Category: Guadeloupe
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5-Day Itinerary of Guadeloupe
Day One Welcome to Guadeloupe! You’ve probably arrived into the Pointe-à-Pitre International Airport. Once you make your way through Customs, follow the signs to pick up your pre-booked rental car. Most rental cars are a short shuttle away from the airport. Once you pick up your car, head to your hotel- I recommend staying at…
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A Primer On Guadeloupe- Know Before You Go
When I was planning my trip to Guadeloupe, I was basing a lot of my travel itinerary on photos I’d seen online- the best way to plan a trip, really! Although Guadeloupe is a popular destination amongst French tourists, it was a lot more mysterious coming from the US. In fact, most of my friends…
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A Guide to Guadeloupe’s Les Saintes Islands
Guadeloupe is most well known for its main butterfly shaped islands of Grande-Terre and Basse-Terre, but it officially consists of six islands. Îles des Saintes (or Les Saintes) is a small grouping of islands off the Southern tip of Basse-Terre, known for their stunning natural beauty and vibrant culture. The most popular island to visit…
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Exploring Basse-Terre, Gaudeloupe
Base-Terre is known for its lush and vibrant landscapes, overlooked by an active and much beloved volcano- La Soufrière. The island is famous for it’s biodiversity in both land and sea, making it idea for hikers and divers alike- plus some beaches and hot springs for relaxing after an active day. Compared to it’s sibling…
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What to See in Grande-Terre, Guadeloupe
While the island of Guadeloupe is a popular destination for French visitors, it’s a much less common travel destination for Americans. I arrived to the island with little to no idea of what to do in Guadeloupe and decided to figure it out as I went. The international Pointe-à-Pitre Airport is located on Grande-Terre, and…
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Hot Spring Hopping in Guadeloupe
Guadeloupe’s wild and lush western island of Base-Terre is a volcanic island that is home to the still-active La Grande Soufrière, which rises dramatically above the verdant landscape. Hot water springs heated by volcanic activity are scattered throughout the island, creating a natural wonder that attracts both tourists and locals alike. The town of Bouillante…
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Hotel Review: Guadeloupe- La Creole Beach Hotel + Spa
When I told people of my plans to travel to Guadeloupe, I mostly got one response back; “That’s so cool! Where is that?” The butterfly-shaped island is located in the Caribbean between Dominica and Antigua and Barbuda. Unlike some other Caribbean destinations, Guadeloupe’s tourism is a little bit more nature inspired- five stars hotels are…