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Issue #17 · 2026 · 3 min read
British Virgin Islands: Explore the Islands, Feel the Love
Ranked among the Best Family Vacations in the Caribbean for 2026 by U.S. News & World Report, the British Virgin Islands stand out naturally. Easy to reach, they reveal an exceptional ensemble shaped by the sea, with distinct islands and landscapes that shift continuously with the light. A remarkable archipelago to be fully experienced, in a direct, contemplative and sensory connection with its…
"Ranked among the Best Family Vacations in the Caribbean for 2026 by U.S. News & World Report, the British Virgin Islands stand out naturally. Easy to reach, they reveal an exceptional ensemble shaped by the sea, with distinct islands and landscapes that shift continuously with the light. A remarkable archipelago to be fully experienced, in a direct, contemplative and sensory connection with its surroundings."
By Agnès Monlouis-Félicité
A Caribbean escape within easy reach
The BVI archipelago brings together Tortola, Virgin Gorda, Jost Van Dyke, and Anegada. Four islands connected by the sea, known for their striking beaches, sculpted landscapes, and a sense of place that is instantly clear.
Sailing sets the pace. Distances remain short, moorings follow one another seamlessly, routes feel intuitive. This direct relationship with the sea shapes every movement. Hospitality is part of that experience. Genuine, relaxed, and welcoming, it creates an immediate sense of ease. Arriving through Tortola, everything falls into place quickly, with that rare feeling of being elsewhere from the very first moments.
Islands to explore, places to feel
The experience unfolds through a series of movements, each stop adding a new layer.
From Tortola, Cane Garden Bay offers a lively stretch of beach, while Smugglers Cove remains quieter, set aside. Norman Island is often an early stop, known for its caves accessible by snorkeling.
On Virgin Gorda, The Baths naturally slow the pace. Granite boulders create narrow passages, shaded areas, and smooth pools before opening onto Devil’s Bay. The site is meant to be crossed, experienced, remembered. Further north, North Sound introduces a different scale. The protected lagoon, dotted with moorings, shifts in tone throughout the day. Around Saba Rock, light reshapes the water and the surrounding landscape.
On Jost Van Dyke, White Bay invites longer stops, with shallow waters and a relaxed atmosphere. The Bubbly Pool, more exposed, brings a constant motion to the shoreline.
Anegada stands apart. Flat terrain, open horizons, shell- covered beaches, the island still carries traces of early Arawak presence. It is also where the island’s renowned lobster is served, freshly caught and simply prepared.
Off Salt Island, the RMS Rhone wreck draws divers. Together, these places create a sequence of experiences, sailing, exploring, tasting, connecting.
Drawing your route, embracing the moment
Planning a trip to the British Virgin Islands is simple and straightforward. Arrival through Tortola, well connected and easy to reach, provides immediate access to the rest of the archipelago.
A few key stops are enough to organize the journey. Tortola to begin, Norman Island nearby, Virgin Gorda for The Baths, then North Sound and Saba Rock to extend the experience. Jost Van Dyke and Anegada open up new perspectives along the way.
Anegada requires a slightly different approach, by ferry or small aircraft, and offers in return a more open setting, ideal for relaxation and a slower pace.
Nothing is fixed once there. Days move between sailing, swimming, resting, and light exploration. The rhythm adjusts naturally, in a setting that balances relaxation and adventure. Planning the trip is already part of the experience. A destination that is easy to organize and effortless to enjoy. Right Here, Right Now.
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