Discover The Island Of Jersey (No – it’s not in New Jersey!)

Would you like to hear about a truly spectacular, yet little known holiday destination?  The Island of Jersey is just that spot!

Friends of mine who are living in England for three years recently returned from a holiday on The Island of Jersey, just 14 miles off the coast of France and 100 miles south of the English coast.

As an American, I must admit that I had never heard of this spot, a reported favorite of British and European travelers for decades.  Nevertheless, after viewing my friends’ online photo album, I was determined to learn more and to put it on my list of places to see.

From my research, I’ve learned that English is the land spoken on the island, so that makes it an easy place to visit.

The Island has a super rich heritage and has an amazing 8,000 year recorded history!  Mont Orgueil Castle, overlooking the small harbor of Gorey has protected the Island from invasion since the early 13th century! Several museums on the island extol the exciting and turbulent history of this magical island.

The abundance of flowers is another of Jersey’s attractions and it is often referred to as “The Floral Island”.  An annual carnival called “The Battle of Flowers” brings thousands of people to the island each year.

The beaches on the island are spectacular (at least from the pictures I’ve seen) and the countryside is just as amazing.  In fact, the countryside even features Hamptonne Country Life Museum with farmhouses and outbuildings dating back six centuries that have been lovingly restored using traditional crafts.

So, if you find yourself in England or France, you might want to consider your own jaunt to Jersey Island to enjoy sunny, mild weather and some of the cleanest, most gorgeous beaches in Europe!

Posted by on 10/26 at 12:54 PM

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