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Anguilla
Home » The Caribbean » The Caribbean » AnguillaAnguilla, 16 miles long and 3 miles wide at its widest point, is the northernmost of the Leeward Islands and is a British Dependent Territory. The island is famous for its 33 tremendously white, powdery soft beaches and it’s crystal clear turquoise waters. Many celebrities make Anguilla their vacation spot of choice.
Water sports are obviously popular in Anguilla, but there is much to see and do on land as well. In fact, much of the island is still uninhabited, making it a perfect place to explore. There are also museums, biking, hiking, sports, and more. You can even take advantage of other islands’ activities, as Anguilla is very close to Puerto Rico, St. Maarten, and St. Martin.
Some of the most popular activities on Anguilla are waterskiing, parasailing, paddle boating, windsurfing, glass-bottom boats, chartering sailboats and motorboats, taking picnics to secluded beaches and cays, snorkeling, fishing, diving, and swimming with dolphins. Popular land activities include art gallery tours, museum tours, horseback riding, hiking, biking, bird-watching, golf, and photography tours.
For those desiring a more romantic or relaxing time, the island has many spas and all-inclusive resorts. In fact, Anguilla is known for tending to the body, mind, and spirit. Spas and resorts range from moderately priced to full luxury, and this island has the most five-star resorts of any island in the Caribbean.
If you want to be pampered like a movie star, Anguilla is the place for you!
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