Countries visited
Channel Islands
Set in the English Channel, between the Normandy coast and southern England, the Channel Islands form an archipelago with a distinctive political and cultural character. They are not part of the United Kingdom but are Crown Dependencies of the British monarch, each with its own government, currency and legal system.
History is visible everywhere: Norman castles, German fortifications and French street names reflect centuries of changing influence. Yet the islands share a common identity – shaped by British calm, French style and a strong maritime spirit.
Though small in size, the Channel Islands are remarkably diverse. Jersey, the largest, is known for its long beaches, Jersey cows and a lively economy. Guernsey is smaller and greener, with gardens, cliff paths and sheltered coves. Further north lies Alderney, quieter and wilder, marked by rugged coastline and a slower rhythm of life. Sark and Herm are almost car-free; visitors get around on foot, by bicycle or horse-drawn carriage.
History is visible everywhere: Norman castles, German fortifications and French street names reflect centuries of changing influence. Yet the islands share a common identity – shaped by British calm, French style and a strong maritime spirit.
Though small in size, the Channel Islands are remarkably diverse. Jersey, the largest, is known for its long beaches, Jersey cows and a lively economy. Guernsey is smaller and greener, with gardens, cliff paths and sheltered coves. Further north lies Alderney, quieter and wilder, marked by rugged coastline and a slower rhythm of life. Sark and Herm are almost car-free; visitors get around on foot, by bicycle or horse-drawn carriage.
