Jersey And St Helier: What To Do And See When You Visit Jersey

Jersey is the largest and probably best known island inHere you can find the latest equipment to keep you fit
the Channel Islands. Although it is very close to France,and healthy or just sit back and enjoy the views from
it is very much a part of the United Kingdom. Eventhis Napoleonic fortress. There are plenty of areas to
though it issues its own bank notes, Jersey quitehave a leisurely walk and enjoy the panoramic views
happily accepts the UK's notes and coins as well.of Jersey's coastline.
If you are a full British passport holder, you'll have noConcertgoers will want to check out who is playing at
trouble entering or leaving the island. But becauseFort Regent during their vacation - it is host to most of
Jersey isn't officially a part of the European Union, it'sthe concerts and other big events on the island.
worth checking what - if any - requirements there areAlthough it's the largest of the Channel Islands, Jersey
for you to visit this charming island.is still quite small at about 45 square miles. You can hire
The largest town on Jersey is the one you are mosta car, bike or scooter to get around the island and
likely to have heard of, St Helier. This is the mainreach some of the more "off the beaten track" places.
destination for many of the holidaymakers who visitBecause the island has a large tourist trade, there is
and you'll find a wide choice of things to do and placeslots of different places to stay. Whether you are
to stay in what is the capital town of Jersey.looking for a small, friendly bed and breakfast or the
Because of its nature as a tourist destination, St Helierfacilities associated with larger hotels, you are sure to
has numerous shops that cater for visitors and localfind somewhere to suit. If you want to be able to look
inhabitants. As well as the usual suspects, shopaholicsout onto the ocean from your room, be sure to check
can explore the town and explore shops dedicated tothat the room you are booking offers sea views.
many different things. Anything from locally madeIf one of your objectives for your break is a sun tan,
pottery through to specialist fishing tackle shops asyou may also want to check how exactly how close
well as things like fashion clothing and accessories. Oryou are to the beach, although to be honest most of
you could choose to visit one of the galleries displayingJersey is within easy reach of many beautiful beaches.
paintings by the local artists such as Nicholas Romeril,If you will have children with you, be sure that the
who specializes in seascapes of the area.beaches you intend to visit offer a range of activities
You can also make sure you keep fit during your stayto keep them occupied.
in Jersey by visiting the Fort Regent leisure centre.