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| Anguilla |
| Location: |
| 150 miles east of Puerto Rico, in the Caribbean Sea
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| Time: |
| Atlantic Standard Time (GMT -4), no observance of DST
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| Size: |
| 16 miles long,
3 miles wide |
| Population: |
| 13,250 residents
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| Language: |
| English |
| Currency: |
| Eastern Caribbean dollar, fixed rate, = $0.37 (USD)
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| Capital: |
| The Valley
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The Anguilla Guide
is your comprehensive vacation guide to one of the most surprising islands in the Caribbean. A small, unspoiled island, Anguilla features some of the most breathtaking beaches in the world. After years as a well-kept secret, the word is out about this island's natural beauty and friendly people.
No matter how great your lodgings are, you're bound to get restless to see the
sights in a destination as beautiful as Anguilla. Explore both the popular and more remote areas of
the island by taking advantage of the several methods of transportation you'll encounter in
Anguilla. More...
When to Go
Depending on what time of year you visit Anguilla, you may be surprised by how many - or how few - other travelers you encounter. More... |
Making Decisions
Choosing between all of the exciting places to visit while in Anguilla can be difficult, but settling on a few basic decisions can help simplify your vacation planning. More... |
Booking Your Vacation
Once you know how you'd like to arrive and where you'd like to stay you're all set to begin making definite arrangements. More... |
Anguilla is not difficult to reach - in fact, vacationers will find that they
have many options for arriving on the island. From
Air Travel to
Cruises to
Sailing and Yachting, the choice is yours!
Culinary Styles
For travelers who consider excellent cuisine a major vacation priority, Anguilla is a top destination. Many of the island's renowned chefs combine Caribbean and international flavors to create their own unique, delicious dishes. Fine French and Asian cuisines are popular as well. Superb wines from all over the world and Caribbean rums offer the perfect complement to any meal. More...
For travelers who consider excellent cuisine a major vacation priority, Anguilla is a top destination. Many of the island's renowned chefs combine Caribbean and international flavors to create their own unique, delicious dishes. Fine French and Asian cuisines are popular as well. Superb wines from all over the world and Caribbean rums offer the perfect complement to any meal. More...
Restaurants
World-class restaurants create amazing cuisine guaranteed to satisfy even the most discriminating gourmand. While casual clothing is acceptable at restaurants during the daytime, travelers should bring dressier attire for dinner. If you plan to dine at any of the island's best or most popular restaurants, you'll need to make reservations. More...
World-class restaurants create amazing cuisine guaranteed to satisfy even the most discriminating gourmand. While casual clothing is acceptable at restaurants during the daytime, travelers should bring dressier attire for dinner. If you plan to dine at any of the island's best or most popular restaurants, you'll need to make reservations. More...
There are a number of accommodations in Anguilla to suit a whole host of travel
styles and preferences. Vacationers should have no problem finding a charming hotel, resort , or
rental property that fits them.
First settled by Amerindians approximately 3500 years ago, Anguilla supported centuries of
civilizations with its abundant fish and then-fertile farmlands. In the mid-17th century, the
British established the first European settlement and despite French attempts to wrest control of
the island, power stayed mainly in British hands. The island relied on a plantation economy, but because the climate had become arid, growing crops was more difficult. When slavery ended,
difficult economic conditions forced many people to leave in search of work. Anguilla became
independent of British rule in 1967. More...