| |  Short Description |  | Laying at the southern edge of the Caribbean, Isla Margarita is ideal for the traveler with more than just fun-in-the-sun on their agenda. Although its largely unpublicized beaches are considered one of the islands' best kept secrets, Margarita's identity is sophisticated, exciting and very cosmopolitan. Margarita's terrain is equally as diverse, ranging from lush mountains, rolling plains and deserted swampland. Porlamar's city, which bustles with duty-free shopping, quality dining and an active nightlife. | | Airport Information | To get to Margarita Island you would fly into Santiago Marino International Airport (PMV). This popular destination is serviced by Aeropostal, Laser, Aserca, as well as several charter companies. Each traveler is required to pay departure tax of US $10.25 at the airport upon leaving the island. Please contact your airline or your local consulate or embassy in regards to travel documentation necessary for your vacation.
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Main Cities Porlamar
The biggest city on Margarita Island is Porlamar, known for its commercial center; it flourishes with shops and good restaurants. About 85,000 people live there during the low season in Porlamar; about 125,000, in the high season. It has two city beaches and a soon-to-be-opened harbour for cruise ships.
Pampatar
It is the second biggest city. Pampatar has around 50,000 citizens in its greater area. Most of the larger shopping malls are in its Jurisdiction: Sambil Margarita, Rattan Depot, Centro Comercial AB (Avenida Bolivar), and La Redoma. It has a very nice, large city beach with a lot of little restaurants |
| | | Entry Requirements |
Passport/Visa: Country | Passport Required | Visa Required | Return Ticket Required | British | Yes | No | Yes | Australian | Yes | No | Yes | Canadian | Yes | No | Yes | USA | Yes | No | Yes | Other EU | Yes | No | Yes | Japanese | Yes | No | Yes |
Passports: Passport valid for at least six months (if entering with a visa) or for the duration of stay (if entering with a Tourist Entry Card) required by all.
Validity: Tourist/Tourist Entry Cards: 90 days (tourist visas are valid for up to one year but only permit entry for 90 days in any one period). Business: 180 days. Transit: up to 72 hours.
| .jpg) | | Local Weather | The climate of Margarita Island is semi-arid with little rainfall. The island boasts over 320 days of sunshine per year, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (78ºF) in January to 32ºC (90ºF) in September. It is also a hurricane free Island. The island has no hurricane season. | | | Destination Highlights | White Sand Beaches
Clear Blue Waters
Many Casinos
Great International Dining
Duty Free Shopping Windsurfing |  | Travel's Tips | Take light clothes and comfy shoes! It is summer all year long in Isla Margarita. For the beach, use flip-flops, sandals. And wear beach clothes of light fabric like cotton shorts or skirts. |
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| | | Bars, Restaurants and more. | | | | Margarita is known worldwide as the pearl of the Caribbean. Warn people and beautiful beaches but is also becoming recognized for its mouth-watering cuisine and riveting night spots.
For action and fun there is a great variety of Shows, Discotheques, Pool & Bars and Night Clubs. There are places for everyone, from romantic Piano Bars to crazy tropical parties for the young namely Kamy Beach and Senior Frog. The British Bulldog offering live bands and Opah giving those the opportunity to perfect their salsa. You can find restaurants of all kinds on the Island from Chinese, Italian, French, Mexican, Sushi to the Hard Rock Café, McDonalds and Wendys.
| Shopping... | For a high-class shopping experience for designer items visit the Sambil and Rattan Plaza malls all at tax free prices. The cheaper shops and stalls are in Santiago Marino, Centro and the Flea Markets offering even more bargains from designer wear to local crafts. In the largest supermarkets Central Madeirense (CM), Sigo Supermarket, or UniCasa you will find large selections, comfortable grocery shopping, good quality fruits and vegetables, deli sections, freshly baked bread, etc.
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Beaches The Island is blessed with 72 beaches with names like Moreno, El Silguero, Pampatar and El Yaque. On beaches like El Agua, Parguito and Guacuco, you will find most services like hotels, restaurants, umbrellas and chairs, beside the opportunity to surf if you like the sport. Other beaches like Manzanillo, Puerto Cruz, La Restinga and Juan Griego, are partly oceanic and offer a great diversity of water sports and services.
Playa El Agua beach boasts 2½ miles (4 km) of white sand and tall mature coconut palms on Playa del Agua you'll be sure to find either a quiet spot for your sunbathing or a little more activity at one of the more popular areas Punta Arenas - this beach of shallow, crystalline, soft waters in the Macanao Peninsula is a delicious place for children. Food, beverages and all facilities wait for your visit. |
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