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Re: How walkable are Tortola and Beef Island?
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Shoot. I had a feeling this would be the case. Thanks everyone.
Two more questions:
1. Why is Beef Island named so? 2. Any recommendation for how to spend the 5-1/2 hours we have between arrival and boarding?
It will be our first time in the BVI, we are a mid-30s couple, and we will have minimal luggage (one waterproof backpack each). We're definitely up for adventure, but it would also be nice to find a place to hang the hammock for an hour or two. : )
Sneaky third question: What's the best way to get from EIS to Road Town? I'm guessing taxi, but is there a particular taxi company to look for or avoid? Is there a bus?
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Re: How walkable are Tortola and Beef Island?
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Who are you chartering with? That will make recommendations easier on what to do. As far as Beef Island I was told that years ago there was a large cattle operation on the island.
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Re: How walkable are Tortola and Beef Island?
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Since you are using BVI yacht charters I would catch a cab when you get in to the airport and head there first. Any Cab driver will work but I use Frank Ferrol. You can call him before arrival and he will be there waiting for you at 284 443 5654. Fare should be about 30.00 for two but pay him a bit extra and ask for the scenic route! It sounds like you have a sleepaboard planned that day. The charter company will hold your bags on arrival and you can explore Roadtown or have Frank or another driver take you over to Cane Garden Or Brewers Bay. It’s possible if your boat is ready they might just let you on the boat early and get you off the dock for a extra night on the water! If not as I said you can cab to the Northside of the island or roam around Roadtown and get something to eat. The main Market is Riteway very near the charter company. You can pick up any extra provisions you might want. If you are a sleepaboard I recommend Brandywine Bay for dinner. A bit pricey but a fantastic meal. You will need a reservation. The charter company will handle that. George
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Re: How walkable are Tortola and Beef Island?
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Zanshin, although I live above 49°N, this summer has been incredibly warm. A town just a couple hours NE of us set a new record at 49.6°C…before burning down. I’m ready to cool off in the BVI Definitely looking forward to spending as much time as I can in the water, but I’d like to see the inland side of at least some of the islands. Any in particular you guys would recommend? Murdock, who knows what the protocols will be mid November. It’s anyone’s guess whether we will will get to go this time. If we can get on board earlier then provisioning will be the priority. What time do the grocery stores stay open till these days?
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