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According to Wikipedia: "Tortola is the largest of the British Virgin Islands in the Caribbean. It features several white-sand beaches, including Cane Garden Bay and Smuggler’s Cove. Road Town, the capital of the British Virgin Islands, has a harbor dotted with sailing boats and is known as a yachting hub. In the island's southwest, forested Sage Mountain National Park offers trails and sweeping views over neighboring cays."

We walked into town but ended back local bar, a stone's throw from the ship, enjoying a refreshing libation and free Wi-Fi.

Again, they drive on the left, in mostly left-hand drive cars (there is a mix). It's more understandable here - they are British after all.

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