encounters are always on the whales’ terms. They […]

From January – April of this year, 101 individual whales were identified in Bermuda’s waters, with the markings on their flukes serving to identify the majestic creatures as they pass through for their annual migration. Humpback whales can be permanently identified by their unique black-and-white patterns on the ventral [bottom] side of their fluke [tail]. 101 […]

Masterworks is getting set to host an exhibition titled “Dancing Whales in Bermuda” from March 27 through April 15, with the exhibition coinciding with the island’s local whale season. The exhibit — featuring black & white underwater photography by Andrew Stevenson — will open at 5.30pm tomorrow evening [March 27], and run through to April […]

Photographs recently captured in the Challenger Banks area offer a stark reminder of the perils that whales can face in the ocean, with the whale spotted harbouring a slash across its back that whale researcher Andrew Stevenson said appears to have been caused by the prop of a small boat, lopping off its dorsal fin. Mr Stevenson […]

A book by author Pat Wiley titled ‘Eyewitness: A Nautical Murder Mystery’ sees its lead character facing a criminal investigation, saying “the nightmare leading to my arrest began while sailing alone to the island of Bermuda,” with the the “only witness in his favor” being a humpback whale. The book’s description says, “My name is Jack […]

This coming Thursday, Andrew Stevenson will reveal some of his aerial footage in the making of the upcoming sequel to his ‘Where the Whales Sing’. The event promotion said, “Andrew Stevenson will reveal some of his aerial footage in the making of the upcoming sequel to his award-winning film ‘Where the Whales Sing’. “His aerial […]

On Monday [April 2], a local vessel reported a “migrating whale found distressed with entanglement in rope or wire” and it was concluded that Bermuda at this time, “lacked the necessary specialist equipment to assist the whale.” A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre spokesperson said, “A local vessel on Challenger Bank, reported a migrating whale found distressed […]

Videographer Conor Outerbridge recently struck gold with his drone, capturing a pod of ten whales cavorting a few miles off Bermuda, with his drone, moving quietly just above the whales, capturing their behaviour in incredible detail. The animals do not stay in Bermuda year-round, but as the island lies in the middle of their annual migratory […]

Whale researcher Andrew Stevenson has started work on a follow-up to his acclaimed documentary ‘Where the Whales Sing’ – which for the first time will include unique aerial footage. Mr Stevenson also believes that he now has one of the largest databases in the world held by just one person from which he can make […]

The announcement of the approval of five requests from companies to conduct seismic tests in the Atlantic Ocean could harm thousands of dolphins and whales, according to various international media reports. A story in the Los Angeles Times says, “The Trump administration is preparing to take an important step toward future oil and natural gas […]

[Updated] A dead whale washed up in the Devonshire Dock area this morning [Jan 23], with Aquarium staff responding to the area and removing the whale. According to people at the scene, the whale was seen floating close by the dock this morning before it was retrieved from the waters; Aquarium staff then removed the […]

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources said they are “receiving an increasing number of reports about people entering the water to swim with the whales,” adding that it is “strongly recommended that members of the public do not swim with any whales, no matter how docile they may appear, as they are wild animals and […]

“March through April is the peak time for spotting humpback whales around Bermuda,” and officials urged the public to follow guidelines, noting that “boaters should not get closer than 100 meters” and the “public is also strongly advised not to swim with whales.” A Government spokesperson said, “March through April is the peak time for […]

A new collaboration between Nonsuch Expeditions, The Centre for Cetacean Research & Conservation, and Cornell University has been launched, focused on the study of whale song. A spokesperson said, “After several years of planning, in the spring of 2022, a new project collaboration between Nonsuch Expeditions, The Centre for Cetacean Research & Conservation, and Cornell […]

A BUEI Talks session titled ‘A Symphony of Whales: The Song that Changed the World’, presented by Nan Hauser, President and Director of the Center for Cetacean Research and Conservation, will take place on April 6. A spokesperson said, “BUEI is pleased to celebrate Bermuda’s inaugural Dive Month with a series of special events throughout […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Whale researcher Andrew Stevenson will screen his two award-winning documentaries, ‘Where the Whales Sing’ and ‘The Secret Lives of the Humpbacks’ at the Speciality Cinema and Grill in Hamilton on Monday [December 4]. It will be the first time both documentaries are screened back-to-back, starting at 6.30 pm, with a 15-minute […]