Jersey

Jersey is a small island in the English Channel off the coast of Normandy, France. It is the second largest of the Channel Islands and is about the same size as Guernsey. Jersey is a crown dependency of the United Kingdom and is not part of the United Kingdom or the European Union, but it is part of the British Isles. Jersey is a popular tourist destination for its mild climate, sandy beaches, and scenic countryside. The island is also known for its dairy farms and for its production of Jersey Royals, a type of potato. The island's capital, Saint Helier, is located on the east coast. Saint Helier is the only town on the island and is home to most of the island's population of about 33,000 people. The island's economy is based mostly on tourism and financial services. Jersey is a low-tax jurisdiction and many international companies have headquarters on the island. Jersey is a self-governing crown dependency and is not part of the United Kingdom. However, the UK is responsible for the island's defense and international relations. The island has its own legal system, currency, and postal service. Jersey is not part of the European Union but is part of the European Economic Area. The Jersey pound is the official currency of Jersey. The pound is also legal tender in the United Kingdom, but only banks in Jersey issue the Jersey pound. Jersey is a popular tourist destination for its mild climate, sandy beaches, and scenic countryside. The island is also known for its dairy farms and for its production of Jersey Royals, a type of potato. In 2019, Jersey was ranked the 9th best place to live in the world by the U.S. News & World Report.