Planning your British Virgin Islands vacation

Pack a peace of mind, and leave your cell phone, laptop, and worries behind. No crowds, traffic, or expressway here. No place to shop, and nothing to fear. British Virgin Islands hotels are an ideal place for the vacationer escaping the hustle and bustle of a busy metropolis. Coast the deep blue Caribbean Sea during an island-hopping journey from the towering hillsides of Tortola to the hollow Horseshoe Reef in Anegada. The British Virgin Islands, a highly visited yacht basin, is a sailor's dreamland. The vessels speckle the islands' enchanting waterways for a gentle glide through The Baths, a series of water-filled coves made out of piles of oversized, jumbled granite. A delightful vacation awaits you at British Virgins Islands hotels, where temperatures stay fixed between 72 to 90 degrees year-round. Vacationers on a seafaring journey in the British Virgins will find comfort within the warm embrace of the Tortola, Virgin Gorda, Anegada, Jost van Dyke and Necker islands, and the beaded islets of the Sir Francis Drake Channel. Retreat to this lovely hiding place, and allow its relaxed atmosphere and inviting waters to soothe you. Tortola has a good share of quality hotels and resorts, but Virgin Gorda takes lodging to another level with a number of first-class resorts.

Travel Tips

The beaches at British Virgin Islands are its main attraction, so beach safety is of utmost importance for vacation planners. Be sure to wear sunscreen with a high SPF, as the sun can be quite intense, even on cloudy days. Reapply after swimming, activity, or after several hours on the beach. While you want to return home with a great tan, a bad sunburn can put a damper on your vacation. Build your tan slowly during your stay. Many areas along the beaches are patrolled by lifeguards, and families with young children would be advised to frequent these. British Virgin Islands is a very safe place to visit, but visitors should use common sense. Don’t leave valuables in your vehicle, or on the beach unattended. Numerous banks are located throughout the islands which offer currency exchange, and ATM’s are plentiful.