USVI versus BVI - Which has more to offer, both above and below sea level? Thanks.
USVI vs. BVI?
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LimitedVIZ:
I've been to USVI (St John) 3 times
Diving is OK, most of the island is a National Park... So top side has a lot of hiking, etc. Night life seemed good, but at my age, not the top of my priorities If you choose the USVI, try to make a trip to the RMS Rhone in the BVI's... Nice wreck. It was the boat they used in the movie "The Deep" with Nick Nolti (sp?).
I don't think you can go wrong with either destenation...
dear limitedvis,
i recommend the bvi's.
3 times we have chartered a private crewed yacht down there.
this is not as expensive as you may think.
we use regency as our broker.
http://www.regencyvacations.com/
it is wonderful to be relaxing on your yacht watching the islands go by.
contact regency and i'm sure they can help you find the perfect yacht.
the diving and snorkling is very good in the bvi's.
the people are very warm hearted and treat you as their guest.
chartering a private crewed yacht in the bvi's is truly a unique experience.
regards,
smokey
i recommend the bvi's.
3 times we have chartered a private crewed yacht down there.
this is not as expensive as you may think.
we use regency as our broker.
http://www.regencyvacations.com/
it is wonderful to be relaxing on your yacht watching the islands go by.
contact regency and i'm sure they can help you find the perfect yacht.
the diving and snorkling is very good in the bvi's.
the people are very warm hearted and treat you as their guest.
chartering a private crewed yacht in the bvi's is truly a unique experience.
regards,
smokey
rcohn
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Limited,
I also would recommend the BVI's for diving (although the shopping in St Thomas, USVI [watches, electronics etc] is great). The BVI's are more laid back and the USVI is a little more fast paced in general.There are ferries that run all the time between the USVI and BVI, so you can go from one to the other. I used to instruct in the BVI and can recommend good places to dive based on what you want to do (if you don't do the liveaboard thing). As mentioned before, the RMS Rhone is a cool dive, but can get a little choppy in the afternoon. I am actually going down to the BVI next Thursday for some sailing and diving.
David
I also would recommend the BVI's for diving (although the shopping in St Thomas, USVI [watches, electronics etc] is great). The BVI's are more laid back and the USVI is a little more fast paced in general.There are ferries that run all the time between the USVI and BVI, so you can go from one to the other. I used to instruct in the BVI and can recommend good places to dive based on what you want to do (if you don't do the liveaboard thing). As mentioned before, the RMS Rhone is a cool dive, but can get a little choppy in the afternoon. I am actually going down to the BVI next Thursday for some sailing and diving.
David
rblackburn:LOL... I deserved that
LimitedVIZ:
The BVI has been one of my favorite destinations... my wife and I split our vacation between Tortola and Virgin Gorda a few years back. From all the research I did, it's much quieter, less developed and friendlier than the USVI.
The diving's all relatively shallow and easy, and the boat rides are short. The Rhone is fun, of course. Watch "The Deep" just before your trip to add to the excitement.
Pick up this book before you go:
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/t...f=sr_1_3/103-1642764-1103043?v=glance&s=books
We found it to be essential reading.
Have a painkiller at Pussers. Hike and snorkel the Baths at Virgin Gorda. Have a hot dog and Pina Colada at Mad Dogs on VG and watch all the lizards. Rent a jeep and travel the hills on Tortola... just remember to stay on the left and honk around corners.
On VG, rent a little motor boat on the north end of the island. They'll give you a map to all the unihabited islands, guiding you through the shallow reefs. That was one of the best days I've had.... just motoring around, pulling up to a deserted beach, snorkeling to find rays and barracudas, etc.
I've traveled extensively and found BVI to be one of my fondest memories. Email me if you'd like more info, and have fun wherever you decide to go!
Tony
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