The British Virgin Islands are situated
some 60 miles east of Puerto Rico and form part of a chain
(archipelago) of Caribbean Islands created 25 million years
ago.
The dramatically shaped island of Virgin Gorda
reminded Christopher Columbus of a reclining woman, so he
named it Virgin Gorda, the "Fat Virgin." The third
largest island of the BVI, Virgin Gorda measures eight and
a half square miles.
Virgin Gorda is an island to explore. Known
for its preponderance of renowned beaches ranging from "The
Baths" and boulder strewn Spring Bay to the long white
sandy beach of Savannah Bay.
In addition to the sheer beauty of the island,
travelers are drawn to Virgin Gorda for its yacht clubs, quiet
coves, safe anchorages, and luxury resorts.
With an impressive Yacht Harbor, located less than half a
mile from Virgin Gorda Village Hotel, life on Virgin Gorda focuses
on the many water opportunities. |
