Oil Nut Bay mentioned in the BVI News, BVI named ‘Hottest Destination’ for 2025
The British Virgin Islands (BVI) has received a significant boost to its tourism profile, being named the Hottest Destination of 2025 by Modern Luxury, the largest luxury lifestyle media company in the United States.
The announcement came as part of Modern Luxury’s annual Best of Luxury Travel Awards, which highlights global leaders and trendsetters in high-end travel — from destinations and luxury resorts to bespoke tour operators and private aviation companies.
In addition to the BVI’s headline win, Oil Nut Bay’s Quintessa Villa was named Best Private Villa in the Caribbean, further solidifying the territory’s reputation as a premier luxury destination.
Director of Tourism Clive McKoy welcomed the recognition, calling it an honour.
“This recognition reflects the timeless allure of our islands, our world-class hospitality, and the incredible people who bring the spirit of the BVI to life for every visitor. From luxury villas like Quintessa Villa at Oil Nut Bay to the pristine waters that have made us a global sailing capital,” McKoy stated.
Other Caribbean destinations receiving awards included The Bahamas and St. Vincent and the Grenadines. They joined a list of global hotspots such as Mexico, The Maldives, Thailand, Paris, and the Fiji Islands.
The latest accolade adds to a growing list of international recognitions for the BVI. In 2024 and 2025, the territory earned spots on several prestigious lists, including The New York Times’ “52 Places to Go in 2025” and Travel + Leisure’s 2024 World’s Best Awards, where Virgin Gorda ranked number 18 and Jost Van Dyke ranked 21.
