Jersey - rural beauty and cosmopolitan fun
Just off the coast of Normandy, France, Jersey is one of the Channel Islands. Although it is a British Crown dependency, it is not actually part of the UK, nor a member of the EU.
With its lush valleys, rolling green fields, pretty Norman style farmhouses, narrow winding lanes, its unspoilt coastline of majestic cliffs and rocks, beautiful bays, and sandy beaches, Jersey makes a wonderful destination for a holiday or short break.
Jersey is an interesting fusion of English and French culture, which is reflected in its street names being in both languages, and its old language Jèrriais which is closely related to French. Jèrriais is taught in Jersey schools, and is still spoken in some parts of the countryside.
Jersey’s capital, St Helier, is trendy and cosmopolitan, with a strong business district, plenty of shops, lovely beaches and a buzzing nightlife. Needlesss to say, St Helier has a very good range of restaurants, and a distinctive cuisine that combines the best of both French cooking, with the English love of roast dinners and fresh vegetables.
On the waterfront of St Helier is The Royal Yacht Hotel, which has four restaurants, three bars and beautiful spa. Also in St Helier, by the attractive marina, is the newly opened Radisson SAS Waterfront Hotel
Overall, Jersey has a terrific range of accommodation, from five star hotels, through to some very good bed and breakfasts, to self-catering apartments and camping. Whether it’s luxury and haute cuisine that is to your taste, or life under canvas, there is something to please everyone.
Filed under: Channel Islands, Culture, Beaches
