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    Jersey travel guide

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    Overview

    Jersey is both the largest of the British Channel Islands and the most southerly. It is most well-renowned for its mild winters and long hot summer days, which is why it is arguably the most popular of the Channel Islands. This tiny island in the English Channel, measuring 45 square miles (118km²), was once part of mainland France.

    As small as it may be, it has had a great influence over the ages, giving the world the Jersey dairy cow and the ubiquitous knitted sweaters known globally as 'jerseys'.

    Today it offers a wealth of history and sheer scenic beauty. It's famous for sporting well-kept fields and an unspoilt coastline of majestic cliffs, exposed bays, sandy beaches and rocky coves. Inland the island is criss-crossed by a network of 'green lanes' where walkers, horse-riders and cyclists have precedence over cars.

    Norman farmhouses, narrow winding lanes, French street names, gourmet cuisine and tidy fields reflect the island's French connections. Yet, in all other respects it remains resoundingly British. The capital, St Helier, is a pleasant town of squares and pedestrianised streets. Here, the Channel Islands' low rates of duty and absent V.A.T make shopping a popular pastime.

    As you stroll the streets, listen for the noonday gun fired from picturesque Elizabeth Castle overlooking St Aubin's Bay, and call at the fascinating Maritime Museum. Other not-to-be-missed sightseeing attractions on Jersey are the poignant German Underground Hospital at St Lawrence, and the Jersey Zoo, founded by Gerald Durrell, which is more a haven for endangered species than a regular zoo.

    Those lucky enough to visit in August will catch the world-famous Battle of the Flowers parade, held regularly since 1902. It's great fun when everyone good-naturedly pelts each other with flowers in the streets, while fantastic floats decorated with millions of flowers pass by.

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    The Channel Islands' climate is a maritime one, with moderate temperatures experienced throughout the year. Sheltered by England and France, the islands are spared the strong winds of most offshore locations. Winters tend to be damp and cloudy, while summers are warm and sunny. Jersey is well known for experiencing the most annual sunshine in the whole of the British Isles.

    The summer months, between May and September, are the best time to visit Jersey, when sun is plentiful and temperatures comfortably warm. July and August are the hottest months, when temperatures have been known to exceed more than 72°F (22°C).

    Although rain is possible at any time of year, summer is also the driest season in Jersey. The driest months are between June and August, while the wettest months are between October and January, in winter.

    Winters in Jersey are relatively mild and the average temperature during January, the coldest month, hovers around the 48°F (9°C) mark. However, it is not unheard of for temperatures to drop below freezing during the winter. Snowfall on Jersey is rare, and some years pass with no snowfall on the island at all.

    Jersey Airport
    Location: 4.6 miles (7.4km) northwest of Saint Helier.
    Time: No GMT offset (in the summer months GMT+1).
    Getting to the city: There is a regular bus service (bus 15) from Jersey Airport to St Helier, via Red Houses and St Aubin's Village, which takes approximately 30 mins. The airport bus stop is situated in front of the arrivals hall and passengers travelling to the airport disembark in front of the departure hall. Private coaches operating at the airport include Signature Coaches, Tantivy Blue Coach and Waverley Coaches. There are also chauffeur driven luxury and executive vehicles for hire.
    Car Rental: Car rental companies at the airport include Avis, Europcar, and Hertz.
    Airport Taxis: There is a taxi rank adjacent to the arrivals hall. Public taxis are metered and different tariffs apply for day and night. It costs about £12 for a taxi into St Helier from the airport and it is possible to pre-book a cab. This option is more expensive than ranked taxis.
    Facilities: There is a Bureau de Change at the information desk in the departure hall, as well as ATM facilities. There is free wifi at the airport, postal services and executive/business lounges. There is also first-aid and special assistance available at the airport.
    Parking There is short- and long-term parking available at the airport.
    Website: www.jerseyairport.com
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