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City tours, excursions and tickets in Tortola and surroundings
Moving around in Virgin Islands British - transportation
The main seaport is located in Road Town. It receives not only domestic ships, but also intercontinental cruise liners from the United States and Europe. Quite often, budget conscious tourists travel between the Virgin Islands on ferries, which cruise here almost every hour. The cost of the ferry ride depends on its class, the distance of travel and the availability of additional services. It should be noted that there are rental points of various water transport on the coastal lines. Here you can rent a boat, a boat, a yacht or a jet ski, with which you can, not only have fun, but also get to the necessary residential place.
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Economy roadmap of Virgin Islands British
Agriculture in the country is represented mainly by sugar cane plantations, which is used for domestic needs. The fact is that the Virgin Islands are flourishing in the production of rum, which is exported to almost all countries of the world. In addition, they grow vegetables and fruits, and breed a small amount of poultry and livestock, focused on obtaining meat and dairy products. In the coastal regions with a rich underwater world, fishing is conducted all year round. The light industry and construction industry, including large enterprises for the production of concrete blocks, have also received development. The growth of industrial production facilities is about 3%. Today, the main sources of electricity in the country are fossil resources. The electricity consumption is about 40 million kilowatts per hour. Thus, the country can fully meet the needs of the domestic market. … Open
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Saudi Arabia to Open 38 Hotels in Diriyah
Diriyah is one of the first mega projects in Saudi Arabia. Hotels and other infrastructure will start opening next year, and all works are expected to end in 2026. The first 18 restaurants in Bujairi Terrace will start operating already in early 2022.
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01.06.2023
Diriyah is one of the first mega projects in Saudi Arabia. Hotels and other infrastructure will start opening next year, and all works are expected to end in 2026. The first 18 restaurants in Bujairi Terrace will start operating already in early 2022.
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01.06.2023
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Attractions and active leisure
You should definitely walk along the paths of Sage Mountain Park, known for its large number of animals and birds. Note that local forests are very thick, and there is a real danger to get lost. If you want to plunge into the local culture, then visit the ethnic village Crafts Alive or performance of local heritage dancers. It is possible to have fun at night in beach bars like Bamboushay or Pusser's. Most of all … Open 
Cuisine and top restaurants
Black tea and Bush tea are very popular drinks on Tortola. The second one is almost can’t be found outside the island. You can find fresh local fruit, lemonade and good coffee in all cafes. There are almost all kinds of imported hard drinks on the island, from beer to wine, tequila and vodka. But you should definitely try rum, which is made on Tortola. Cruzan rum and Pusser’s rum are the most popular. … Open
Traditions and mentality of Tortola
Throughout the island, it is customary to greet each other, even if you don’t know the person. Unlike many countries in the Caribbean, Tortola residents behave much more restrained, especially in remote settlements. On the other hand, Tortola inhabitants are not prudish as British people. It is customary to shake hands regardless of age and social status and be polite to all people. Locals will not appreciate … Open
Travel guide to Tortola
Many vacationers will be charmed by eco tours, during which they can attend local national reserves and admire the beautiful local nature. Tortola is incredibly popular with lovebirds and newlyweds, so a significant part of the island’s hotels is targeted at this category of visitors. On demand, many hotels are glad to organize a romantic wedding ceremony. The choice of honeymoon options is also fantastic, so … Open
Tortola for children - what to visit
Don’t miss the chance to visit Josias Bay with your family. This is a relatively well-preserved example of colonial architecture. Here the child will have a chance to see the living conditions of the plantation owners and their workers in the 18th and 19th centuries. There is a gallery in one of the buildings of the former sugar cane plantation, where young artists will find interesting objects. You can just … Open
Shopping, streets and outlets
You can buy seasonings that are used by local chefs, typical of Caribbean cuisine on the island. You should better buy rum at Callwood Distillery factory, but in general, you can find this drink in any island store. Local wine, tea and coffee are also tasty here. A variety of herbal mixtures is popular here. This is quite a curious purchase because it is not always possible to understand what you’ve bought. … Open
