There is some great fine shore diving in Bermuda, but one needs a
local diver with knowledge and a car to carry tanks, weights, and
other gear.

I was there last October. Most of the diving is shallow and the big deal is
wrecks - 58 of them I think, spanning a couple of centuries. Last year they
had a program than gave you a certificate for each wreck you dove.

I dove with two different operators, and watched the operation of a third.
Didn't seem to see much difference among them if you are only doing a couple
of days of diving.

Bermuda is a bit expensive compared to most dive locations in my experience.
And you can't rent a car - only mopeds. The dive operators are not allowed
to transport you from residence to shop, so go for whoever is closest to you
and take the bus or a cab. I did it on moped, but it gets a bit tricky
balancing the dive gear.

There is no shore diving.

By the way, it is the only place that I discovered "treasure" on a wreck. I
found a 14K gold ring that has been appraised at $600 US. I also found a
mask, a golf ball, a snorkel and a weight belt in various dives there.
People seem to be careless.

Has anybody been to Bermuda?

We will be there next week (7-21-03), and should be able to dive at least two
days.

Any tips, suggestions, or favorite dive spots?  Which is the best dive shop?

thanks in advance
Juggsler