An archipelago in the north of the Caribbean – the British Virgin Islands are 60 small islands, where only 21 are inhabited. The biggest and most famous island is Tortola with the capitol Road Town and its beautiful harbour. Other big islands are Anegada, Jost Van Dyke and Virgin Gorda with the famous beach „The Baths“. The British Virgin Islands provide island hopping and day trips because the distance between the individual islands is very short. Other smaller islands like Necker Island, Norman Island, Peter Island, Pelican Island and Salt Island, where one can buy the local natural salt, should not be left out when going on a trip. Despite the affiliation to the United Kingdom, the currency on the islands is the US-Dollar. With an average temperature of 28°C the archipelago is a year-round destination that furthermore is a very safe place apart from mass tourism. The sapphire water and the white beaches create a Caribbean paradise for tourists on beach holiday that are looking for recovery. But also water sports do not miss out on the islands. Trade winds turn the island into a surfers´ and sailors´ paradise. Owing to the impressive underwater world, diving and snorkelling is a once in a lifetime adventure. Golfers will find beautiful courses on the British Virgin Islands that satisfy all desires. The population of the islands is supposed to be the nicest of the Caribbean. The English speaking insular state offers many, partly hidden restaurants, where one can taste various Caribbean delicacies. The local West Indian cuisine along with international food and fresh, self built-on fruit and vegetables indulge every palate. Life on the islands is very laid-back, calm and easy, therefore there are no big discotheques, however a visit in one of the bars with their delicious cocktails is worthwhile. The islands´ nature is breathtaking. The tropical climate creates a home for many different plant and animal species that impress tourists with their bright and shiny colours. Pelicans, geckos and even the rare ocean turtles are native animals on the British Virgin Islands. Besides many hotels there are numerous luxurious villas and holiday homes including service on the islands that guarantee individual and first-class holidays. The international airport of the British Virgin Islands is „Terrence B. Lettsome Airport“ on Beef Island. The journey is usually made via Puerto Rico, Antigua or St. Maarten.