If you're interested in taking a luxurious Caribbean vacation, then Peter Island might be the ideal destination for you. Found just five miles south of Tortola, this inviting private island in the British Virgin Islands is known for its excellent beaches and its upscale edge. It's also known for its stunning resort. The Peter Island Resort is a true Caribbean sanctuary that encourages its guests to enjoy what is defined as relaxed elegance. While the service here is attentive, it isn't so attentive that it becomes obtrusive. There are 52 total guest rooms at the Peter Island Resort, and visitors can also entertain the option of staying in one of the three luxury villas.

For those who are planning on visiting Peter Island, a stay at the upscale, yet casual island resort will be in the cards. There aren't any other lodging options on this private island in the British Virgin Islands, which is part of the charm of a Peter Island escape. Guests at the Peter Island Resort will have no less than six, sugar-sand beaches to choose from, as well as twenty secluded coves. When you're not enjoying the soft sand and the warm waters of the Caribbean Sea during your visit to Peter Island, spending some time at the resort's spa is always an option. Numerous swimming pools also attract those who are looking to relax, and a list of more active activities can also be enjoyed.

As is true at many Caribbean resorts, those who stay at the Peter Island Resort will be able to enjoy a host of complimentary activities. Visit Peter Island, and some of the complimentary activities that you'll be able to select from include tennis, snorkeling, sailing, hiking, biking, windsurfing, and sea kayaking. Nightly movies are on offer to help keep the fun going once the sun goes down, and the weekly manager's cocktail parties are excellent for meeting other guests. These are just some of the things that you'll be able to enjoy on your trip to Peter Island, and the list only gets longer when you also consider the activities that you can enjoy for an extra fee. Activities such as deep sea fishing, scuba diving, and a round of golf on St. Thomas might cost extra, but they are worth it if you have the funds. You might even take a helicopter tour or rent a Jeep to explore Peter Island. You'll quickly find that getting bored on a Peter Island vacation just isn't an option.

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All of the guest units at the Peter Island Resort are cozy and well-appointed, and if you prefer, ocean view rooms are available. An elegant Caribbean theme characterizes the décor of the guest units, and some of the amenities that will help to make your stay a good one include plush guest robes, a CD clock radio, data ports for internet access, a safe for your valuable, and a refrigerator. Outside of the guest units, the facilities include two restaurants, a daily seafood buffet, two bars, a picnic lunch service, a fitness center, a library, and a marina. The marina is where all visitors to this private island in the British Virgin Islands will arrive. After flying into Tortola, it's a 40-minute ride to Peter Island aboard the resort's private yacht. You can also pull your own craft into port if you please. Yacht and sailboat slips are available for rent for those who are arriving by way of a private boat.