INSIDER TOUR
Wey da lime
In the British Virgin Islands, to invite someone for an outing, one asks: “Wey da lime?” According to The Virgin Islands Dictionary by Kareem-Nelson Hull limin’ means “relaxing, hanging out and doing nothing more, being out with friends, taking it easy, but not at home”.
It’s important to understand that around the Caribbean bussin a lime looks different to everyone – in BVI it can mean going to a popular bar or restaurant, heading out for a day’s sailing or even taking a dip at a secluded beach. It’s totally up to you… And now it’s up to me to take you for a lime.
Party lime
If you’re in any doubt where to go to party, follow the lights to Tortola Pier Park. It’s a relatively new limin’ spot, but it has quickly become a favourite among the locals. You can choose to dine in one of the open-air restaurants or, if you prefer, gather your friends for drinks or hookah at a cigar bar.
When the moon comes out, the boardwalk transforms to welcome partiers, who savour creative cocktails and move their bodies to an eclectic music mix from DJs and live bands. There’s no need to pick a favourite bar or restaurant – most locals hop from
