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First Impressions of Tortola (BVI)

18 May 2025 · 14 min · 24K views · Road Town, Tortola

What this video covers

Huub motors 22 miles from Nanny Cay to Road Town, Tortola, in the British Virgin Islands to inspect a 40-foot Leopard catamaran.0:08 After anchoring, the crew rents a car to tour the island, beginning with a hike to the summit of Mount Sage.2:36 Despite reports of overgrown trails and poor visibility, the group completes the hike before visiting Cane Garden Bay Beach for lunch and a Painkiller cocktail.3:49 The itinerary continues to a local rum distillery, Smugglers Cove, and Soper’s Hole, where the crew notes the availability of customs check-in facilities and marina infrastructure.7:49 The day concludes with a walk through Main Street and a visit to the Soggy Dollar Bar—the original home of the Painkiller—before motoring two miles to a new anchorage near friends.10:32 Throughout the visit, the crew finds the British Virgin Islands more affordable than anticipated, noting that marina fees and food costs remain reasonable compared to other Caribbean destinations.6:52

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Leopard 40 (2005-2009)Reviewed

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