B.V.I. Pride Frequently Asked Questions

What exactly is adventure travel?

From our perspective, adventure travel begins with the decision to get away from traditional forms of travel such as cruise ships and franchised hotels, and the realization that you cannot truly experience a country from the climate-controlled side of a bus window. On the other hand, though, adventure travel does not necessarily imply setting off with bare essentials in undiscovered frontiers. Rather, at Lundy Charters we believe that choosing to participate in adventure travel is deciding that the best, most meaningful way to travel is to immerse yourself in a new place and interact with new people first hand. It is about having authentic experiences. Here are few things to understand about adventure travel, relating in particular to the Caribbean.

Plans Change: In the course of adventure travel, we will run into the unexpected from time to time. This is because we are out and about in the real world, soaking in the thrill of new experiences. As a result, there are some elements that are simply out of our control. Weather is a big one.

Try New Things: Traveling with Lundy Charters can be the experience of a lifetime. So, especially in the Caribbean, why not try something new? Maybe you want to try eating a local delicacy? Maybe you want to be like the West Indians and walk around barefoot on a hot summer day. Whatever it is, really immersing yourself in this new culture and forgetting all expectations of life at home can be a rewarding - often liberating - experience.

Physical Challenges: Another important component to adventure travel is physically getting yourself out and about by foot, bike, kayak, and so on. Physical activity is a part of our trips not because we think you need exercise, but because there are places and moments in the world best experienced in this manner. Many of life's most memorable moments come from reaching the peak of a small mountain and taking in the view, from a quiet walk on a secluded forest trail, or from a trek along a coast with pounding waves. But in case you are worried, here are some more details on the physical difficulty of our trips: unless otherwise stated, our trips are gauged to accommodate the average, decently healthy adult. You should certainly be able to walk a few miles in a day - with plenty of breaks for food, fun, and beautiful scenery. Even on the days with the most physical activity you should never feel overly exerted.

Talk to People: In the Caribbean people will generally have a different mindset from the one that you have, as a result of having been raised in an entirely different environment. Talking to them and sharing ideas will allow you to see life from a different perspective. Indeed, this is one of the best things about adventure travel! 

The Camera: Pictures are very important to us all and indeed they should be. We encourage you to take lots and lots of photos so that you will have an incredible collection for years to come. But do take some time during your travels to just lay the camera to rest, breathe in the exciting Caribbean air, and sit back to absorb all that life has to offer at that moment.

Different Strokes: Things can be different in the Caribbean. But again, the more you can go with the flow, and not worry, the more fun and adventure you will have. In a word, relax. While the Caribbean is westernized in many ways, it still has a wild spirit you will not find anywhere else.

Happy Memories: One of the most incredible things about travel, and especially adventure travel, is that afterwards you tend to remember the good things only. Sure you may have had a meal that was not up to par, but trust us, this will be inconsequential by the time you get home. You will be the center of any social gathering with your incredible tales of the Caribbean!

Who qualifies to go on your "singles" trips? 

Singles trips are for people who are traveling alone -- whether they are single or partnered in life back home -- and for friends who are traveling together but not as a couple. The objective is to get a group of people who are all looking primarily to interact with new friends

Do your trips feel like a Cruise? 

No. People take our trips primarily because they want to experience adventure travel.

What is the pace of these trips?

Our trips are unlike any experience you have ever had, and are tailored to you. Come expecting to have the best week of your life. 

I'm a vegetarian. Will that be a problem? 

Absolutely not. Let us know about that, or other special dietary restrictions on the questionnaire we send out before the trip.

Is it any problem if a straight friend joins me on a trip? 

While these trips focus on the gay and lesbian community we open our trips to anyone, regardless of sexuality. 

What can I expect from this trip?

Our guests often say this is the best trip they have ever been on. Hear it from our guests. See our testimonials

Is airfare included?

Airfare is not included. Please contact us for information regarding travel to the British Virgin Islands. The BVI Airport (Beef Island Airport - EIS) is the airport we recommend flying into for all our BVI charters. We pickup guests on docks at the airport (yes....that means you can walk from your aircraft to your yacht). 

From where do the trips leave? Where do I board the boats?

Our trips depart from Trellis Bay on Beef Island, located 200 yards from the Beef Island Airport (EIS).  Our boats will be on moorings in Trellis Bay and our Pride Program Directors will meet you on the docks with beverages (in case you are thirsty from your long day of travel).