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We'd like to share some useful tips with you, so that you can plan your next trip to Guadeloupe with family, friends or business.
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GOOD REASONS TO TRAVEL TO GUADELOUPE
▶️ AN ARCHIPELAGO : 5 ISLANDS, 5 ATMOSPHERES
There's only one Guadeloupe, but a whole archipelago of constrates, made up of 5 islands : Basse-Terre, Grande-Terre, La Désirade, Les Saintes and Marie-Galante. Your trip to Guadeloupe will be like no other. Enjoy 5 atmospheres for the price of one!
▶️ THE MANY LANDSCAPES From majestic Basse-Terre, with its lush vegetation and sumptuous waterfalls, to Grande-Terre, with its white-sand beaches, turquoise waters and surf spots. Then there's La Désirade for its simplicity and white-sand beaches. Just a stone's throw away, let yourself be tempted by the secrets of the island of Petite-Terre, classified as a nature reserve. One of the world's best snorkeling spots. The authentic Marie-Galante, the island of a hundred windmills. You'll be alone in the world to enjoy some of the most beautiful white sand beaches in the Caribbean. Les Saintes, with its 9 wild islets, its atypical "Kaz" and its turquoise bay, listed as one of the most beautiful bays in the world.
▶️ HIKING AND WATER SPORTS Guadeloupe offers a wide range of activities to suit all budgets, sports enthusiasts, surfers, divers and nature lovers...
▶️ THE MANY LANDSCAPES From majestic Basse-Terre, with its lush vegetation and sumptuous waterfalls, to Grande-Terre, with its white-sand beaches, turquoise waters and surf spots. Then there's La Désirade for its simplicity and white-sand beaches. Just a stone's throw away, let yourself be tempted by the secrets of the island of Petite-Terre, classified as a nature reserve. One of the world's best snorkeling spots. The authentic Marie-Galante, the island of a hundred windmills. You'll be alone in the world to enjoy some of the most beautiful white sand beaches in the Caribbean. Les Saintes, with its 9 wild islets, its atypical "Kaz" and its turquoise bay, listed as one of the most beautiful bays in the world.
▶️ HIKING AND WATER SPORTS Guadeloupe offers a wide range of activities to suit all budgets, sports enthusiasts, surfers, divers and nature lovers...
WHEN TO GO
▶️ THE BEST SEASON TO VISIT GUADELOUPE
No need to worry! You'll have plenty of heat during your stay! The average temperature in Guadeloupe is 26°c. If you're looking for warmth and sunshine during winter, the best time to visit is from December to April. This is the dry (or Lenten) season, when rainfall is least frequent. Thanks to the year-round trade winds, the warmth is pleasant: it's good to live in the West Indies. Sea temperatures can exceed 29°C from July to October, and never fall below 24°C during the dry season. Want to cool down? Just head for the heights (La Soufrière, the river...). The hurricane season starts in July and ends in mid-November. Rainfall is regular but generally short-lived, except in the case of tropical waves, storms, etc.
▶️ MAJOR EVENTS
The Guadeloupean calendar is marked by several major events. The Guadeloupe Carnival takes place in January and February, and every weekend sees a parade of carnival groups. In March, cetacean enthusiasts can watch the whales off the coast. At the end of May, the Marie-Galante Terre de Blues International Music Festival takes place. Sports : In August, the famous Tour de cycliste international de la Guadeloupe takes place. In November, every 4 years, the legendary Route du Rhum race takes place.
No need to worry! You'll have plenty of heat during your stay! The average temperature in Guadeloupe is 26°c. If you're looking for warmth and sunshine during winter, the best time to visit is from December to April. This is the dry (or Lenten) season, when rainfall is least frequent. Thanks to the year-round trade winds, the warmth is pleasant: it's good to live in the West Indies. Sea temperatures can exceed 29°C from July to October, and never fall below 24°C during the dry season. Want to cool down? Just head for the heights (La Soufrière, the river...). The hurricane season starts in July and ends in mid-November. Rainfall is regular but generally short-lived, except in the case of tropical waves, storms, etc.
▶️ MAJOR EVENTS
The Guadeloupean calendar is marked by several major events. The Guadeloupe Carnival takes place in January and February, and every weekend sees a parade of carnival groups. In March, cetacean enthusiasts can watch the whales off the coast. At the end of May, the Marie-Galante Terre de Blues International Music Festival takes place. Sports : In August, the famous Tour de cycliste international de la Guadeloupe takes place. In November, every 4 years, the legendary Route du Rhum race takes place.
INFORMATION ABOUT GUADELOUPE
People : Guadeloupeans
Surface area : 1,628.43 km2
Local language : French is the main language. Guadeloupean Creole is the second language spoken on the island.
Airport : Pointe-à-Pitre Pôle Caraïbes airport
Geographical location : Located in the Caribbean archipelago some 8,000km from mainland France.
Time difference : The time difference between mainland France and the West Indies is 5 hours in winter and 6 hours in summer. When it's 12 a.m. in Paris, it's 7 a.m. in winter and 6 a.m. in summer in the West Indies.
Currency : The currency used is the euro. Most payments are made by credit card. The main French/European banks are present in Guadeloupe (BNP, Crédit Agricole, Société Générale, Caisse d'Epargne...).
Telephone : Be careful about making calls to mainland France on your cell phone, to avoid overcharging. Check with your operator. The area codes to be entered before the number start with +59. Mobile numbers are 0690 and landlines 0590 (e.g. +590 690 12 34 56).
Surface area : 1,628.43 km2
Local language : French is the main language. Guadeloupean Creole is the second language spoken on the island.
Airport : Pointe-à-Pitre Pôle Caraïbes airport
Geographical location : Located in the Caribbean archipelago some 8,000km from mainland France.
Time difference : The time difference between mainland France and the West Indies is 5 hours in winter and 6 hours in summer. When it's 12 a.m. in Paris, it's 7 a.m. in winter and 6 a.m. in summer in the West Indies.
Currency : The currency used is the euro. Most payments are made by credit card. The main French/European banks are present in Guadeloupe (BNP, Crédit Agricole, Société Générale, Caisse d'Epargne...).
Telephone : Be careful about making calls to mainland France on your cell phone, to avoid overcharging. Check with your operator. The area codes to be entered before the number start with +59. Mobile numbers are 0690 and landlines 0590 (e.g. +590 690 12 34 56).
Before you leave
▶️ FORMALITIES FOR TRAVELING TO GUADELOUPE
Guadeloupe is a French overseas department and therefore part of the European Union. Residents of the European Union must present a valid identity card. However, if you wish to travel to islands outside the French Caribbean (Saint-Martin in the Dutch part, Antigua, etc.), you will need a valid passport.
▶️ AIRLINES
Guadeloupe's main airport is Pôle Caraïbes in Pointe-à-Pitre. From mainland France, you'll need to allow between 8 and 8.5 hours for the flight. Several airlines offer flights to Guadeloupe:AirFrance,AirCaraïbes,Corsair. To make booking your tickets easier, you can choose to go through a travel agency specialized in holidays in the West Indies. The agencyVoyages Antillaisallows you to benefit from 2 pieces of luggage of 23KG and payment in several instalments without charge.
▶️ RENT A CAR IN GUADELOUPE
This is of course the best solution when you want to discover Guadeloupe and its secrets, especially if you're traveling with several people. Several car rental companies will be able to offer you the ideal vehicle for your stay:Jumbo car,AutoDiscount Location,Ada.
Guadeloupe is a French overseas department and therefore part of the European Union. Residents of the European Union must present a valid identity card. However, if you wish to travel to islands outside the French Caribbean (Saint-Martin in the Dutch part, Antigua, etc.), you will need a valid passport.
▶️ AIRLINES
Guadeloupe's main airport is Pôle Caraïbes in Pointe-à-Pitre. From mainland France, you'll need to allow between 8 and 8.5 hours for the flight. Several airlines offer flights to Guadeloupe:AirFrance,AirCaraïbes,Corsair. To make booking your tickets easier, you can choose to go through a travel agency specialized in holidays in the West Indies. The agencyVoyages Antillaisallows you to benefit from 2 pieces of luggage of 23KG and payment in several instalments without charge.
▶️ RENT A CAR IN GUADELOUPE
This is of course the best solution when you want to discover Guadeloupe and its secrets, especially if you're traveling with several people. Several car rental companies will be able to offer you the ideal vehicle for your stay:Jumbo car,AutoDiscount Location,Ada.
HEALTH
▶️ THE HEALTH SYSTEM
No vaccinations are required to travel to Guadeloupe. The health system (Carte Vitale) is the same as in mainland France. So remember to travel with your carte vitale and mutuelle.
▶️ MOSQUITOES
Guadeloupe has a tropical climate, and mosquitoes are not immune. We recommend that you obtain mosquito repellent from a pharmacy before you leave (Cinq sur cinq Tropic, Insect écran,...). In the event of a sting, a soothing cream such as Marie Rose or GERANIUM essential oil.
▶️ THE SUN
Beware of sunburn: before you leave, make sure you have sun cream, a cap and sunglasses. Don't neglect Guadeloupe's magnificent sunshine!
▶️ WATERWhen walking to the coral reefs, watch where you step or wear beach shoes to avoid being stung by sea urchins.
No vaccinations are required to travel to Guadeloupe. The health system (Carte Vitale) is the same as in mainland France. So remember to travel with your carte vitale and mutuelle.
▶️ MOSQUITOES
Guadeloupe has a tropical climate, and mosquitoes are not immune. We recommend that you obtain mosquito repellent from a pharmacy before you leave (Cinq sur cinq Tropic, Insect écran,...). In the event of a sting, a soothing cream such as Marie Rose or GERANIUM essential oil.
▶️ THE SUN
Beware of sunburn: before you leave, make sure you have sun cream, a cap and sunglasses. Don't neglect Guadeloupe's magnificent sunshine!
▶️ WATERWhen walking to the coral reefs, watch where you step or wear beach shoes to avoid being stung by sea urchins.
GOOD REASONS TO TRAVEL TO GUADELOUPE
▶️ AN ARCHIPELAGO : 5 ISLANDS, 5 ATMOSPHERES
There's only one Guadeloupe, but a whole archipelago of constrates, made up of 5 islands : Basse-Terre, Grande-Terre, La Désirade, Les Saintes and Marie-Galante. Your trip to Guadeloupe will be like no other. Enjoy 5 atmospheres for the price of one!
▶️ THE MANY LANDSCAPES From majestic Basse-Terre, with its lush vegetation and sumptuous waterfalls, to Grande-Terre, with its white-sand beaches, turquoise waters and surf spots. Then there's La Désirade for its simplicity and white-sand beaches. Just a stone's throw away, let yourself be tempted by the secrets of the island of Petite-Terre, classified as a nature reserve. One of the world's best snorkeling spots. The authentic Marie-Galante, the island of a hundred windmills. You'll be alone in the world to enjoy some of the most beautiful white sand beaches in the Caribbean. Les Saintes, with its 9 wild islets, its atypical "Kaz" and its turquoise bay, listed as one of the most beautiful bays in the world.
▶️ HIKING AND WATER SPORTS Guadeloupe offers a wide range of activities to suit all budgets, sports enthusiasts, surfers, divers and nature lovers...
▶️ THE MANY LANDSCAPES From majestic Basse-Terre, with its lush vegetation and sumptuous waterfalls, to Grande-Terre, with its white-sand beaches, turquoise waters and surf spots. Then there's La Désirade for its simplicity and white-sand beaches. Just a stone's throw away, let yourself be tempted by the secrets of the island of Petite-Terre, classified as a nature reserve. One of the world's best snorkeling spots. The authentic Marie-Galante, the island of a hundred windmills. You'll be alone in the world to enjoy some of the most beautiful white sand beaches in the Caribbean. Les Saintes, with its 9 wild islets, its atypical "Kaz" and its turquoise bay, listed as one of the most beautiful bays in the world.
▶️ HIKING AND WATER SPORTS Guadeloupe offers a wide range of activities to suit all budgets, sports enthusiasts, surfers, divers and nature lovers...
WHEN TO GO
▶️ THE BEST SEASON TO VISIT GUADELOUPE
No need to worry! You'll have plenty of heat during your stay! The average temperature in Guadeloupe is 26°c. If you're looking for warmth and sunshine during winter, the best time to visit is from December to April. This is the dry (or Lenten) season, when rainfall is least frequent. Thanks to the year-round trade winds, the warmth is pleasant: it's good to live in the West Indies. Sea temperatures can exceed 29°C from July to October, and never fall below 24°C during the dry season. Want to cool down? Just head for the heights (La Soufrière, the river...). The hurricane season starts in July and ends in mid-November. Rainfall is regular but generally short-lived, except in the case of tropical waves, storms, etc.
▶️ MAJOR EVENTS
The Guadeloupean calendar is marked by several major events. The Guadeloupe Carnival takes place in January and February, and every weekend sees a parade of carnival groups. In March, cetacean enthusiasts can watch the whales off the coast. At the end of May, the Marie-Galante Terre de Blues International Music Festival takes place. Sports : In August, the famous Tour de cycliste international de la Guadeloupe takes place. In November, every 4 years, the legendary Route du Rhum race takes place.
No need to worry! You'll have plenty of heat during your stay! The average temperature in Guadeloupe is 26°c. If you're looking for warmth and sunshine during winter, the best time to visit is from December to April. This is the dry (or Lenten) season, when rainfall is least frequent. Thanks to the year-round trade winds, the warmth is pleasant: it's good to live in the West Indies. Sea temperatures can exceed 29°C from July to October, and never fall below 24°C during the dry season. Want to cool down? Just head for the heights (La Soufrière, the river...). The hurricane season starts in July and ends in mid-November. Rainfall is regular but generally short-lived, except in the case of tropical waves, storms, etc.
▶️ MAJOR EVENTS
The Guadeloupean calendar is marked by several major events. The Guadeloupe Carnival takes place in January and February, and every weekend sees a parade of carnival groups. In March, cetacean enthusiasts can watch the whales off the coast. At the end of May, the Marie-Galante Terre de Blues International Music Festival takes place. Sports : In August, the famous Tour de cycliste international de la Guadeloupe takes place. In November, every 4 years, the legendary Route du Rhum race takes place.
INFORMATION ABOUT GUADELOUPE
People : Guadeloupeans
Surface area : 1,628.43 km2
Local language : French is the main language. Guadeloupean Creole is the second language spoken on the island.
Airport : Pointe-à-Pitre Pôle Caraïbes airport
Geographical location : Located in the Caribbean archipelago some 8,000km from mainland France.
Time difference : The time difference between mainland France and the West Indies is 5 hours in winter and 6 hours in summer. When it's 12 a.m. in Paris, it's 7 a.m. in winter and 6 a.m. in summer in the West Indies.
Currency : The currency used is the euro. Most payments are made by credit card. The main French/European banks are present in Guadeloupe (BNP, Crédit Agricole, Société Générale, Caisse d'Epargne...).
Telephone : Be careful about making calls to mainland France on your cell phone, to avoid overcharging. Check with your operator. The area codes to be entered before the number start with +59. Mobile numbers are 0690 and landlines 0590 (e.g. +590 690 12 34 56).
Surface area : 1,628.43 km2
Local language : French is the main language. Guadeloupean Creole is the second language spoken on the island.
Airport : Pointe-à-Pitre Pôle Caraïbes airport
Geographical location : Located in the Caribbean archipelago some 8,000km from mainland France.
Time difference : The time difference between mainland France and the West Indies is 5 hours in winter and 6 hours in summer. When it's 12 a.m. in Paris, it's 7 a.m. in winter and 6 a.m. in summer in the West Indies.
Currency : The currency used is the euro. Most payments are made by credit card. The main French/European banks are present in Guadeloupe (BNP, Crédit Agricole, Société Générale, Caisse d'Epargne...).
Telephone : Be careful about making calls to mainland France on your cell phone, to avoid overcharging. Check with your operator. The area codes to be entered before the number start with +59. Mobile numbers are 0690 and landlines 0590 (e.g. +590 690 12 34 56).
Before you leave
▶️ FORMALITIES FOR TRAVELING TO GUADELOUPE
Guadeloupe is a French overseas department and therefore part of the European Union. Residents of the European Union must present a valid identity card. However, if you wish to travel to islands outside the French Caribbean (Saint-Martin in the Dutch part, Antigua, etc.), you will need a valid passport.
▶️ AIRLINES
Guadeloupe's main airport is Pôle Caraïbes in Pointe-à-Pitre. From mainland France, you'll need to allow between 8 and 8.5 hours for the flight. Several airlines offer flights to Guadeloupe:AirFrance,AirCaraïbes,Corsair. To make booking your tickets easier, you can choose to go through a travel agency specialized in holidays in the West Indies. The agencyVoyages Antillaisallows you to benefit from 2 pieces of luggage of 23KG and payment in several instalments without charge.
▶️ RENT A CAR IN GUADELOUPE
This is of course the best solution when you want to discover Guadeloupe and its secrets, especially if you're traveling with several people. Several car rental companies will be able to offer you the ideal vehicle for your stay:Jumbo car,AutoDiscount Location,Ada.
Guadeloupe is a French overseas department and therefore part of the European Union. Residents of the European Union must present a valid identity card. However, if you wish to travel to islands outside the French Caribbean (Saint-Martin in the Dutch part, Antigua, etc.), you will need a valid passport.
▶️ AIRLINES
Guadeloupe's main airport is Pôle Caraïbes in Pointe-à-Pitre. From mainland France, you'll need to allow between 8 and 8.5 hours for the flight. Several airlines offer flights to Guadeloupe:AirFrance,AirCaraïbes,Corsair. To make booking your tickets easier, you can choose to go through a travel agency specialized in holidays in the West Indies. The agencyVoyages Antillaisallows you to benefit from 2 pieces of luggage of 23KG and payment in several instalments without charge.
▶️ RENT A CAR IN GUADELOUPE
This is of course the best solution when you want to discover Guadeloupe and its secrets, especially if you're traveling with several people. Several car rental companies will be able to offer you the ideal vehicle for your stay:Jumbo car,AutoDiscount Location,Ada.
HEALTH
▶️ THE HEALTH SYSTEM
No vaccinations are required to travel to Guadeloupe. The health system (Carte Vitale) is the same as in mainland France. So remember to travel with your carte vitale and mutuelle.
▶️ MOSQUITOES
Guadeloupe has a tropical climate, and mosquitoes are not immune. We recommend that you obtain mosquito repellent from a pharmacy before you leave (Cinq sur cinq Tropic, Insect écran,...). In the event of a sting, a soothing cream such as Marie Rose or GERANIUM essential oil.
▶️ THE SUN
Beware of sunburn: before you leave, make sure you have sun cream, a cap and sunglasses. Don't neglect Guadeloupe's magnificent sunshine!
▶️ WATERWhen walking to the coral reefs, watch where you step or wear beach shoes to avoid being stung by sea urchins.
No vaccinations are required to travel to Guadeloupe. The health system (Carte Vitale) is the same as in mainland France. So remember to travel with your carte vitale and mutuelle.
▶️ MOSQUITOES
Guadeloupe has a tropical climate, and mosquitoes are not immune. We recommend that you obtain mosquito repellent from a pharmacy before you leave (Cinq sur cinq Tropic, Insect écran,...). In the event of a sting, a soothing cream such as Marie Rose or GERANIUM essential oil.
▶️ THE SUN
Beware of sunburn: before you leave, make sure you have sun cream, a cap and sunglasses. Don't neglect Guadeloupe's magnificent sunshine!
▶️ WATERWhen walking to the coral reefs, watch where you step or wear beach shoes to avoid being stung by sea urchins.