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Margarita Island

Island
in
Venezuela
Beaches; Shopping; Nightlife
Estimated trip cost
Flights
Transfer
Stays
Food & Drink
From
·
2 people
·
1 room
·
7 days
·
Flexible
·
Mid-range
Departing from
People
2
+
Rooms
1
+
Duration
7 days
Time of year
Jan
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Travel style
Budget
Mid-range
Premium
Stay
4
to
7
days
Pace
Relaxed
Safety
1
/ 5
Popularity
6
/ 10
OVERVIEW
Margarita Island lies off Venezuela’s northern coast, with beaches, mountains and urban districts spread across a broad island landscape. Resort development, fishing and trade all contribute to the economy. Beyond the central area, island interior and coast continue to organise settlement, movement and everyday land use. Beyond the central area, island interior and beaches continue to organise settlement, movement and everyday land use.
Beach conditions and atmosphere vary sharply by area, making base selection important. Inland villages and quieter coasts provide contrast with the busiest resort centres. The strongest contrast comes between island interior and beaches, which support different activities and daily rhythms, with villages providing an additional point of connection. Exploring beyond villages reveals island interior, a part of the destination that short visits often miss.
BEST TIME TO VISIT
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Season
High
Low
Precipitation
THINGS TO DO
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Languages
Spanish
Currency
Venezuelan bolívar · VES
Payments
Cash preferred
Tipping
10–15% customary
Time zone
UTC−4
Tap water
Do not drink untreated
Plug type
Type A / B · 120 V · 60 Hz
Emergency
All emergencies 911
NEARBY DESTINATIONS
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57;25;16;5;10;39;47;50;37;43;67;86
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