Saba Travel Facts
The Basics
Country: Saba
Where is it?: Caribbean, two island groups in the Caribbean Sea – one includes Curacao and Bonaire north of Venezuela; the other is east of the Virgin Islands
Why do people go here?: Part of the Netherlands Antilles, with its unique island government, but the fun in the sun.
Currency used: Netherlands Antillean guilder (ANG)
Country Code: 599, plus 416
Religion: Roman Catholic, Protestant, Jewish, Seventh-Day Adventist
Population: 1,500
Ethnic Breakdown: Mixed African descent (85%), Amerindian, European descent
Government: Municipality of the Netherlands Antilles
Languages: Dutch, English, Papiamento
Travel Information
Attractions: Beaches, Seclusion, Relaxation
Accommodation: Saba Hostels, look for hotels and small cotteges. There are no hostels, however, the EcoLodge has hostel-like pricing (work exchange for free cottage stay).
Tourism Office locations and links: Saba & St. Eustatius-Tourist Office Windwardside, Saba +5994-62231;; FAX +5994-62350; www.sabatourism.com
Health Issues: A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required from travellers over 6 months of age coming from infected area.
Tips for Visiting
Specific Events/Holidays: Queen’s Day (Birthday of Queen-Mother JULIANA in 1909 and accession to the throne of her oldest daughter BEATRIX in 1980), 30 April
Getting Around: Cars, due to the tiny size, are the best bets…but tourists usually have a difficult time with the road. Plan on taking taxis or even hitchhiking.
Cheapest airport to fly into: The cheapest airport to fly into Saba is the Juancho E. Yrausquin Airport.
Need more information?: Check out the Saba travel guide for more on what to see, where to stay, and how to get there.
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