British Virgin Islands, Part III

Our next stop only 12 miles away was Cane Garden Bay on the island of Tortola.  It is quite protected except for anything out of the north.  This is a popular place for cruisers and tourists with many restaurants and bars, such as Myett’s and Quitos with great happy hours, the old Arundel Rum Distillery, a great beach, laundry, and grocery shopping – everything we need and want!  Also, some of the fastest Wi-Fi we have experienced since the States.  It rained several times during our seven day stay and we filled our water tanks till they were overflowing, yes, free water!  No stay in the BVI’s would be complete without Jost Van Dyke.  There are three popular anchorages not to be missed.  Little Jost Van Dyke with Foxy’s Taboo and the Bubbly Pool, a natural “Jacuzzi” of water rushing through the rock formations and only a short half-mile walk.  Great Harbour is home to the famous “Foxy’s”, a well-known local musician providing entertainment to all tourists and locals.  Corsairs is a great restaurant with all food flown in fresh by the owner, Capt. Vinny.  Every morning a small boat will come to yours selling fresh baked goods from the local bakery and ice, of course.  Last but not least is White Bay, home of the Soggy Dollar Bar, Ivan’s Stress Free Bar, One Love Bar and Grill and the most visited beach by the tourists on Jost Van Dyke.  The beach is really beautiful, although crowded at times, so go early or stay late.  This is some of the best people watching.