Venezuela is a country formed by 23 states, from which 21 are on the continent and two form the archipelagos of the Cariba, Nueva Esparta is one of these where Isla Margarita is located.

When it comes to tourism Isla Margarita is the jewel in Venezuela´s crown. The capital of Nueva Esparta is Asunción, situated on the island itself. Asunción covers more than 1000 kms2 and is inhabited by more than half a million people.

The economic activity of the Nueva Esparta region revolves principally around tourism, but agriculture, cattle, fishing, and construction are also important sectors. Commerce is also important, given that the three islands of Nueva Esparta (Isla Margarita, Isla de Coche and Isla de Cubagua) have free ports.

The región of Nueva Esparta is comprised of three islands, Isla Margarita, Isla Coche y Isla Cubagua, all of which receive thousands of tourists each year who come to enjoy beaches such as Yaque which has great wind conditions for wind surfing and kite surfing; places of natural beauty such as Restinga Lagoon; temples; culture…

Nueva Esparta is one of Venezuela´s federal states, and is the region which includes Venezuela´s most popular tourist destination, Isla Margarita. The inhabitants of Nueva Esparta, the capital city of which is Asunción live mainly from tourism, although fishing, agriculture and construction also contribute to the local economy.