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Wednesday, January 22, 2014

See These 6 Sublime Locations With BVI Yacht Charters

By Marissa Velazquez


Without a doubt, the British Virgin Islands offer some of the best boating locations in the Caribbean. Its array of bars, restaurants, beaches swimming and diving holes provides plenty to do for the fun-loving holiday maker. Any company offering BVI yacht charters will be able to advise on the best locations to visit. Here are six that should be high on the agenda for any visitor to these beautiful islands.

The baths at Virgin Gorda are a series of gigantic granite boulders that are strewn along the beach at the south end of Virgin Gorda. They form a series of caves that contain some amazing formations to explore while snorkeling. Be warned, they are a major tourist attraction and can become busy at certain times of the day. Best to get there before 10.00 and enjoy these stunning formations in relative privacy.

RMS Rhone was a postal ship that sank near Salt Island in 1867. Its wreck is now a major attraction for diving enthusiasts visiting the Caribbean. In addition to the remains of the ship that are still intact, one can see a variety of marine life that has settled in and around the old wreck.

Sandy Spit island near Jost Van Dyke is the archetypal desert island paradise. Encircled by pristine white sandy beaches, it is easily one of the best places to moor for the day and chill out. Snorkelers can explore the stunning coral just off the island, and beach bums can simply relax on that picture-perfect beach. It is a national park, so visitors must remember to treat the island environment with respect.

On Jost Van Dyke itself are its famous bubbly pools. This natural jacuzzi provides visitors with an exhilarating way to experience the force of the waves that crash in from the Caribbean sea. Somewhat off the beaten track, a short hike is required to get to it, but the experience is more than worth the effort.

Another unmissable spot for divers is The Indians, a jagged rock formation (somewhat resembling an Indian head dress, hence the name) near Norman Island. Taking in the huge array of marine wildlife makes this a superb morning stop point. One sight in particular to look out for is when the sun's rays strike the reef, throwing its stunning colors into view. This spectacle alone makes the Indians one of the best diving locations in the region.

A major draw for foodies is the group of islands known as Anegada. Home to the best lobster restaurants in the region, it is an essential stopover for lovers of this tasty crustacean. Here, the lobsters are freshly caught, then grilled in aluminum foil to produce a beautifully succulent dish.

Being in the Caribbean, there is of course plenty of rum on offer, too. BVI yacht charters are an amazing way to see these attractions, and much more. With the luxury and freedom offered by a modern boat, there is perhaps no better way to savour the unique delights of these quintessentially Caribbean islands.




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