Cruise To Anguilla
by Donnie Hoover
(Groveport, OH)
I was wondering if you knew if there was a cruise to Anguilla that was scheduled to go from the U.S. for people that would love to check the island out for a day or two?
Thanks,
Donnie Hoover
Nori's Reply: Donnie, there aren't any cruises that stop off in Anguilla for much longer than a few hours at best in Sandy Ground. A hand full stop by for maybe a day or two, but they are few and far between. If you are interested in Caribbean cruises, there are many visitors to Anguilla who arrive on cruise boats that dock in Sint Maarten. Sint Maarten is a cruise hub, most boats dock in St. Maarten during the high season. It is not difficult to hop on the Anguilla ferry form there and visit Anguilla for the day. Happy travels!
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Traveling to Anguilla from Portugal
by Rui
(Portugal)
Do you know the best way to travel to Anguilla from Portugal?
Nori's Reply: The most efficient way to travel to Anguilla from Portugal would likely be aboard Air France. They offer daily flights to St. Maarten from Paris. From St. Maarten, there are many Anguilla ferries to the island.
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Getting to Anguilla From San Juan
by Don
(USA)
Are you aware of any water taxis from San Juan to Anguilla?
Nori's Reply: Don, there aren't any water taxis from San Juan to Anguilla. I am sure you can charter a boat from San Juan to Anguilla, but it will be a bit of a voyage, traveling across open ocean. I would anticipate some pretty high waves! Most people get to Anguilla from Puerto Rico by flying into the Anguilla airport. San Juan runs flights to Anguilla daily. The alternative route is flying into St. Maarten and then taking the Anguilla ferry from there. Happy travels!
Check in at Simpson Bay
by Ellen
(Las Vegas, NV USA)
I had heard that everyone on the private shuttles now has to present themselves at Simpson Bay police station for checkin. Before, one of the crew used to take the passports in to the station and do the paperwork. Do you know if this new rule applies to the public ferry, and if so, where do the passengers go in Marigot to present their passports?
You're good at digging for info, I appreciate anything you can tell me.
Thanks,
Ellen
Nori's Reply: Yep, they have tightened security. I remember back in the day when Funtime would bring us right across from the Dutch side. Now, every charter has to stop at the police station in Simpson Bay. One crew member takes all of the passports inside and does the paperwork though. Thankfully nothing has changed in Marigot!
St. Maarten to Anguilla?
by Kevin
(St. Petersburg, FL)
I love your website! Can you tell me how long it takes to get from the cruise ship area in Philipsburg St. Maartin to the ferry to Anguilla? We would love to get away from the tourists and head your way. Thanks - Kevin
Nori's Reply: Thank you so much, Kevin. From St. Maarten (Philipsburg) to Anguilla you have two options: you can take a short taxi ride (10-15 minutes) from Philipsburg to the island's French port of entry, Marigot. Anguilla ferries leave from the French side to Blowing Point in Anguilla every half hour or so. When you arrive in Anguilla you will be met with taxi drivers who can bring you wherever you need to go (if it's your first time and you only have the afternoon, my recommendation is to go to the best of Anguilla beaches, Shoal Bay East. You will need to take a taxi to get to most places on the island.).
The other option is to take a more private (and slightly more costly) ferry straight from the Dutch side of St. Maarten to Anguilla. My recommendation is The Link Anguilla ferry system. Give them a call and they will tell you how to reach them in St. Maarten to be picked up. They also drop you off in Blowing Point Anguilla.
Best of luck and I hope you make it to Anguilla! :-)
Travel St. Martin to Anguilla?
by Bob Montante
(Pennsylvania, rejoining the world)
I'm reading your very tantalizing account(s) of travel to Anguilla... My wife and I are flying in to Philipsburg at the end of this month (May 2009), and need to get to Anguilla. You've mentioned a couple of possibilities for water taxis from St. Martin to Anguilla.
I would love some contact info for one of these, as we'd like to avoid the complexity of finding our way to the public ferry at Marigot (or whatever it's correctly called).
Suggestions, ideas, help, LINKS, ...pleeeezzzzeee :-)
Thanks,
-Bob M.
Nori's Reply: I agree, taking the public from Marigot after a long day of traveling can be a real hassle. There are many boats that offer semi private taxi service. We took "The Link" over to SXM... Comfortable trip and very kind and accommodating staff. Their phone number: 264-497-2231/3290
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Anguilla Flights to Dominica?
by Nicole
(Las Vegas, NV, USA)
We will be in Anguilla this summer and we would like to take a day trip to Dominica. Can you recommend an Anguilla airline to charter? Or, any ideas on the best way to get there?
Thanks,
Nicole
Nori's Reply: Nicole, what a wonderful idea! My Dad and I have been dying to get ourselves to Dominica. Many friends of ours have visited and only have wonderful things to say about the island. That being the case, we don't know of any Anguilla flights to Dominica or the best way to get there. We haven't done it yet!
My best recommendation is to contact Anguilla Air Services. You can read about this Anguilla flights company by clicking here.
They provide Anguilla flights to many Caribbean islands. Dominica may not be on their list of islands that they fly to, but it wouldn't hurt to ask and see if you could charter it just the same. Captain Thomas is a very adventurous man and nothing is totally out of the question with him!
Have a wonderful trip, and please do tell me about the magical Caribbean island when you have a chance!
Anguilla Via St. Maarten
by Diana Belisario
(Peckvill, Pa, USA )
We will be visiting Anguilla for our first time and have thoroughly enjoyed all the information you offer! Thank you!
Taking your "getting to Anguilla" advice, we will be landing in St. Maarten on a Friday night and staying the night before taking the Anguilla ferry over on Saturday morning.
I was wondering if you could offer any advice as to where to stay in St. Maarten before we begin our sure to be enjoyable vacation at Almond Tree Villa in Seafeathers Bay.
Thank you for your time,
Diana Belisario.
Nori's Reply: That is a good question, Diana! Although I visit St. Maarten often, I haven't stayed in many of their hotels. I stayed over on the Dutch side of St. Maarten once. I stayed in "Holland House." It was nice, simple, standard hotel rooms and amenities, for a very reasonable price right on Front Street.
On the French side I have stayed at "La Plantation" near Orient Bay, which was lovely, with a very Caribbean flair and very private, thought not on the water. My parents however really enjoyed "Hotel L'Esplanade." Their prices run a bit higher but are extraordinary!
Have a good night in St. Maarten and a wonderful time in Anguilla!
Getting to Anguilla &
More Anguilla Vacation Information?
by Kelly
And, so I think that what you know about getting to this little island paradise has been more helpful than ninety percent of the other web hits.
You have done a great job... getting to Anguilla is worth the hassle and I feel like you have given me a real sense of the flavor of the island.
My husband and I have been trying to figure out our first real "vacation" in almost ten years and it isn't easy! There are so many options, as well as cost factors!!!!
When he played professional basketball, we lived all over the world. Now, with a son in college and both of us in different full time jobs, it is a another story in terms of finances and time.
So, one of the biggest issues is getting to Anguilla and then where to stay... I have seen that you recommend a local agent. Any other great insights for an Anguilla vacation?
Best,
Kelly
Nori's Reply: Thank you Kelly for your kind words! Getting to Anguilla is a pretty deciding factor for people thinking about visiting Anguilla. BUT it doesn't have to be a deal breaker! You can do it in just two easy steps.
Step #1) Fly into St. Maarten, Step #2) Take the Anguilla ferry from St. Maarten to Anguilla. Zipping across the channel between St. Maarten and Anguilla is my favorite way to start a trip! You can read more about getting to Anguilla by clicking here.
For more general information on Anguilla vacations, I recently wrote a one page "introduction to Anguilla vacations" article. It covers some of our favorite Anguilla hotels and Anguilla villas, Anguilla restaurants (cheap to five star), and some of our favorite activities! Please click here to read about Anguilla vacations.
Anguilla may be out of the way, but its hidden nature is just what makes it so special. Have a wonderful Anguilla vacation! The extra boat ride is worth it ;-)
