B.V.I.

The British Virgin Islands (BVI) is a British overseas territory, located in the Caribbean to the east of Puerto Rico. The islands make up part of the Virgin Islands archipelago (the remainder constituting the U.S. Virgin Islands; see also Spanish Virgin Islands). The British Virgin Islands consist of the main islands of Tortola, Virgin Gorda, Anegada and Jost Van Dyke, along with over 50 other smaller islands and cays. Around 15 of the islands are inhabited. The largest island, Tortola, is approximately 12 miles (19 km) long and 3 miles (5 km) wide. The islands have a total population of about 22,000. Road Town, the capital, is situated on Tortola.

Day 1

From the St Thomas airport, it's a short ride to the capitol city, Charlotte Amalie. Wander the shops and galleries or escape to world-famous Megan's Bay Beach.

Day 2

Cruise to the turquoise water of St. John's famous Caneel Bay to explore this island's white sand beaches or tour the velvety green hills by jeep. Later, cruise to a peaceful bay on Norman Island, Robert Lewis Stevenson's "Treasure Island," just in time to dine alfresco and toast the spectacular sunset.

Day 3

Today it's on to Peter Island for a private beach picnic and the inevitable nap. Later, dive for sand dollars and visit White Bay to spot endangered sea turtles feeding on the sea grass. For that shopping, explore the boutique at the exclusive Peter Island Resort.

Day 4

On tiny unspoiled Cooper Island you can swim among turtle grass spotting live conch. Crossing Sir Francis Drake's Channel our destination is the famous Baths at Virgin Gorda.

Day 5

Rendezvous-diving the wreck of the Rhone is an experience not to miss. Later, cruise to the north tip of Virgin Gorda and the exclusive Bitter End Yacht Club, where you can shop, learn to windsurf, dance to the local steel pan music or just simply stretch out and relax.

Day 6

The quaint village streets of Roadtown offer the experience to learn more about the colorful West Indian culture. Cruising the north shore of Tortola you hear the distinct beat of Reggae beckoning you to join the nightlife at Cane Garden Bay.