Bermuda, situated all on it?s own in the Atlantic Ocean, is the oldest remaining British overseas territory, with the nearest landmass being the US coast of North Carolina some 1000 kilometers to the west. Most cruise itineraries featuring Bermuda however depart from New York, which is some seven hundred miles north west of the island. Although Bermuda is often referred to in the singular it is actually made up of a charming chain of over 100 small islands, although cruise ships only visit the main island. Think pretty pastel coloured cottages, pink sandy beaches and quintessential British traditions and you will start to understand the attraction of Bermuda as a cruise destination. Some cruise ships stay in port for 2 days, which gives you time to wander through the green parks dotted among the streets of Hamilton, the capital of Bermuda, which is also a major financial and insurance centre. Move onto the somewhat dated St George, where you will feel as if you have leapt back in time, but dig a little deeper, and you will find a working town, among the historic buildings. Kings Wharf, better known as the Royal Naval Dockyard, is situated on the western most point of Bermuda. Purpose built for military use, it has since been developed with shops, restaurants and museums and is also the site of the main cruise terminal.