First,

I’d like to thank all of folks who’ve contributed to this site—it was the primary source of information that I used to plan my 10-day vacation with family of four then 8-guests (total 6-adults, 6-kids under 10) none of us had ever been to the BVI before.

Wednesday, left JFK on JetBlue 6:30am flite, no problems. Had 2:30pm flite confirmed AirSunshine—they graciously got us on an earlier flite and we were on our way to Beef Island---only there was another couple going to V/G—so we went there first, and went thru customer there-then hopped over to Beef Island—was met there by rep from DeDe’s rental—did paperwork then they escorted us to Tamarind Hotel and helped with baggage—great service. With 4-days on Tortola, the Tamarind was perfect for us. Family environment, great pool for the kids very close to the bar (convenient for Dad!), the morning continental breakfast was appreciated as well. Ate dinners out at Spaghetti Junction, Tamarind and Bannanakeet---all were wonderful in fact Bannanakeet was able to deliver great meal during driving rainstorm with no electrical power (which put damper on the vaunted sunsets!!). Daytrips to RoadTown, SmugglersCove and also paid small fee ($10p/p) to spend day at nearby Lambert Beach Resort using their beach toys, pool, and lunch.

Saturday, conveniently left car at ferry dock, took 9am to V/G where we were met by rep from MahoeBay Villas. Quickly got our car secured thru L&S and we were on our way! We had rented both Satori(s), one was open so were able to access earlier than 3pm which helped out a lot. Went back to ferry to pickup a provisioning shipment arriving on the 10:30 ferry through Bobby’s—everything was in order, didn’t know there was a $2.00/box ferry fee—(12 boxes) but worth every penny for the selection that Bobby’s offered. Made way over to RTW, and as you have to buy in lots of three was able to buy white & red wines, vodka, tequila and, of course Pussers Rum—all for $120—what a country!

After putting away groceries—spent a few moments at the Flying Iguana waiting for my guests to arrive. As they were party of 8, I was able to secure a charter-flight through Caribbean Wings at basically the same cost as commercial, a neat option. One in the party brought in cooler filled with steaks, ribs, hamburgers/hot dogs and shrimp. Filed the proper paperwork a month before leaving—got return paperwork when I got back from the trip(!)—no problems going thru customs.

Sunday basically was spent limin about. Monday did day trip to Baths, wasn’t crowded at all with land based folks—but the beach was busy with all the zodiacs leaving people off on the small beach—just in front of the Do Not Unload sign, oh well.

Tuesday the girls had a day of spa at Leverick Bay—said it was very good. Wednesday was special as I had arranged a dinner for TWO that evening at BirasCreek. It was cool to take launch to and from the resort and the evening was fantastic, (as it should have been-drinks, bottle wine and dinner, $285)! It was expected, and we’d go back in a heartbeat.

Thursday we had arranged a day-sail to Anegada with Capt. Nibbs of IslandFun Cruises—it was the highlight of the trip. Capt. Nibbs took care of all transfers and reservations at CowWreck Beach—a daytrip to remember, and a “must do” when visiting BVI.

Friday spent Limin at MahoeBay—the beach was better than advertised—calm waters, spectacular reefs not 50 feet offshore, no boats to worry about—perfect.

Saturday came much took quickly—all flites and transfers were on time.

Overall we rated this trip a 10+ out of 10,and will be hard to replicate anytime soon. When dealing with a group as large and varied as this one—it take a lot of planning and as mentioned before, it could not have been done without the suggestions and advice that I was able to secure through this forum. If I can help anyone with specific questions—feel free to PM me.

Thanks