Bermuda’s legendary beauty is so vast and varied that it can be difficult to put into words. Perhaps Mark Twain captured it best when he reportedly said, “You can go to Heaven if you like. I’ll stay right here in Bermuda.”

Clear aquamarine waters and blush-colored beaches, dramatic rocky outcroppings and hidden caves and coves make Bermuda a photographer’s dream. It’s hard to grasp how this small island nation can hold so many natural wonders and historic treasures within just 21 idyllic square miles.

The good news is that the stunning locations that follow are just the beginning of the delights that await in …

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Hemingway’s namesake drink has a fittingly storied past

Sometimes great things come from unlikely places…. Legend has it that Earnest Hemingway wandered into El Floridita bar in Havana in 1921 to use the bathroom just as bartender Constantino Ribalaigua Vert was setting up a round of daiquiris. Not one to pass up a drink, Hemingway gave it a try. He declared that it was good but a bit too sweet for his taste, so he asked Vert to make one with less sugar and double the rum and the “Daquiri Like Papa”, later known as the Papa Doble (double the rum!) was born.

Hemingway …

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Crystal Serenity takes travelers off the beaten path for unique island experiences

The Islands of The Bahamas are renowned for their crystal blue waters, sun-drenched beaches, and balmy breezes, but often what warms visitors most is the hospitality and friendliness of the Bahamian people. Whether pointing the way to a favorite local beach or sharing the storied history of the islands they love, their heartfelt pride shines through.

In anticipation of Crystal Serenity’s upcoming collection of Luxury Bahamas Escapes this summer we asked our Bahamian friends if they could share some of cultural and historic highlights of the islands they call home. We …

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