travel42 Port Guide: Deshaies

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This historic, two-street fishing town with its beautiful green bay and colorful houses is where the French colonists first landed in 1635. The community was officially established in 1732. Despite its small size, Deshaies (pronounced Day-hay) has become one of the main tourism centers in Guadeloupe. English is spoken there more than in other towns in Guadeloupe.

There are many hillside gites and guesthouses located on the outskirts of town. The waterfront is dotted with souveni...