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Ranked #1 of 22 attractions in Tortola
- ”My Absolute FAVORITE Spot in the BVIs“ 17/05/2013
- ”Wish this place was still a secret“ 15/05/2013
Category: Islands
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Anegada or the "drowned island" is completely surrounded by shallow reefs, and has become the focal point of underwater...
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Anegada or the "drowned island" is completely surrounded by shallow reefs, and has become the focal point of underwater diving due to the many historic shipwrecks that litter the island's underwater depths.
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Ranked #2 of 22 attractions in Tortola
- ”Picture perfect wreck dive“ 16/04/2013
- ”Pretty cool“ 09/04/2013
Category: Marinas
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Park that encompasses the wreck of the HMS Rhone, a mail ship that sunk during a hurricane in 1867, and Dead Chest Island,...
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Park that encompasses the wreck of the HMS Rhone, a mail ship that sunk during a hurricane in 1867, and Dead Chest Island, both great dive sites.
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Ranked #3 of 22 attractions in Tortola
- ”A Highlight Of Our Tortola Stay“ 30/04/2013
- ”My favorite beach“ 01/04/2013
Category: Bodies of Water; Beaches
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A lovely beach sweeping for half a mile, which provides a great place to swim, snorkel, sunbathe or just relax and watch the...
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A lovely beach sweeping for half a mile, which provides a great place to swim, snorkel, sunbathe or just relax and watch the pelicans dive for fish.
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Ranked #4 of 22 attractions in Tortola
- ”Lovely and Quaint“ 15/05/2013
- ”Surreal.“ 06/05/2013
Category: Beaches; Bodies of Water; Reefs
Smugglers Cove is fantastic - with decent snorkeling, pristine white sands, tranquil atmosphere, amazing views and waters right out of a magazine AD. While there are no... more »
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Ranked #5 of 22 attractions in Tortola
- ”Beautiful bay, with a great restaurant...“ 17/05/2013
- ”Cruise Ship Sheeple“ 10/05/2013
Category: Beaches; Bodies of Water
When visting the British Virgin Islands, dont miss the lovely Cane Garden Bay, the hub of Tortola's beach scene. CGB offers several beach bar/restaurants that allow you to laze... more »
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Ranked #6 of 22 attractions in Tortola
- ”Fabulous day at a gorgeous beach“ 11/05/2013
- ”The little secret in "Nature's Little...“ 10/05/2013
Category: Bodies of Water; Beaches
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An exceptional bay and beach area on Tortola's north shore, which is protected by boulder-strewn barrier reefs, making this...
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An exceptional bay and beach area on Tortola's north shore, which is protected by boulder-strewn barrier reefs, making this stretch of water popular for swimming and snorkeling.
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Ranked #7 of 22 attractions in Tortola
- ”Exquisite Squared“ 15/05/2013
- ”Impressions of Long Bay Beach“ 17/03/2013
Category: Beaches
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A perfect getaway for a day, this charming, half-mile strip of soft white sand is isolated and rarely visited since it is...
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A perfect getaway for a day, this charming, half-mile strip of soft white sand is isolated and rarely visited since it is accessible only by a small dirt road.
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Ranked #8 of 22 attractions in Tortola
- ”Only one server“ 07/05/2013
- ”Regatta '13“ 21/04/2013
Category: Beaches
Nanny Cay has the feel and all the amenities of a small tropical village, including shopping, dining and lodging options.
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Ranked #9 of 22 attractions in Tortola
- ”we don't surf, but enjoyed the waves“ 09/02/2013
- ”Excellent Pelican Watching“ 18/01/2013
Category: Bodies of Water; Beaches
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The Apple Bay area offers a series of intriguing beaches and seaside villages, with excellent surfing, resorts and superb...
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The Apple Bay area offers a series of intriguing beaches and seaside villages, with excellent surfing, resorts and superb dining.
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Ranked #10 of 22 attractions in Tortola
- ”Wierd but well worth a visit for somet...“ 02/05/2013
- ”Weird“ 09/04/2013
Category: Speciality Museums
A cluttered Carrot Bay museum with thousands of shells on display, as well as boats and various crafts.
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Ranked #11 of 22 attractions in Tortola
- ”Ridge Road: The "Heart of Tortola!"“ 17/03/2013
- ”great veiws“ 27/10/2012
Category: Scenic Drives
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This breathtaking road linking the capital Road Town with the West End features breathtaking views at dizzying heights,...
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This breathtaking road linking the capital Road Town with the West End features breathtaking views at dizzying heights, farms, highland Caribbean settlements, restaurants and national parks.
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Ranked #12 of 22 attractions in Tortola
- ”Solitude“ 14/04/2013
- ”Shady pleasant place to reflect and ge...“ 23/01/2013
Category: Gardens
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Established in 1986, this 4.5-acre garden displays a beautiful array of indigenous and exotic flowers and plants, in addition...
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Established in 1986, this 4.5-acre garden displays a beautiful array of indigenous and exotic flowers and plants, in addition to the tropical birds that make the Garden's miniature tropical rainforest their home.
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Ranked #13 of 22 attractions in Tortola
- ”Not worth the hike.“ 08/04/2013
- ”Hike the tallest peak in BVI“ 24/03/2013
Category: National Parks
The highest point in Tortola is accessible via a number of marked trails.
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Ranked #14 of 22 attractions in Tortola
- ”interesting to learn the history“ 13/07/2012
Category: Speciality Museums; Museums
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To get your cultural fill, stop by this small museum to view its collection of curios and relics from the island's slavery...
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To get your cultural fill, stop by this small museum to view its collection of curios and relics from the island's slavery days.
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Ranked #15 of 22 attractions in Tortola
- ”Belle promenade, calme avec de superbe...“ 04/02/2012
Category: Historic Sites
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Built by the Royal Engineers in 1794, Tortola's largest fortification is now a pile of ruins, with a few walls, a cistern and...
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Built by the Royal Engineers in 1794, Tortola's largest fortification is now a pile of ruins, with a few walls, a cistern and an underground magazine remaining.
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Ranked #16 of 22 attractions in Tortola
- ”Late lunch“ 04/04/2013
- ”Very basic“ 05/03/2013
Category: Ancient Ruins; Historic Sites
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The most intact historic ruin on Tortola was built by the Dutch in the early 17th century to safeguard Road Harbour. It sits...
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The most intact historic ruin on Tortola was built by the Dutch in the early 17th century to safeguard Road Harbour. It sits on a hill at the western edge of Road Town and is now the site of a small hotel and restaurant. The foundations and magazine remain, and the structure offers a commanding view of the harbor. COST: Free. Daily dawn-dusk.
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Ranked #17 of 22 attractions in Tortola
- ”closed down?“ 07/08/2012
- ”Disappointing“ 20/02/2012
Category: Observation Decks/ Towers
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Drive up here and climb the observation tower for a stunning, 360° view of numerous islands and cays. On a clear day you can...
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Drive up here and climb the observation tower for a stunning, 360° view of numerous islands and cays. On a clear day you can even see St. Croix (40 mi/64½ km away) and Anegada (20 mi/32 km away). COST: Free.
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Ranked #18 of 22 attractions in Tortola
- ”?????“ 19/01/2013
Category: National Parks
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An excellent symbol of the sugar plantation era in BVI, this park above Brewer's Bay features the intact remains of a stone...
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An excellent symbol of the sugar plantation era in BVI, this park above Brewer's Bay features the intact remains of a stone windmill, once part of an 18th-century sugar plantation.
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Ranked #19 of 22 attractions in Tortola
- ”Unimpressive beach“ 31/12/2012
- ”not impressed“ 27/06/2012
Category: Marinas; Islands
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Ranked #20 of 22 attractions in Tortola
- ”Don't get there too early!“ 07/05/2013
- ”Do not use this ferry“ 07/05/2013
Category: Ferries/ Boats
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Category: Historic Sites
This archaeological site has yielded numerous objects from the Ostionoid period, between 900 to 1500 A.D.
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Category: Historic Sites; Religious Sites
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Only remnants can be seen of this 18th-century church, which was reputedly headed by a pirate priest who used the site's high...
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Only remnants can be seen of this 18th-century church, which was reputedly headed by a pirate priest who used the site's high ground to spy on passing ships.
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