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Soggy Dollar Bar: A Beachside Paradise

Experience the legendary Soggy Dollar Bar on Jost Van Dyke: home of the Painkiller cocktail and the ultimate Caribbean beach vibes.

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The Soggy Dollar Bar, nestled on White Bay in Jost Van Dyke, British Virgin Islands, is a legendary beach bar famous for its laid-back vibe and the birthplace of the Painkiller cocktail. With no dock in sight, visitors often swim ashore, giving the bar its quirky name and creating a unique Caribbean experience.

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Local tips

  • Try the original Painkiller cocktail, the Soggy Dollar's signature drink.
  • Bring cash, although credit cards are accepted.
  • Arrive early to secure a good spot on the beach, especially during peak season.
  • Take a taxi from Great Harbour to White Bay if you don't have a boat.
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Getting There

  • Ferry

    The most common way to reach Jost Van Dyke is by ferry. Ferries depart from West End, Tortola, multiple times daily to Great Harbour, Jost Van Dyke. From Great Harbour, a taxi can take you to the Soggy Dollar Bar in White Bay. New Horizon Ferry operates daily from West End, Tortola, to Great Harbour. The ferry ride is approximately 25 minutes. A round trip costs around $40 USD, and a one-way ticket is about $30 USD. A taxi from Great Harbour to White Bay is approximately $20 USD for three people and takes about 5 minutes.

  • Water Taxi

    Water taxis offer a more direct and flexible route to Jost Van Dyke. Many water taxis operate from St. Thomas or Tortola. They can drop you off directly at White Bay, saving you a taxi ride from Great Harbour. A water taxi from Red Hook, St. Thomas, to Jost Van Dyke costs around $190 USD. Negotiate the fare before departure.

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The Soggy Dollar Bar isn't just a bar; it's a Caribbean institution. Located on the pristine, white sands of White Bay, Jost Van Dyke, in the British Virgin Islands, it has earned its reputation as a must-visit destination for sailors, tourists, and anyone seeking a slice of paradise. Founded in the 1970s, the bar's name comes from the unique way patrons originally reached its shores. With no dock available, boaters would anchor offshore and swim to the beach, their dollars getting soaked in the process. This quirky tradition has become part of the bar's charm, contributing to its casual and carefree atmosphere. The Soggy Dollar is also the home of the original Painkiller cocktail, a delicious blend of dark rum, cream of coconut, pineapple juice, orange juice, and a sprinkle of nutmeg. Sipping a Painkiller with your toes in the sand is a quintessential Soggy Dollar experience. Today, White Bay is easily accessible by road, though many still arrive by boat. The bar offers a range of amenities, including beach chairs, ring toss games, and mellow tunes, creating an inviting ambiance for all. The Soggy Dollar Bar embodies the laid-back lifestyle of the Caribbean, making it a timeless and beloved destination.

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