Where Are The Pink House Villas?

Pink House Villas are private vacation residences located on the eastern corner of famous White Bay beach on the island of Jost Van Dyke (JVD) in the British Virgin Islands ("BVI's"). They are about 6 miles north of St. Thomas, 5 miles northwest of Tortola and 60 miles east of Puerto Rico. Although Jost van Dyke is British (and you'll need a passport), the local currency is the US Dollar. The local time in the BVIs is Atlantic Standard time, the same as US Eastern Standard time in the summer and one hour ahead in the winter.

How do I get to Pink House Villas?

There are a number of options:
By far the easiest and quickest way to reach us is with Dolphin Water Taxi. They meet Pink House guests right at the Dolphin counter at St Thomas bag claim with free beer, water, and local area rum shots for a quick transfer here. Dolphin's land transfer to red hook and to a water taxi standing by ready to go direct to Great Harbor JVD. Total trip time 90min, approx cost $128pp each way + $65pp Int'l processing fees for entry. Text 340-774-2628 with any questions about the VIP service, or click here to make your reservation now. Dolphin Can also be used for day trips throughout the BVI while you are enjoying your stay. Fly to Beef Island, Tortola, BVI. Take a 30-minute taxi ride to "West End" and the ferry When or Paradise Express to Great Harbour, JVD. Fly to St. Thomas, USVI. Take the ferry directly from downtown Charlotte Amalie to JVD on certain days or connect through West End, Tortola. You can also obtain ferries from "Red Hook" St. Thomas and the Inter-Island ferry to Great Harbour, JVD. Fly to St. Thomas and taxi to RedHook, then either arrange a private taxi through our concierge service, a partner company such as Dolphin Water Taxi or rent a boat* for transportation over to Pink House Villas that can be used throughout your stay. Transportation information can be found on sites such as www.bviwelcome.com. The ferry schedule to get to and from JVD as well as other islands can be found here as well as here. If you are interested in renting a jeep during your stay, please contact Paradise Jeep Rentals at 284-499-0952. Rental Rates are around $70 per day. If they do not have any jeeps,you may also try Abe's by the Sea at 284-495-9329. *Although there is no dock on WhiteBay, there is a mooring buoy and you may anchor.

Is there anyone on Jost Van Dyke who can help me?

Absolutely! Colin Aldrige is our property manager and can help you with virtually any detail. His phone number is 757-287-2731 or 284.443.2222 and email is info@jostvandykescuba.com. Colin will be your on-island contact; he can orient you and answer any questions you may have. Be sure to call Colin a week or two before your trip to confirm your arrival time.

What about groceries during my vacation on Jost Van Dyke?

There are a number of ways to provision the house for your stay. (While you can purchase many everyday items on Jost, there are no large supermarkets.)

• Bring groceries from home. We use banana boxes from our local grocery store or an extra suitcase to pack groceries,then bring them along as checked baggage. Frozen foods travel well.
• Shop on the way from the airport to the ferry. On both St. Thomas and Tortola there are grocery stores which will probably meet your needs. Cost-U-Less, Marina Market, and Kmart are on St. Thomas and Rite Way is on Tortola. Rite Way's website is www.rtwbvi.com and you can order your groceries online and work with our property manager to have them delivered to the house ahead of your arrival.

What should I bring with me?

• Tons of sunscreen. You are in the tropics - even those of us lacking fair complexions burn rather quickly.
• Insect repellent. We especially like to burn the green coils which are available almost anywhere.
• Pharmacy items including peroxide, bandages and antibacterial cream.
• Snorkel gear. There may be some in the house, but they may not be the proper size.
• Your own music. We have our own favorites- nothing beats a little George Winston and a gin/tonic at sunset, Frank Sinatra with a candlelit dinner, or some Winton Marsallis with lunch!

Pack very lightly… you may never put on more than a bathing suit and sarong or shorts and a T-shirt!

What about first aid?

There is a full time nurse on JVD, and hospitals on both Tortola and St. Thomas. In event of a medical emergency contact the clinic or the police (495.9345) on JVD.

How can I be reached, how do I make phone calls?

The phone number at the house is 284-495-9441. To call long distance, dial "111" then use a credit card. Calls to the United States will be international calls. The local phone company (Cable & Wireless) site is www.candw.vg. Most cellular companies offer service - check with your provider to be sure. Colin's phone number to use in the event of an emergency is 757-287-2731 or 284-443-2222.

Are there any good web sites I should check out for more information about visiting Jost?

• www.bviwelcome.com
• www.britishvirginislands.com
• www.b-v-i.com
• www.bvitourism.com
• www.limin-times.com
• www.usvi.net
• www.bvi.gov.vg