The majority of the Virgin Islands were formed by intense volcanic activity millenia ago. They are steep-sided with tall, forest-covered hills which form a beautiful backdrop of green.

Tortola is around 20 miles long and 2 miles wide. White-sand beaches and over 40 miles of crystal clear water surround it. The Gun Point villa is located on private land at the western end of the island.

The currency is the US $. Produce in the shops is from the USA unless it is locally grown or caught.

The local economy thrives. Tourists cater to the number of yachtsmen who visit the "charter boat capital of the world" due to its cooling 5-10 knot year-round breezes.

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THE BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS

THE BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS (close up)

TORTOLA