The isles that comprise the British Virgin Islands archipelago are the Caribbean’s most treasured jewels. Each is a verdant piece of paradise dotted with endlessly charming points of interest, surrounded by immaculate white beaches and sapphire-toned waters. The largest are known for rich vegetation, exceptional luxury resorts, beautiful beaches, fantastic food, and friendly locals. Some of the less-prominent islands are completely uninhabited and designated as national park space.

A journey to Grenada remains incomplete without an enchanting detour to Carriacou (pronounced (Karry-a-cou). Experience Caribbean living in its purest form as the island’s allure lies in its tranquil and rejuvenating escape from the hustle and bustle of the modern world. Carriacou, meaning “Isle of Reefs,” is conveniently located just 90 minutes away by ferry or a quick 20-minute flight from the main island of Grenada. As the second-largest island within the state of Grenada, spanning a modest 13 square miles, Carriacou boasts some of the world’s finest dive spots, with crystal-clear waters, and the World-famous Paradise beach.

Grand Turk, the capital of the Turks & Caicos Islands, attracts avid divers eager to experience one of the world’s greatest wall diving meccas, with a drop of nearly 7,000 feet. Grand Turk has must-see sites including The 1852 Lighthouse, Philatelic Bureau, and St. Thomas Anglican Church (built in 1823). Behold Guanahani Beach, the site of the monumental first landfall of Christopher Columbus during his voyage to the New World in 1492.