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Cruises
There are no cruise ship facilities in Saba due to the island’s small size and the shallow waters around Fort Bay Harbour. The only cruise ships that visit the island are the small liners belonging to the SeaDream Yacht Club line. There is a ferry service between Saba and St Maarten if you wish to visit for the day. |
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Currency/Credit Cards
The currency of Saba is the Netherlands Antilles Florin or Guilder, which is fixed to the US dollar at US$1 = NAFI 1.78. Practically speaking, the dollar is used just as widely as the Florin.
Credit cards are also accepted at places accustomed to tourists. |
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Departure Tax & Taxes
There is a departure tax of US$5 if you are travelling to the other Dutch Windward islands in the area - St Maarten and St Eustatius. Departures to elsewhere will require a US$20 tax.
A government room tax of 5% is automatically added to your hotel bills. |
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Electricity
The domestic electricity supply is 110 volts, 60Hz. American style plugs with two flat metal pins are standard on the island, so remember to bring the appropriate converters if needed. |
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Embassies & Consulates
There is no diplomatic representation in Saba. The nearest embassies and High Commissions tend to be in Barbados. There are some consuls in St Maarten, however.
Canada
For Embassies and High Commissions see the Definitive Caribbean Guide to Barbados
Canadians can obtain consular assistance and further information from the Consulate of Canada in Sint Maarten, 11A Green Star Shell Road, Dawn Beach, Sint Maarten, t 543 6261.
United Kingdom
For Embassies and High Commissions see the Definitive Caribbean Guide to Barbados
British citizens can obtain consular advice from the British Consulate in Curacao, 6 Willemstad, t 5999 747 3322.
United States
For Embassies and High Commissions see Definitive Caribbean Guide to Barbados
Citizens of the Unites States can get consular advice from the United States Consulate General in Curacao, P.O. Box 158, t 5999 461 3066. |
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Emergencies
Police – 911
Fire – 911
Ambulance – 911 |
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