Snorkeling and diving are popular at the Caves at Norman Island Photo Credit BVI Tourism

BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS WELCOMES NEW NONSTOP FLIGHTS FROM MIAMI

New Flights from Miami to the British Virgin Islands Take Off on June 1

Tortola, British Virgin Islands, March 2023 – Travel to the British Virgin Islands (BVI) is now easier with new daily nonstop flights from Miami to Beef Island/Tortola, via American Airlines beginning June 1. www.bvitourism.com The game-changing 3-hour flight eliminates the need for travelers to connect in Puerto Rico or St. Thomas, getting them to the Territory with ample time to enjoy their final destination, whether chartering a yacht or staying in a villa, resort, or private island escape. “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,” said Clive McCoy, Director of Tourism, British Virgin Islands Tourist Board & Film Commission. “We have one of the most beautiful collections of isles and cays anywhere in the world and look forward to offering our new and returning visitors an assortment of experiences in The Sailing Capital of the World.”

New Nonstop Flight Service

In a much anticipated decision to expand air service between the U.S. and the BVI, American Airlines will commence roundtrip nonstop daily flights from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport (EIS) on June 1. The airlift will run through August 14 and restart in November after the fall low season. The new air service is expected to bring in an estimated 2,128 monthly passengers to the BVI. Daily flights from Miami to Beef Island will depart at 10:07 a.m. and arrive at 1:06 p.m. Return flights will depart at 1:47 p.m. and arrive at 4:25 p.m.

Devils Bay in Virgin Gorda is a peaceful spot popular with privacy-seekers Photo Credit BVI Tourism

About the British Virgin Islands

British Virgin Islands (BVI) is an archipelago comprising 60 islands and cays in the north-eastern region of the Caribbean Sea. With villas and boutique resorts, there is no shortage of accommodations from which to choose, whether for leisure or MICE (meetings, events, and incentives) travel. The BVI has long been hailed as the sailing capital of the world for its line-of-sight sailing, myriad boat charter options (bareboat, crewed, powered, traditional hoisted sail) , and an array of experiences catering especially to yachties. For more information visit www.bvitourism.com or contact 1-800-835-8530.