To enjoy a wonderfully warm tropical island climate, try one of ourBritish Virgin Islands vacation rentals. These islands – about sixty in total – are a delight for those who never want to be cold or even remotely chilly.

The winter temperature is only about 5 degrees cooler than that of summer, effectively making it seem like summer all year round.

The first European to spot the Virgin Islands was Christopher Columbus, who noticed them on his second trip to the Americas. After that, several European nations wrestled for control of the area. During all of this upheaval, the islands became notorious for harboring pirates.

Finally, things settled down under after the establishment of British rule and the islands were used to grow sugar cane and other agricultural products. The abolition of slavery meant that the area had to adapt to an entirely different way of doing things. Now, the economy is doing very well thanks to the rise of international banking and tourism.

The terrain of the British Virgin Islands is rugged and mountainous since the islands were formed by volcanic activity. The exception is the island of Anegada – it is a flat island made of limestone and coral. Beaches and water sports are favorite tourist activities, and history buffs will enjoy checking out all of the museums and historic sites near our British Virgin Islands vacation rentals.