The British Virgin Islands consist of sixty small but beautiful islands in the Caribbean. These idyllic islands centre around the Sir Francis Drake Channel. The Channel offers some of the best sailing in the world. If you love the water, then a luxury family holiday in the British Virgin Islands will not disappoint you.
The main island is Tortola which is well developed, with the best beaches on the North Coast. Other islands are lush, rural and have nothing but one exquisite hotel. Superb beaches dot the BVI’s and the surrounding cays. Other islands include Virgin Gorda, Anegada and Jost Van Dyke.
Virgin Gorda is the third largest island, and home to the gorgeous Bitter End Yacht Club. It features Spanish Town, a quaint population centre with elegant boutiques and an established marina. The two most popular attractions are the Baths – a beach area grouped into grottoes and tidal pools – and the Old Copper Mine, a haunting 19th century ruin in the midst of a national park.
Peter Island is a private island and resort, a dreamy and romantic holiday destination. It features three luxurious restaurants and well stocked facilities for watersports.
You can enjoy this collection of paradise islands at your own relaxed pace or immerse yourself in the BVI way of life. Try your hand at sailing, wreck diving, kiteboarding, fishing, historical sites, national parks, and variety of other sports.
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Upon immediate arrival into the British Virgin Islands you can apply for a marriage license at the Registrar-General’s Office. A special marriage license takes one business day to process.
Islands - Virgin Gorda
Virgin Gorda home to The Baths and the third largest island in the chain, boosts steep vegetation-covered slopes that tumble down from Gorda Peak to deserted white beaches far below. Today’s discerning travellers are drawn to Virgin Gorda for its yacht clubs, quiet coves, safe anchorages, luxury resorts and villas.
Islands - Anegada
Anegada the second largest island, is a coral atoll and the only non-volcanic island in the chain. Anegada means “Drowned Land”, its highest point being a mere 28 feet above sea level. Relax on some of the loveliest beaches in the Caribbean, whose names conjure up the island’s rich past – Cow Wreck Beach, Loblolly Bay and Flash of Beauty. Chances are you’ll have the entire beach to yourself, with the breeze rustling in the palm and sea grape trees.
Islands - Tortola
Tortola is the largest island, and home of the BVI’s capital Road Town. From the green slopes of Mount Sage to sheltered yacht filled harbours; Tortola offers hotels, luxury villas, beachside cottages and more. The island of Tortola offers a variety of exciting holiday possibilities.
Islands - Jost Van Dyke
Jost Van Dyke is named for an early Dutch settler reputed to have been a pirate. Sunbathe at the unspoilt beaches of White Bay, Great and Little Harbours. You can even jump across to Little Jost or take a boat to Sandy Cay and imagine yourself a castaway for the day. Or simply relax in the natural bubbling pool Jacuzzi formed by the foaming seas at the east end of the island.