discovered in 1907 by two boys playing ball. The caves with their strange formations are 40 metres underground. In 2001 the Fantasy Cave, a virtual jewel box filled from top to bottom with formations, was reopened as the showpiece of the attraction. At the other end of the island lies the Royal Navy dockyard, a former navy barrack, which is now a shop- ping complex. Here you will have an opportunity to swim with dolphins or simply stroll through the ancient strong- hold. Sixty-eight cannons protected the fort and each was capable of firing a 15 kg ball a distance of two km. Probably the most photographed sight in Bermuda is the Natural Arches. A series of strange, craggy rock for- AWasD The Natural Arches were shaped over hundreds of years. mations are shaped from limestone and coral and attract most visitors, Towns such as picturesque Somerset and scenic Flatt's dot the shoreline and feature wonderful cuisine and charming vistas. The south shore of the island is a golfer’s paradise. Bermuda's tax laws attract many finan- cial corporations and golf is usually a major part of the itinerary. Bermuda is an example of Britain's pomp and circum- stance. It is clean, charismatic and quaint and offers all the modern amenities one could hope for. Bring your wallet, as luxury has its price, but if you are looking for a great destination only three hours away by air (four from Port Perry), Bermuda is calling you. IF PARADISE HAD A NAME, IT WOULD BE § f Q VINSOS Z cluded ® Vacation 158 Casim Created exclusively hie) mrexe)b]e)(=\-e ep (eee marlin)~“travel ~~~ ir St., Port Perry 905-985-2268 i ca virginia a FOCUS -JUNE 2010 49