Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Thanksgiving Day
Fourth Thursday in November
Christmas Day & Boxing Day
December 25 and 26
British Virgin Islands
New Year's Day
January 1
HL Stoutt's Birthday
First Monday in March
Commonwealth Day
Second Monday in March
Good Friday
Friday before Easter (in March or April)
Easter Monday
Monday after Easter (in March or April)
Whit Monday
May or June (date varies)
Sovereign's Birthday
mid-June (date varies)
Territory Day
July 1
BVI Festival Days
First Monday to Wednesday in August
St Ursula's Day
October 21
Christmas Day & Boxing Day
December 25 & 26
Telephone
The Virgin Islands' phone system is similar to the US system. In the BVI, be prepared for
whopping charges - it is one of the most expensive places in the world for calls.
Cell Phones
» You should be able to use your cell phone on most islands, but be prepared for exorbitant
roaming fees.
