Anguilla is the most northerly of the Leeward Islands. The lack of
direct flights and cruise ships does make it a bit more exclusive than
many other Caribbean Islands. An independent British Crown Colony, the
Chief Minister Emile Gumbs has said "of course we are known for
sparkling white beaches...the leading travel writers have voted us
number one, time and time again...you have to see these to believe
them".
Anguilla has remained proudly exclusive and if you
enjoy roughing it, Anguilla is not for you, Anguilla is for the most
part undiscovered and offers a peaceful contrast to its other Caribbean
neighbours. It is probably one of the only really private places left
in the world today and is one of the safest Caribbean island. It is the
friendly people that make you want to return again and again. Its
10,000+ inhabitants, just one traffic light and one night club, are its
major attraction, perfect for sun seekers who take doing nothing
seriously.
Anguilla is arguable one of the few
bourgeois societies of the Caribbean. Most Anguillans own a house and a
small plot of land and remain a friendly as well as an entrepreneurial
nation.
Anguilla is probably the best kept secret in the Caribbean. There are
no fewer than 33 glorious white sand beaches with some of the most
luxurious resorts and hotels. If it is a quiet beach time you are
seeking Anguilla is the place for you. The Island is discovered by many
visitors and celebrities as a haven of tranquillity. However you can
enjoy the best of both worlds as a 20 minute ferry ride connects you
with cosmopolitan St. Martin with its designer boutiques and French
creole nouvelle cuisine. While in Anguilla we will soothe you and slow
you down to our peaceful way of life. Enjoy some of the most beautiful
beaches in the world, Shoal Bay, Meads Bay, Rendezvous Bay, etc., etc.
or enjoy some of our 'adventure' beaches.
Long Bay is an 'adventure beach' because it has the reputation for
wonderful shells and is reached by "turning at the house with the green
fence" then following the barely visible tracks through a goat pasture,
you have to give way to the chicken and her ten chicks just a couple of
days old.
Another adventure beach is Little Bay, the
only problem is getting there. You have to hire a boat and reach it by
sea, or instead you can climb down a rope and fishing net ladder which
someone has tied to the cliff top. It is 100 meters of beach surrounded
by high cliffs on three sides and it has lots of natural wild life. The
beaches are uncrowded and the only footsteps you are likely to see are
yours. The year round tropical climate makes this the ultimate vacation
destination.
Anguilla has a good selection of excellent restaurants and small bars
with music and beach side dancing. Most dining out is casual and there
is not a restaurant that demands a jacket and tie, although you may
wear one if you wish.
Suggested Day Trips:
Go to Island Harbour and spend a day at gorgeous Scilly Cay.
Spend a day at West Shoal Bay Beach and enjoy a barbecue fish lunch at Uncle Ernie's.
Go to Sandy Ground and take a trip to Sandy Island, you can enjoy the
Sandy Ground Beach Bars which have live music. Don't miss Johnno's,
Wednesday evenings.
Spend a day at each of the following exclusive beach resorts; Pineapple
Beach Club, Cap Jaluca, Malliouhana, Casa Blanca, Coccoloba (you can
play tennis here).
Water sports and scuba diving trips can be arranged.
Have a enjoyable day shopping at St.Martin.
It is quite easy to take a day trip to St.Barts and Saba by sea or air.
Enjoy local food at Old House Restaurant and Brother's Cafeteria.
For evening entertainment see Anguilla Life Magazine and enjoy the local Caribbean music.
Anguilla can be easily explored and car hire is surprisingly
inexpensive. The Caribbean has always been seen as the rich man's
paradise but you can enjoy this best kept secret in the Caribbean by
staying in one of our luxury villas.
