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An unforgettable holiday cruise adventure awaits in the British Virgin Islands, a volcanic archipelago consisting of four main islands and several smaller ones in the sun-blitzed Caribbean. This fabulous yachting destination, where you’ll enjoy all-year-round sunshine, is home to glorious reef-lined beaches, crystal-clear waters, hidden coves and magnificent national parks. Explore the enchanting alcoves of Virgin Gorda, enjoy some duty-free shopping in St Thomas or marvel at the spellbinding scenery in the smallest of the islands, Jos Van Dyke. Tortola, the largest island, boasts quaint harbours, hibiscus-covered mountainsides and the protected anchorages of Trellis Bay, Brandywine Bay and Soper's Hole.
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There’s never a dull moment in the magnificent British Virgin Islands, a sun-drenched Caribbean destination where couples, families and groups of friends can enjoy the cruise holiday of a lifetime. This magical getaway is home to underwater coral gardens, ancient conch mounds, enchanting cays, verdant rainforests and radiant botanical gardens.
You’ll also discover yacht-filled marinas, brightly-coloured bungalows and outstanding blue vistas. Tortola, the largest of the islands, is a wonderful place, with pristine beaches, opal waters and lush rolling mountains. The island capital Road Town boasts fabulous duty-free shops, excellent museums and captivating historical attractions including Mount Healthy Windmill, the 1780 Lower Estate Sugar Works Museum and Callwood's Rum Distillery. Explore the islands’ breathtaking landscapes on a thrilling jeep safari, zipline across a rainforest canopy or visit The Baths, a glorious beach area of Virgin Gorda which is strewn with massive boulders the size of houses
Other exciting activities include swimming with dolphins, diving to enchanting shipwrecks teeming with marine life, kayaking in mangrove forests and hiking in wild and rugged mountain terrain. The islands are blessed with a myriad of romantic beach bars for sipping cocktails at sunset, excellent high-end shops and no shortage of night clubs and live music venues where you can really get in the party spirit.
The culinary delights on the islands are a mouth-watering blend of West Indian, Caribbean and British-inspired flavours. Seafood plays a key part in many recipes and the national dish is 'fish and fungi', a tasty favourite featuring okra and cornmeal which is made into a cake and served with braised fish prepared with onions, tomatoes and spices.
Callaloo is a much-loved stew made with leaves of the callaloo plant which are boiled with various meats, coconut milk, okra, seasonings, aubergine, onions, and potatoes. Rice and peas is an island staple which is the basis for many dishes, while Conch Creole is a scrumptious combination of conch, salt pork, garlic, spices, onions and hot peppers. Another superb fish dish is Porgies and Grunts which comprises yellowtail, kingfish, and bonito which is boiled in a lime-flavoured broth and served with a tasty Creole sauce, made with onions, tomatoes and peppers.
Local desserts include fresh key lime pie, coconut tart and upside down pineapple cake. A popular alcoholic drink on the islands is called Painkiller, which consists of coconut cream, pineapple and orange juice, plenty of rum and fresh nutmeg garnishing.
The British Virgin Islands have a tropical climate and all-year-round sunshine makes them a great choice for a wonderful cruise holiday in stunning natural surroundings. The peak season runs from December to April, with a daily average temperature of 25°C, an average of nine hours of daily sunshine and very little rainfall. May to November gets more rainfall, but it comes in short and heavy bursts, and conditions are still pleasantly hot and sunny, with the daily average around 28°C.
September and October are the wettest months in the islands and the driest months are February and March when rainfall is less than two inches per month. The sea is warm enough for swimming throughout the year, with temperatures around 26°C from January to April and around 29°C in September and October.
The British Virgin Islands are brimming with wonderful things to see and do, from enjoying the attractions in the main cities and towns to getting out and about to discover a plethora of natural delights. Anegada Island is a spellbinding place with flocks of flamingos and other creatures, plus incredible opportunities to snorkel and dive, with more than 300 wrecks to explore, while Sage Mountain National Park on Tortola Island is home to spectacular rainforest flora and fauna, and tropical birds. The Baths at Virgin Gorda is an enthralling attraction where you'll be amazed by a labyrinth of hidden grottoes and plunge pools, winding tunnels and gigantic boulders, while the Bubbly Pool is an incredible natural jacuzzi in Jost Van Dyke Island. Check out the trendy beach bars in Cane Garden Bay, immerse yourself in history and culture in the islands’ capital Road Town on Tortola or sail in a catamaran past the sea caves of Norman Island, thought to be the inspiration for Robert Louis Stevenson’s novel Treasure Island. Other islands which are bursting with fun-packed things to do are Norman Island, Cooper Island, Peter Island, Guana Island and Beef Island.
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The British Virgin Islands are blessed with jawdropping beaches with White Bay Beach, Cow Wreck Beach, Smuggler’s Cove and Deadman’s Beach among the most impressive sandy expanses. Popular pursuits on the British Virgin Islands include diving, windsurfing, catamaran trips, kayaking, island-hopping, hiking, buggy safaris, kitesurfing, ziplining, fishing, horseriding, mountaineering, backpacking, flyboarding and surfing. The main towns of Road Town and Spanish Town have plenty of excellent shops, restaurants and vibrant beach bars, night clubs and live music venues.
