The British Virgin Islands (BVI) is a British overseas territory, located in the Caribbean to the east of Puerto Rico. The islands make up part of the Virgin Islands archipelago (the remainder constituting the U.S. Virgin Islands; see also Spanish Virgin Islands).
The British Virgin Islands consist of the main islands of Tortola, Virgin Gorda, Anegada and Jost Van Dyke, along with over 50 other smaller islands and cays. Around 15 of the islands are inhabited. The largest island, Tortola, is approximately 12 miles (19 km) long and 3 miles (5 km) wide. The islands have a total population of about 22,000. Road Town, the capital, is situated on Tortola.
Over fifty islands make up this unspoilt Caribbean destination and there is something for everyone. Whether you are looking for a quiet hideaway villa, a luxury resort with every facility imaginable, a small, friendly property, bareboat charter or luxury crewed yacht, you will find it in the BVI. Stunning powder white beaches, tranquil turquoise waters, fine dining with a Caribbean twist, friendly local entertainment, water sports, diving, sailing, windsurfing and fishing – the British Virgin Islands have it all. No wonder the BVI are known as Nature’s Little Secrets.