Never been to Tortola

[Grumpy8]

Is there a must see at this stop.

[blue_water]

An island tour is nice because you'll get gread views of the bays and other islands. Cane Garden Bay is the main destination for cruisers so gets very busy.

see the What to do in Tortola thread for beach and tour info.

[Grumpy8]

An island tour is nice because you'll get gread views of the bays and other islands. Cane Garden Bay is the main destination for cruisers so gets very busy.

see the What to do in Tortola thread for beach and tour info.


Thanks for the info..

[hladygirl]

Is there a must see at this stop.
if you like gorgious beaches and quant beach bars and not crowded are then you must go to white bay on jost van dyke.

[Kloofy]

When (not if) you go to Cane Garden Bay MAKE SURE that you visit the Callwood distillery for a tour (google it ). On departing MAKE SURE you buy a bottle (not a small bottle as I stupidly did) of their "Lady Rum". As someone who would not call himself a rum drinker I agree with the sentiment that I read via google that drinking it is more of a religious experience,than a drink. They are wise enough to put plastic caps on their bottles,so smuggling them back on board is not prohibitive. Enjoy your (unofficial) tour of Tortola (picked up just off the boat).
The inhabitants,especially the drivers are some of the best in Caribbean,not pushy and surly as in St Martin for instance. It's a beautiful island and has made me think of it as a destination for a future (non cruise) holiday.
Regards Happy Bobby

[blue_water]

if you like gorgious beaches and quant beach bars and not crowded are then you must go to white bay on jost van dyke.

That is really not accurate, White Bay is pretty but it is one of the most crowded beaches in the BVI because cats and tour boats stop in throughout the day. It may be quieter on some days but that's rare. If you're looking for a fun spot definitely hit |White Bay or Great Harbor and Foxy's.

Smuggler's Cove on Tortola is a beautiful beach with powdered sugar sand, calm water, and Patricia's excellent grill.

[hladygirl]

That is really not accurate, White Bay is pretty but it is one of the most crowded beaches in the BVI because cats and tour boats stop in throughout the day. It may be quieter on some days but that's rare. If you're looking for a fun spot definitely hit |White Bay or Great Harbor and Foxy's.

Smuggler's Cove on Tortola is a beautiful beach with powdered sugar sand, calm water, and Patricia's excellent grill.
don't you get tired of telling people there wrong all the time. i only speak from past experience. haven't found it crowded on weekdays or weekends when there.

[blue_water]

don't you get tired of telling people there wrong all the time. i only speak from past experience. haven't found it crowded on weekdays or weekends when there.

Hladygirl not trying to be disrespectful. I do get tired of seeing posts that are somewhat misleading and can lead people to a spot that they expected to be different, that's all. The bars are fun and the bay is very pretty. But on a typical day White Bay is crowded.

You say you speak from past experience, and I'm assuming you were there once when there was a lull in the arrival of daytrippers. I said it can be quieter some days, and it definitely hes quiet in the evenings.

But people go to White Bay to enjoy cocktails, interact with others, and enjoy the music and the vibe. It is almost always a very busy spot, especially around the Soggy $.

Your description better describes Smuggler's - have you been there?

[hladygirl]

Hladygirl not trying to be disrespectful. I do get tired of seeing posts that are somewhat misleading and can lead people to a spot that they expected to be different, that's all. The bars are fun and the bay is very pretty. But on a typical day White Bay is crowded.

You say you speak from past experience, and I'm assuming you were there once when there was a lull in the arrival of daytrippers. I said it can be quieter some days, and it definitely hes quiet in the evenings.

But people go to White Bay to enjoy cocktails, interact with others, and enjoy the music and the vibe. It is almost always a very busy spot, especially around the Soggy $.

Your description better describes Smuggler's - have you been there?
no i have not been to smugglers cove but will try it next year if we decide to vacation on tortola. i have been to jvd multiple times and never found it crowded even on weekends.

[blue_water]

That is just very different from our experiences and those of others. Guess you were very lucky!
Thanks;)

[alexandra cruiser]

we walked off ship and took an island bus tour,,,on trolley type bus...with open sides..went to Governors House for tour,,,nicely furnished with antiques and pretty garden...then off to Maritime Center for shipwreck info and exhibits...toured all of island and had great views...its only 3hrs.and gives island over view,,then time to head to beach,,etc...
Plenty of buses available,,,no need to reserve...waiting for ships...ours was inc.in Regent tours,,but not expensive...;)

[blue_water]

That's a great tour, thanks for sharing! I would add a ride over a couple of the hills to capture some of the most spectacular views in the Caribbean!

[LondonTowner]

we walked off ship and took an island bus tour,,,on trolley type bus...with open sides..went to Governors House for tour,,,nicely furnished with antiques and pretty garden...then off to Maritime Center for shipwreck info and exhibits...toured all of island and had great views...its only 3hrs.and gives island over view,,then time to head to beach,,etc...
Plenty of buses available,,,no need to reserve...waiting for ships...ours was inc.in Regent tours,,but not expensive...;)

Have been thinking of renting a car, but I will miss out on the scenery if I am driving. How much was your tour and did it involve much walking. I suffer from arthritis and have limited mobility.

[ilanas]

we walked off ship and took an island bus tour,,,on trolley type bus...with open sides..went to Governors House for tour,,,nicely furnished with antiques and pretty garden...then off to Maritime Center for shipwreck info and exhibits...toured all of island and had great views...its only 3hrs.and gives island over view,,then time to head to beach,,etc...
Plenty of buses available,,,no need to reserve...waiting for ships...ours was inc.in Regent tours,,but not expensive...;)


This sounds just what we're looking for. Would welcome details of where to get the tour bus and approximate cost.

Thanx

[ilanas]

Any other places worthy of visiting?

[blue_water]

There are some historical spots worth visiting, the highlights are the views of the bays from the hilltops and some of the beaches. What are you interested in?