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Rhone Marine Park

Road Town

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Rhone Marine Park

Extending between Dead Chest Island and Salt Island southeast of Road Town, Rhone Marine Park is an 800-acre treasure trove of marine species where corals, fish, turtles, lobsters and many other marine species drift around the famous wreck of the Royal Mail Steamer Rhone. Sunk by a hurricane in 1867, the steamship has over time become the most popular dive site in the British Virgin Islands.

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Rich in cultural and natural treasures, the British Virgin Islands offer over 50 islands' worth of entertainment, sport and recreation, with the omnipresence of seafaring and unique marine life.

The Baths of Virgin Gorda Copyright: Joann/Pixabay
The Baths of Virgin Gorda
Named after the island's shape resembling a curvy woman, Virgin Gorda is home to one of the most popular tourist attractions in the British Virgin Islands. The large granite boulders scattered on the beach are not only spectacular, but also form pools and grottoes for the enjoyment of visitors of all …
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Callwood Rum Distillery Copyright: Ray Shrewsberry/Unsplash
Callwood Rum Distillery
With over two hundred years in operation, the Callwood Rum Distillery is one of the oldest establishments in the British Virgin Islands, located in the stunning — and aptly named — Cane Garden Bay. Visitors are offered the chance to get an insight into rum production, and to buy a bottle of the widely …
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Spring Regatta & Sailing Festival Copyright: Airam Dato-on/Pexels
Spring Regatta & Sailing Festival
A popular time to visit the British Virgin Islands is during the annual Spring Regatta & Sailing Festival, which has been attracting vast crowds of sailing enthusiasts since 1972. Set your own sail or explore the offerings of many a charter company, and get to know the Caribbean from a whole new …
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J.R. O'Neal Botanical Gardens Copyright: Skyler Ewing/pexels
J.R. O'Neal Botanical Gardens
J.R. O'Neal Botanical Gardens is a small, serene oasis away from the hustle and bustle of Road Town, located about 2 km from the cruise terminal. Despite the damage caused by Hurricane Irma, the gardens are still a delightful and well-maintained attraction filled with lush tropical vegetation. The collection of tropical plants represents different …
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Rhone Marine Park Copyright: Leonardo Lamas/Pexels
Rhone Marine Park
Extending between Dead Chest Island and Salt Island southeast of Road Town, Rhone Marine Park is an 800-acre treasure trove of marine species where corals, fish, turtles, lobsters and many other marine species drift around the famous wreck of the Royal Mail Steamer Rhone. Sunk by a hurricane in 1867, the steamship has over …
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Diamond Cay National Park Copyright: giggel/CC BY 3.0/Wikimedia Commons
Diamond Cay National Park
There are a dozen of national parks in the British Virgin Islands, and since every major island has one, it is easy to incorporate a hike into your itinerary. Diamond Cay is Jost Van Dyke's treasure box located on the east side of the island, and is in fact a 1.25-acre bird sanctuary that's …
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Her Majesty's Prison Museum Copyright: Jimmy Chan/Pexels
Her Majesty's Prison Museum
A unique landmark in the centre of Road Town, whose history has been enriched by numerous events since the era of plantation society in the 18th century. The site is easy to explore on your own, but it's worth joining a guided tour for some insider facts on this unsettling …
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Smuggler's Cove Copyright: thiago japyassu/Pexels
Smuggler's Cove
This secluded beach is the best option for a quick dip outside Road Town. Located only a half an hour's drive from the city across Sage Mountain National Park, Smuggle's Cove guarantees not only a peaceful time but also excellent conditions for …
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Cooper Island Copyright: Erika Lombardo/CC BY 2.0/Flickr
Cooper Island
Tourists tend to flock to Virgin Gorda for its beauty, Anegada for the lobster and Jost Van Dyke for the vibrant bar scene — crowds will be thinner in Cooper Island, but it does not mean it is any less worthy of dropping anchor. Boasting pristine beaches, excellent diving conditions with a 'wreck alley' …
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