Anguilla, an island in the Caribbean that is known for its immaculate beaches draped around turquoise waters. The atmosphere is casual but has a low key elegance. There is no need to be in a rush on this island, the tempo is a relaxing slow vibe to help you escape from your everyday life. With The thirty three remarkable beaches you easily can find a calm and tranquil escape. Travel the island and find quaint villages and breathtaking scenery. Most of this island is not commercialized. With romantic restaurants, and hotels you will make memories of a lifetime. The island from east to west is only 16 miles long and from North to south 3. Encompassed of coral and limestone this northern island of the leeward chain is less than ten miles from St. Maarten. Travelers from the U.S. could leave from most states and be here in the same day. If you live on the East Coast you could usually leave in the morning and be there in the afternoon just in time for lunch and an afternoon swim.

Anguilla’s average temperature is approximately 80 degrees, and a little cooler at night. The island lights up in the evening with a sky filled with an abundance of stars. It rains more from September and October than any other month. February through March is this destinations dry season.

English settlers landed on this island in 1650. Although the French temporarily took over this island in 1666 the island was returned to Britain. The main language is English.

Anguilla’s local currency is the Eastern Caribbean Dollar but the U.S. dollar is accepted all over the island which is at a fixed rate of $2.68 (ECD) to $1.00 (U.S.)

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