Since the 1980s, it will now be easier and quicker to reach the British Virgin Islands (BVI), thanks to American Airlines flights to Beef Island/Tortola.
The Honourable Kye M. Rymer, MHA. The Deputy Premier Minister of Communication & Works Minister has announced that the British Virgin Islands (BVI) will be receiving direct flights from Miami in the USA by mid-year 2023.
From June 1, American Airlines will start operating nonstop roundtrip flights, daily from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport (EIS), previously Beef Island Airport.
These American Airlines flights to the British Virgin Islands will set a development benchmark as a territory breakthrough.
To quote Clive McCoy, director of tourism, British Virgin Islands Tourist Board & Film Commission, “As the first nonstop flight from the U.S. in decades, this is a monumental opportunity to bring more North American travelers to the crystal-clear waters of our beloved island-destination.”
New Nonstop Flight Service
In the pursuit to expand air travel between the U.S. and the BVI, American Airlines will run through August 14 and restart in November. With this new nonstop flight service, BVI is expected to get almost 2128 passengers every month.
Daily flights from Miami to Beef Island have the scheduled departure time of 10:07 a.m. and arrival is scheduled at 1:06 p.m.
Return flights will take off at 1:47 p.m. and reach back to Miami at 4:25 p.m.
About New Accommodation Features
Extending its heartfelt welcome to the travelers, BVI has added to its accommodation choices. Thereby, facilitating its visitors to choose from a wide variety as per their convenience.
With the expanded accommodation options, tourists can select from the new boutique properties on beaches of award fame. Moreover, several charter companies have lately entered the market, giving island hopping opportunities to the visitors. So, when travelers board flights to Tortola, they are in for a refreshing retreat.
Here are the accommodation highlights of BVI:
- Cornucopia BVI is the latest tourism concept that is ideal for small travelers’ groups. There are 4 deliciously designed plush rooms and a luxe superior suite in the Country French Caribbean abode. This is an adults-only accommodation where travelers can enjoy an everyday gourmet breakfast. It also welcomes pets.
- The Hideout is the only luxury resort close to the White Bay Beach on Jost Van Dyke. It has seven villas and each offers private plunge pools.
- Now, Virgin Gorda Villa Rentals offers 32 luxury villas around the island of Virgin Gorda in –
- Mango Bay
- Little Trunk Bay
- Leverick Bay
Charter News
New charter companies are sailing into the BVI from January. Among these Dream Caribbean Blue found its official operating base in Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina. However, AA is cutting its flights to Samana Dominican Republic as a part of exiting 3 short-haul international markets. But with the new roundtrip flights, AA will maintain its connection with BVI.
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