Guadeloupe has many advantages which render it an ideal destination for those looking to enjoy a holiday in the Caribbean. Guadeloupe is a region of France and there for is part of Europe in all aspects, the currency is Euro, the health system is French, which is a definite plus to enjoying a holiday with peace of mind, above all in the tropics. A safe country and it lends itself well to being visited in tranquillity and safety for people and children of all ages. The choice of accommodation is ample and is spread across a wide range of budgets. Hire car rental costs are low and the connections between the islands are reasonable and well organised.

Basse-Terre:  A untouched wildlife, exuberant with beautiful beaches, some just right of a picture post card, numerous sportive activities both on land and at sea. Beautiful dive sites and many places to visit, both historical and natural. Fundamentally a touristic destination. Deshaies a small fishing area is especially enjoyable with its many seafront restaurants.

Grande-Terre: The wildlife is a little less exuberant, but its local towns and villages are just wonderful. They are scattered along beautiful white sanded beaches and turquoise lagoons protected by coral reefs. Towards the north and the sugar cane fields the sun shines down and sparkles. Towards Pointe a Pitre modernisation is every present in Grande Terre, numerous restaurants and local night life spots towards the area of Gosier, Sainte Anne and Francois. Again it offers numerous sporting activities both on land & sea.

Desirade with its most interesting history, offers you a chance to holiday in tranquillity. It offers its tourists an oasis of peace, some beautiful beaches with breezy restaurants, some interesting historical points of interest and some nice evening walks at sunset. Ideal for those looking to relax and live the slower pace of a Caribbean fisherman.

Les Saintes is often used as a day excursion point. People often like to tour its beautiful bay, which is the third most beautiful in the world. It is easy to visit due to its proximity to Basse-Terre.
For us it merits a few days to get to know its unique character, which has its own unique history. Many of its population remained isolated from mainland Guadeloupe up until just a few decades ago.
There are some interesting historical sites to visit. The beaches are not exceptional but its waters are crystal clear and the sea beds some of the most beautiful in Guadeloupe, a perfect spot for those looking to dive.
 

Marie Galante is an island back in time and its pace is entwined with its local agriculture. It has many a quite village bordering the seafront and bordered by its sugar cane fields. There are many beautiful deserted beaches , some of the most beautiful in the archipelago.
There are numerous accommodation choices 'chez l habitant' and many nice restaurants. There are some historical sites to visit and a few sportive activities both on land and sea. There is a lot of peace and quiet.