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Welcome to Guadeloupe

The Guadeloupe Guide is your comprehensive guide to one fascinating destination, a Caribbean locale with a distinctly European twist. Visitors will experience both the style and culture of French heritage and the lush, tropical beauty of the island - a pleasant blend that will have you falling in love with Guadeloupe.

 

Culinary Styles

For those interested in exotic food, Guadeloupe is a Caribbean jewel, blending the techniques of French heritage with the delicious island bounty renders some of the best food...

Restaurants

While many visitors enjoy dining at extravagant French restaurants and bistros, finding restaurants that features comfort food from your home town is not difficult.  A number of great restaurants featuring numerous styles of cuisine are liberally scattered throughout the islands...

 

No two travelers are exactly alike - fortunately for those visiting Guadeloupe, the wide range of Hotels and Resorts you'll encounter on the islands make it easy for all kinds of vacationers to find the accommodations that suit them best. No matter whether you crave the independence of a rental property or the indulgence of an All-inclusive Resort, the choices on Guadeloupe are both endless and endlessly enjoyable...

 

Before you pack your bags, take a moment to acquaint yourself with the local temperature and weather patterns. Our detailed month-by-month guide let's you know exactly what to expect long before you take your trip...

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Guadeloupe may be two islands, but it is one gorgeous location. Dazzling landscapes and sun-drenched beaches make it a paradise for travelers from around the world, and the friendly people and beautiful architecture only add to its charm and appeal...

Beaches

Due to Guadeloupe's volcanic origin, some of the beaches on the island are comprised of rocky black sand.  Still others are powder soft and golden brown.  View our guide to learn more about the beaches of Guadeloupe...

 

If you've got your heart set on a one-of-a-kind vacation in Guadeloupe, you'll have to do some planning before you're ready to take off. From researching the island to completing your purchase, we've got all the information you'll need to make this dream a reality...

When to Go

There are a number of factors to consider when planning your vacation to Guadeloupe.  Let us help you narrow down your option with our guide to planning When To Go to Guadeloupe...

Clothing and Attire

Beachwear and comfortable clothing for exploring the island should be among the first items you pack for your trip to Guadeloupe.  Don't forget a sweater for chilly nights, and something a little more formal for a nice evening out...

 

Whether your preference is the quick arrival of a nonstop flight, a languid luxury of a cruise, or the adventures of sailing; a multitude of options means that there is always a method of transportation that will take you just where you want...

 

 

Guadeloupe is an overseas territory of France.  Chances are, if you are traveling to Guadeloupe from anywhere outside of France or the Caribbean, life on the island is a little different than what you experience back home.  Learn about those differences, and how to handle them gracefully, in our guide to Travel Basics...

Currency and Credit Card

The official form of currency in Guadeloupe is the Euro, and visitors will want to exchange their money at the airport, hotel, or bank, as other forms of currency are not as widely accepted here as on other Caribbean islands...

Customs

There are a lot of great deals on French fashions in Guadeloupe, and with a personal duty free limit of $800(USD) for American citizens, you may just have to splurge...

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Despite the fact that the British once found Guadeloupe to be extremely desirable, today the islands are an overseas Department of France.  Though delegates are sent to France on Guadeloupe's behalf, it does not have it's own independent government...

History

Though the Arawaks were the first inhabitants of Guadeloupe, it was the war-like Caribs that Spanish discovered on the islands.  The Caribs fought vehemently for their homes, never giving the Spanish a chance to set up settlement...

Economy

Sugarcane, cocoa, and coffee were the first money-makers on Guadeloupe, but today, tourism is at the top...

Crime

The crime rate in Guadeloupe is significantly lower than many major metropolitan areas, but it is still important to take precautions to ensure that you don't become a victim...

 

The beauty that made Guadeloupe famous can be found everywhere and for visitors intent on seeing every nook and cranny, local methods of transportation will prove invaluable for traversing the islands...

Buses

If you plan to utilize the public transportation system, make sure to carry a map so that you are able to show the driver your desired destination.  Buses may be hard to get used to when you don't speak the island's official language of French, but worth it in the amount of money you are saving and the culture you experience...

Ferries and Boats

Day trips between Guadeloupe, Martinique, and Dominica is made easy and affordable by two ferry services that travel between the three island on a nearly daily basis...