There are 14 British Overseas Territories across the globe. These are regions that are under UK sovereignty but aren't part of the United Kingdom. Nine of them are permanently inhabited and include places like the Cayman Islands, Gibraltar and the Falklands.

One of them is also Bermuda, a small but beautiful island group in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean. It's often called a 'British island' and is known for its stunning pink sand beaches and hundreds of shipwrecks just offshore. Bermuda's pink beaches are world-famous. The unusual colour comes from tiny red sea creatures called foraminifera, which mix with white sand to create a soft pink glow.

Horseshoe Bay is the best-known beach, but you can also see pink sand at Elbow Beach, Warwick Long Bay and Church Bay.

The island is also known as the "shipwreck capital of the Atlantic". There are around 300 shipwrecks lying off its coast, some dating back centuries.

Divers and snorkellers come from all over the world to explore these underwater sites.

Popular wrecks include the Cristobal Colon, Constellation and Montana.

Bermuda is made up of several islands and is home to just over 60,000 people.

It's a popular tourist destination, with more than 700,000 visitors arriving in 2024, according to Bermuda Tourism Authority figures.

Most come by cruise ship, but direct flights are also available.

There's plenty to see and do on land. The historic town of St George's is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, while the capital Hamilton is full of shops, colourful buildings, and restaurants.

You can also visit the National Museum of Bermuda or explore forts, caves and lush gardens.

For those looking for adventure, Bermuda offers kayaking, paddleboarding and sailing.

Others come just to relax and enjoy the warm weather, which stays mild and sunny for most of the year.

Bermuda has a rich history dating back to 1609, when English settlers first arrived.

Its culture blends British, African and Caribbean influences, and many visitors say it feels both familiar and unique at the same time.

Despite its popularity, Bermuda hasn't been overrun by mass tourism. It's stil relatively peaceful, clean and well looked after, with a focus on nature and local heritage.

It might be one of Britain's smaller territories, but Bermuda packs a lot into its 21 square miles.