"Jersey come rain or shine" Top 5 Page for this destination Jersey by jo104

Jersey Travel Guide: 325 reviews and 468 photos

The Channel Islands

I came here over the Easter weekend and whilst it was cold and wet I think I can safely say that I would love to come back to explore Jersey in the summer so watch this spot.

From my limited time on the Island I can say that the people are for the most part incredibly friendly and helpful. Jersey is only 14km long and 8km wide although as you make your way along the narrow winding roads it feels larger. Beautiful white sandy beaches are everywhere some safer then others due to the extreme tidal movements which can cause strong currents making swimming dangerous.

There are many remnants to be seen of German fortifications when Jersey was the only part of the British Isles to be occupied by the Nazi's for 5 long years, islanders that remained suffered to the point of starvation. Jersey was liberated on 9 May 1945.

Pros and Cons

Pros:friendly people, inexpensive quality restuarants, VAT free haven
Cons:winter bus timetable, seasonal openings

Last visit to Jersey: Mar 2008
Intro Updated Mar 27, 2008
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Reviews (26)

Elizabeth castle Things to Do (10)

This tip write up was done by my friend Mecheal who visited Elizabeth castle whilst Christel & I went to the Underground... more travel advice

Beautiful St Aubins Beach Favorites (3)

Have you ever experienced walking on the beach whilst being pelted by hail stones - I have now. This beach lies on... more travel advice

Liberation Station Transportation (5)

All buses depart and arrive into Liberation station in St Helier. There is a helpful information desk as well as big... more travel advice

Jersey War tunnels Part 2 Things to Do (10)

You are given an identity card of a survivor of the occupation & once you visit the tunnels you are invited to look up... more travel advice

Sports & Outdoors (1)
Golfing
Restaurants (5)
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Comments (27)

greyowl7 Jul 19, 2010 at 6:01 AM Report Abuse

Sorry about your bad experience. I must add a high recommendation for this restaurant (= Corbiere Phare) for excellent food (European, vegetarian, fish, Thai) and an magic view of the lighthouse (esp. impressive at very high tide on a stormy day)
KiKitC Sep 8, 2009 at 5:03 AM Report Abuse

Greetings from New Jersey! What a wonderful tour, your tips are fabulous. Like Jersey...in New Jersey we have some great wineries...but no real castles.
icunme Sep 1, 2009 at 11:30 AM Report Abuse

Another fascinating page, Jo - especially liked the lighthouse - photos & detail great - very impressive info on war tunnels. Carol <(•¿•)>
deecat Mar 14, 2009 at 3:32 PM Report Abuse

Marvelous, Jo! Helpful, instructive, and interesting. Loved your hotel tip. The Wine Estate, Glass Church, Jersey War Tunnels, as well as the Light House, Royal Square, Shell Gardens, and Elizabeth Castle were terrific. Historic!!
rexvaughan Jan 8, 2009 at 9:23 AM Report Abuse

Nice info and photos on Jersey. We visited Guernsey a few years ago. Many things in common among the Channel Islands. Thanks.
evaanna Jul 8, 2008 at 5:30 AM Report Abuse

Scenic place with lots of lovely walks. Loved the picture of the Corbiere Lighthouse with the causeway. Never seen or tasted black butter before but the butter dish I have at home looks like those made on Jersey.
JessH Jul 8, 2008 at 5:03 AM Report Abuse

Hi Jo. My company has a branch in Jersey, and I've been begging my boss for years to let me go! Jersey looks lovely, and I really enjoyed reading your pages. Greetings from the desert / Jess :-)
Jasen71 Jun 19, 2008 at 7:40 AM Report Abuse

Glad to see you made to the best place in the british isles. The manager of the corbiere is very famous abrupt way.. he's is the real big vern and own the cafe you liked in the bay...so you have met him again..;P
scottishvisitor May 28, 2008 at 1:48 PM Report Abuse

I visited Jersey very much pre VT & liked what I saw = nice tips evoking fond memories for me!!
pattypoo May 28, 2008 at 10:37 AM Report Abuse

I had the Best time of my life working here..