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Tourist Arrivals Rising in British Virgin Islands
The British Virgin Islands is having a solid year. Speaking at the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s annual State of the Industry Conference (SOTIC) in, Barbados, the Islands’ director of tourism, Sharon Flax Brutus, announced an across-the-board increase in BVI Arrivals from January […]
Nonstop Flights to British Virgin Islands Launching Soon
The highly-anticipated new nonstop flights from Miami to the British Virgin Islands are set to launch this year, according to British Virgin Islands Director of Tourism Sharon Flax-Brutus. The new BVI Airways flights will be operated on an 86-passenger Avro […]
The 10 Best Hotels in the British Virgin Islands
There are few places that better capture the fantasy of an island vacation than the BVI. It’s always about the water here, about exploring, about discovery, whether you have a boat or not. You are simply drawn to hop the islands, […]
Richard Branson’s New British Virgin Islands Retreat
Move over, Necker. Sir Richard Branson has unveiled a new island retreat in the British Virgin Islands on the other private island he owns, Moskito Island. The villa, which is part of the Virgin Limited Edition collection, is now available […]
VIDEO: The British Virgin Islands’ Superyacht Regatta
It’s one of the newest events on the global superyacht circuit. But it’s also become one of the best. Last week saw the Loro Piano Caribbean Superyacht Regatta, with superyachts from around the world heading to the Yacht Club Costa […]
The Newest Restaurant in the British Virgin Islands
A new place to eat By Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon CJ Travel Editor There’s a new place to dine in the British Virgin Islands. Helmed by two of the region’s best chefs, Xavi Arnau and Patrick Williams, The Club has just opened […]
British Virgin Islands Set for Superyacht Regatta
One of the world’s top superyacht regattas is set to begin again in the British Virgin Islands. The Loro Piana Caribbean Superyacht Regatta and Rendezvous returns to the BVI from March 9 to 12, with 29 superyachts set to participate […]
How to Live on This Beach in the British Virgin Islands
It’s one of the best beaches in the British Virgin Islands: Cane Garden Bay, a beautiful stretch of white-sand beach filled with beach bars. And while that makes it a great place to visit, it makes it an even more […]
VIDEO: One of the Best Snorkeling Spots in the British Virgin Islands
It’s one of the best places to snorkel in the British Virgin Islands: The Indians, the little chain of rocky islets so named for their apparent resemblance to traditional Native American headdresses. But it’s also just a pretty cool place […]
These are the Events to Try This Year in the British Virgin Islands
A new slate of events By Dana Niland CJ Contributor Have you been to the British Virgin Islands? Or is it on your bucket list? Either way, there are now even more ways to explore the archipelago. The BVI has […]
How the British Virgin Islands Is Moving Towards Green Energy
A new approach By Dana Niland CJ Contributor The British Virgin Islands is looking to move the territory’s direction toward green energy. Government officials met with renewable energy leaders in the British Virgin Islands last week to discuss energy issues […]
First-Ever Nonstop Flights Planned Between Miami, British Virgin Islands
A long awaited air link could soon become a reality. And it could be a game-changer for British Virgin Islands tourism and you could soon also charter a jet. The government of the British Virgin Islands has partnered with air […]
VIDEO: Long Bay, Tortola, British Virgin Islands
What’s the prettiest beach in Tortola? There are many contenders, but for sheer, raw beauty, it’s hard not to go with Long Bay. Home to the Long Bay Beach Club, this beach is exotic, powerful, ethereal. It’s got a certain […]
Caribbean Photo of the Week: Marina Cay, British Virgin Islands
The latest Caribbean Photo comes from Caribbean Journal reader Marcus Weitzman of Mesa, Arizona, who sent in this beautiful photograph of Pusser’s restaurant on Marina Cay in the British Virgin Islands. Did you take a great photo of the Caribbean? […]
This Disney Ship’s First Visit to the British Virgin Islands
A new stop By Dana Niland CJ Contributor As part of its new series of calls to the British Virgin Islands, the Disney Wonder cruise ship made its first-ever visit to Tortola. The new calls come as the territory has […]
VIDEO: 10 Seconds on Prickly Pear, British Virgin Islands
By the Caribbean Journal staff It can only be accessed by boat. But if you get there, you’ll never want to leave. This is Prickly Pear, that far-off paradise in the North Sound of Virgin Gorda. Blessed with golden sand […]
British Virgin Islands Upgrading Seismic Network, With Help From Puerto Rico
By the Caribbean Journal staff A team of engineers from the University of Puerto Rico Mayaguez has arrived in the British Virgin Islnads to begin a series of upgrades to the territory’s seismic network. The project is being carried out […]
British Virgin Islands Looks to Strengthen Financial Services Sector
A new push By the Caribbean Journal staff The British Virgin Islands has launched a new push to strengthen the territory’s financial services sector. The new BVI Forward Campaign “aims to build on the strength of the jurisdiction’s internationally renowned […]
British Virgin Islands Set for Food Fete
Another way to taste the archipelago By Dana Niland CJ Contributor The second annual BVI Food Fete, a month-long cultural culinary event, returns to the archipelago this November, offering visitors a one-of-a-kind dining experience as they island-hop around the BVI. […]
On Scrub Island, Rediscovering the British Virgin Islands
Journey to Scrub Island By Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon CJ Travel Editor A hotel isn’t experienced in isolation. No matter how solicitous the service, plush the perks, or silky the sheets, we never really love a resort just for the resort itself. It’s […]
Rum Journal: The Best Rum Bar in the British Virgin Islands
A great little rum bar on Cooper Island It’s a trend we like. More and more hotels are starting to celebrate the glory of rum by creating bars tailored around the spirit. That means rums not just from local distilleries […]
British Virgin Islands Completes Ferry Terminal Renovation
By Dana Niland CJ Contributor Passengers traveling through the British Virgin Islands’ West End Ferry Terminal in Tortola will now enjoy an enhanced guest experience after recent renovations to the facility. This week, the BVI Ports Authority announced the completion […]
New Flight Options Coming to the British Virgin Islands
By Dana Niland CJ Contributor The British Virgin Islands has announced a variety of new airlift options coming to the British Overseas Territory. These new flights come as the BVI prepares for what is expected to be a busy winter […]
British Virgin Islands Sees 3.8 Percent Rise in Tourist Arrivals
Above: the British Virgin Islands (Caribbean Journal photo) By the Caribbean Journal staff The British Virgin Islands is seeing a 3.8 percent improvement in tourist arrivals in 2015, according to data released by the Caribbean Tourism Organization. The British Overseas […]
British Virgin Islands Election Results: Ruling NDP Wins Reelection
Above: the British Virgin Islands (CJ Photo) By the Caribbean Journal staff The ruling National Democratic Party has won the British Virgin Islands’ national elections, according to results released by the BVI’s Office of the Supervisor of Election. Premier Orlando […]
The Best Way to See the British Virgin Islands
Above: a Moorings 48-foot catamaran called “Friend Ship” By Alexander Britell IT’S TWO O’CLOCK on Prickly Pear. Lal has just made us some ti’ punches with the last bit of Rhum St James left on the island. It’s not a bottle that will […]
This is the Coolest (And Greenest) Hotel in the British Virgin Islands
Above: the Cooper Island Beach Club (All photos by CJ) By Alexander Britell COOPER ISLAND — It’s just before twilight and the sea is silver. There are barrels in the sand and a table in the water. On Cooper Island, […]
British Virgin Islands Announces Date for General Elections
Above: Road Town (CJ Photo) By the Caribbean Journal staff The British Virgin Islands has set the date for its upcoming general election. Acting Governor V Inez Archibald announced this week that the British Overseas Territory would hold its vote […]
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