Raisins Clairs beach
Raisins Clairs is located in the eastern part of Guadeloupe, on Grande Terre. The most picturesque part of the country, where there are many cities with well-developed resort infrastructure. These include Saint-Francois, which attracts many lovers of the classic beach lying on white sands under palm trees and grape trees, from which the name Raisins Clairs came.
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Beach description
The water in this part of the island is calm and perfect for swimming and diving. Soft white sand attracts many visitors. Depending on the season, there are periods when many tourists from nearby hotels flock to the beach. It's very lively during those days. It's helped by the fact that the beach is located near the National road that connects Saint Francois with other major locations.
Why is Raisins Clairs so popular:
- Everyone wants to visit places they have only seen on postcards.
- Long shoreline, warm calm ocean and a lot of Sun. Be careful during high noon and don't forget your sunscreen.
- Tropical oasis for families and water sports enthusiasts.
- Children and elderly visitors can easily get in the back and go back to the shore.
- Beautiful nature, with activities on both the beach and its surroundings and nearby towns.
- There are no umbrellas or sunbeds available, everyone brings their own towels to lay on the soft sand.
- Paid toilets and showers. Public toilets are usually closed.
- Spacious parking lot.
- A vast local market operates in the nearby stadium on Sundays.
- Food trucks with snacks and beverages come to the parking lot during noon. If you want something more, there's a restaurant on the left edge of the beach. Local hotels also have restaurants that won't let their visitors be hungry.
When is the best time to go?
It is best to go to Guadeloupe from December to May, as the weather at this time is set dry and fresher than in other months. However, it should be borne in mind that in December, during the holidays, many tourists arrive to celebrate Christmas and New Year, which affects prices.
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Infrastructure
In Guadeloupe, lovers of hiking are rushing to rest, first of all. Here are excellent conditions for diving, snorkeling. In the major cities of the country, to which Saint-Francois is not so far, nightlife boils, clubs and casinos work, and regular sales are held in fashion boutiques.
Shops are open all days of the week. The exception is Sunday. From 12.00 they close for a lunch for 2.5-3 hours. Restaurants usually are open after 17.00 and work until 20.30. Relay race is taken by hotel restaurants and night gambling, entertainment establishments.
There is no lack of hotels for every taste. Everywhere, as a rule, excellent conditions are offered. In the city center, within walking distance to the Raisins Clairs, is located La Metisse, the 3* hotel with a small number of rooms, an outdoor pool, around which the apartments are located. The hosts know English and French, the rooms are clean, comfortable. There is a refrigerator that facilitates tropical life. Guests can use a free parking, praise delicious breakfasts with pastries and exotic fruits. Tourists are given every kind of support.
Nearby there are many interesting places for walking, restaurants, which not only feed visitors on-site, but also simplify the life of a tourist by timely delivery. Even quite European dishes are prepared according to the original recipe, in their own way. Different types of meat and fish are pickled in local spices, what is the reason why they acquire a completely unfamiliar taste. In Guadeloupe, Chinese, Indian and Mexican delicacies were successfully assimilated. Many emphasize the freshness of the ingredients and the very friendly service in restaurants and cafeterias.
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- The transport infrastructure here is well developed. During the influx of tourists and on weekends, traffic jams are possible. To get to Raisins Clairs, you need to fly from any French airport to Grand Ter. From there, by road to the desired city of the island.
- The average annual temperature is always above 25 degrees. Rains run suddenly and end just as quickly. After the rain, the sun comes out again, and after a while its traces are no longer noticeable.
What to visit:
- Casino de la Marina is nearby.
- Great golf course.
- Pointe-à-Pitre, the main settlement of the island, where there are many museums, a sugar factory, ancient architecture.
- Archaeological Museum of Le Moule.
- Cousteau Underwater Park.
- Admire the sophistication of flowers and fruits on Saints Island.
- Visit Dehe, where restaurateurs can surprise even gourmets.