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French Caribbean Island of Guadeloupe
Pronunciation: Gwad-a-LOOP Location: French Caribbean Island (NOT Mexico) Currency: Euro Primary Language: French English Language Prevalence: Low Tipping Custom: 10% to 15%, (often already included at more sophisticated restaurants and resorts) Safety: Very safe Best Suited for: Beach-going, snorkeling/scuba, hiking, swimming, eating great French-infused Caribbean cuisine, surfing, attending Carnival, and cultural experiences Main Points of Interest: Pointe des Chateaux, Deshaies, Le Gosier, Bouillant/Pigeon Island, and St. Anne Other Islands to visit: accessible via ferry: Marie Galante, La Desirade, and Iles Les Saintes About Guadeloupe Guadeloupe, also called “Gwada,” is a charming French Caribbean Island nation. When you look a little closer, you’ll see it’s actually an archipelago. The main part…