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Virgin Islands Photo Tour

Explore Virgin Islands with our photo tour of the area. Our selection of photos of famous landmarks, architecture, beaches to get a real flavour of the people and their culture to help you choose your next yachting vacation location.

Red phone box on Virgin Gorda

Subtle British influences can be found throughout the British Virgin Islands and you can often see bright red London-style phone boxes punctuating the picture postcard settings. Virgin Gorda is one of the most popular superyacht destinations in the archipelago, known for its exclusive yachts clubs, safe anchorages and hidden coves that dot the coastline and are only accessible by water.

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View across harbour of Charlotte Amalie Town

To get a feel for the many international origins that have influenced the Virgin Islands, step back in time on the St. Thomas capital of Charlotte Amalie in the US Virgin Islands and explore its many important historical sites. The city is known for its striking Danish colonial architecture which combined with the strong Caribbean culture results in a fusion of colours, styles, restaurants and backdrops.

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View across harbour of Charlotte Amalie Town

Snorkelling off Norman Island

A Virgin Islands superyacht experience just isn’t complete without exploring the kaleidoscopic depths of the coral-rich Caribbean waters. There a multitude of spectacular dive sites to choose from including ‘The Indians’ off the coast of Norman Island in the BVI’s. Reputed to be the site of buried treasure from the galleon Nuestra Senora, this dramatic reef and rocky outcrop resemble an Indian headdress and are fantastic for snorkelling.

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Unspoilt Lindquist Beach, St. Thomas

You can always judge the quality of a Caribbean beach by whether the locals use it, and the undeveloped on the US Virgin Island Lindquist Beach of St. Thomas is a favourite Sunday retreat of the surrounding villages. Only accessible via water or dirt track, the idyllic white sands and azure waters encompass a rugged feel, leaving you to relax under the shade of a palm tree and watch the sting rays glide in the shallow waters.

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Caneel Bay US Virgin Islands

The exclusive Caneel Bay Resort on the US Virgin Island of St John is perfect for a few hours of relaxation ashore. Indulge in some laid-back luxury with a massage or lunch in one of the fine dining ocean-view restaurants before picking a spot on one of the seven stunning beaches on offer.

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Enjoy an afternoon picnic on Salomon Beach, St. John

The small, relatively remote sandy cove of Salomon Beach on the island of St. John is the perfect spot of an afternoon picnic. There is no road access to the beach so it remains sparsely populated throughout the year and some great snorkelling is available at the rocky headland that extends into the water between Salomon and Honeymoon Bay.

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Enjoy an afternoon picnic on Salomon Beach, St. John

Scuba diving in the US Virgin Islands

The marine life- rich waters of the US Virgin Islands are home to more than 500 species of fish, 40 types of coral and hundreds of invertebrates. From silvery horse-eye jacks to charismatic leatherback turtles, these warm, crystalline Caribbean depths provide an abundance of unique scuba diving opportunities – an unmissable part of a Virgin Islands superyacht experience.

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‘Alice in Wonderland’ coral reef, BVI

During a British Virgin Islands charter itinerary you will have access to a selection of the world’s most renowned dive sites ranging from hauntingly beautiful wrecks to spectacular coral reefs. Anchor off the coast of Ginger Island and explore the 12m coral wall known as Alice in Wonderland, opening into a ‘fantasy’ world of vast, vibrant coral formations.

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Frenchman’s Reef, St. Thomas

To extend your ultimate luxury experience ashore, head to the exclusive Frenchman’s Reef & Morning Star Marriott Beach Resort set in the beautiful surroundings of St. Thomas Island. Set majestically on a promontory overlooking the east side of Charlotte Amalie's harbour, the sheltered waters are ideal for snorkelling and the spa facilities and waterfront fine dining restaurants complete a few hours indulgence.

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Idyllic Trunk Bay, St. John

As part of the Virgin Islands National Park, it is easy to see why the picture-postcard setting of Trunk Bay on the island of St. John is so popular. Below the waterline, the bay is famous for its underwater snorkelling trail - complete with interpretive signs – while set back from the white sands are the Annaberg Sugar Plantation ruins just waiting to be explored. For those who want to avoid the crowds, this beach is best visited outside of the high season.

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Superyachts lined-up in the port of St. Thomas

Every winter the picturesque harbours throughout the Virgin Islands play host to some of the world’s largest and most luxurious charter yachts. The port of Charlotte Amalie is renowned for its lush setting and magnificent colonial architecture where charter guests can just sit back and enjoy the views with a glass of champagne as the sun goes down behind the emerald hills.

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Superyachts lined-up in the port of St. Thomas

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The north-shore beaches of the US Virgin Islands

The US Virgin Islands northern shores are lined with finest of Caribbean white sand beaches, ranging from the hidden bohemian treasure of Gibney Beach to the glittering Honeymoon Bay. Luxury charter yacht is the only way to enjoy these stretches of pristine sands, where you can spend your days beach-hopping from one paradise island to another and making full use of the selection of watertoys at your disposal.

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The north-shore beaches of the US Virgin Islands

Charter grounds of Virgin Gorda

A cruise through the stunning Sir Francis Drake Channel and onto the beautiful Virgin Gorda is in itself a beauty to behold. Easing to the east of the British Virgin Island archipelago, Virgin Gorda is the third largest in the group and offers a plethora of water-borne and ashore attractions. One thing that can’t be missed is The Baths on the southwest coast, a series of seawater pools shaded by giant granite boulders that area ideal for relaxing in the warm shallow waters or exploring further by snorkel or kayaks.

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A mountain-view sunrise in St. Thomas

A superyacht vacation will include many a sunrise and sunset that never ceases to amaze the senses. Whether it's from the sundeck of your luxury vessel or from ashore, make sure to wake early at least once to watch the Caribbean landscapes come alive with colour as the sun rises for the day. An early morning hike into the mountains of St. Thomas ensures some of the best views across the Virgin Islands.

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