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rom sailing the turquoise waters of Sir Francis Drake Channel,
to diving on the 1860's wreck of the RMS Rhone, enjoying world-class
sport fishing, cycling or motoring over miles of scenic roads and trails offering
spectacular views of ocean and sky, or just basking in the warmth of the
Caribbean Sun on miles of white sand beaches, the British Virgin Islands is
the Caribbean's best kept secret.

Consisting of 60 jewel-like islands, the BVI's mixture of African, Indian,
Spanish and British heritages provides an environment rich in history,
abundant scenic beauty, and warm-hearted, friendly people. Two of the largest
islands, Tortola and Virgin Gorda, each with airports servicing international
travelers from the U.S., Canada, and Europe through gateways in Puerto Rico,
St. Thomas, Antigua, and St. Maarten, offer the discerning visitor many things
to see and do, as well as quiet coves, secluded beaches, intimate dining,
and luxury resorts where one can relax in complete privacy and comfort.

Named by Christopher Columbus who thought the island's dramatic shape
looked like that of a reclining woman, Virgin Gorda (the "fat virgin") attracts
visitors to its yacht clubs, safe anchorages, many luxury resorts, and the island's
wonderful cuisine - an irresistable blend of International and Caribbean influences.

Be sure to take time to experience the wide variety of shops, featuring all
manner of gifts, resort wear, souvenirs, and local arts and crafts, and to
explore the island's many natural attractions, including the mysterious grottos,
saltwater pools, and giant boulder formations of the popular "Baths."

The island's immense natural beauty with its many secluded and pristine beaches and bays, national parks at Gorda Peak, Devil's Bay, Spring Bay, and the North Sound, the island's huge variety of unique, indiginous plants, the exotic birds inhabiting the nature sanctuary at Little Fort National Park, and the miles of rugged trails which run throughout the island make Virgin Gorda a breathtaking paradise you will want to return to again and again.