The largest and most populated of the British Virgin Islands is the island of Tortola, acting as home to a diverse array of tropical ecosystems both on land and in the water. Great for a family getaway or simply to retreat from the busy bustle of the world, a Tortola vacation offers travelers great times in some of the world’s most scenic locales.

A trip to Tortola in the British Virgin Islands entails a flight or voyage across the Caribbean. Make sure to take full advantage of the journey there, as well as your time spent on the island. Cruise liners frequent the north shores on their passes by and there is an airport conveniently situated on the east end of the island outside of Parham Town- a fairly busy little town with a marina for small vessels.

On the island of Tortola, a day at the beach is taken to a whole new level. You can’t say that you’ve been to Tortola without visiting one of the white sand beaches or taking a dip in the Caribbean waters. The most popular beaches run along the north shores of the island and consist of well-known beaches such as Elizabeth Beach, Long Bay Beach, and Smuggler’s Cove. Elizabeth Beach is a favored picnic spot featuring spectacular views while Smuggler’s Cove is a secluded portion of the island that makes for a great diving spot.

During your vacation, you will probably encounter the opportunity to expand your adventure to the other Virgin Islands. Don’t miss out and take a boat ride over to some of the outlying destinations such as Jost Van Dyke- an island named after a notable seventeenth-century Dutch privateer who was rumored to have used the its harbors as a hideout. Ferry services run between Tortola and some of the other islands regularly, making it easy to take a day trip out into the Caribbean for a time of discovery.

Since you’re already in the Caribben, take a trip to the nearby US Virgin Islands like St. Croix or St. Thomas.