Virgin Gorda is the second largest of the British Virgin Islands and was named The Fat or Pregnant Virgin by Columbus for its shape as seen when approaching from the sea
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Virgin Gorda is the second largest of the British Virgin Islands and was named The Fat or Pregnant Virgin by Columbus for its shape as seen when approaching from the sea.
Virgin Gorda has a mountainous center and three distinct areas: The North Sound which offers protected waters and anchorages for yachts, the more secluded Beach Coast of pristine and secluded white sand beaches, and the boulder-strewn plains of The Baths and The Valley.
Virgin Gorda is for escapists and family beach vacations. Of all the major Virgin Islands, it is Virgin Gorda that feels the most remote and offers a greater sense of having escaped to somewhere off the beaten track.
The Baths is perhaps the only must-be-seen sight on the island. Giant boulders are strewn along a shoreline of stunning white sand and clear turquoise waters; enormous boulders that create dramatic sheltered grottos. And the other stunning beaches of Virgin Gorda await your exploration: Spring Bay, Devils Bay, Trunk Bay, Savannah Bah, and Mahoe Bay. Alternatives to beachcombing include sailing, snorkeling, scuba diving, boating, windsurfing, sea kayaking, and horseback riding.
Virgin Gorda now offers a good selection of bars and restaurants. Nightlife on the island is best found at casual local pubs where impromptu parties occur with regularity and visitors do not feel like strangers. The people of Virgin Gorda take pleasure in making their guests feel at ease and at home.
Private villas on Virgin Gorda include daily maid service but never include cooking services. While it is possible to arrange a local cook for the evening meal, we feel this is a destination best chosen by more independent travelers, as full staff is not available. Choose Virgin Gorda for the simple pleasures of a perfect beach, fresh grilled fish, and a refreshing lack of pretension. LaCURE is proud to offer the most desirable villas available on Virgin Gorda, each a perfect retreat for casual and relaxed vacations at the beach.
