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The
Island
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Anguilla is a British
West Indies Island in the Caribbean, north of St. Martin which prides
itself on its magnificent 33 private beaches and warm hospitable
people. It is a quiet little island, with fabulous restaurants and
fascinating shipwrecks to explore underwater. They are also known
for some of the best snorkeling in the Caribbean. It is the perfect
vacation for those who truly wish to get away from it all and just
surround themselves with the beauty of nature, bask in the warm sun and
swim in crystal clear "electric blue" ocean.
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Real Media Player Required
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Watch
the
Tourist
Board Video On
Anguilla
(NOT
recommended unless
you have FAST Internet access)
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What to Expect |
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Climate:
The average daytime peak temperature is 83 Degrees Fahrenheit (29
Degrees Centigrade) with little seasonal variation. Rainfall averages 36
inches (910 mm) per annum |
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About
Anguilla |
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Government:
British
Crown Colony. Westminster-style system of government with a Governor, an
Executive Council and a House of Assembly. |
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Today's
Forecast |
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Map
of Anguilla |
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Currency:
Eastern Caribbean Dollar (EC$) U.S. currency generally accepted
throughout the island. Fixed exchange rates: US$1.00 = EC$2.70.
EC$1.00 = US$0.37¢ |
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Getting
to Anguilla |
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Language:
English, with a distinct Anguillan accent. |
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Electricity:
120/240 Volts AC (60 cycles) - same as that provided in the U.S.A. |
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Communications:
A range of communication services including card phones, payphones and
internet services are provided by Cable & Wireless. |
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Time
Zone:
Atlantic Standard Time (4 hours behind Britain, 1 hour ahead of the U.S.
Eastern Seaboard). |
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