The Falkland Islands, also known as the Malvinas, is a British Overseas Territory located in the South Atlantic Ocean. The archipelago is composed of two main islands, East Falkland and West Falkland, as well as numerous smaller islands. The islands have a total area of 12,173 square kilometers and a population of approximately 3,400 people.
The official language spoken in the Falkland Islands is English, which is also the language of government, education, and business. The local accent has some distinctive features, influenced by Scottish and other British accents.
The primary currency used in the Falkland Islands is the Falkland Islands pound (FKP), which is equivalent in value to the British pound. British pounds are also accepted in the islands. Credit and debit cards are widely accepted, but it is advisable to carry some cash, especially when traveling to more remote areas.
The local time in the Falkland Islands is GMT-3. There is no daylight saving time, so the time difference between the islands and the UK varies between 2 and 4 hours, depending on the time of year.
The flight time from the UK to the Falkland Islands varies depending on the route and stopovers, but it typically takes around 18-20 hours. The main airport in the Falkland Islands is the Mount Pleasant Airport, located on East Falkland. The airport serves as the hub for the Falkland Islands Government Air Service and is also used by the military. The address for the airport is Mount Pleasant Complex, Stanley FIQQ 1ZZ, Falkland Islands.