British Virgin Islands

A British Overseas Territory in the Caribbean known for its many small islands, calm bays and sailing, and nicknamed the "Sailing Capital of the World."

The British Virgin Islands lie in the northeastern Caribbean, east of Puerto Rico, and are made up of dozens of islands including Tortola, Virgin Gorda, Anegada and Jost Van Dyke. The capital, Road Town, is on Tortola. Calm channels and plentiful anchorages between the islands make it a world-renowned destination for chartered sailing holidays. Signature sights include The Baths on Virgin Gorda, the coral-reef beaches of Anegada and the beach bars of Jost Van Dyke. The best season is the dry season from December to April; June to November is hurricane season. The main gateway is Beef Island Airport on Tortola, and you can also arrive by ferry from the US Virgin Islands.

Destinations

• Tortola (British Virgin Islands)
• Virgin Gorda

Itineraries

• British Virgin Islands Sailing Loop – Charter a boat from Tortola to sail clockwise around Norman, Cooper, Virgin Gorda, Anegada, and Jost Van Dyke.