Falkland Islands Fly.Fishing

The picture of Stanley is mainly shaped by the many shipwrecks that lie scattered in the harbour. Many of them capsized around the Falkland Islands and were mapped later: Sailing ships from the 18th and 19th centuries, steamships and warships from World War II.
Today, we would call colourful Stanley a "very relaxed and decelerated place“.
The main traffic artery is Ross Road, which runs along the entire harbour.
Many smaller roads branch off uphill from Ross Road. Scattered between historic single-storey houses are administrative buildings with monuments, a hospital, schools, charming souvenir shops, small pubs and a few hotels.
In the harbor you often spot unusual looking Asian fishing vessels (so-called jiggers) waiting for new fishing licenses for catching tons of squid from the waters of the Falkland Islands for the Asian and European markets.
Busy activity occurs when the day visitors arrive, the so called "Day Trippers". Everywhere in the streets and at the harbour they stroll, marvel, take photos of the colourful city.

There are very informative brochures published by the Falkland Island Tourist Board about hiking routes and sightseeing in Stanley and its surroundings.
As small as the microcosm of the city may be, its content and historical places are diverse.
Certainly a favourite: the Falkland Islands Museum.
Many artifacts have been collected here reflecting the history of the islands as well as their proximity to Antarctica.
The collection is a panopticon for everyone interested in maritime and nautical history.
An original hut from the Antarctic, which served as accommodation for expeditions, is particularly impressive.
Under no circumstances should you miss a trip to the Cape Pembroke Lighthouse.
On the way there you pass beautiful sandy beaches, many of which are still – sadly – closed due to landmines.
On the way back to Stanley, a visit to the Magellanic Penguin colony and the sight of the famous shipwreck of Lady Elizabeth is well worth a stop.

The Malvina and the Waterfront Hotel are arguably the most popular hotels in Stanley.
Centrally located on Ross Road, they offer hotel guests everything they would expect from a hotel stay.
As a fisherman and if you spend your fishing vacation with friends, a holiday home is usually the wiser choice.
When you come back with your caught fish under the arm, in waders and wading boots, you will certainly feel more comfortable in a holiday home and can then prepare the catch of the day yourself for dinner.
You can compare all accommodation available on the Falkland Island Tourist Board website and also via AirBnB.

Although almost all groceries can only be delivered by cargo ship – affectionately named "Banana Boat“ – from the mother country England twice a month the supermarket shelves are well filled and nothing is missing. Even anglers are well supplied.
The prices are comparable to the European continent (including alcohol), only fresh fruit and vegetables are slightly more expensive. The quality of fresh meat (beef and sheep) is excellent because there is no factory farming for cattle. All animals graze freely and thus are raised according to the best organic standards.
In short: The Falkland Islands are the perfect place for a meat and alcohol "diet“!
Vegans and abstainers however should plan a slightly higher holiday budget and alternative forms of entertainment…