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When it comes to vacationing on a private island, British Virgin Island vacations are as close as you can get. The British Virgin Islands aren't entirely private, but it's as close as you can get. Small and sparsely populated, yet with all the first class amenities you desire, the 'other' Virgin Islands are what you've been looking for.

Luxurious Island Seclusion

With fewer than 1/3 as many visitors as the U.S. Virgin Islands you'll find the peaceful, quiet, get-away luxury vacation that you've been craving. There are four main islands included in what is known as the British Virgin Islands. Tortola, Virgin Gorda, Jost Van Dyke, and Anegada each have their own adventure and treasure waiting for you to discover.

Virgin Gorda Island

At Virgin Gorda, you're treated to a full range of water sports at The Bitter End, a water sport resort. After playing all day in the sun and surf, relax in your choice of villa or suite with five on-site dining options. At Mango Bay you'll find more relaxed water activities with complimentary snorkeling equipment, kayaks, and float mattresses.

You can experience true relaxation in the Baths at Virgin Gorda. The massive boulders strewn across the beach make up of pools and grottoes that swimmers explore. Swimmers and snorkelers alike can explore the caves and rooms formed by the boulders and relax in cool, refreshing pools lit by beams of sunlight.

Jost Van Dyke Island

Jost Van Dyke is the smallest island and has less than 200 inhabitants. Although small, you'll enjoy trips to Diamond Cay National Park. This bird sanctuary is alive with hundreds species of birds like terns, boobies and pelicans and protected marine life like the leatherback turtles. Hike the trails and or snorkel among the reefs of this exclusive island.

Tortola Island

Tortola is the largest island with the most accommodation and activities and full of life and adventure. It takes 52 acres to accommodate Long Bay Resort on Tortola. Hotel rooms, estate villas, or suites just 75 to 100 yards to the beach with restaurants, shopping, fitness center are all available.

Pull yourself away from the resort to visit the historic forts of Burt rebuilt in 1776 by the English and Recovery built in 1640s. These forts are free and open daily for tourist to explore. After touring the forts, visit Callwood rum distillery. This distillery, built in the 1700s, is still used today.

Anegada Island

If you're looking for a true island paradise without the commercialism, visit the small island of Anegada. Just 10 miles long and 2 1/2 miles wide, you won't find fancy resorts and villas. What you will find is down-to-earth locals, 'neighborhood' beach bars, and casual restaurants.

You can reach Anegada by boat or plane, avoid the usual tourist traps and still spend the day experiencing island living and exploration at its finest. History, kayaking, hiking, swimming, exploring and enjoying the natural beauty of the island are all available amidst peace and quiet.

Salt Island

This island is the most celebrated dive site on the British Virgin Islands. Here you can dive Rhone Reef, Blonde Rock, and Painted Walls. Or dive at the most popular spot on the island, the Wreck of the Rhone. This ship sunk during a hurricane in 1867 with 125 people. Part of the wreck is visible above water and divers explore the underwater part.

Peter Island

You'll feel like one of the Kennedys when you charter your own 41-foot classic wooden sailing yacht on Peter Island. Rent private yachts by the 1/2 day, full day or even overnight. With six beaches, 20 coves, snorkeling, hiking, biking, Peter Island resort offers you 3 restaurants with wine room, day spa, suites or private villas that will keep you happy, busy, entertained, and pampered.

Guana Island

Visit Guana Island for a taste of the true private island experience. This 850-acre private island is complete with private cottages and villas. With over 20 hiking trails, 7 beaches, tennis courts, fishing, deep-sea fishing, waterskiing, snorkeling and scuba diving this resort has everything you could possibly want. Unwind with massages, and yoga classes, or entertain yourself with more tame activities like ping-pong and croquet.

British Virgin Island vacations give you a private island experience with all the adventure and entertainment you could possibly want. Plan your vacation and escape today.