ANGUILLA, “ ISLAND OF THE IGUANAS”
BY CLAY LARROY
Do
you feel like it is time for a short vacation? The Caribbean is a wonderful
vacation destination. Once you decide to travel, how good you plan the trip
will help you feel comfortable and be comfortable at your destination. Not only
will you feel less anxiety before the trip, but you can rest assured that once
you arrive where you're going you will have a good understanding of what's
going on there. When you need to plan a vacation contact me!
Anguilla "Feeling is Believing"
Anguilla
is more than a destination. Anguilla is an experience, a special feeling found
nowhere else. Anguilla represents the ultimate in escape from the ordinary, the
opportunity to leave behind the busy everyday to wrap oneself in the very
essence of relaxation. Visitors come from all over the world to Anguilla to
rejuvenate the mind, body and spirit. As they say in Anguilla "Feeling is
believing."
Who comes to love Anguilla? Much is made of the rich
and famous who come to this island haven to hide in plain site, to mingle
undisturbed. But for every celebrity there are the thousands of visitors every
year who come for the warm hospitality of the people, the brilliance of the
beaches and the quiet, idyllic return to a more elegant, simple yet rich
existence.
The sea has always played an
important part in the island"s culture and traditions. Numerous fishing
villages, like the ones at Crocus Bay and Island Harbor embody centuries of
Anguilla"s maritime history and nautical traditions. So ingrained is the
love of the sea that boat racing is the national sport. The unique Anguilla
boats and boat racing extravaganzas are the product of a bond with the sea that
is as deep as the waters that cover the ocean floor. The Anguilla community is
peaceful and joyous. The island is largely Christian in denomination. English
holidays such as the Queen"s Birthday, Whit Monday and others are
celebrated, but English speaking Anguilla maintains a unique balance of all the
historic influences that make this island a truly individual nation.
Anguilla is an easy island to
explore. One major road runs from the East End to the West End, with smaller
roads branching off. Whether seeing the island by taxi, bike, scooter or car,
there is always a beautiful beach; a restaurant, café or barbecue with
sumptuous fare; art gallery, museum or boutique; a harbor dotted with brightly
colored "Anguilla" boats; a breathtaking vision of architectural
resort styles that include Moorish, Mediterranean, and modern designs just
"up the road" from charming and, colorful West Indian hotels,
resorts, and private homes.
Each of Anguilla"s beaches
is open to the public - visitors can take their pick of all, or stay with their
favorite during their time on the island. Beach-hopping is a favored pastime
of visitors who relish sampling long ribbons of quiet and serene white sands,
picturesque coves, beaches ringing harbor waters dotted with colorful fishing
boats, beaches where bistros and the sounds of live music fill the air, beaches
overlooked by one of the many fine dining establishments where a beach stroller
can come out of the sun for haute cuisine. Not all of the beaches are swimming
and water sport locations. Many are isolated and secluded nature spots where
goats, iguana (sporadic sightings) and protected sea turtles outnumber the
human visitors. So whether looking for sun and fun, a hike, or perhaps, a quiet
place for a picnic in a tranquil surrounding, one of Anguilla"s beaches is
sure to fill the bill!
REFERENCE SITES
http://www.travelresearchonline.com/blog/index.php/voyager-travel-articles/
The true Caribbean people… we are carnival people, we are vibrant people, not dead people.
We like to be heard and we like to have fun.
Viv Richards
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