Anguilla

Anguilla is a small island nation located in the Eastern Caribbean Sea. The island is situated about 270 km (165 mi) east of Puerto Rico and just north of the island of Saint Martin. Anguilla shares maritime borders with Antigua and Barbuda and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The island is part of the Leeward Islands and is the northernmost island in the Lesser Antilles chain. The island has a land area of 102 square km (39 square mi) and a population of approximately 15,000 people. The Valley in the capital city of Anguilla. The official language of Anguilla is English and the currency is the East Caribbean Dollar. Anguilla is a popular tourist destination due to its white sand beaches, clear turquoise waters, and lush vegetation. Visitors to the island can enjoy activities such as snorkeling, diving, windsurfing, sailing, fishing, and golfing. There are also numerous restaurants and bars on the island, as well as a casino and several nightclubs. Accommodations on Anguilla range from luxurious resorts to more modest hotels and guesthouses.