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Top 3 beaches to visit on Tortola? #116807
01/10/2017 11:32 AM
01/10/2017 11:32 AM
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Ottawa, Canada
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Hi, Just booked our vacation rental just above apple bay. We will be staying there for 4 days after our 7 day bareboat charter. Looking to spend this time to decompress and actually sleep!<img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/snore.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/snore.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/snore.gif" alt="" />

Anyway after a great night of rest and a few naps, looking to explore some of the beaches that I haven't been to on the cruise and on prior trips.

Top of the list so far are
- Long Bay, beef island
- Smugglers Cove
- Long bay, Tortola

Not sure how many beaches we will be going to. So was hoping to get your top 3! Also I am an avid snorkeler so if there are great snorkeling beaches, I want to hear about them!

Thx, PS I am planning on renting a car, and we will be there on island late June early July.

Last edited by UncleLuff; 01/10/2017 11:32 AM.
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Re: Top 3 beaches to visit on Tortola? [Re: UncleLuff] #116808
01/10/2017 11:36 AM
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Woodstock, GA
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Considering you're staying in Apple Bay enjoy the beach there as it doesn't get closer plus quick access to bathrooms, beer, and nap time. <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Grin.gif" alt="" /> My list would be Smugglers, Brewers Bay, Long Bay(West End).

Re: Top 3 beaches to visit on Tortola? [Re: UncleLuff] #116809
01/10/2017 02:20 PM
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Tortola/ Sonoma, California
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Our beach at Apple Bay in underrated..not big..but expands as the swell drops..make sure you drop by CRC for a cold one!

Re: Top 3 beaches to visit on Tortola? [Re: Manpot] #116810
01/10/2017 02:22 PM
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An island state of mind
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Apple Bay is our favorite beach on Tortola.

Re: Top 3 beaches to visit on Tortola? [Re: tradewinds] #116811
01/10/2017 08:52 PM
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Check out Josiah's....my personal favorite. You can usually get food and drink at the bar or restaurant if u want need it...but i'd recommend bringing anything you might want to eat or drink just in caae.

Re: Top 3 beaches to visit on Tortola? [Re: Manpot] #116812
01/10/2017 11:21 PM
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Woodstock, GA
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Kinda of what I said Mal...

Re: Top 3 beaches to visit on Tortola? [Re: RickinAtlanta] #116813
01/20/2017 10:03 PM
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My initial reaction was going to be: Smugglers Cove x3, but I'll expand my thoughts. My favorite beach for sure is Smugglers, but Long Bay is beautiful (we were married there--see my avatar) but Cane Garden comes in as my third choice, mostly because I love watching the sun set there & seeing all the boats moored there.

Re: Top 3 beaches to visit on Tortola? [Re: UncleLuff] #116814
01/20/2017 10:53 PM
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My most peaceful beach days have been on Little Apple Bay, but l also second all the other suggestions. I have to add Brewers to the list!

Re: Top 3 beaches to visit on Tortola? [Re: lindakay] #116815
01/21/2017 11:56 AM
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Manhattan Beach, CA
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Just heard that Brewers has a water sports rental business on the beach. Does this mean it is now a destination for ship people. That would be a downer.

Re: Top 3 beaches to visit on Tortola? [Re: calsail] #116816
01/21/2017 12:34 PM
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Ya never know...
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Brewers has been picking up the CGB overflow.


My foot fits right into my shoe and my shoe will fit right into your...
Re: Top 3 beaches to visit on Tortola? [Re: HillsideView] #116817
01/21/2017 12:40 PM
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Brewers has been picking up the CGB overflow.


"Overflow" is very appropriate.

Re: Top 3 beaches to visit on Tortola? [Re: calsail] #116818
01/21/2017 12:41 PM
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Last edited by warren460; 01/21/2017 12:42 PM.

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Re: Top 3 beaches to visit on Tortola? [Re: warren460] #116819
01/21/2017 12:43 PM
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Brewers is looking worth trying. Good snorkeling there too.


Warren S/V Scuba Doo
Lagoon 50 (winner of best crewed yacht under 55 feet at the St. Thomas crewed yacht boat show).

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Re: Top 3 beaches to visit on Tortola? [Re: warren460] #116820
01/21/2017 09:15 PM
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CGB <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Clapping.gif" alt="" />

Re: Top 3 beaches to visit on Tortola? [Re: Twalsh] #116821
01/21/2017 09:19 PM
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Elizabeth Beach If you can find it. <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Clapping.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Clapping.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Clapping.gif" alt="" />

Re: Top 3 beaches to visit on Tortola? [Re: warren460] #116822
01/21/2017 11:56 PM
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Brewers is looking worth trying. Good snorkeling there too.


Brewers Bay used to be a great isolated beach to go to and have a burger at Nicole's. Apparently it's become a cruise stop now. NOT good. <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Yikes.gif" alt="" />

Re: Top 3 beaches to visit on Tortola? [Re: tradewinds] #116823
01/23/2017 12:21 AM
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Is that because there is an Englishman living there with his beautiful wife who treats to ice cold Red Stripe

Re: Top 3 beaches to visit on Tortola? [Re: RickinAtlanta] #116824
01/23/2017 10:35 AM
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RickinAtlanta said:
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warren460 said:
Brewers is looking worth trying. Good snorkeling there too.


Brewers Bay used to be a great isolated beach to go to and have a burger at Nicole's. Apparently it's become a cruise stop now. NOT good. <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Yikes.gif" alt="" />


Lucky for me, going in Late June and July, I don't have to worry about cruise ships. I think there is one in on the day I arrive and one mid week but, we hope to be in Anagada. And then there is one in on the day we are leaving. Definitely keep brewers bay in mind!

Been to Cane Garden bay a couple of times while sailing, definitely swing by afternoon one day for dinner and sunset drinks!

Re: Top 3 beaches to visit on Tortola? [Re: UncleLuff] #116825
01/23/2017 10:54 AM
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Is there any good snorkeling in CGB? We'll be there for 3 nights pre-charter and wondering if we should tote our snorkeling gear down to the beach.

Re: Top 3 beaches to visit on Tortola? [Re: CottageGirl] #116826
01/23/2017 11:27 AM
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The reef on the west side of the reef is nice if it is calm. Just watch for jet skis or dinghies. There is a sunken barge on the other end near the fuel dock.


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