U.S., Sept. 20 -- Last night, Hurricane Humberto, a category 3 storm, passed about 75 miles to the north of Bermuda , giving the island a healthy dose of wind and rain. But Bermudians have plenty of experience in dealing with weather events of this kind - more than four centuries' worth of experience, in fact. As a result, damage was minimal, clean-up is underway, and the island is open for business.

The L.F. Wade International Airport (BDA), as well as the causeway (the main road serving the airport), both reopened at noon today. All Bermuda Visitor Services Centres will reopen on Friday, and ferry service throughout the island will be restored Friday as well.

Additionally, all of Bermuda's hotel properties are operational and ready to...