While staying on holiday in the Channel Islands why not consider a visit to the nearby coast of France? The port of St Malo is about 2.5 hours by boat from Guernsey and 1 3/4 hours from Jersey. You are able to fly from Guernsey to Dinard in 25 minutes. With France so close, a holiday in the Channel Islands can become a more memorable experience for the whole family.
Take a day-trip to St Malo, or stay for a few nights to fully experience this splendid walled city, before returning to the Channel Islands. With its huge choice of excellent restaurants, bistros and bars there is something for everyone. Wander the maze of bustling cobbled streets and watch street artists perform or sit outside one of the many cafes and just watch the world go by.
There are regular sea-travel links between Guernsey, Alderney, Sark and Jersey to the French ports of St Malo, Cherbourg, Granville and Carteret. There are also regular air-links flying to Dinard and St Brieuc from both Guernsey and Jersey.
The main carriers from the islands to the French coast are
Aurigny for air travel and
Condor Ferries for sea travel.
Make the most of your holiday in the Channel Islands with a short visit to France.