I have been receiving many questions regarding travel restrictions to the British Virgin Islands since they reopened on Dec 1st. Let me walk you through these easy steps to ensure awareness and safety for your next trip to the BVIs.
Covid Procedures for the British Virgin Islands Before and During Your Stay
Five days before you land at Tortola (airport code EIS) airport, you must have a negative PCR Covid test. Forty eight hours before your flight departs, you must upload your test results and other information into BVI’s online portal. Once uploaded, a Travel Authorization Certificate will then be sent to allow you to travel into the Tortola airport. This process is similar to the current protocols in the Bahamas.
When you land on Tortola, there is an entirely different welcoming procedure than other Caribbean islands. First of all you will again have to take another PCR Covid Test. After taking the test, the only requirement is to go straight to your villa or yacht and quarantine for four days. You will also be given you a tracking wristband, which will need to be worn during your entire stay on the island. This is not the end of the world, but is just another method to ensure everyone’s safety while traveling.
After four days of quarantine, as long as your last PCR test comes back negative, you are free to move around in areas that are considered low risk and low traffic. Unfortunately, you will not be able to move throughout the entire territory just yet due to the restrictions currently in place.
To make things as easy as possible for our clients we can help by connecting you to our preferred physician who can send you in-home PCR testing kits for $130 per test plus shipping. We also have a partnership with a medical practice out of Charlotte NC that can guide you on how to test correctly via video conferencing. Once you have completed your test you seal it up and overnight it to a lab in either south Florida or Las Vegas (which ever is closest to you). Then within 24 hours your test results will be emailed to you. Please keep in mind the labs are not open on Saturday or Sunday.
With the above protocols covered, let’s focus now on what we are most excited about: the gorgeous places to relax in the British Virgin Islands!
The Elegant Private Islands and Villas of the British Virgin Islands
Necker Island | Ultra Luxurious Private Island in the North Sound
Welcome to Necker Island, your private island paradise, owned by Sir Richard Branson. This is barefoot luxury at its finest. Necker is located in the beautiful and unspoiled British Virgin Islands and can accommodate up to 40 guests. If you visit the island in September or October (these months will vary) then you can share the island and book an individual room for stays of 7 nights. We call these ‘Celebration Weeks,’ so if you are interested in this option, contact us for more details.
Necker provides plenty of beach areas to sunbathe and enjoy the numerous water adventures. Main Beach is where most of the water activities are based. If you prefer a peaceful beach, visit Turtle Beach where you can enjoy palm trees and hammocks hanging between the trees. You will see a stunning array of wildlife on Necker during your stay, from lemurs and flamingos to giant tortoises. The island’s friendly staff will be delighted to introduce you and arrange a feeding time that you’re welcome to attend. After a day of outdoor adventures come to the Beach House! With its impressive bar, space for game tables, and an enormous 26-foot sofa, the Beach House is the place for relaxed dining and romantic sunset viewing.
For more information to learn more visit here.
Rates for an island buyout begin at $612,500 per week. Celebration Weeks are $35,000 per week.
Villa Maronti | FIVE Bedroom Luxury Estate at Oil Nut Bay on Virgin Gorda
Located at Oil Nut Bay on Virgin Gorda, Villa Maronti features stunningly beautiful views of the Caribbean Sea all around the eastern tip of the island. Tucked in the hills above the beach and designed to mirror the beauty of the natural surroundings, it is a gracious and welcoming retreat.
An estate-villa, this vacation rental has a wonderful blend of amenities that could make it your only destination on the island. The amazing pool terrace alone is a reason to visit. Boasting an elegantly curved, infinity-edge design, it is a beautiful spot to relax at any hour of the day. The nearby verandah features a blend of natural stone and wood and is another great spot to enjoy the outdoors, with comfortable outdoor sofas and an al-fresco dining area.
Indoors, the spacious great room is just as amazing, with its cathedral ceiling in natural wood. The dining table has room for large gatherings, and steps from it is the gourmet kitchen with its array of high-end appliances, including a wine cooler and premium gear. Villa Maronti’s five bedrooms are all king suites with private baths. Several have outdoor showers, and the master suite has an al-fresco tub.
This luxury five-bedroom property is part of the Oil Nut Bay Resort. The area is known for its beautiful white sand beach. Guests of Villa Maronti enjoy resort privileges, including access to the full-service beach club with pool and bar, the Beach Club Restaurant, children’s club, wellness options, water sports, wind sports, tennis, a spa and fitness center, several eateries, business and events services and more. It also features two electric carts to use as transportation around the resort property.
For more information to learn more visit here.
Rates begin at $28,350 per week plus tax.
Reef House Villa | THREE Bedroom Luxury Estate at Oil Nut Bay on Virgin Gorda
The Reef House Estate Villa is a magnificent three-bedroom rental property located within the 5 star Oil Nut Bay Resort in the British Virgin Islands. It is a picture-perfect Caribbean getaway. The vacation home has a well-equipped gourmet kitchen that opens to the Great Room, a spacious living area decorated with artifacts from all over the world.
The Great Room has glass sliding doors that open up to the terrace, which boasts an infinity lap pool. There are two tiki huts at both ends of the pool, both on platforms overlooking the ocean. One of them offers comfortable lounging where you can watch amazing sunsets or enjoy reading a book. The other hut is in close proximity to the kitchen and barbecue, ideal for an al-fresco dinner.
The Reef House has three spacious bedroom suites, each located in their own “pod,” meaning they are separated from each other with their balcony, making this villa ideal for three couples. All of the bedrooms feature plush linens and also have indoor and outdoor showers. The master bedroom has a king bed and a tub, which offers beautiful ocean views. Two of the bedrooms have Westin Heavenly beds, while the third bedroom has a king-size vi-spring bed that can be split into two single beds.
For more information to learn more visit here.
Rates begin at $15,750 per week.
Eustatia Island | Gorgeous Private Island in the North Sound
Located in the turquoise waters of the British Virgin Islands, Eustatia Island is a tropical paradise, a beautiful 35-acre exclusive sanctuary perfect for travelers seeking privacy. There are four upscale homes spread across the island, offering a total of 7 bedrooms plus an additional bunk room for kids. All have full gourmet kitchens with plenty of indoor and outdoor.
For more information to learn more visit here.
Rates begin at $315,000 per week.