Island Info

The British Virgin Islands are located 60 miles East of Puerto Rico in the Northern Caribbean chain of Islands. Also known as BVIs. History records that these islands were formed about 100 million years ago. The main island, TORTOLA, is a ferry ride of 40 minutes away from St. Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Just two miles of sea separate Tortola from St. John in the U.S. Virgin Islands.

There are about 50 islands, islets, rocks and cays. Sixteen islands are inhabited. They are mainly mountainous having been formed from volcanic remains. The northernmost of the chain, the island of Anegada is flat and of coral and limestone formation. All of the British Virgin Islands are full of natural beauty, verdant green hillsides rise from sapphire blue seas and pristine beaches. The reefs abound with tropical fish and other sea life and flora. Add to this setting a population of charming friendly native islanders.

Some Basic Travel Facts

Telephone System

State of the Art CommunicationsFacilities with Sophisticated Technologies for Fiber Optic Video Conference – Electromic Mail – Internet Services and Data Base Acess to anywhere in the World on a 24 hour per day basis.

Climate

The temperature year round averages between 80 and 90 degrees. At night temperatures drop by 10 degrees.

Names of the Main Islands

Tortola, Virgin Gorda, Anegada, Jost Van Dyke, Peter Island, Norman Island, Cooper Island, Drakes Anchorage, Guana Island, Marina Cay, Necker Island, Little Tatch.

Immigration Requirements

Passport for United States Citizens and Canadians, Without Passports – Birth Certificates and Photo Identification.

Air Travel

Most major Airlines Fly to San Juan, Puerto Rico and to St. Thomas in the US Virgin Islands. From where connections can be made by smaller Aircraft or Ferry service. There is also access through Antigua and St. Maarten.

Airports

The main airport is located on Beef Island which is connected to Tortola by a bridge. Also, there are airports on the Islands of Virgin Gorda and Anegada.

Sporting Activities

The British Virgin Islands is a Popular Yachting Destination with excellent Marina Facilities – Beautiful Views from the Water – Steady Tradewinds – Easy Sailing Distances and Sheltered Waters. The Islands are grouped around the Sir Francis Drakes Channel Reknowned as the Most Beautiful and Tranquil Waters in the World. As you sail around the smaller Uninhabited Islands – Isolated Spectacular Bays provide perfect Anchorages. Execeptionally clear water lap over gentle reefs. More than 200 Shipwrecks provide a Snorkler’s Dream and Diver’s Paradise.

BVIs are Great for all Marine Oriented Activities

Sailing, Snorkeling, Fishing, Diving, Kayaking. Other Activities include Tennis, Horseback Riding, Hiking, Selective Shopping, Sightseeing and the widest selection of Dining choices, ranging from Gourmet to Fine Local Cuisine. Visitors select this Destination for the perfect Wedding and Honeymoon. Also for special Anniversary Celebrations and Family Reunions.

Romance is always in the air and in the island music.

Economy

There is little night life and an abundance of day activity. We have a low key, laid back, island atmosphere.

BVIslanders are proud of their stable Government and vibrant and growing economy. Tourism has been the main industry for several decades. There is no sign of poverty visible and no unemployment. The BVI is also a major business and finance center.

Crime

BVI is Goverened under English Common Law and exercise strict enforcement against perpetrators – hence there is a very low crime rate.

Accommodations

There is a wide range of affordability from budget to Luxurious; Charming Little Inns and a number of the most Luxurious Resorts.

Day Trips

We recommend a day trip to the ‘Baths’ on Virgin Gorda. An excursion by boat to other islands such as Jost Van Dyke, Peter Island for Dinner or Marina Cay which offers Free Ferry Service to the Island.