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Location Overview / Where is British Virgin Islands located?:
The British Virgin Islands are located in The Caribbean, between the Caribbean Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean, east of Puerto Rico - 18 30N, 64 30W. The British Virgin Islands are comprised of 16 inhabited and more than 20 uninhabited islands; includes the island of Anegada. Tortola, is the largest, most populated and most developed island. Virgin Gorda, the second largest of the BVI is world famous for 'The Baths'. Other smaller islands and cayes include Jost Van Dyke, Anegda, Peter Island, Norman and many more isles. Smaller islands with accommodations include Marina Cay, Necker Island or Saba Rock. Total area: 150 square kilometers (including the island of Anegada). The highest point is Mount Sage, 521 meters. There are no direct flights to the British Virgin Islands from either the US or Canada. The only access by plane is via San Juan in Puerto Rico or St Thomas or St Croix on the US Virgin Islands. The most direct way to arrive to The BVI is via San Juan, Puerto Rico. Frequent connecting service is offered by American Eagle, Liat and Cape Air with occasional service by other airlines and charter flights. Good map resource: http://www.bvitourism.com/maps
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