Anguilla


 * Past PO Participants write about Anguilla:**
 * J. Hendry (2006) - [[file:projectoverseas/J. Hendry 2006.pdf|J. Hendry 2006.pdf]]**
 * A. Assor-Chandler (2007) - [[file:PO Anguilla - Newsletter July 19, 2007.pdf|PO Anguilla - Newsletter July 19, 2007.pdf]]**
 * A. Assor-Chandler (2007) - [[file:A. Assor-Chandler Report July 2007.pdf|A. Assor-Chandler Report July 2007.pdf]]**
 * D. Kosowick (2010) - [[file:projectoverseas/D. Kosowick Anguilla 2010.pdf|D. Kosowick Anguilla 2010.pdf]]**
 * D. Kosowick article from Fort Frances Times (2010) - [[file:projectoverseas/D. Kosowick Anguilla.pdf|D. Kosowick Anguilla.pdf]]**
 * M. Moody (2010) - [[file:projectoverseas/M. Moody Anguilla 2010.pdf|M. Moody Anguilla 2010.pdf]]**


 * Tips from D. Arts (taken from the internet):**
 * **Temperature** - The warm tropical temperatures on the island are moderated by breezes from the northeast tradewinds. These refreshing currents make a hot day a little more comfortable. Anguilla's year-round temperatures hardly ever get below 70 degrees Fahrenheit, even in the winter time. July and August - mid 80s. Because of its location near the equator, temperatures don't vary drastically throughout the year. Therefore, Anguilla's seasons are based on the amount of rain, resulting in a dry and a rainy season. Arid is the best way to describe the island of Anguilla, which lacks rainforests and mountainous regions. During the summer time, the island experiences low pressure systems that can bring a few showers and clouds. But for the most part, rainstorms are few in number and don't last for more than a few minutes.
 * **Money**- Anguilla's local currency is the Eastern Caribbean dollar, which is fixed to the U.S. dollar. The U.S. dollar is accepted pretty much everywhere on the island. You can receive change in either U.S. dollars or Eastern Caribbean dollars, or even both. Airports and hotels have currency exchanges, but go to a bank to get the best rates. Before leaving your home country, exchange some money for travel incidentals such as tipping at the airport and ground transportation to your accommodations.
 * **Accommodations -**
 * **Electricity**- Voltage: 110-120 Volts (Same as Canada, most other areas are 220-240 Volts) Primary Socket Types:North American Non-Grounded and North American Grounded. These may not be identical to Canadian sockets, and so you may require an adapter.
 * Standard of living - Anguilla’s cost of living is usually rated as moderate to high. The cost of real estate is astronomical and renting property is not very affordable.
 * **Taxis**- Taxis on Anguilla are metered. They are also considered expensive. Typical rates are above $20 USD one-way. On the plus side, the taxi drivers are excellent tour guides. You'll have your choice of taxis from the ferry dock or at the airport; otherwise, you can call ahead for one from a hotel or restaurant.
 * **Entertainment** - Anguilla has many restaurants, clubs, bars, and water sports available. Anyone who loves to fish, boat or scuba dive will consider Anguilla a real treat. If you're not prone to seasickness, you should consider taking the 25-minute ferry ride to St. Martin / St. Maarten for one day. Boats leave from Anguilla's Blowing Point dock three times a day, and you'll pay between $10 and $20 USD one-way. The last boat of the day leaves from Marigot in St. Martin at 6 p.m.
 * **Food -** Anguilla’s many restaurants and entertainment are geared toward tourists on vacation, making prices high. Necessities are readily available on the island. Most shops are small and cater to tourists.
 * **Etiquette -** Dress well, like you would for the office. Suits and ties for men and dressy outfits for women, including pantsuits, are usually acceptable. Sleeveless numbers aren't normally chosen for office wear even though the climate can be very warm. When in public casual wear is usually jeans or dress pants and tee shirts or polos. Walking along streets and visiting shops in swim wear is simply unacceptable. General good manners when yawning, sneezing or coughing are used in public or meetings, followed by "Excuse me". The handshake is the proper greeting while being introduced, whether you're men or women.
 * **Teaching** -


 * **Other:** Anguilla is a neutral tax jurisdiction as there are no income taxes for either individuals or corporations. In addition, there is no value added tax, GST, capital gains or inheritance tax. There is not much shopping in Anguilla. St. Martin, which is only 20 minutes away, is a popular shopping destination because of its duty free shopping regulations.