The Virgin Islands are divided into two parts - the US Virgin Islands to the west and south and the British Virgin Islands (BVI) to the east and north. With lush tropical vegetation and crystal clear water, they are one of the top charter destinations in the world.
US VIRGIN ISLANDS
US Virgin Islands are a cluster of over 50 islands, 1,100 miles southeast of Miami.
Surrounded by warm tropical waters, the Virgin Islands are a natural choice for anyone who loves to get their feet wet. Every day brings yet another exciting water adventure, whether down in the depths, skimming the surface or lounging on the shore.
CAPITAL: Charlotte Amelie
ISLANDS’ SIZE:
St Croix - 84 square miles, St Thomas – 32 square miles, St John – 19 square miles.
St Thomas
Shimmering bays, powdery white beaches, towering green hills, cosmopolitan lifestyle and unsurpassed shopping – this is St Thomas. A natural deep-water port, it has one of the most stunningly beautiful harbors in the world. Read more about St Thomas .
St John
St John is the smallest and most enchanting of the three US Virgin Islands. The majority of its verdant hills and sun drenched beaches are preserved as a National Park. St John is a non-commercial, low key treasure island with tranquil beaches, sleepy lagoons, underwater coral gardens, scenic roads, well maintained walking trails, lush foliage and fascinating plantation ruins. Read more about St John .
St Croix
Gentle terrain, romantic vistas, lush rolling hills, old Danish towns, pristine beaches and crystal clear water – this is St Croix.
BVI
The British Virgin Islands are made up of over 60 islands, most of which are uninhabited. The four major islands are Tortola (21 square miles), Anegada (15 square miles), Virgin Gorda (8 square miles) and Jost Van Dyke (4 square miles).
The pristine British Virgin Islands make a perfect getaway. You can sunbathe on Jost Van Dyke, explore the granite rock formations at the Baths on Virgin Gorda, snorkel untouched reefs around Anegada, scuba dive the world famous Wreck of the RMS Rhone, hike through National Parks, or party at famous floating restaurants.
CAPITAL: Road Town, Tortola
Tortola
Tortola is the largest of the British Virgins with a lusciously green and mountaneous southern coast dotted with frangipani and ginger; its northern side has glorious white sand beaches and an abundance of mango and banana groves.
Read more about Tortola.
The Baths (Virgin Gorda)
The Baths are the most famous attraction on Virgin Gorda – they are unique rock formations of huge granite boulders and hidden sea pools. Read more about Virgin Gorda .
Jost Van Dyke
Said to have been named for a Dutch pirate, Jost Van Dyke is known for its rustic isolation. It is famous for its protected anchorages and unspoiled beaches shaded by coconut palms and seagrape trees. Read more about Jost Van Dyke .
Anegada
Tiny, isolated and the only coral island in the volcanic BVI chain, Anegada is a world apart. While the snorkeling and diving is superb, the beaches cotton-soft, don’t miss the protected wildlife and tropical birds while hiking the interior as the highest point on this little island is only 28 feet!
Other beautiful isles in the British chain include Peter, Guana, Cooper, Little Natch, Necker and Scrub Island.
The Baths (Virgin Gorda)
Tortola
With all the natural beauty and great weather year around, the Virgin Islands are one of the world's top destinations for yacht charters and sailing.
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