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Palm tree and rocks at The Baths beach.

Palm tree and rocks at The Baths beach.

Why visit British Virgin Islands

The British Virgin Islands (BVI) are territories of Her Majesty's land, but aside from scattered offerings of fish and chips, there's little that's overtly British. Most travelers come to hoist a jib and dawdle among the 50-plus isles. With steady trade winds, calm currents, protected bays and pirate-ship bars, this is one of the world's sailing hot spots.

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Consistently balmy weather, ridiculously white sandy shores, diving and snorkeling and calypso-wafting beach bars make for an excellent tropical vacation.


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Consistently balmy weather, ridiculously white sandy shores, diving and snorkeling and calypso-wafting beach bars make for an excellent tropical vacation.


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