Just wanted to post some info we think will be helpful. We stayed at Sunset Villa in Tortola and it was WONDERFUL. We were originally booked at Villa Eternity by WIMCO but it was hot and horribly buggy and Areana Villas, the villa operator, switched us when we complained. So, bottom line- air conditioning is very necessary because the bugs are plentiful and annoying and because it is VERY hot and humid at night. If Areana had not switched us, we would have been miserable. We highly recommend Areana because they had beautiful villas and were really helpful. Our favorite beach was Smuggler's Cove, not only because the beach was beautiful, but also because the ladies on the beach made wonderful smoothies and burgers. We also went to Cooper Island, which was really nice, while our son dove the Rhone. But our favorite beach was White Sands on Jost Van Dyke, where we hung out at the Soggy Dollar. If you are looking for total relaxation and beautiful beaches, this is the place to go. If you're looking for a hot night life and shopping, don't go. Also, we rented a four wheel drive because it is really necessary to drive on this island and it is very hilly. We rented from Budget and they were also very nice and helpful. They picked us up at the West End ferry. Hope this was helpful.
