The island itself is a typical coral atoll, being low, brushy, dry, and generally flat. Absent are the jagged mountain peaks of the more mountainous volcanic islands. Coral islands have the best beaches because of their origin. The low, flat terrain is devoid of the characteristics that create the random showers more prevalent on the mountainous islands. The goats and casual lifestyle, so obvious here, are indicative of the lack of formality and manana attitude of the Old Style Caribbean.
Hitchhikers are common with the lack or cars.
These people may be offered a ride, as this serves as the island's public transportation. This is also a great way to meet the Anguillans. The half finished houses about the island are not abandoned, they are being finished as their owners can afford it. It is this carefree lifestyle and the genuine friendliness of the island inhabitants that will grow on you and make it hard to leave.