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The island of Anguilla ( Ann-GWIL-A), British West Indies is located in the Eastern Caribbean, about six(6) miles from St. Martin. (Click
to see map). It is the most northerly of the Leeward Islands, 18N, 63 W.
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General Information
- Sixteen (16) miles long and three (3) miles wide
- Thirty-five (35) square miles
- Average temperature 80F
- Capital - The Valley
- Population - 14,886
- British Overseas Dependent Territory
- Language - English
- Currency - Eastern Caribbean Dollars (EC)
- US$ is widely accepted. The exchange rate is US$1.00 = EC$2.68
- Electricity - 110 volts AC
- Informal and relaxed dress code. Swimsuits in public areas are not appreciated
- Nude and topless sun bathing is not accepted on public beaches
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Island Activities
- Swimming - there are 33 plus beautiful white sandy beaches on Anguilla, all are public
- Tennis
- Golf
- Snorkeling
- Scuba diving
- Horse Back Riding
- Bird Watching
- Deep sea and shore fishing
- Boating trips to nearby islands, sunset cruising and day sailing
- Art gallery, museum and historical tours
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