The Best of the British Virgin Islands: An Indispensable Guide for Anyone Visiting Tortola, Virgin Gorda, Jost Van Dyke, Anegada, Cooper, Guana, and All Other BVI Destinations [Paperback]

Pamela Acheson (Author)

Book Description

Series: Best of the British Virgin Islands | Publication Date: April 1, 2001

Brimming with insider hints and local information, this third edition guide has been updated and expanded to cover all of the British Virgin Islands in detail. Shared are tips such as where to find the most spectacular scenic drives, deserted beaches, hidden snorkeling spots, and the best locales for live, local music. Also covered are the best restaurants, resorts, inns, and private villas of the islands, as well as activities from sailing and horseback riding to nature walks and day trips to other islands.

Editorial Reviews

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"Pamela Acheson shares her intimate knowledge of hotels, inns, bars, restaurants, shops, and attractions." -- Virgin Island Weekly Journal, 1997

"The Best of the British Virgin Islands is aptly named, and in the hands of a traveler bound for these islands is a near-guarantee of a great trip." -- Independent Publisher, March 1998

"The Best of the British Virgin Islands is essential to getting the most out of any trip to the British Virgin Islands." -- Midwest Book Review, January 1998

"Unquestionably the best guidebook ever written on the BVI." -- Caribbean Dream Travel, January 1998

From the opening chapter, all the way through the index, it's obvious that this is a travel book written by a local, and not a visiting travel writer; found here are inside secrets, tips and just plain chatter no short-term visitor could hope to learn. If you want to see the real Virgin Islands, and not just the picture postcard, this book is for you. However, it does not contain photographs or detailed maps, so might be best used as a companion guide, along with other materials. Author Pamela Acheson shares such quaint insights as why one might encounter goats in boats (their owners frequently move them from island to island), how to maneuver through a roundabout (slowly and carefully, despite what other drivers are doing) and where to get the best cinnamon rolls (Christine's on Jost Van Dyke). A "Best of" list at the end of the book is quite valuable, as are the author's insights into each of the listed resorts, cabins, campgrounds and rental houses. The "Great Things to Do" sections, however, frequently state the obvious: "Float - just lie on one of those floats on the warm Carribean and do nothing." The Best of the British Virgin Islands is aptly named, and in the hands of a traveler bound for these islands offers a near-guarantee of a great trip. -- From Independent Publisher --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

About the Author

Pamela Acheson is the author of The Best of St. Thomas and St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands and a coauthor of The Best Romantic Escapes in Florida and The Best Romantic Escapes in Florida, Volume Two. She lives in New Smyrna Beach, Florida, and the British Virgin Islands.

Product Details

• Paperback: 144 pages
• Publisher: Two Thousand Three Associates; Third edition edition (April 1, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1892285045
• ISBN-13: 978-1892285041
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6.4 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.5 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,835,150 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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45 of 46 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Best of the BVI, April 8, 2000

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This review is from: The Best of the British Virgin Islands (The Best of Series) (Paperback)

Pamela Acheson gives many, many helpful comments on each island in the BVI. She describes all of the beaches, many restaurants and bars, and offers many helpful hints. We relied heavily on her book for our recent visit to Tortola and were not disappointed. She is right on with all of her comments, such as Jost Van Dyke is a really great day trip, how to greet and deal with the locals, Tortola's amazing roads, her suggested adventure to Smuggler's Cove (with complete directions and what to expect), and her evaluation of many restaurants including Brandywine Bay, Sugar Mill, Roti Palace, an unnamed local fish fry, and especially a lovely Italian cafe named Capriccio di Mare (all very good). Her suggestions such as to take at least one nautical adventure, take in the view from Sky World, watch out for a particular mule, etc., were all helpful and accurate. Ferry schedules, banking, the best water taxis, etc. were all very useful. As is written on the book jacket, we found it to be an indispensable, friendly, fun-to-use guide for anyone visiting the BVI.

26 of 27 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent insiders guide to the BVI's, October 31, 1998

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This review is from: The Best of the British Virgin Islands (The Best of Series) (Paperback)

This book is full of useful information on where to go, what to do, etc. in a very readable well organized format. It's like having a resident friend tell you all about your options.

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A must-have for a trip to the BVI, March 31, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: The Best of the British Virgin Islands (The Best of Series) (Paperback)

We took this book with us on our recent trip to Virgin Gorda in the BVI, and we were amazed at how accurate the information was. We went to many places on Virgin Gorda recommended in Acheson's book and were thrilled that her reviews were so on-target. Would highly recommend this book to anyone planning a trip to the British Virgin Islands, and especially to Virgin Gorda.