Tortola - Caribbean Island
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Tortola is one of our absolute favorites. It is old fashioned British to its roots and its people are the friendly “belongers”, who make this such a happy place to be. Tortola is the home port of the Caribbean sailing business and many of the visitors to Tortola come to sail the glorious waters and bays. We have villas with private pools on a hillside above Long Bay with simply extraordinary views of the white sands of Long Bay Beach and the sparkling Caribbean beyond.
Tortola Best Villa Service
We will work every day of the week to make you decide to book with us. We will answer all of your questions and help make all of the arrangements to create your perfect Tortola vacation. We love our Tortola Island Partner, who with her friendly staff, will go out of her way to make sure that you are happy. We will all strive to win your trust and make you want to come back again and again.
Tortola Weather
Tortola has clear blue skies and bright sunshine. The temperatures are warm all the year round, with highs in the low 80s in winter and around 90 in the summer. There are tropical showers in the summer, followed by bright sunshine. Atlantic hurricane season is June to November, with the greatest likelihood in September and October.
Travel to Tortola
Tortola Air Travel
Try our easy to use air booking page to find your best itinerary and lowest price airfare
http://www.cvoa.com/book_flights.php
Once you have found your best flights, if you prefer, you can book directly with the airline. Many travelers to Tortola fly to St Thomas (STT) and then take the ferry to Tortola.
Tortola Time Zone
During the winter Tortola, is an hour ahead of the United States East Coast and during the summer Tortola time is the same as US Eastern Standard Time.
Tortola Entry Requirements
US and Canadian citizens require a valid passport to enter the BVI. Some European visitors will require a visa and should contact the BVI Tourist Board for current information. We will be happy to help with any questions you have.
Tortola Airport
The Tortola Airport (EIS) is on Beef Island, which is joined to Tortola. This is a small airport and most international travelers will arrive on connecting flights from Puerto Rico or some of the larger Caribbean islands.
Tortola Ferries
Many Tortola villa visitors fly into St Thomas (STT) and take the ferry to Tortola. There is good and frequent ferry service from St. Thomas. St Thomas ferries go to and from both Tortola ferry ports, Road Town and West End. There is also ferry service from Tortola to Jost Van Dyke, Peter Island and Virgin Gorda.
Tortola Car Rental
If you wish, we will be happy to work with our Island Manager to book your car or jeep rental for you. In this way, we can help coordinate your arrival whether you prefer to drive to your villa or to take a taxi and have your rental car delivered to the villa.
Tortola Arrival Meet and Greet
Tortola arrival arrangements will be different depending on whether you arrive by air or by ferry. It will also depend on whether you arrive at Road Town or West End ferry dock. Finally you may decide to drive yourself to the villa or take a taxi to the villa. We will be happy to help you with all of these arrangements and this can all be planned and finalized about two months before your travel date.
Tortola Villa Food Provisioning
Food provisioning can be provided. If you would like to have a provision package ready at arrival, please let us know when you complete your Travel Details form so that we can arrange it.
Tortola Beaches
Tortola has lots of really beautiful white sand beaches. If you are staying at the West End, the three nearest beaches are Long Bay, Smuggler’s Cove and Cane Garden Bay, all of which are peaceful and beautiful. They are also very good for snorkeling.
Tortola Restaurants
Tortola has many restaurants all over the island. One of our favorites is Pusser’s in Road Town, which feels a little like an English pub with good simple Caribbean food and a gift shop that sells island souvenirs. If you have had a bad day a Pusser’s Painkiller (Pusser’s rum and fruit juice cocktail) in strength numbered versions - #2, #3 and #4 will make you forget your troubles. Some other good restaurants are The Dove, A Secret Garden, Brandywine and Le Cabanon.
Tortola Food and Wine Shopping
There are plenty of food stores on the island. Bobby’s Supermarket offers free food delivery anywhere on the island.
Tortola Shopping
There is no duty free shopping in the BVI. However, Road Town has a some very interesting shops where you can find original things to show your family and friends when you get home. Here are a few ideas
Crafts Alive, Samarkand, Sunny Caribbee Spice Co, Pusser’s and Arawak.
Tortola Attractions
There are lots of things to do and see in Tortola. Sage Mountain National Park offers 91 acres of park and has hiking trails. Shadow's Ranch offers horse riding in Sage Mountain Park. You can also visit the Botanical Gardens.
Tortola Water Sports
Tortola has every water sport that is known to man. Apart from the sailing, there is also: diving, snorkeling, windsurfing, kayaking, and surfboard rentals.
Tortola Money, Credit Cards and Banks
The US$ is used in Tortola. Foreign money can be exchanged at any bank.
Most of the larger restaurants and businesses accept Visa and MasterCard. Some places also American Express. Please make sure that your credit card company knows in advance that you will be using it in another country. Some small shops and restaurants only accept cash or travelers checks.
Tortola Departure Tax
The departure tax for Tortola is $20 by air and $5 by ferry.
Tortola Dress Code
Tortola is extremely casual. A few high end restaurants require more formal clothing. Bathing suits should only be for the beach.
Tortola Water
Tortola tap water is safe to drink.
Tortola Electricity
Electricity is the standard 110 volts (same as US).
Tortola Languages
English is the official language in Tortola.
Tortola Religion
Tortola is predominantly Christian, with several different denominations being practiced here.
Tortola Restaurant Tipping
Tipping is usually at the customer’s discretion though some restaurants add the tip to the bill. A usual tip for good service is 15%.
Emergency Phone Numbers
Police, Fire or Ambulance - dial 999
VILLA QUESTIONS
questions@cvoa.com
888.776.1616
