There is a good
Arts and Crafts Center, and the island-built racing boats are world-famous. Souvenirs also include shells and small models of the islands archipelago. There are small
boutiques offering resort clothing and accessories, swimwear and a gift shop offering international name brands in bone china, crystal and jewelry. For more extensive shopping, nip across to St Maarten.
Shopping hoursMon-Sat 0900-1700. A few shops open on Sunday.
Currency Information:CurrencyEastern Caribbean
Dollar (XCD; symbol EC$) = 100 cents. Notes are in denominations of EC$100, 50, 20, 10 and 5. Coins are in denominations of EC$1, and 25, 10, 5, 2 and 1 cents.
Note: The EC Dollar is tied to the US Dollar.
Currency ExchangeCurrency may be exchanged in the capital. US Dollars are widely accepted and prices quoted are generally in US Dollars.
Credit/Debit Cards and ATMsAmerican Express and Visa are widely accepted. ATMs are available in major cities.
Traveller's ChequesTo avoid additional exchange rate charges, travelers are advised to take traveller's cheques in US Dollars.
Banking HoursMon-Thurs 0800-1500, Fri 0800-1700.
Exchange Rate Indicators| Date | Jan 09 |
| £1.00= | EC$3.86 |
| $1.00= | EC$2.66 |
| €1.00= | EC$3.64 |
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