“Scrub Island Invitational” Announced for September 2021
Highly Anticipated Fishing Tournament Returns to British Virgin Islands
BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS (Aug. 23, 2021) – Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina, a AAA Four Diamond resort in the British Virgin Islands, has announced the return of highly anticipated Scrub Island Invitational fishing series produced by Bonnier Events, taking place Sept. 16-24. Comprised of two separate three-day tournaments, the event is expected to attract an impressive line-up of boats, all competing for the coveted series title and prize money. An ideal location, Scrub Island Resort offers easy access to the famous North Drop, known for world-class Blue Marlin fishing.
“The inaugural tournament was such a huge success, drawing very accomplished teams from various countries, and we expect a great deal of interest for this year’s event from competitors anxious to get out and enjoy the challenge,” said Michael Schoonewagen, general manager of Scrub Island Resort. “We have full support from the BVI Department of Conservation & Fisheries and tremendous feedback from the most devoted of anglers.”
During the tournament, anglers and their families may enjoy the resort’s top-tier amenities, including Ixora Spa, world-class restaurants, two private beaches, a four-tiered pool with waterfalls, a 55-slip marina and more. Scrub Island’s Marina is the departure point for most of the water-oriented activities available at the resort. Yachts and watercraft of all sizes are available for group and private charters, from sightseeing to deep sea fishing. Here, visitors can explore the breathtaking sea life surrounding the island, in addition to the famous North Drop for the best Blue Marlin fishing in the Atlantic.
For more information on the Scrub Island Invitational, visit ScrubIslandInvitational.com. For more information on Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina, call (877) 890-7444 or visit ScrubIsland.com. For the latest BVI travel guidelines, visit BVITourism.com.
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About Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina, BVI
Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina is named after its location, a serene 230-acre private-island haven situated at the east end of Tortola in the British Virgin Islands. The luxury, AAA Four-Diamond hotel is tucked into a rugged cliff overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea and neighboring islands. It features 52 guest accommodations as well as a collection of two-, three-, four- and six-bedroom villas, the intimate Ixora Spa, world-class restaurants, two private beaches, on-site boutique, sundries shop with grab & go options, full-service provisions store and a 55-slip marina. The resort marina offers exhilarating excursions through Dive BVI, sailing certifications with Offshore Sailing School and is the base of operations for Dream Yacht Charter, the world’s leading charter company. For more information, call toll free U.S. (877) 890-7444 or visit ScrubIsland.com.
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