Montserrat Travel Overview
Important facts
Capital: Plymouth (See more on SIMPLYYELLOWPAGES.COM)
Official language: English
Currency: dollar
Continent: North America
The sawn mountain of the Caribbean
Montserrat is a must for those who love volcanoes!
Location
The island of Monteserrat is British overseas territory and is located in the Caribbean. Neighboring countries are: Antigua, Nevis and Guadeloupe. The country has a tropical climate between 23 and 30 degrees with no strong dry or rainy periods. Volcanism shapes the island and two active volcanoes make two thirds of the island a restricted area.
Holidays in Montserrat
Tours to the blocked north have been possible on the island since 2005. There are also excursion boats to the north, where they can also call at the bay. Shipping around Montserrat is sometimes risky, as there are no precise nautical charts.
Region
Located in the Caribbean Sea, you can count on pleasantly warm water all year round. The area is therefore ideal for diving and sailing trips and beach holidays. The region is also very popular among deep-sea fishermen.
Currency
Currency (sub-unit)
Dollars (100 cents)
ISO 4217 code
XCD / 951
Geography
Continent: North America
Geo coordinates: N 16 ° 44 ’33 ” W -62 ° -11′ -14.5″
Highest mountain: Chances Peak (914 m)
Total area: 102 km²
Mainland: 102 km²
Coastline: 40 km
Politics
Dependency: Great Britain since 1632
Economy
Electricity consumption: 3 million KWh
Oil consumption: 500 million m³
Cultivation area: 20%
Demographic data
Residents: 9,400
Residents in cities: 5,070
Average age: 28.9 years
0-14 years: 23.3%
15-64 years: 65.7%
> 65 years: 11%
Population growth: 1.05%
Birth rate: 17.59 / 1,000 residents
Death rate: 7.1 / 1,000 residents
Ratio men / women: 0.96
Fertility: 1.77 children / woman
Infant mortality: 7.19 ‰
Life expectancy men: 76.67 years
Life expectancy women: 81.14 years
Country codes and abbreviations
ISO 3166 Alpha 2: MS
ISO 3166 Alpha 3: MSR
ISO 3166 numeric: 500
Top Level Domain: ms
UN / LOCODE: MS
Source: Abbreviationfinder
Education
Illiteracy: 3%
Religion
Main religious group: Christians
GETTING THERE
Arriving by plane
The closest international airport to Montserrat is on Antigua.
Winair (WM) (Internet: www.fly-winair.com) connects Montserrat with Antigua and St. Maarten.
KLM (KL) offers flight services to St. Maarten, as do Air France (AF) and Corsair International (SS). Antigua and Barbuda are served by several international airlines, including Lufthansa (LH), British Airways (BA) and Swiss (LX).
Departure fee
US $ 6. Transit travelers who fly on within 24 hours and children under 12 are exempt.
Arrival by ship
A fast ferry runs regularly between Little Bay on Montserrat and Heritage Quay on Antigua (travel time: 1 hour).
ON THE GO
On the way by car / bus
The network of paved roads covers around 200 km and connects all cities. Left-hand traffic. There are 2 petrol stations on Montserrat.
Bus: Private minibuses run on the island, and excursions are also offered. Minibuses can be flagged up on the street. They usually only run on the island’s main routes.
Taxi: Fixed prices apply on standard routes, the price should always be inquired in advance. Drivers can also be booked as guides for excursions. Taxis can be flagged up on the street. As a rule, they only drive during the day.
Rental car can be booked at the heliport in Gerald’s Bottom, in Little Bay Port or through the hotel. A vehicle with or without a chauffeur may be required. U. included in the room rate.
Documents: A temporary island driving license can be obtained at the heliport or at the Salem police station on presentation of the national driving license.
Even bicycles can be rented on Montserrat.
Out and about by ship
Yachts can be rented. The largest port is Little Bay, where a new pier has been built.
