Sunday, January 08, 2006

Life's a Beach

What a ride!! I have enjoyed living in paradise and although I am ready to go I will miss the beaches most of all. I don't believe any beach in Florida will and can match up to what I have experienced here. Here are some of my favorites.






Sandy Spit Beach (Jost Van Dyke)

Totally remote but within reach by boat, this spectacular beach is definitely worth the trip! Enjoy marvelous snorkeling in a relaxed atmosphere. (they filmed corona commercials here and swimsuit issues)






Apple Bay Beach (Tortola - Apple / Capoons Bay)

Apple Bay Beach is just over the hill from Long Bay. Here, on any day in season you can see at least a dozen surfers from all over the world. The bay is also known for its full moon parties at Bomba's Surfside Shack, as well as the Friday night fish fries hosted by local residents under the banyon trees. In the evenings, you can usually find music playing at one of the Bay's two hotels and several local restaurants.

White Bay Beach on Jost Van Dyke

Remote. Tranquil. Pristine. Beautiful. The beaches of the British Virgin Islands come in all shapes and sizes, and each one is unique. They are not only beautiful, but are almost always uncrowded and very often deserted. Palm-fringed, white sandy beaches, combined with a translucent ocean that teems with marine life and coral reefs, attract boaters and landlubbers alike. Snorkel, sail, sunbathe, or shell at any one of these coves. Even avid surfers will be thrilled by the long north swells that roll lazily in during the winter months on Tortola's north shore.


Loblolly Bay Beach (Anegada

Comprised of miles of secluded pristine beach, Loblolly Bay Beach is ranked as one of the world's best beaches. With a 360 degree lookout and a 50 foot walkout into the ocean, Loblolly Bay Beach features two beach bars and restaurants, as well as sun shelters and hammocks within the seagrapes.


Long Bay (Tortola - Long Bay)

Long Bay is a mile-long stretch of white sand beach, perfect for a tranquil sunset walk. A resort and several guest houses line the eastern portion of the beach. The western end, fringed with palms and seagrapes, offers greater solitude and good swimming