Anguilla is a pocket-sized island which is unashamedly dripping
with exclusivity and has more designer appeal than a vintage Chanel
suit.
Everything centres around the stylish
beaches and the sea, which are simply perfect and, if you love to
dine out, there are restaurants galore, which offer a medley of
fantastic gourmet cuisine with atmospheres to match.
Flying time: 8hrs 30 minutes to Antigua, then
onward flight of 40 minutes.
Time difference: GMT -4hrs.
Getting there: Direct services operate
to Antigua with British Airways and Virgin Atlantic, with
onward flights to Anguilla on Liat or on shared or private
charter.
Currency: Eastern Caribbean Dollar, which is
tied to the US Dollar.
Vaccinations: Precautions for tetanus, typhoid,
diphtheria and hepatitis A are recommended - please contact your
doctor for up-to-date information.
Visas: British passport holders do not require
a visa. All other nationals please check visa requirements with the
embassy.
Best time time to visit: Hot and tropical
climate tempered by trade winds throughout most of the year. The
driest period is from January to April and there is increased
rainfall in summer and towards the end of the year. Like the other
Leeward Islands, Antigua can be affected by hurricanes, which are
most likely to develop between June and November.
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