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What to do in Tortola?

Remember we said we would maximize your time and ensure your enjoyment so this recommendation will do both.  How does killing 2 birds with one stone grabs you.   Head over to Tortola’s north coast to enjoy one of the best beaches on the island Cane Garden Bay beach and while you are there be sure to visit The Callwood Rum Distillery.  The rum distillery still produces rum just as it did over two centuries ago.

No visit to Tortola is complete without visiting Road Town the capital of Tortola.  While in Road Town be sure to visit the following places as they are all in close proximity of each other. How is that for saving you time?  This is where you can feel and experience the culture of Tortola.

Main Street:  A narrow road with its West Indian charm of colorful wooden and stone buildings leads you to the 19^th century Post Office, The VI Folk Museum which houses Plantation Era and RMS Rhone artifacts.

J.R. O’Neal Botanic Gardens:   A beautiful 4-acre garden with a lush array of indigenous and exotic tropical plants.

Old Government House Museum:   A very stately colonial building constructed in 1924 was the Governor’s residence.  It is also home to a very comprehensive B.V.I stamp collection.

Are you a nature buff?  Well one of the many things to do in Tortola is to visit Sage Mountain National Park.  This is the highest point on the islands and while it can’t be considered a true rain forest it is lush and has the characteristics of one.

The things to do in Tortola would not be complete without a visit to The Baths on Virgin Gorda. You can plan on spending your day there.  It is quiet and a popular day sail destination.  The Baths were formed by volcanic activity millions of years ago and is the only formation of its kind anywhere in the Caribbean.  Bring your swimsuit to explore the many caves, pools and grottoes that is characteristic of The Baths.

P.S. Plan your trip to The Baths on a day when there are no cruise ships in port.

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You are required to be in the territory 3 days before you can be married. You can apply for a marriage license on the same day of arrival at the Attorney General’s Office located on the second floor of the Central Administration Complex, Road Town, Tortola. It takes 3 business days for the application to be processed.

British Virgin Islands Marriage Requirements:  Attorney General’s Office:

US$110.00 (in BVI postage stamps) for a Special License for those residents in the BVI for 3 days

US$50.00 (in BVI postage stamps) for an Ordinary License for those residents in the BVI for 15 days or more

Your passport as proof of identity and date of arrival in the British Virgin Islands

Proof of marital status (certified or original copies of decree absolute for divorced spouses or death certificates for deceased spouses)

2 witnesses needed for signing license application and to be present at the marriage ceremony.

Witnesses need not be the same for both exercises. Persons in BVI may be selected as witnesses.

Once you have applied for the license, you can go to the Registrar-General’s Office to schedule an appointment for the date and time you propose to be married.

British Virgin Islands Marriage Requirements: The Registrar-General’s Office:

Wickham’s Cay, Road Town, upstairs of Burhym Electrical Services.

The hours of business are: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Weddings are performed by the Registrar General at your chosen location between the hours of 9 a.m. and 6:30 p.m., Monday through Saturday.  If you prefer they will perform the ceremony inside the Office between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.

The fees payable at the Registrar General’s Office are US$35 if wedding ceremony is performed in the office and US$100 if it is performed elsewhere. All checks should be made payable to the Accountant General. If you wish to get married in a church you must make arrangements with the Minister of the church in advance.

The Registrar requires a complete application showing the following information:

The names of the 2 parties as it appears on your travel documents

The ages of both parties

The occupation of both parties

Marital status

The names of the 2 witnesses to the ceremony

Please travel with proof of your identity such as passports, driver’s license or original birth certificates and certified copies of your marital status. Blood tests are not necessary.

The registrar’s office should be contacted for specific rules regarding British Virgin Islands Marriage Requirements:

For further details contact the Registrar’s Office:

Registrar’s Office
P. O. Box 418
Road Town , Tortola , British Virgin Islands
Phone Number: (284) 494-3492/5650 or (284) 494-6664.

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Tortola Accommodations are a matter of preference.  Some of the best places to stay on Tortola range from bed and breakfast, standard and luxurious hotel rooms to privately held homes.  Your choice will of course depend on your budget, and what you are looking for.  When researching your Tortola accommodations you will want to take the following things into consideration.

Safety: Is the place you are considering located in a safe area.

Convenience: Is it centrally located and accessible to the things you will be interested in doing.

Comfort: Is it quiet, is it non-smoking if you are a non-smoker and does it offer the amenities that matters most to you.

Children Friendly: If you are traveling with kids does it cater to the needs of your kids’ age group.

Some of the best places to stay on Tortola are privately held residences by the natives of Tortola.  These types of vacation rentals can be found be found in various locations on the island of Tortola.  Some are located in residential areas while others are in secluded or lesser traveled areas.  Arranging your Tortola accommodations with the owners of these Tortola vacation homes allows you to get a true feel of the islands from a local perspective.  Not only can they assist with your accommodations, they can recommend the best places to shop, dine and of course tell you where the best beaches and attractions are.  Some of them are even known to treat you to a home cooked meal Tortola style.

Fabreds Place is your premier Tortola accommodations spot when visiting the British Virgin Islands and they are one of those places where the owners may surprise you with an early morning breakfast of island favorites including a cup of hot bush tea an island staple.  Whether you are traveling with family or friends or for business you will find that Fabreds place will meet your needs.  It has amenities that you won’t typically find in Tortola hotels and resorts.

It’s all about location, location, location and Fabreds Place is ideally located off the beaten path yet central enough making everything on Tortola accessible to you.  In addition, they will even arrange for some of your activities and ground transportation while you are visiting.  Brenda the manager of Fabreds Place has the welcome mat out for you along with her warm smile and sweet personality.  Contact us and you will check Tortola accommodations off of your to do list.

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Best Place To Stay In Tortola, BVI

The British Virgin Islands, a territory of Britain is a compact and mountainous archipelago of 59 square miles which is comprised of a mixture of 60 islands, islet and cays, many of which are uninhabited.  Referred to as “Natures Little Secret” be warned, these islands offer more than they typical vacation offerings of crowded souvenir shops and never ending nightlife.  In fact the British Virgin Islands offers some of the best beaches, snorkeling, sailing and diving in the Caribbean.

There are four main islands in this group the largest being Tortola. It is said that famous pirates such as Blackbeard and Captain Kidd have traveled here before the onset of the sugar industry.  Today, Tortola is the center of The British Virgin Islands commerce and government.

Tortola has a population of around 21,000 and boasts lush green mountains as well as velvety white sand beaches such as Cane Garden Bay, Long Bay, Brewers Bay along its northern shoreline.  Its highest point at an elevation of 1,710 feet is Sage Mountain.  Sage Mountain features some dense tropical foliage dating back to when Columbus first discovered these islands.  On the southern shore you will find the bustling municipality of Road Town.  This is where you will find The British Virgin Islands government, many shops, restaurants, museums and several marinas.

Virgin Gorda is the second largest of The British Virgin Islands nicknamed “The Fat Virgin” by Christopher Columbus because of its shape.  Home to the spectacular boulder formation known as The Baths, Virgin Gorda has clear blue beaches and many upscale hotels and resort.  A tour of Virgin Gorda should include the old Copper Mine.  The North Sound attracts boaters to its sheltered waters.

Northeast of Tortola is Anegada.  The third largest of the islands that make up The British Virgin Islands Anegada is the least populated.  In fact its resident Iguanas and Roseate Flamingoes outnumber the people that live on this island.  Flat and very low laying it is often referred to as drowned island.  It was formed from coral and limestone and has an extensive barrier reef formation called Horseshoe Reef. This makes The British Virgin Islands home to the largest barrier reef in the Caribbean and the fourth largest in the world.  Ringed by white sand and its remote location make it a Mecca for beach lovers.

Finally, Jost Van Dyke the smallest of the four main islands in The British Virgin Islands is sparsely populated.  It is home to some spectacular beaches dotted with great restaurants and bars.  The most famous among them is Foxys’ Bar.  It is a popular spot for day trippers and boaters.

The British Virgin Islands has quite an offering for vacationers looking for a unique vacation experience you won’t find anywhere else in the Caribbean.  Isn’t it time you experience Natures Little Secret?

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Fabreds Place Tortola BVI

FABREDS Place, a spacious well appointed Tortola house nestled off the beaten path in the hills of prestigious Lambert Estates, Tortola British Virgin Islands offers its guest privacy and comfort not found at most Tortola hotels.  This spacious well appointed two bedroom Tortola rental can accommodate a honeymooning couple or a family of six.

Fabreds Place is a secured gated property with 12 feet high wrought iron gates for security.  As the gates open to welcome you, you will be greeted by well manicured landscape lush with tropical foliage, vegetation and flowers and a view not found at most BVI hotels.  As you approach the private apartment, a wrap around furnished balcony reveals the panoramic view of the neighboring island of Virign Gorda and beyond, along with a gentle soothing breeze.

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Once you are behind the beautiful double doors, you will feel like you have arrived at an exclusive BVI resort to discover your home away from home.  Off to your left is a fully equipped kitchen featuring an island with a gas cook top, a full size refrigerator, a dishwasher, a range top microwave and an in wall oven.  Displayed on the Corian counter tops are small appliances desirable in a kitchen.  Opening the many cabinets and drawers will reveal everything needed at your fingertips should you decide to prepare a meal.  You will truly enjoy and appreciate these as you will not find this level of comfort at hotels in Tortola

To the right, Fabreds Place boast a spacious great room that takes center stage with its stereo system, leather couch / queen sized sleeper for additional guest and a love seat with double recliners.  This kind of comfort living space is unheard of in Tortola villas.  Designed with the modern traveler in mind it has cable television readily available on a wall mounted flat screen as well as high speed internet access.

Continuing on the right in this beautiful Tortola rental is the second bedroom which is fully furnished with your comfort in mind.  It features a queen sized bed, a walk in closet, ceiling fan, air condition and an adjacent bathroom.  The master bedroom tucked away on the other side beyond the kitchen, truly offers privacy and mimics a roommate plan.  It is fully furnished with a queen sized bed, ample closet space and a private bath featuring a Jacuzzi, ceiling fans and air conditioning for added comfort.

You will feel right at home with the convenience of a linen closet that is full of extra linens and towels, plus bath accessories and hair dryers.  A fully equipped laundry room including iron and ironing board provides additional convenience and comfort.

A stone’s throw away from all that makes Tortola, BVI natures best kept secret while ensuring comfort and privacy. A warm welcome is waiting for you so come stay a while; we would love to have you.  We are confident that you will agree with our other guest that Fabreds Place is one of the best places to stay in Tortola.

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