Anguilla
Travel tips for Anguilla: safety advisories, currency and cash vs. card, tap water, plugs, local phrases, food, and advice from travelers.
Cash and cards
Cards widely accepted. Travelers in 2026 report using cards for most purchases at hotels and restaurants, but you must bring USD cash for taxis, public ferries, tips, and small beach shacks.
Try the food
- Pigeon Peas and Rice: A hearty, savory staple dish made with pigeon peas, rice, salted meat, and local spices.
- Grilled Crayfish: Sweet, tender local spotted spiny lobster split in half and grilled with rich garlic butter.
- Johnny Cakes: Golden, deep-fried or baked dough flatbreads with a slightly sweet, fluffy interior.
Essentials
- Voltage
- 110V, 60Hz
- Driving
- Left side
- SIM tip
- Purchase a prepaid Flow or Digicel SIM card at their retail stores in The Valley, or arrange an eSIM online prior to your arrival.
Etiquette
A 10 to 15 percent service charge is typically included in restaurant bills, but leaving an extra 5 percent in cash for the server is customary for good service.