Le Gallerie occupies one of the most stunning locations in the West Indies. Perched on a promontory called Lookout Point, 300 feet above the Caribbean Sea, it faces due south to the majestic Pitons. The view is breathtaking, extending 180 degrees from Soufriere Bay, across the Pitons, St Vincent and around to the setting sun in the west. Clouds drifting in from the Atlantic on the eastern side of the island can produce ever changing light conditions to illuminate the Pitons as they rise 2,500 feet out of the clear sea, the colour of which varies from brilliant turquoise to deep blue. This most amazing and dynamic of panoramas provides a magnificent backdrop for the beautiful and charming house, making it a wonderful place to entertain, relax and unwind.

Features and Amenities

This newly renovated and extended villa can accommodate ten adults and two children in five double bedrooms and one child’s bedroom. In the newly constructed section there are two spacious, air conditioned bedrooms with king size beds and ensuite bathrooms. Each bedroom opens onto a private balcony where guests can relax and savor the spectacular views.

There are also two original double bedrooms with romantically draped king size beds, ceiling fans and ensuite bathrooms. These rooms open onto an upper level patio where guests can enjoy stunning vistas. Attached to one of these rooms is a children’s bedroom with two single beds. The large living room features hardwood flooring and is furnished with comfortable sofas upholstered in a cool white fabric. A separate sitting area is furnished in wicker and equipped with a hammock.

There is also a dining area that includes an outside balcony with a breakfast table. The kitchen is well equipped, and there is a separate kitchen deck which accommodates a charcoal bbq and gas burner. Another bedroom and en suite bathroom is located down in the pool and deck area. The front wall of this bedroom opens completely to afford a magnificent view of the Pitons and the sea. The large infinity edge pool is surrounded by a circular deck with a gazebo. There is also a long pergola passageway running alongside the pool, and a lush tropical garden. A path leads down the steep hillside to the private rocky beach which offers great snorkeling. Anse Chastanet Hotel with its renowned snorkeling beach and restaurants is just a short drive away.

Location

St. Lucia is the sort of island that travellers to the Caribbean dream about–a small, lush tropical gem that is still relatively unknown. One of the Windward Islands of the Lesser Antilles, it is located midway down the Eastern Caribbean chain, between Martinique and St. Vincent, and north of Barbados. St. Lucia is only 27 miles long and 14 miles wide, with a shape that is said to resemble either a mango or an avocado (depending on your taste). The Atlantic Ocean kisses its eastern shore, while the beaches of the west coast owe their beauty to the calm Caribbean Sea.

In natural beauty, St. Lucia seems like an island plucked from the South Pacific and set down in the Caribbean. Its dramatic twin coastal peaks, the Pitons, soar 2,000 feet up from the sea, sheltering magnificent rain forests where wild orchids, giant ferns, and birds of paradise flourish. Brilliantly-plumed tropical birds abound, including endangered species like the indigenous St. Lucia parrot. The rainforest is broken only by verdant fields and orchards of banana, coconut, mango, and papaya trees. St. Lucia has been inhabited since long before colonial times, and its cultural treasures are a fascinating melange of its rich past and its many different traditions. The island’s people have earned a well-deserved reputation for their warmth and charm, and the island itself is dotted with aged fortresses, small villages, and open-air markets. There is a broad array of exciting and exotic activities available on St. Lucia. The island’s steep coastlines and lovely reefs offer excellent snorkeling and scuba diving. The rainforest preserves of St. Lucia’s mountainous interior are one of the Caribbean’s finest locales for hiking and birdwatching. Of course, the island also possesses excellent facilities for golf, tennis, sailing, and a host of other leisure pursuits. Not to be missed is St. Lucia’s Soufriere volcano, the world’s only drive-in volcanic crater.

Situated the setting on the highly desirable Peterborg Peninsula on St. Thomas’ quiet North shore, St. Somewhere offers spectacular views and a tranquil atmosphere. An archway welcomes you into St. Somewhere’s courtyard where you can look past the pool to the sparkling panorama of majestic Magens Bay. From this beautifully-rendered home’s down-island side, an archway welcomes you into St. Somewhere’s courtyard dividing its two pavilions. One long-distance look past the pool out at the sparkling panorama of majestic Magens Bay will stop you in your tracks. St. Somewhere’s polished interiors employ such artful use of light, color and pleasing choices of fabric, artwork and accessories – the decor at this villa has such elegant flair, but it’s not fussy – you can be completely at ease, whiling away low-maintenance vacation days here. This villa approaches perfection in design, decor and view.

Features and Amenities

On one side of the courtyard is St. Somewhere’s main pavilion which houses the high ceiling-ed Great Room. This room offers stunning ocean views from an open-plan kitchen, a dining area, and a shady covered veranda just off the pool.  The fully equipped kitchen has an island, accented in local stonework, and set with barstools.

The outdoor patio offers a soothing sea vista and views of the green hills of St. Thomas beyond. Comfortable, cushioned seating and alfresco dining make this spot a favorite. The tiled deck continues to the infinity-edge pool, set with chaise lounges for reading while working on your island tan. On the other side of the sun deck is St. Somewhere’s two-story bedroom/bath pavilion, fronted by a lawn punctuated with tropical plantings and vivid flowers. Two equally-sized king suites overlook the pool and the calming expanse of Magens Bay from private balconies. The upper suite is done in a delicious key lime pie color, with a romantic four-poster bed. It features its own small covered veranda which overlooks the Atlantic Ocean. The lower suite is done in a beautiful blue with four-poster bed. En suite baths are tiled and feature marble floors and large showers with an ocean view St. Somewhere’s interiors employ artful use of light and color, pleasing choices of fabric, artwork and accessories, but the design is not fussy.  St. Somewhere offers all the elements for an unforgettable tropical escape.

Location

St. Thomas is the perfect vacation for everyone from honeymooners to families and groups of friends. There is a wide array of activities on the island.  Charlotte Amalie, the capital of the U.S. Virgin Islands is a charming center for shopping in St. Thomas.  Beach lovers should not miss Magen’s Bay – St. Thomas’s famous beach and voted one of the top three beaches in the world by National Geographic, wonderful for swimming and snorkeling.  Boating enthusiasts can enjoy sailing, yachting, and power-boating around the island.  There is also excellent golf on the Mahogany Run championship golf club.

Infinity Villa is an impressive hilltop St. Thomas vacation villa rental ideally located on exotic Skyline Drive in North Central St. Thomas. This gorgeous estate offers magnificent scenery as well as beautiful views of the crystal blue Caribbean and St. Thomas’s neighboring islands. An electric gate surrounding the property leads guests into their private Caribbean paradise. The swimming pool at Infinity Villa is possibly one of the largest infinity pools on St. Thomas and is exquisitely lined with blue mosaic tiles to add to the Caribbean theme of the villa. On one side of the pool is the relaxing hot tub and on the other is the romantic gazebo, perfect for watching an evening sunset.

Features and Amenities

Guests staying at Infinity Villa are sure to find everything they are looking for in a St. Thomas villa rental: space, privacy, accommodations, and an amazing view. Guests can choose to rent between two and four bedrooms, so there is enough privacy for everyone. Guests are greeted by the two story main pavilion, opening to the comfortable living room with overstuffed sofas and big screen television. Guests pass through the living room into the modern kitchen with granite counters and a wet bar, through to the scenic dining area. From there, guests are led outdoors to the covered verandas which border the pool. The master bedroom is fitted with a queen size bed, a balcony overlooking the pool and gazebo with a private, tiled bathroom. The three guest bedrooms also have private bathrooms and one is furnished with a queen size bed, the other two with twins.

The staff at Infinity Villa strives to ensure each guest has the most spectacular trip to St. Thomas, Virgin Islands. There is a maid on the property once a week and is available, along with a gourmet chef, for extra services with prior arrangements and an additional fee. The villa is furnished with a top of the line audio system, baby equipment for the little ones, as well as WiFi both indoors and out, a fitness center and an electronic security gate for extra privacy. Guests can relax inside, or cool off in the infinity pool. They can also spend a romantic evening in the hot tub, or soak up some Caribbean sun during the day out on the sundeck.

Location

St. Thomas is home to the capital of the U.S. Virgin Islands, Charlotte Amalie. It has been the heart of St. Thomas’ activities from colonial times to present. Historic buildings found throughout downtown Charlotte Amalie take visitors back to the Danish era when the town was a bustling port of trade; while modern additions of taxis, shops, souvenir vendors and cruise ships in the harbor remind that it is tourism that currently drives the economy. Charlotte Amalie, the main area and the sub district, is home to almost half of the islands 51,000+ residents. Other residents live on the East End, West End and North Side. These references might seem quite broad however on an island just 32 square miles they work well. If you ask for directions you are likely to hear them.

St. Thomas is largely mountainous. Many roads around the island offer terrific panoramic views of the island and ocean. Amongst the hills on St. Thomas and along the beaches you will find an assortment of accommodations; resorts, historic inns, guest houses, vacation homes, villas and condos. St. Thomas is a water lover’s paradise. For your vacation plan a few beach days, snorkeling, scuba diving, windsurfing, a day charter, kite boarding, sailing, fishing, kayaking and para-sailing. On land you can play a round of golf, take an island tour, check out some attractions, take in the historical sites downtown and do some shopping. In the evening you can hit happy hour at a bar or restaurant, catch some live music and have dinner with a sublime view!

The Cyril E. King Airport serves travelers coming to St. Thomas. Visitors staying on St. John and Water Island can easily day trip to St. Thomas; daily ferry service is available. St. Thomas is connected to St. Croix by regular interisland air service and a ferry.

Frangipani Point is a luxury villa located in Jumby Bay, Antigua. A winding driveway, flanked by tall palms, lush bushes and flowering plants leads to this oceanfront estate home located on the exclusive island enclave of Jumby Bay. Two wings, housing the bedrooms, kitchen and family room surround the front pavilion of Frangipani. This large living and dining pavilion has a vaulted ceiling and is nicely furnished, with lots of seating for chatting or enjoying a meal.  The pavilion looks out over the pool and lawns to the panoramic ocean views that lie beyond.

Features and Amenities

On the ground floor are three bedrooms, one with a king size bed and two with double beds. They all have en-suite bathrooms and open onto terraces – one has a private terrace with ocean view. There is also a study, two half baths and a professional, fully equipped kitchen that opens onto a breakfast terrace. The dining table seats twelve and there is a bbq porch with a large gas grill for outdoor cooking.

There is a partial second floor on each wing of the house. In one wing is a family room with cable TV, bathroom and a built-in day bed.  In the other is the master bedroom with king size bed, en suite bathroom and dressing room. This suite has a private balcony overlooking the pool and the ocean. Walk across the lawn and down the stone steps to enjoy the villa’s private white sand beach. Take in the sun and the cool trade winds on the swim dock, or take a plunge in the step-down, freshwater pool, which is surrounded by comfortable lounges and a trellised seating area.  Guests at Frangipani enjoy wireless internet and full access to all the Jumby bay pools, Restaurants, Spa and bar. The home also comes with a golf cart and a covered parking area.

Location

The Caribbean has long been a draw to travelers from around the world who seek seclusion, sun, sand, and relaxation. Away from the hustle and bustle of the big cities, the cold winters, and the fast pace of Western life as we know it today, those who want to get away from it all head to the Caribbean. Antigua is the ultimate Caribbean paradise having been discovered by Christopher Columbus in 1493 and once a British Colony. Nestled into a secluded cove in St. John’s Antigua, Blue Waters is an intimate British-Colonial style boutique resort with 17 acres of lush tropical gardens designed as the perfect island retreat.

V.C. Bird International Airport, located on the northeast corner of Antigua, is the point of entry for visitors arriving by air to Antigua & Barbuda. There are both direct flights and connections from North America via San Juan and St. Martin and several weekly flights from Europe. Scheduled and charter service is available to many of the neighboring islands.

Tango Mare is situated atop the surrounding hills of Hart Bay, with 180 panoramic perspectives of the ocean waters of Hart Bay, Rendezvous Bay, and St. Croix located 40 miles to the south. The single-floor villa features a beautiful vanishing edge outdoor swimming pool that appears to cascade into the ocean waters below. A fabulous marble deck encircles the pool, and a lovely arched pillar pavilion with an outdoor bar and relaxing lounge rest on one side of the pool. The deck is furnished with chaise lounges, overflowing pots of beautiful flowers, and plenty of heritage vegetation in the gardens.

Features and Amenities

The inside of this villa features classic wood crafted furnishings and fabrics in browns and creams, for a relaxing environment. From under the high ceilings of the Great Room, guests will enjoy full views of the ocean waters from the long stool lined bar or while resting on the comfortable furniture. The kitchen is divided from the Great Room by the bar, perfectly situated for entertaining.

There are 4 king sized bedroom suites at Tango Mare, all offering king sized beds. Enjoy the privacy of each bedroom’s personal patio and en-suite bathroom with romantic outdoor showers. A bathtub and shower is offered in the south easterly king suite. Enchanting covered open air walkways act as hallways throughout the house, allowing the trade winds of the ocean to sweeten the air and refresh your day.

Location

Two thirds of St. John is a U.S. National Park, and here you see what the world is like when nature takes care of itself.  Friends of the Virgin Islands National Park volunteers staff an information kiosk here. Spend day after day on beach after beach, each with its own panoramic view.  Let a friendly mongoose lead you along a woodland trail.

Many of them end on a plateaux high in the sky, offering panoramic views of white beaches, emerald cays, and turquoise waters. The island’s long standing, enviable international reputation is not solely based on the pristine beaches, warm weather, and crystal-clear waters – St John is also the most culturally diverse, ethnically rich, and artistically vibrant society in the tropics.  The island’s biggest asset is its sun-kissed people. The residents are island-spiced, friendly and quick to smile. Contemporary Virgin Islanders are literally from everywhere. St John is as diverse as the peaceful Arawak and fierce Carib Indians—and as culturally rich as the peoples of Africa, England, Holland, Denmark, Spain, France, India and the United States.

Masterfully located, Goat Hill enjoys spectacular views of the Caribbean and gentle ocean breezes. To the east, Montego Bay and the Great River boast a lovely sunrise each day and to the west, the sun sets over Round Hill and the sea beyond. Club memberships at Round Hill and Tyrall Club are available to guests so that they might enjoy the wonderful amenities that both resort clubs offer such as golf, tennis, spas, restaurants, bars, private beach clubs and more.

Features and Amenities

Designed by the son of renowned architect Edward Durrell Stone, Goat Hill is a delightful composition of individual pavilions, creating quiet seclusion in each living space. Cut stone terraces and balconies are shaded from the sun by cedar eaves and each bedroom is reached by an exterior stairway with single panel glass doors that open expansively to stunning views and refreshing trade winds. Rich mahogany wood, polished brass and white canvas upholstery come together to form a contemporary atmosphere with original art and unique pieces throughout. Tasteful, clean lines give this lovely home sophisticated elegance.

The living and dining areas are ample and the professional kitchen is a chef’s delight but guests won’t need to spend time preparing meals because the estate’s chef perfected her art under Norma Shirley, the renowned chef of Norma’s on the Terrace in Kingston. She serves breakfast al fresco on the West Veranda under the ackee tree, lunch poolside or on the East terrace, and dinner is served by flickering candlelight in the dining room while lights twinkle across the water in Montego Bay.

The master suite boasts a four poster king size bamboo bed, three glass walls that open to a private balcony and lovely ocean views. Just outside the master is a huge Jacuzzi and the en suite bath has an open shower near a lighted lily garden as well as a hidden tub for two in a private walled garden. The second bedroom features a four poster king size bamboo bed, glass walls that open onto a wrap around balcony and beautiful views. The en suite shower has large open shower and a lighted walled garden. The third bedroom has two twins that can easily be placed together to form a king, glass walls that open out onto the cut stone terrace, swimming pool and ocean views and an en suite bathroom with an open shower and lighted walled garden.

Location

Despite its location almost smack in the center of the Caribbean Sea, the island of Jamaica doesn’t blend in easily with the rest of the Caribbean archipelago. To be sure, it boasts the same addictive sun rays, sugary sands and pampered resort-life as most of the other islands, but it is also set apart historically and culturally.

Today’s visitors will appreciate their trip to Jamaica all the more if they embrace the island’s unique character and the inherent ‘African-ness’ of its population. Aside from its people, Jamaica has much to offer, the curious, thirsty or weary traveler. The Blue Mountains boasts the world’s best coffee, try a cup in the century-old factory at Mavis Bank. There are world-class reefs for diving including those at Runaway Bay and Ocho Rios and great stretches of palm-fringed sand at Treasure Beach or Frenchman’s Cove near Port Antonio. There are offbeat bush-medicine hiking tours, congenial fishing villages, pristine waterfalls, cosmopolitan cities, wetlands harboring endangered crocodiles and manatees, unforgettable sunsets – in short, enough variety to comprise many utterly distinct vacations.

Nowhere else in the Caribbean is the connection to Africa as keenly felt as it is in Jamaica. Kingston was the major nexus in the New World for the barbaric triangular trade that brought slaves from Africa and carried sugar and rum to Europe, and the Maroons (runaways who took to the hills of Cockpit Country and the Blue Mountains) safeguarded many of the African traditions – and introduced jerk seasoning to Jamaica’s singular cuisine. St Ann’s Bay’s Marcus Garvey founded the back-to-Africa movement of the 1910s and ’20s; Rastafarian-ism took up the call a decade later, and reggae furnished the beat in the 1960s and ’70s. Little wonder many Jamaicans claim a stronger affinity for Africa than for neighboring Caribbean islands. This is a country infused with pride in its unique history, stunning landscape and influential culture.

Villa LaVida is a brand new private villa located on the west side of Virgin Gorda. Every room faces the ocean, boasts magnificent sunset views and looks out over fourteen separate Caribbean islands. A short stroll down a stone path will take you through bougainvillea, jasmine and frangipani and down to the secluded white sand beach. Snorkel and explore fascinating rock grottos equipment or swim in the calm turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea.

Features and Amenities

Swim in the infinity pool, or relax beside it in a hammock or chaise lounge on the poolside stone terrace. The three bedroom suites on the lower level of the house open onto this terrace. They all have king size beds and en-suite bathrooms with showers. Also on the lower level and opening onto the poolside terrace are a wet bar and a well equipped media room with a Bose home theatre.

On the upper level is an open concept living room, dining room and kitchen area with a vaulted, open beam ceiling. The kitchen is modern and fully equipped, with an island breakfast bar. Beyond the kitchen is the living room, and doors to the wicker and glass dining table on the deck. To the right of the living room is the dining room where an attractive dark wood table seats ten in comfort. To the left of the living room is an office. Also on the upper level are two bedroom suites. One suite has twin beds and an en-suite bathroom with a shower. The master suite has a king size bed, dressing room, and an en-suite bathroom with a large soaking tub, shower and double sinks. All these rooms open onto the upper deck with its charming seating areas to take in the pool, the beach, the ocean and the sky.

Location

By mid-morning in Virgin Gorda, the sun worshippers have settled down on one of the many deserted beaches that fringe the island: Savannah Bay, Handsome Bay, or Big Trunk Bay. The pace of life is slow on Virgin Gorda, but if you don’t want to spend the day on a beach, there are plenty of other activities. You could explore The Baths, where huge boulders seem to have been arranged by a playful giant to provide a myriad of rock pools, secret beaches, and trails. Visit the Copper Mine standing guard against the blue Atlantic. Or just spend the morning at a hillside restaurant cooled by gentle breezes while you watch the ferries cross the North Sound far below.

Measuring just eight-and-a-half-miles long, Virgin Gorda is the third largest in the island chain. Dramatic slopes plunge from Gorda Peak to the turquoise waters far below. Not many islands offer the range of exclusive resorts, some of them the last word in understated elegance. There are other resorts accessible only by boat. The choice of restaurants will please the most discriminating palate. Whether you stop for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, you’re sure to find yourself lingering longer than you expected. Virgin Gorda has that effect on visitors.

2B Peter Bay Villa enjoys an idyllic setting a short walk from one of the islands glorious white sand beaches on the North shore. This wonderful property is nestled on a lush hillside, in luxurious Peter Bay, and is just 50 feet above the white-sand beaches and crystal-blue sea. The unique villa is spread over several levels and provides guests with some of the most captivating views of the seaside and neighboring islands. Outdoors, a wraparound balcony provides visitors with ample space to enjoy a meal alfresco, and includes a gas grill and wine cooler. Two steps down, guests will find the private swimming pool and sundeck, furnished with comfortable chaise lounges and cocktail area for two. A stone staircase leads guests to the next tier of the property, where a luxurious hot tub is surrounded by a stone terrace.

Features and Amenities

Guests are welcomed onto the property by a columned entry portico that leads to the stunning foyer and the main floor, which is located on two levels. Nearby is an office and open-plan, fully equipped modern kitchen. The property also boasts an extraordinary great room and sitting area, which is ideal for watching television and movies, as well as reading. Guests can have meals in the formal dining area, or go through one of the five sets of magnificent French doors out to the covered gallery where they can dine alfresco. There are four well-appointed, air-conditioned bedroom suites, widely spread out to ensure maximum privacy. Peter Bay is one of the best places to rent St. John villas.

2B Peter Bay Villa provides its guests with one of the most luxurious experiences available in Caribbean villa rentals, ensuring a completely relaxing and serene vacation in St. John. For maximum privacy, the villa is surrounded by an electronic security gate and safe storage units are also provided. The villa is equipped with a fax, satellite TV with DVD player, and Internet access. Maid service is included in the rental and guests have access to the on-site laundry facilities on site. 2B Peter Bay enjoys a truly privileged location on St. John with all the beaches of the U.S.Virgin Islands National Park within a very short and easy drive.

Location

Two thirds of St. John is a U.S. National Park, and here you see what the world is like when nature takes care of itself.  Friends of the Virgin Islands National Park volunteers staff an information kiosk here. Spend day after day on beach after beach, each with its own panoramic view.  Let a friendly mongoose lead you along a woodland trail.

Many of them end on a plateaux high in the sky, offering panoramic views of white beaches, emerald cays, and turquoise waters. The island’s long standing, enviable international reputation is not solely based on the pristine beaches, warm weather, and crystal-clear waters – St John is also the most culturally diverse, ethnically rich, and artistically vibrant society in the tropics.  The island’s biggest asset is its sun-kissed people. The residents are island-spiced, friendly and quick to smile. Contemporary Virgin Islanders are literally from everywhere. St John is as diverse as the peaceful Arawak and fierce Carib Indians—and as culturally rich as the peoples of Africa, England, Holland, Denmark, Spain, France, India and the United States

Katitche Point Great House is an extraordinary property perched just above Mahoe Bay, with commanding views of the Atlantic, Caribbean, the Drake Channel and islands on the horizon. This glorious estate is one of the most desirable properties in the area, just a short walk from beautiful white sandy beaches. Designed by world-renowned architect Michael Helm, it was constructed with the impeccable taste and quality. There are several wide verandas surrounding the property, where guests can relax and enjoy alfresco meals. An outdoor bar overlooks the beautiful infinity-edge swimming pool.

Features and Amenities

Katitche Point Great House is one the most desirable of luxury Virgin Gorda villa rentals. Both interiors and exteriors are exquisitely crafted. The main house is spread over three levels. Through the inner courtyard, with its lemon trees and flower gardens, past an unusual sculpture by Jorg Siegele of Germany, you reach the four guest suites and separate master bedroom. All include private bathrooms and shaded verandas. The lower level of the main house includes a luxurious living room with teak furnishings, a professional-grade kitchen, with an extensive bar, as well as a laundry room and full bath. The second floor leads to a beautiful gallery and library overlooking the living and dining areas. Ideal for stargazing, the Crow’s Nest is the highest point on the property and includes a Persian rug and hammock.

One of the most exclusive luxury Caribbean villas, Katitche Point Great House is a superb retreat for adults and children alike. Guest services include: a full-day housekeeper, a butler, and a gardener who looks after the pool, the garden, and the area surrounding the house. A chef can be hired on request; a hire car is recommended. The villa also provides its guests with a state-of-the-art stereo system, a high chair and child’s cot for infants and small children, wireless Internet service, a gas grill and coolers for the beach. Guests can also rent kayaks and snorkel gear, to explore the beautiful coral reef just below them.

Location

By mid-morning in Virgin Gorda, the sun worshippers have settled down on one of the many deserted beaches that fringe the island: Savannah Bay, Handsome Bay, or Big Trunk Bay. The pace of life is slow on Virgin Gorda, but if you don’t want to spend the day on a beach, there are plenty of other activities. You could explore The Baths, where huge boulders seem to have been arranged by a playful giant to provide a myriad of rock pools, secret beaches, and trails. Visit the Copper Mine standing guard against the blue Atlantic. Or just spend the morning at a hillside restaurant cooled by gentle breezes while you watch the ferries cross the North Sound far below.

Measuring just eight-and-a-half-miles long, Virgin Gorda is the third largest in the island chain. Dramatic slopes plunge from Gorda Peak to the turquoise waters far below. Not many islands offer the range of exclusive resorts, some of them the last word in understated elegance. There are other resorts accessible only by boat. The choice of restaurants will please the most discriminating palate. Whether you stop for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, you’re sure to find yourself lingering longer than you expected. Virgin Gorda has that effect on visitors.