FlyingMonk

Bermuda

1.6 million years ago a volcano erupted creating a 3000 meters high island in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean. The ocean level went up and down several times during this time and only a tiny part of that mass still stands out of the waters. Shaped like a whale Bermuda is a major tourist destination for its pink sandy beaches, lush climate, the green waters of the Sargasus Sea and friendly attitude of the local population. This friendliness apparently is contagious because even the aloof Manhatanites and snotty Bostonians, who are coming here for vacations become also friendly and communicative, all exchanging greetings and ask about your whereabouts.

The British flag still flies over the island and the fear of corruption and lack of supervision that may come with a full independence is keeping all possible movements at bay. Crime is low and in spite of some concerns the island is safe to walk and ride day and night. And the low crime and the stability brought also prosperity, Hamilton, the island’s capital being flooded with capital management, investing firms and reinsurer offices. The proximity to the East Coast USA, less than 2 hour flight, makes the island also a good location for well heeled Americans that have vacation houses here.