Guernsey
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Capital
St Peter Port
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Local time
22:04
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Population
65 228
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Driving side
Left
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Calling code
+44
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Currency
£ GGP (pound)
Guernsey
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Capital
St Peter Port
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Local time
22:04
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Population
65 228
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Driving side
Left
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Calling code
+44
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Currency
£ GGP (pound)
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Average Salary
$ 2 495
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Petrol price
€ 1.57 pl
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Precipitation
505mm /year
Geography & travel
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Country Area
78 km2
Population
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Languages
English
French
Norman-French dialect
Economy
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Industries
tourism, banking
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Agriculture
tomatoes, greenhouse flowers, sweet peppers, eggplant, fruit, Guernsey cattle
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Natural Resources
cropland
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Natural Resources
cropland
What not to do when visiting Guernsey
Guernsey Don’t forget Guernsey is not part of the UK (nor European Union), but rather a separate possession of the British Crown, comparable to the Isle of Man. The defence of all the island is the responsibility of the UK.
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Guernsey Don't be surprised locals are more reserved and distant - friendships take longer to build.
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Guernsey Don’t ask personal questions or intensely stare to someone - privacy is important.
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Europe Don’t forget to handshake when greeting (men). Women usually greet with light kisses on both cheeks (”air kisses” where you just touch cheeks and kiss the air), a handshake is common on first meeting. Eye contact is important.
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Europe Don't smack or slurp - it's not appreciated.
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Europe Don't avoid eye contact business and personal conversations. It's a sign of courtesy.
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Northern Europe Don't forget to disrobe completely before you sauna - bring a towel (only) if you are shy.
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Europe Don't enter buses, trains or similar before everyone who wants to get out has done so.
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Tell us your experience
We love to hear from people who have travelled the world and know ‘what not to do’. Why not help other people on their travels?
Europe Don't forget to wear reflectors when riding a bike or walking at dark.
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