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Welcome to Anguilla

The Aguilla 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.

 

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.  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...

When to go

The weather is mild enough, year round, to be only a minor consideration for most people.  But, depending on what time of year you visit Anguilla, you may be surprised by how many - or how few - other travelers you encounter...

Clothing and Attire

Packing for your trip to Anguilla should be fairly intuitive.  Lightweight, comfortable clothing is a must for exploring the island on hot days, bathing suits are only appropriate on the beach, and don't forget a sweater for cool nights...

 

Getting to Anguilla is not as easy as with some of the larger Caribbean islands, but there are still many travel options to choose from. From air travel to cruises to chartering a sailboat, the choice is yours, and the island is definitely worth the effort...

 

There are plenty of natural attractions to explore during your trip to Anguilla.  Tree sculptures are a unique part of the island's desert landscape, and Anguilla's small national park features small caves, a natural spring, and indigenous animals...

Casinos

Casinos are illegal in Anguilla, but if gambling is a part of your vacation to-do list, you can take a ferry to St. Maarten for a night of slots and live game tables...

Beaches

The top reason visitors travel to Anguilla each year is to stake their claim on a piece of sand at one of the island's beaches.  Even in the Caribbean, where all of the beaches are beautiful, Anguilla's are considered to be some of the best...

 

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 food is popular as well. Superb wines from all over the world and Caribbean rums offer the perfect complement to any meal...

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...

 

Your Anguilla trip can be as laid back or activity packed as you want it to be.  For the vacationer who likes to get up and go, there are endless options: golf, tennis, sailing, fishing, and more...

Diving and Snorkeling

Anguilla is a great location for snorkeling and diving due to the warm waters and excellent visibility.  In the early 1990s, several ships were sunk to create an artificial reef system, and five marine parks were born as a result...

Fishing and Chartering

Sport fishing in Anguilla is not the most popular past time, but you can still get out on open waters if it is important to you.  Try chartering a yacht for a tour of the island with a view that you won’t get on dry land...

Golf

Though golfing opportunities in Anguilla are limited, the island is home to one of the top courses in the Caribbean:  Temenos Golf Club.  Golfers can also get some practice at the Pitch and Putt in Sandy Ground...

 

There are an array of accommodations in Anguilla to suit a host of travel styles and preferences. Vacationers should have no problem finding a charming hotel, resort, or rental property that fits them -- though all-inclusive plans aren't common...

 

 

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...

History

The history of Anguilla informs how life on the island today came to be.  Learn all you can by reading out guide to Anguilla History before you arrive on the island for your tropical vacation...

Economy

Unlike many other Caribbean islands, Anguilla's topography was not suitable for plantation lifestyle.  That did not stop islanders from figuring out how to use the land to their benefit and base their economy in agriculture...

Crime

Anguilla has a laudably low crime rate, but that doesn't mean that travelers should completely let their guard down...

 

No matter how great your hotel is, you're bound to get restless to see the sights on an island as beautiful as Anguilla. Explore both the popular and more remote areas of the island by taking advantage of Antigua's several car rental companies or experience the island's intriguing tropical scenery on a bike or moped...

Ferries and Boats

Daily ferry services are available to transport passengers from Anguilla to St. Martin.  Independent ferries are regulated by the government and run approximately every 45 minutes at a cost of $15(USD) each way...

Taxis

Taxis in Anguilla are unmetered, so setting a price with your driver before you take off is a must.  Some drivers charge more when their are more than two passengers or more than two bags...

Buses

Though there is no public transportation in Anguilla, one private bus service does exist.  These buses can be chartered for large group tours, and hold anywhere between 15 and 45 passengers...

 

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Arrive in Anguilla prepared to handle every situation that might arise during your stay on the island.  Whether it's calling home, plugging in your personal electronics, or learning the appropriate tipping etiquette, our extensive guide to will inform you about all the basics...

Currency and Credit Cards

The Eastern Caribbean Dollar is the official form of currency in Anguilla, though the United States Dollar is also widely accepted.  You can exchange your money at the airport upon arrival, or at a local bank and even some hotels...

Customs

Penalties exist for those who try to bring contraband items into Anguilla.  Learn what you may and may not bring before you go through customs...

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As a desert island near the equator, Anguilla has year-round good weather.  Temperatures stay warm with low humidity, and pleasant breezes brought by northeast trade winds help keep the climate comfortable. Summertime brings the rainy season, with scattered, brief storms. More...

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