The British Virgin Islands consist of about sixty islands, cays and crags. Sparsely populated and preserved, this is the spot for couples seeking tranquility and natural beauty. It is a place to slow down and appreciate the quieter moments in life. It is not a booming plethora of activity.
Tortola is the largest and most populated island. Virgin Gorda harbors the world renowned "Baths". The British Virgin Islands are mostly unspoiled by tourism. No building stands taller than 2 stories high, and this allows for a clear view of the beautiful palms, the birds, the iguanas, and the sky.
Resorts run the gamut from quaint inns and villas to opulent and majestic quarters. If money is no object, rent an island for your wedding! Waters seem surreal in their jewel-like clarity and color, and natural life teems below in astonishing clarity. One simply needs to duck beneath the water to see stunning schools of colorful fish.
Truly a sailor's dream, the British Virgin Islands host a variety of water sports for everyone. Sea turtles may unexpectedly greet you in the morning as you kayak and slice a path through the illusion of the still, solid waters. Underwater safaris will lead you through marine worlds of splendor, and catamarans will carry you to some of the most beautiful scuba and snorkeling sites in the world.
Couples wishing to marry in the British Virgin Islands will need to occupy the land for three days prior to marrying. They can actually apply for their marriage license once they arrive on the island and, of course, they will need passports and appropriate paperwork.
Destination weddings on the beautiful British Virgin Islands are affordable and breathtaking beginnings.
The United States Virgin Islands, with the well-known islands of St. Thomas and St. John, provide all the intrigue of the tropics with total U.S. ease. The safety of the American flag abounds amidst the remote and pristine territory.
Marry atop a cliff in a foliage-decorated gazebo, with the sound of tropical birds overhead and a few iguanas witnessing the occasion. Say, "I do" with your feet in the clear and stunning water and no one but you and your guests nearby. Let the islanders, known for their culturally diverse heritage and warm embracing spirits, help you plan and execute a day like no other.
Do you prefer a harp or a whimsical sax? Would you like a reception right in the warm waters or a ballroom affair?
The U.S. Virgin Islands offer a mix of metropolitan convenience and activities with the serenity of a tropical land. It's important to note, that all required paperwork will need to arrive at least 8 days prior to the wedding date.
Destination weddings in the Virgin Islands are special getaways that blanket the present and forever highlight the future with all the beauty of these unique islands.
