Fact File for Anguilla
Anguilla forms part of the Leeward Islands on the northeast Caribbean. The island makes up for its small size in much-sought after Caribbean bliss of immaculate, powdery beaches, coral coastline and glistening, multicolored waters.
COORDINATES: 18º23N, 63º05W
LANGUAGE: English
CAPITAL: The Valley
WEATHER: Tropical wet and dry, moderated by northeast trade winds with temperatures varying little throughout the year. Average daily temperatures range from 27C (80F) in December to 30C (87F) in July. The most rain falls September-October and the driest months are February and March. Hurricane season is June-November.
BEST TIME TO CHARTER: December-April
AIRPORTS: Anguilla is served by the Clayton J. Lloyd International Airport (AXA) located outside of The Valley.
TIME: UTC-4
CURRENCY: East Caribbean dollar (XCD); major credit cards are widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, shops serving tourists. ATMs are available at the airport, several banks in The Valley and in certain shopping malls.
ELECTRICITY: 110 V, 60 Hz
PUBLIC HOLIDAYS:
- 1 Jan - New Year's Day
- Mar/Apr - Good Friday, Easter Monday
- 1 May - Labor Day
- 30 May - Anguilla Day
- 2nd Monday in Jun - Queen's Birthday
- 10 Aug - Constitution Day
- 19 Dec - Separation Day
- 25 Dec - Christmas Day
- 26 Dec - Boxing Day
MAIN PORTS AND MARINAS: Yacht Haven Grande, Shoal Bay, West The Valley
RECOMMENDED BEACHES: Anguilla offers a total of 33 fine beaches, all of which are worth visiting; Shoal Bay, Rendezvous Bay, Little Bay, Maundays are just a few.
CULTURAL: Atmosphere is very laidback and English customs prevail. Beachwear should be confined to beaches and resorts. Anguillians are very warm people and will greet anyone they meet, whether they know them personally or not. Smoking is allowed in public.
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