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Tortola is the center of
the British Virgin Islands and our final destination. Road Town is the capital
of the British Virgin Islands and is the location of our charter base. There
are two excellent grocery stores for provisioning - one within walking distance
and the other, larger store, is a short taxi ride away. Although there are
numerous restaurants, pubs, shops, and attractions, we will spend only enough
time to prepare for our journey to some of the more remote islands
and anchorages. Cooper Island is a short sail from Road Town and we will
anchor in Machioneel
Bay on the northwestern coast. Here, you will find beautiful palm groves,
a beach, and good swimming in crystal-clear, turquoise water. The home owners
are protective of their small estates so take care when you hike to avoid
private property. The Cooper Island Beach Club has a quaint bar and restaurant
that is most excellent for a late afternoon cocktail. Peter Island is quite
beautiful with an elegant resort and numerous narrow, paved roads that provide
excellent hiking between beaches inaccessible to yachts. The restaurant at
the resort is excellent but quite expensive. The snorkeling is quite good
near the hotel and at several of the nearby beaches.