If relaxing on a small tropical island, far removed from the stress of everyday life appeals, look no further than these tiny islands, which offer crystal-clear waters, pristine white beaches and luxurious accommodation.
In a nutshell
Water plays a huge part in the types of activities you'll find - charter a private yacht or indulge in a little scuba-diving. Rediscover the simple pleasures in life - watching the sunset, eating freshly caught seafood and chatting over a bottle of wine.
Getting there
Flight details - Fly direct with Virgin Atlantic from London Gatwick or Manchester to Barbados or fly from London Gatwick with Virgin Atlantic or Manchester with bmi to Antigua. Palm Island is a 50-min hop from Barbados to Union Island with a short final ferry journey. The British Virgin Islands are reached via Antigua with a 1-hour connection flight to Beef Island and land transfer to Long Bay.
Time difference - GMT -4 hours.
Language - English.
Star attractions
- Off the Beaten Track
- Stunningly Beautiful
- Amazing Snorkelling
- Deserted Beaches to Discover
- Water Sports Galore
Handy stuff
Local Living
Small beer - £1.00
Can of coke - £1.00
Loaf of bread - £0.50
Bottle of wine - £5.80
The above are approx local supermarket costs.
Additional info
Grenadines
32 islands and cays make up the Grenadines, boasting spectacular landscapes and, of course, beautiful beaches. Peace and tranquillity combine with utter sophistication in luxury resorts where every need is met.
British Virgin Islands
Tortola offers excellent sailing and snorkelling opportunities, with Devil's Bay well worth exploring. Virgin Gorda is home to the Baths - a surreal collection of gigantic granite boulders.
Great for Scuba-diving
The Caribbean Sea is amongst the cleanest and clearest in the world. The Grenadines offers the largest variety of fish and reefs. There is also a plethora of spectacular dive sites in the British Virgin Islands.
Total Flexibility
Tailor-make your ideal holiday by combining hotels we feature in different destinations. Try a twin- or triple-centre holiday across different islands and experience the varied scenery and culture.
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