A Taste of Nature's Little Secrets

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The British Virgin Islands (BVI), known as Nature's Little Secret, make up an archipelago of 60 islands and cays located in the northwestern region of the Caribbean chain of islands just east of Puerto Rico . The main islands are Tortola, Virgin Gorda, Anegada and Jost Van Dyke. 

Snapshot from BVI's Sailing Regatta. Photo by rc44.com

Reasons to visit the BVI? 

First on the list would be its status as one of the world's premier sailing destinations where sailors can island hop and enjoy the unique culture and nature of the different islands. 

Truly a pristine and romantic Caribbean island destination reminiscent of a bygone era. 

Highlights of your vacation can include world-class yachting at the BVI Spring Regatta & Sailing Festival, snorkeling, hiking, sustainable tourism and, for diving enthusiasts, the Caribbean’s most stunning wreck dives, such as the RMS Rhone. 

The Caves by Spring Bay on Virgin Gorda

Among the attractions the BVI are most known for:

The Baths on Virgin Gorda, Anegada’s Flamingo Pond, White Bay on Jost Van Dyke, and Tortola’s Sage Mountain. Not to forget the foodies, coming soon in November is a month long culinary experience called the BVI Food Fete.

One of the beautiful dishes from BVI's annual Food Fete. Photo by jordanawright.com

The BVI are easily accessible for U.S. travelers flying into Tortola/Beef Island’s Terrence B. Lettsome International Airport (EIS) via the regular connecting services from nearby Puerto Rico, St. Thomas, Antigua, St. Kitts or St. Maarten/St. Martin. If you're traveling to the BVI from St. Thomas, you also have the option of using a ferry. 

Feeling inspired to travel?

Visit our website for useful information to plan your vacation in nature's secret island paradise. 

Look out for more about why the British Virgin Islands should be on your travel radar this winter.