For years the British Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico have enjoyed a very special relationship – close neighbours that appreciate each other’s islands and culture – and enjoy spending time with one another. Never was this more apparent than in the immediate aftermath of Hurricane Irma, when the ‘Puerto Rican Navy’ (the unofficial group of enthusiastic Puerto Rican boaters – rather than an actual military branch) mobilised rapidly and responded…
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Getting away on a group vacation can be an incredible time to make family memories or a fantastic way to celebrate with all your friends. But finding a venue that will fit your whole crew? That can present more of a challenge! Luckily I’ve found you the perfect large villa rental on Tortola! We recently snuck away for a birthday staycation at Mount Healthy Villas – two beautifully appointed three-bedroom…
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A short while ago, I shared a tiny teaser of this property on my Facebook page – and ever since then, I have been eagerly awaiting their opening and the chance to go and stay at The Inn at Cornucopia. The latest boutique hotel to join the accommodation options on Virgin Gorda, in the British Virgin Islands. So I was thrilled to be invited to spend the night as part…
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In case you weren’t already aware (and, if not, where the blimming hell have you been), Saba Rock Resort re-opened this season to great excitement – and this blogger was fortunate enough to be invited along! It has been four years since Hurricane Irma ripped through the Virgin Islands. During that time, we have patiently been waiting for the return of several pillars of BVI tourism, including the rebuild of…
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I haven’t been very good at making time for myself recently. But, last weekend, as I lay face down on the massage table inhaling the sweet smell of rosemary and bergamot with strong fingers kneading the knots in my shoulders and my tensions melting away. I was reminded of just how valuable a little ‘me time’ can be. I’m guilty of burning the candle at both ends. Of not resting…
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