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BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS A holiday in the British Virgin Islands, an archipelago of 60 sunny islands in the Caribbean, will be one that overflows with adventure and romance
SAIL
Thanks to its calm waters, steady trade winds and well-equipped marinas, the BVIs is revered as the sailing capital of the world. Visitors are always stunned by the clear line of sight between the 60 islands and how effortless it is to island hop. Novices can sail with a crewed yacht with a private charter company like The Moorings or sail your own yacht and drop anchor when the mood strikes. Marinas can accommodate any vessel and local shops offer provisioning services. Visit during events like the SUP Painkiller Cup in January and the BVI Spring Regatta in April.
STAY
Guana Island
From luxury resorts and private islands to beautiful villas and welcoming cottages, there are accommodation options to suit all budgets across 15 islands, with almost all properties close to a beach, clear waters and pristine sands. The newly opened The Aerial on Buck Island is an all-inclusive private island destination offering authentic experiences. There are new villas at Baraka Point and Guana Island, and Saba Rock will relaunch later this year.
CELEBRATE
With marriage licenses easy to obtain and recognised internationally, and a backdrop of pristine beaches, green peaks and turquoise blue sea, the BVIs are perfect for weddings and events. Book your wedding or event at a luxury resort, such as Oil Nut Bay, and exchange vows overlooking the sea. A team of wedding planners will be on hand to help. Alternatively, book a private island to celebrate – there will be plenty of time to reconnect and enjoy the remote location.
DIVE
With one of the largest barrier reefs in the Caribbean, the diving and snorkelling is some of the best and safest in the world. No matter what your skill level – from novice to expert – expect to see an underwater wonderland of towering reefs of corals, caves, tunnels, and extraordinary shipwrecks including the RMS Rhone and the Chikuzen. Families can choose from an array of local dive companies which offer basic diver experiences in addition to Scuba Diver and Open Water Diver courses.
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