All the best things come in small packages, and this is certainly true of the tiny Island of Bermuda. Being just under 21 square miles it's amazing how you can fill a visit to Bermuda full of art, culture, history, sports, relaxation and culinary discovery.

With so much to discover here are just a few pointers on what to do whilst visiting the Island.

1. Uncover the colonial past

Bermuda's colonial history is perhaps most apparent in its old capital St. George. This town has been granted UNESCO world heritage status because of its old fortifications and colonial buildings, which are still standing 300 years after the English first settled here. Explore the old streets and buildings, many of which have now been turned into museums, to gain insight into the colonial past of Bermuda.

2. Shop till you drop

The larger towns of Bermuda, Hamilton (the Islands capital city), the Royal Navy Dockyards and St Georges all offer great shopping opportunities to the visitor. Aside from luxury goods and chic boutiques you will also find local Bermudian art, craft and antiques. Look out for the Bermuda Craft Market and Clock Tower Mall in the Dockyards which support and encourage the creation and sale of local crafts. Whilst visiting you can watch the artists at work and learn more about Bermuda traditions such as cedar wood craft.

3. Tee off at a PGA golf course

Bermuda boasts 9 golf courses. Not bad for such a small Island. Each course has been specifically designed to provide a variety of challenges to appeal to all standards of golfers. A round of golf at each course will take you through beautiful landscapes all of which have stunning coastal views. Whilst most of the courses are private, the government-run public golf course Port Royal is ranked as one of the best in the world. It has even played host to the PGA grand slam in 2009 and 2010.

4. Discover an unspoilt underwater world

You don't have to be a fully qualified diver in order to enjoy the stunning underwater world surrounding Bermuda. Organised snorkelling tours can take you to some of the best spots for spotting marine wildlife, ancient wrecks and colourful coral reefs. Otherwise snorkelling from the beach in the crystal clear waters is a perfect way of whiling away a few hours. Some of the best spots for snorkelling are from Elbow Beach and Warwick Long Bay.

5. Get a birds eye view of Bermuda

There are many locations around the Island that afford you great views of Bermuda however the vista you get from Gibbs Hill lighthouse is hard to beat. Erected in 1846, Gibbs Hill lighthouse is the second cast iron lighthouse ever built. The views from the top of the 245 foot lighthouse are reached up 185 steps. Don't worry, there are landings to stop at along the way to catch your breath and find out about the history of the lighthouse. Once at the top you will discover the climb well worth the effort as you take in 360 degree views of the Island.