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Guadeloupe is an archipelago of nine inhabited islands, including Basse-Terre, Grande-Terre, Marie-Galante, La Desirade, Iles des Saintes, Saint-Barthelemy, Iles de la Petite Terre, and Saint-Martin (French part of the island of Saint Martin).
Guadeloupe is sometimes referred to as the Butterly Island as the shapes of its two major islands resemble the wings of a butterly.
The long stretches of sandy beaches, the La Soufrière volcano, hiking trails, along with the Reserve Cousteau dive spot, make Guadeloupe a desirable and fun-filled destination.
CONVENTION AND VISITOR BUREAUS:
GENERAL INTEREST:
- Electricity: 230V, 50Hz
- Times to Travel: Most visitors agree that December to May is the best time to visit Guadeloupe as the temperature is quite pleasant and there is little, if any, rainfall.
The average temperature during this period is around 82° F (28° C).
During the rainy season - July to November, the humidity will reach as high as 85% and rainfalls average about 14 days per month.
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PASSPORTS - TRAVEL VISAS - WARNINGS:
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- Guadeloupe Travel Advice and Warnings
