Capital : Basse-Terre
Spoken language : French and Creole
Currency : Euros (€)
When to go : Ideal destination in all seasons, Guadeloupe benefits from a warm climate rocked by the trade winds. Avoid the months of June to November, for the numerous cyclones.
Our favorites : the torments of love in Les Saintes, the markets of Pointe-à-Pitre, the Carbet falls, and the great sea cul-de-sac for its breathtaking view.
To visit by boat : Grande-Terre, Basse-Terre, Les Saintes, Marie-Galante, La Désirade, Kahouanne islet.
Events not to be missed : Don't miss the carnival and its colourful festivities. Dance the night away at the Terre de Blues festival or discover local produce at the Crab Festival.
