Originally hailing from Atlanta, GA, I pursued a degree in Marketing at the University of Georgia and forged a successful career in the Hospitality field. However, my enduring love for the beach and the cherished memories of my childhood holidays in the Caribbean have always held a special place within me.

In 2009, I resolved to follow my heart’s desire and embarked on a journey to Turks and Caicos, where I assumed the role of General Manager for a boutique resort community nestled on a remote island. With six fruitful years in TCI under my belt, I took a hiatus to embark on travels and exploration. It was during this period that I stumbled upon the hidden gem known as Nature’s Little Secret, the breathtaking island of Virgin Gorda. Instantly captivated by its harmonious blend of natural beauty and warm-hearted inhabitants, I knew in my soul that I had stumbled upon the perfect opportunity to pursue my passion. This led me to acquire Villas Virgin Gorda (www.villasvirgingorda.com), a vacation rental company and set the stage for an exciting new chapter in my life.

While still maintaining my role as a partner and active owner of Villas Virgin Gorda, I have now returned to my Georgia roots and live part-time in Watkinsville, GA. My journey has now come full circle, and I am brimming with enthusiasm to assist others in creating their ideal vacation experiences. Armed with my extensive knowledge and experience in the hospitality and travel industry, my unwavering commitment is to provide unparalleled service, ensuring that every client’s vacation surpasses their expectations, leaving them with cherished memories that will endure.

In both my professional and personal spheres, I remain steadfastly focused on realizing my dreams and empowering others to do the same.

Michelle and Karl Dietz are thrilled to finally be living in Virgin Gorda and joining the day-to-day operations of Villas Virgin Gorda! Hailing from Atlanta, GA, the island life is a new adventure for them. They first visited the Caribbean in 2011 and decided quickly that they would have a small beach wedding in Turks & Caicos. By the end of that event, they were cooking up an 8 year plan to move somewhere in the Caribbean because they fell in love with the people, food, and the gorgeous clear waters.
Michelle and Christi were roommates in college and, when Christi invited them to visit Virgin Gorda in 2016, they jumped at the opportunity and fell in love with BVI. There’s nothing like the view of Virgin Gorda on the horizon, rising proudly out of the blue waters and they knew it was where they wanted to plant roots. Soon after, the plan was hatched to purchase Villas Virgin Gorda and, despite hurricanes and global pandemics, they still think it was the wisest decision they ever made.
Michelle has a background in accounting and payroll and Karl was a security engineer. They have 2 lovely daughters, 2 adorable pups, and welcomed their first grandson this year. In their spare time, they enjoy reading, traveling, hiking, snorkeling, and good food. They love to chat about their favorite things to do on Virgin Gorda and they look forward to welcoming you to this small slice of paradise they now call home!