Channel Islands Holiday Reviews

Lovely town, nice shops and I found it quite cheap,. was only there for a couple of days and the weather wasnt so good so I didnt get the best idea of the beaches but they still looked nice. Would go back. Very clean, and friendly people.

There are plenty of places to visit and beaches to go to, which are also amazing. Merton Hotel is the place to stay, but Jersey is just a beautiful place, people should definetely go there!

I have been visiting Jersey on and off for the past 26 years and have always stayed in Gorey. Mainly because it is quiet and so picturesque, but also it makes a great base from which to explore the island. The harbourside promenade (for want of a better word) is lined with colourful flower beds, palm trees and cordylines, leading to a few bars and restaurants nestled below the castle and overlooking the harbour. The views from the castle and the surrounding green are superb. It is well worth the climb. There are a number of resturants in Gorey, but my two favourites are Suma's (Gorey Hill, although there is a front entrance up the steps) and Castle Green (up the hill near the castle). The food is exceptional. I would say that Gorey is not for youngsters, but suited to more mature minded 20 somethings up to fit and active 80 somethings. I was 22 when I discovered Gorey, I'm 48 now and still enjoy returning.

Guernsey is suitable for just about everyone except possibly teenagers, the beaches are great the views stunning and the locals are a friendly bunch.

Theres not an massive amount of things to do but ther are some lovely Cliff walks, museums, lots of places to eat and the quality is very high, there are excursions to the other islands which are well worth doing.

Shopping is not cheap but as the currency is £s theres no exchange issues so probably cheaper at the moment then the continent.

Alderney (French: Aurigny; Auregnais: Aoeur'gny) is the most northerly of the Channel Islands and a British Crown dependency and part of the Bailiwick of Guernsey. The island is five kilometers (3 mi) long and two and a half kilometers (1.5 mi) wide for a total area of eight square kilometers (3 sq.mi). Alderney is around sixteen kilometers (10 mi) from France, thirty two kilometers (20 mi) to the north-east of Guernsey and ninety-seven kilometers (60 mi) from the south coast of England. Alderney is separated from Cap de la Hague by the dangerous currents of La Raz.

Alderney has a population of 2400 people, and they are traditionally nicknamed vaques after the cows, or else lapins after the many rabbits seen in the island. The only parish of Alderney is the parish of St Anne which covers the whole island.

The main town, St. Anne, features an imposing, pretty church and a cobbled high street. There is a primary school, a secondary school, and a post office as well as hotels, restaurants, banks and shops.

Jersey is a wonderful island and suprises await around every corner. I was very impressed by the range of things to do to suit all tastes and moods, from the very cosmopolitan St. Helier and It's Michelin Starred Restaurants (Try Bohemia, rated 17th Best in the World!) to quaint fishing villages and tea rooms and everything in between, all in a very compact area and a short flight from Mainland UK. Recommend for couples and familes.

there is so much to do on this island beaches if the weather is fine, plenty of museums and indoor entertainment. pallots motor museum and the jersey war tunnels a must.

Jersey has something to attract all ages - from stressfree strolls along the seafront to the nightlife in St Helier. Food can be as expensive as you want it to - just seek out the value for money pubs and restaurants, there are plenty out there! Seafood is served at it's best in Jersey, it's worth the air fair for that alone.

Certainly lots to see and do, whether you like historical sites, beaches, panoramic views, gardens, zoos, shopping. No need to get bored here. We drove around with a little hire car and I think this is a good way to travel around. One or two great views that stay with me, especially those from castles or fortified areas looking out to sea. Other highlights were the tunnels left by the Germans in World War 2, and a castle that is cut off at high tide and requires access by amphibious vehicle. My best memories are probably eating fresh lobster with Jersey potatoes in a fairly unpretentious place we almost dismissed as being too pokey looking.

A really pretty island with lovely bays and beaches,lots of places to visit.we stayed in St Helier which has a large shopping centre,and indoor market.The Howard Davis Park has lots of free entertainment in the summer evenings

St Martin is a rural, quiet resort. Its very pretty, with lots of winding country lanes and beaches near by within easy reach. The Royal public house is a good place to eat, but gets very busy so you have to get there early. St Helier is within easy reach and there is an excellent bus service.

Plenty of shops, if teens like shopping. HMV was cheeper for Ipod than UK. If using car, one way system is a nightmare at first and map is essential. Victorian market is worth a visit. The war tunnels interested our teens as well as Gorey castle.

I am 19 and went to Jersey with my family, I found Jersey to be quite boring and there wasn't much to do for someone my age as Jersey is rather based around it's history! The one visit I did enjoy was the trip to the Durrell Zoo! I also prefer warmer places with nice beaches but there werent many of those on offer either! If you are going to stay in Jersey I would recommend staying in the Merton as it has a nice pool and really nice food!

Hire a car and drive around and just get lost! You can't get too lost, but all the little lanes lead somewhere interesting.

Relaxing holiday destination which is clean and friendly. Good bus service in the main all based from St Helier out to all of the main tourist attractions. The Durrell Wildlife trust is an excellent day out especially for young children and there are plenty of historical sites.