THE LEEWARD ISLANDS, “CARIBBEAN UNPLUGGED”

BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS,"NATURE'S LITTLE SECRET"

BY CLAY LARROY

There is nothing more exciting than travelling. Whether you are going for a road trip to see something new in your own state, or heading off to the Caribbean for the very first time to visit a city you have always dreamed of, there are some travel basics that you should know. Here is a suggestions that will make your travels a little smoother.

Travel in May and October to avoid crowds, save money and enjoy temperate weather. In those months, many families with children cannot travel due to school commitments, making many tourist attractions much less crowded. This may also result in lower costs for airfare and hotels. As an added bonus, the weather in May and October is usually perfect for traveling -- not too hot and not too cold.  When you are ready to plan a vacation contact me!

Sloping hills of green, lush mountainous terrain, extensive coral reefs and famous shipwrecks sum up the thrills and spills of the British Virgin Islands. With myriad nautical pursuits on offer, the 50 idyllic islands are a slice of paradise, though for travelers who prefer to watch the sea rather than get into it, there is the breathtaking chance of spotting dolphins and whales criss-crossing the surface.

Norman Island, was supposedly the location that Robert Louis Stevenson based Treasure Island on. Today's visitors might not stumble across swashbuckling pirates or half-concealed treasure troves, but they will find a highly prized booty of soft sand and gentle, teal waters. Paradise does come at a cost. Overall, the British Virgin Islands are quite an expensive destination. But, for some, this is the necessary price of saving a Caribbean gem from over-commercialization. If this is the intention, the British Virgin Islands are, for now, a resounding success.

Where to stay in British Virgin Islands

Hotels

A wide range of hotel accommodation is available, from luxury resorts to boutique inns; the British Virgin Islands Tourist Board has a comprehensive list (www.bvitourism.com). A 7% hotel accommodation tax is added to all bills.

Camping Caravaning

Only permitted on authorized sites. Details of sites and facilities are available from the tourist board.

Other

Villas, houses and cottages can be hired on a weekly or longer basis. Information on properties is available from the tourist board.

REFERENCE SITES

http://www.travelresearchonline.com/blog/index.php/destination-guides/

http://www.bvitourism.com/

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― E. Lockhart

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