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ABOUT ANGUILLA: Anguilla is a beach lover and sun seekers paradise. Miles upon miles of white sandy beaches and crystal clear waters and idyllic coves - perfect for relaxing and getting away from it all.

There are many attractions in Anguilla, for boat lovers it is heaven, as the national sport is boat racing and sailing. The Anguilla Annual Yacht Regatta takes place every year in May, where yachts compete in a number of events. Snorkelling sunbathing, horse riding and other beach activities are just some of the things you can do. If diving is what you're after, Anguilla offers a superb reef system and offshore wrecks to explore including the Spanish galleon El Buen Consejo, as well as the Stoney Bay Marine Underwater Park. The island is full of artists, there numerous galleries and you can meet many of the artists during your stay.

It is worth visiting some of the smaller islands. Beautiful Sandy Island, is tiny and the perfect place for a romantic swim and sunset cocktail at the beach bar. Uninhabited Scrub Island is sunbathers paradise with calm crystal waters and deserted beach. Prickly Pear Cays a wonderful spot for snorkelling only six miles from Anguilla.

Anguilla has it’s a selection of luxury resorts as well as a few locally owned villas and guesthouses. There is not much in the way of budget except some self catering properties that are reasonably priced. Dine out in one of Anguilla’s world class gourmet restaurants, before heading out for the evening. For nightlife look out for Dune Preserve, the bar on the beautiful Rendezvous Bay dune, or the ever popular Johnno's Anguillan beach bar. If you feel the need for a pint go to Roy's Place, Anguilla's only English pub. Nearby St. Maarten is just a 30-minute ferry ride away for more clubs and Casinos, and for the big spenders you can take a small plane to French St. Bart's for a day of designer shopping and world renown French cuisine.

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PLACES TO VISIT IN ANGUILLA

Local Art Galleries: visit some of the many art galleries on the island.

Snorkeling off Scilly Cay: Just a short boat trip from Island Harbour on the northeast end of Anguilla..

El Buen Consejo Underwater Archaeological Preserve: a government-protected dive site.

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Seagrape Charters Explore the island by plane or boat.

Island Car Rentals Rent a car to get around the island

Wallblake House Visit the oldest and only surviving plantation house on Anguilla.

FAST FACTS

Capital: The Valley

Island Size: 16 miles long, 3 miles wide - 35 square miles

Population: 10,000

Airport: Wallblake Airport .

Electricity: 110 volts

Currency: Eastern Caribbean dollar (EC) - U.S. dollars accepted throughout

Country Code: Area code (264), plus 497, plus the local number.

TOURIST INFORMATION Click on the links to find out more about services and activities in Anguilla.

Anguilla Hotel & Tourism Association Contact them on (264) 497-2944 or email

Anguilla Tourism Board Contact them at Coronation Avenue, The Valley Anguilla, B.W.I. Tel: 264 497 2759 Fax: 264 497 2710 or email

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