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A half hour ferry ride from the U.S. Virgin Islands lies the British Virgin Islands, where the first Dutch and British laid claim to the stunning beauty of the island chain in the 17th century.

The largest island, Tortola, is the major hub for most visitors where independent yacht cruisers may sail the Sir Frances Drake Channel to explore the rest of BVI - including Virgin Gorda, Anegada, Jost Van Dyke and a string of 60 other island and islets that comprise it.

Like many of the islands first discovered by early settlers, today the British Virgin Islands are a charming blend of spectacular beaches, coral reefs, wild tamarind and flowering hibiscus mixed with remnants of forts, churches and even rum distilleries dating back hundreds of years.

Today, accommodation can range from 5-star luxury resorts to rustic island cottages.

Everywhere, visitors are afforded the feeling of soft ocean breezes, warm sandy shores, and the ultimate experience of BVI's unofficial motto, "no worries, no hurries."

The British Virgin Islands - The official site with a colorful look at arriving by sea or air, a complete guide to major attractions, detailed information on best diving, snorkeling, and sailing locales, directory of hotels by cost & type, restaurants & nightlife plus tips on getting around by car, scooter or inter-island ferry, maps & photos.

BVI Welcome Magazine - The online edition with stunning photos and feature stories, current news & events, shopping and restaurant guides, plus practical weather facts & ferry schedule, maps, history & fun facts.

British Virgin Islands Travel Information - Expert advice from Lonely Planet with information on major stops including Tortola, Virgin Gorda, Loblolly Bay, Copper Mine National Park and more with practical travel tips, map, photos & related links.

British Virgin Islands Tourist Information - One-stop browsing for an extensive directory of hotels, restaurants, nightclubs & hotspots. air, boat or sailing charters, diving and snorkeling tours, ferry services, current weather.

British Virgin Islands travel guide - Insider tips & advice from Wikitravel including map and photo. an overview of major attractions, suggestions on where to shop, and how to get around by boat or car.

British Virgin Islands Online Travel Guide - A busy online mall with links to tours, charters, shops, & other travel services offered around the islands.

Virgin Islands Map - U.S. and British Virgin Islands - Get your bearings with maps of all the major islands and related links to more on hotels, restaurants and attractions.

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