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The British Virgin Islands has four main islands Tortola, Virgin Gorda,Anegada,
and Jost Van Dyke.The BVI has remained an escape from the bustling souvenir
shops and glittery nightlife associated with so many Caribbean islands. The BVI has miles of
serene beaches, and is considered one of the best cruising spots in the Caribbean. The pure waters also provide a perfect setting for unparalleled Diving and snorkeling adventures.
JOST VAN DYKE, four miles long, is known as the barefoot island, known by travelers around the world for its casual lifestyle, protected anchorages, fine beaches and beachfront restaurants and bars. Jost Van Dyke adjoins the tropical isles, Green Cay and Sandy Spit. Also located on
Jost Van Dyke is the spacious Great Harbour and, White Bay. Whit Bay is named for it's lovely white sand beaches and aqua blue water. Located on the sands of white bay is
the ONE LOVE BAR AND GRILL, which is famouse for it's magic tricks.
TORTOLA, the main island of the BVI, Tortola means Turtle Dove, so-named for its shape and beauty. Of volcanic origin, a central mountainous ridge forms its core with a series of lesser ridges that lead down to the sea. Spectacular
views with vistas opening up to outlying islands across the aqua blue sea and reefs. The scenery is enhanced by airplace rides, and sheer descents.
VIRGIN GORDA, the second largest island in the BVI, Virgin Gorda means Fat or Pregnant Virgin, so named by Columbus for its shape
as seen on the sea's horizon. Of volcanic origin, Virgin Gorda has a mountainous center, the location of Gorda Peak National Park, that connects three very different worlds: the waterworld North Sound , its secluded Beach Coast and the boulder-strewn plains
of The Baths and The Valley Virgin Gorda's main habitation.
ANEGADA,an island 10 miles long by 2 1/2 miles wide with extensive salt ponds, reaches its highest point at 28 feet, hence
its name which means the drowned land. Of coral reef origins, Anegada has extruded sixteen miles of sandy beaches with a primeval quality. Anegada is guarded by the famous Horseshoe Reef which, at eighteen miles long,
is one of the world's largest coral reefs
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