With tourism on the rise, and holiday options becoming vaster, it may seem as though the best months to book a holiday are those running up to summer. However, even if the summer is coming to a close there is still time to book a warm holiday and soak up the sun. In fact, there are plenty of locations like The British Virgin Islands which boast warm temperatures all year round, even if you are planning to go nearer to the winter months. With a total of 83 thousand overnight visitor arrivals and 219 thousand cruise passenger arrivals in 2020 the British Virgin Islands have become one of the most popular destinations for tourists to consider when booking their next trip. 

The British Virgin Islands is known by this title as in 1666, British planters took over the islands from the original Dutch settlers, and they acquired the status of a British colony. Today, the BVI remain a Territory under the British Crown and are world-renowned for their excellent sailing and yachting, many dive sites, and dazzling beaches. It is recommended that any tourist visiting the British Virgin Islands do so from September to November as it is the best way to avoid large crowds and masses of tourists. With an average of 9 hours of sun each day even during this period, tourists do not need to worry about missing out on all the summer activities. 

With advancing technology, the process of booking a holiday to the British Virgin Islands is also easier than ever. With sites like Borrow a Boat offering details about the catamaran charter and various yacht chartering services, the tourist cuts out the extra hassle of having to visit a local physical travel agency in order to book a holiday. Online boat rental services like these also have features including a filter which allows individuals to choose specific vessels according to their own individual preferences. Recent trends reveal that there is an increasing demand to hire the Catamaran above any other type of vessel. Not only are they more spacious than many other types of vessels but they are also much more stable which means the likelihood of the boat coming into danger or capsizing is less. You may also have the option to hire a captain and a crew on board which can be great for excavating the best advice about where to go and what secret locations to visit where you can avoid large crowds.

 

The British Virgin Islands still offer a significant amount of activities even during the winter months. 

Hiring vessels like the Catamaran also gives tourists a unique opportunity to visit multiple sites at once and participate in a range of activities. In fact, the British Virgin Islands is one of the best places to visit as it is filled with things to do. Firstly, those visiting this location will certainly be familiar with the myriad of snorkeling opportunities by visiting places like The Chimney (West Bay). This is where an underwater arch forms amongst the long canyon walls and where you can get a glimpse of various sea life including squids and jellyfish. Tourists can also visit Visibles (Off Cockroach Island) with huge moray eels and nurse sharks call the caves and canyons of the Visibles their home, as well as spawning jacks, snappers, and groupers. For other types of tourists who are not so much a fan of exploring there are also several beach bars like the Soggy Dollar Bar on Jost Van Dyke which offers an array of drinks for you to sip on the beach. This beach bar is also known as a party destination on Sundays as many sailing boats pull up and have fun together with music and dancing as well as drinks from the bar. 

Possibly one of the most scenic and picturesque locations in the British Virgin Islands is The Baths which have been regarded as a national park since 1990. The Virgin Gorda Baths are a busy site and one of the British Virgin Islands' most famous landmarks. This well-known bay is saturated with expansive granite boulders, creating sea pools and grottoes that are ideal for snorkeling and exploring. Its clear waters are not only perfect for diving, but its giant boulders and sandy beaches are what makes it be considered the eighth wonder of the world. Alternatively, if you want to relax and unwind there are plenty of opportunities for sunbathing as well as a restaurant at the top of the hill that has a wide variety of food and drinks at reasonable prices. Close by The Baths is Gorda Peak National Park which offers tourists hiking trails which go to the summit of Gorda Peak which is 1,370 feet. Those who are a fan of wildlife like reptiles and tree frogs which can be found on the trail may also be satisfied with the vegetation on the trails, with 107 hectares of semi-rainforest, rare plants and six species of native orchids. 

In summary, it is never too late to book a summer holiday even if summer is drawing to a close and you are anxious that you have ‘missed the boat’. Locations like the British Virgin Islands are not just warm all year round but also have fun filled activities, historic sites and opportunities to connect with nature. The best way to real all the benefits of visiting this stunning location is to hire a yacht or boat like a Catamaran and go sailing around it so that you miss out on nothing.