Area code to Saint Helena

Area code to Saint Helena: +290 [...]

Getting to Saint Helena

St Helena has no airport, so the only way to travel to and from the island is by ship. There is only one ship, the RMS St Helena, which is owned by St Helena Line and which is managed on its behalf by Andrew Weir Shipping Ltd.

The Environment in Saint Helena

The island is of volcanic origin. Early records relating to its discovery show that the island was once covered in rich vegetation. It has been suggested that seeds of plants must have been carried by birds or blown by the wind that caused such ve [...]

Tipping in Saint Helena

Tipping is very much the individual's choice according to service. A tip of around 10% is standard. [...]

Shopping in Saint Helena

Local crafts on St Helena are limited due mainly to the fluctuating market demand. However a limited amount can be bought from the Art & Craft Centre, Souvenir Shop and other shops in Jamestown. Special items of craft can also be purchased from th [...]

Religion in Saint Helena

All but one of the religious groups on the island describes themselves as Christians. The majority of Saints belong to the Anglican Church. Other religious groups include Baptists, Roman Catholics, Seventh Day Adventists, Salvation Army, New Apost [...]

Electricity in Saint Helena

The electricity supply on St Helena is 240V, 50Hz. The standard electrical socket is the 13-amp flat pin as used in the United Kingdom. [...]

Eating out in Saint Helena

There is a variety of St Helena local dishes for the visitors to enjoy such as fishcakes, black puddings, pilau, coconut fingers, pumpkin pudding and pumpkin fritters. Visitors are advised to book in advance at one of the local eating places for e [...]

Communications in Saint Helena

International Direct Dialing, Internet & Email Facilities, Facsimile and Telegram are all available. Phone cards can be obtained from the Cable & Wireless Office, Post Office, Ann's Place, Standard and Consulate Bars. Phone booths are located in J [...]

Climate in Saint Helena

The Island is blessed with a pleasant climate with warm sunny summers and cool mild winters, with moderate rains. The South Atlantic high pressure cell and the equatorial trough control the climate of St Helena. Despite the island's locality withi [...]

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Area code to Saint Helena

Getting to Saint Helena

The Environment in Saint Helena

Tipping in Saint Helena

Shopping in Saint Helena

Religion in Saint Helena

Electricity in Saint Helena

Eating out in Saint Helena

Communications in Saint Helena

Climate in Saint Helena