Europe:
- 5 hours: October to April
- 6 hours; April to October
North America:
+ 3-4 hours
East Caribbean Dollar (EC$)
Exchange rates (please note that all currencies are subjected to market fluctuation)::
1 US$ = EC$ 2.67
1 Euro= EC$ 2,78
The following credit cards are widely accepted at the major shopping centers, restaurants, hotels etc...
American Express
Master Card
VISA
EC$ 54 (US$21) for all destinations
Permits (=VISA) are issued on arrival provided the visitor holds the correct documentation. A 6 months validity Passport, at least, is required by all except British, Canadian, and US subjects holding return tickets to their respective countries.
VISA validity: 42 days. The cost of any eventual extension granted up 21 days is EC$100.
The drive is on the Left-Hand-Side of the road. If you are not used to it, than we suggest a taxi!
Transports
Car Rental (Budget, Avis, Cool Breeze):
From 45-50 US$ per day. Driver’s minimum age must be 25.
Taxis:
If you intend hiring a taxi for the whole day, negotiate a price
with the driver.
Driving License
Visitors must have a temporary driving permit.
It is obtainable by the Hewanorra International Airport (Vieux Fort), George Charles Airport (Castries).
The cost of it (3 months validity) is EC$ 54 (about US$21).
Vaccinations:
No particular vaccinations are required.
Water:
The water is generally drinkable.
220 volts
Plug type: British and/or american
Climate
Tropical climate. It is quite constant all the year long.
Day temperature: 27-29 C
Night temperature: 21-23 C
In the rainy season (August - October) short showers.
For updated forecasts: www.wetteronline.com
The standard tip is 10% but…up to you!