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Sailing |
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is Anguilla's number one sport. Much of the island's racing and
leisure yachts are launched off Road Bay and Blowing Point. For
larger boats, there's Tamariain Watersports (Ph: 497- 2020)
or Sandy Island Enterprises (Ph: 497-6395). For Sunfish and
Hobie Cat rentals try Tropical Watersports (Ph: 497-6666).
Excursion Boats to Prickly Pear Cays & Sandy Ground: Sandy Island
Enterprises (Ph: 497-6395). May 30 - Anguilla Day - celebrates
a host of sailing races. |
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Diving |
| The island has no
coral wall dives, but deep dives up to 130 feet can be done. A favorite
spot is at Prickly Pear Cays. On Dog Island the shore dives drop
from 20 to 80 feet. The reefs between Scrub Island and the island's
eastern end are also worthwhile. Tamarian Watersports (Ph:
497-2020) offers PADI certification, a short dive course, beginner
& advance open water dives, night dives, deep water dives and wreck
diving. |
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Snorkeling |
| Excellent snorkeling
can be found at Prickly Pear Cays, Scrub Island, Sandy Island, Captain's
Bay, Shoal Bay West, Mimi Bay, Little Harbour Limestone Bay. Shoal
Bay is ideal for beginner snorkelers. Snorkeling Rentals: Sandy
Island Enterprises (Ph: 497- 6395). |
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Deep-Sea Fishing |
| Tropical Watersports
(Ph: 497-6666) offers equipment rentals and excursions for deep
sea fishing. Tackle Box Sports Center (Ph: 497-2896) for
equipment rentals. |
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Other watersports |
| Most of the large
hotel resorts have equipment rentals for windsurfers, paddleboats
and waterskis. |
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Tennis |
| The best court offerings
are to be found at the resorts and larger hotels. We recommend
Carimar Beach Club, 2 Courts (Ph: 497-6881); Malliouhana,
3 Courts (Ph: 497-6111); Cinnamon Reef, 2 Courts (Ph: 497-2727);
The Coccoloba Plantation, 6 Courts (Ph: 497-6871); The
Fountain Beach & Tennis Club, 6 Courts (Ph: 497-6395).
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Martial Arts & Aerobics |
| Fun and fitness
is the theme at Highway Gym (Ph: 497-2363).
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Bicycles |
| Rent at Boothes
(Ph: 497-2075). |
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Jogging |
| The island's splendid
beaches and tranquil roadside beckon all types of runners.
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