Isla Margarita
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Margarita Island has an incredible Caribbean climate with long sunny days and incredible seawater temperatures. As it is located in the Caribbean Sea and north of the equator, the island enjoys a truly amazing Caribbean climate all year round.
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Margarida Island is an island in Venezuela located in the Caribbean Sea, northeast of Caracas, the capital of the country. You can reach the island in a 35-minute flight or by ferry that can take 2 hours (express) or 5 hours (conventional), leaving from Puerto la Cruz or Cumaná. The capital is the city of La Asunción, located in the valley of the same name.
Main tourist points
One of Venezuela's top tourist destinations, known for its natural beauty. One of Margarita's most sought after attractions is the visit to the Laguna de La Restinga National Park. Most people live or stay in the eastern peninsula, where the cities of Pampatar, Porlamar and La Asunción are located.
Neighboring good beaches such as La Caracola and Guacuco, the place also offers casinos and large shopping centers, much sought after by tourists for attractive prices, as the city is in a tax free zone. It also concentrates good restaurants for tourists, something rare in the country.
A smart alternative, for those who have a longer travel time, is to enjoy their stay in Margarita to get to know the northernmost beaches of the island. Playa Parquito and Playa El Agua are good and popular options, as well as good surfing conditions. For those seeking greater tranquility, La Galera and Playa Caribe should surely please. Another tour that can be done from Porlamar is the visit to the castle Santa Rosa
Neighboring good beaches such as La Caracola and Guacuco, the place also offers casinos and large shopping centers, much sought after by tourists for attractive prices, as the city is in a tax free zone. It also concentrates good restaurants for tourists, something rare in the country.
A smart alternative, for those who have a longer travel time, is to enjoy their stay in Margarita to get to know the northernmost beaches of the island. Playa Parquito and Playa El Agua are good and popular options, as well as good surfing conditions. For those seeking greater tranquility, La Galera and Playa Caribe should surely please. Another tour that can be done from Porlamar is the visit to the castle Santa Rosa
How to get
You can reach the island in a 35-minute flight or by ferry that can take 2 hours (express) or 5 hours (conventional), leaving from Puerto la Cruz or Cumaná.
Health and vaccination
There are no specific demands, but yellow fever vaccine is recommended.
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