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Isla Margarita Travel Guide: 88 reviews and 198 photos
Just off the coast of northern Venezuela lies peaceful Isla de Margarita. The combination of excellent beaches, sunny moderate temperature and affordability have combined to make sun-kissed Isla de Margarita a popular destination for North Americans and Europeans. Just 23 Km from mainland Venezuela and 11 degrees north of the Equator, this island is a quiet respite for winter-weary northerners and sun-worshippers. Sheltered from storms and hurricanes ( the annual average rainfall is very low) and with the average temperature about 85 degrees, these conditions make for perfect beach weather most of the year!
I had been aware of Isla Margarita for some time and had considered vacationing here for at least one week, but some how it never happened. We arrived here (April, 2003) aboard the MS Volendam and had only 1 day to see the island. Our ship docked at the remote Port of Guamache. However, even for those not booking excursions, taxi drivers and guides were readily available.
A Few Facts...
Isla Margarita is part of the three island Nueva Esparta State of Venezuela--the two other islands are Coche and Cubagua. Christopher Columbus discovered the island in 1498 and the local natives, called "Guaigueries," were said to receive the conquering Spaniards with "open arms." What a rare thing! Venezuela's contribution of pearls represented almost a third of all "New World" tribute to the Crown of Spain.
In 1814, Isla de Margarita became the first free territory in Venezuela and is where Simon Bolivar (the "LIbertador") was first hailed as the leader of the new and independent republic.
- Pros:Friendly people, wonderful native crafts, inexpensive, beaches
- Cons:Would like to know more about it!
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Not everyone, but alot of tourists arrive on Isla Margarita by cruise ship. My family and I could not agree on any... more travel advice
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Isla Margarita can boast of its own golf club and it can be quite an inexpensive day at the course for those so... more travel advice
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Those Trudels' really know their business and in addition to their Bed & Breakfast they also own Trudel's Garden... more travel advice
No Need for a Rental Car!
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For those flying into Porlamar Airport on Isla Margarita, you may never need the use of a rental car!! One call and you... more travel advice
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Comments (33)
Excellent place, golfing, bungee jumping, Crusin-n-Style excursion, shopping, 320 days of sunshine, etc. ! Unfortunately, I have never been to this lovely island. Thank you for your Santorini visit. Best. L.
This looks like a really nice island which has the added benefit of being off the normal storm and hurricane routes. (Now 88,340 views of this page! It must come up very prominently on some search engine.)
So many great places to visit! Thanks for your story, Sylvia ....
I have been to Venezuela twice, but never made it to Isla Margarita. It looks like a lovely island!
What a stunning national park. Thats a huge waterfall, no wonder its the tallest. Great tips and on the excursions. What a paradise... Thanks Sylvia.:-)
Excellent page about such an interesting country. WoW: 69,374 views of this page! Thanks Sylvia for sharing!
Thanks for bringing back some great memories of Margarita! My wife and I had a great week on the island, including that National Park with a boat ride you mention.
Never made it to that part of the world. Thanks for the tour!
All sounds lovely around here :) I bought a similar wooden cross in a Fair Trade Shop in Aberdeen could be from the same place!!
Very interesting page. It brings back lots of great memories I have of a four day visit to Isla Margarita about 20 years ago. I'd love to return someday.