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virgin gorda

Paradise on the Rocks in the British Virgin Islands

A Visit to The Baths, the Iconic National Park
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As we docked, we were greeted by rainy skies
By GERRY and PAMELA BARKER
North Palm Beach Life/ December, 2019
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We leave Serenity and walk to the ferry for
​ the 30-minute ride to Spanish Town
on Virgin Gorda, where a bus will take
us to The Baths National Park.
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Here's our starting point, where
​ guides will take us on walking paths.
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It's a fairly easy walk. You just have to watch your step and be careful not to fall into the cactus that dots the hillsides. 


Photos/Video by North Palm Beach Life
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You also get some great views from the trail
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The first stop is Devil's Bay Beach, where sparkling clear waters are framed by massive boulders and blue skies
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We spent almost an hour here, soaking up the sunshine and swimming, before heading for the pathway to The Baths. Notice
​ the rainbow, above, on the left?
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Pam enjoying some sand and surf
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Signs point the way
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A scenic view from the trail
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As we got closer, we encountered another
tour group. Since you can only
proceed single file, it created a traffic
​ jam that took about 40 minutes to unwind.
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You have to navigate some tight places, as Pam finds out. Be prepared to hoist yourself on ropes, too.
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It's OK to go to the light. Now we can see why the line was moving so slowly.
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Gerry pauses to congratulate himself on making it through. Show off!
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So much natural beauty as you go
​ through the massive rock caverns.
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Our guide, right, was proud of his "Mickey Mouse" ears haircut. He was one cool dude.
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Made it! Pam on the beach at The Baths.
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You can buy a shirt that proves you
​ were there, or take lots of photos.
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A panoramic view of the beach area at The Baths
Our guide was DJ for the ride back.
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A selfie is a must!
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Time to get back on board.
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Sunset on the British Virgin Islands
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Let's toast to a great day on Virgin Gorda!

Meanwhile, Back on Serenity ...

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We had reservations at Silk, the Asian fusion restaurant on Serenity
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Hats off to the chef!
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The chefs work their magic!
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The food there was amazing, as was the service. 

Check Out the Latin Dance Show in the Supper Club...

It takes two to tango, and sometimes four as the Crystal dancers show at the Stardust Supper Club.

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      • Road Trip! - Sedona Wineries
      • Road Trip! Tonto Natural Bridge State Park
      • Road Trip! - Mogollon Rim
      • Road Trip! - Verde Canyon Railroad
      • Road Trip! - Jerome, Arizona
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      • Road Trip! - Palm Springs Celebrity Tour
      • Road Trip! - Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
      • Road Trip! - Festival in Palm Springs
      • Road Trip! - Willcox, Arizona and Apple Annie's Orchard
      • Road Trip! Willcox Wineries
      • Road Trip! Chiricahua National Monument
      • Road Trip! Tombstone, Arizona
      • Tombstone, Part Two
      • Road Trip! - Epilogue
    • Traveling With Joe >
      • Beartooth Highway
      • North Cascades National Park
      • A Visit to the Philippines
      • Grand Canyon National Park
      • Glacier National Park
      • Yellowstone National Park
      • Hiking in Bear Country
      • Crater Lake National Park
      • Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta
      • The Kerrville Folk Festival
      • Building Hope in the Rio Grande Valley
      • Yellowstone Camping Tales
    • Unknown Yellowstone >
      • Unknown Yellowstone - Heart Lake
      • Unknown Yellowstone - Summit Lake
      • Unknown Yellowstone - Shoshone Lake
      • Unknown Yellowstone - Grizzly Lake
      • Unknown Yellowstone - Riddle Lake
      • Unknown Yellowstone - Pelican Cone
      • Unknown Yellowstone - Mt. Washburn
      • Unknown Yellowstone - Specimen Ridge
      • Unknown Yellowstone - Avalanche Peak
      • Unknown Yellowstone - Divide Creek
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