ANTIGUA
Antigua & Barbuda: where the Caribbean winks at the Atlantic.
Antigua & Barbuda nestle in the Leeward Islands, two main islands about 25 miles apart surrounded by smaller isles. This coral-born paradise gleams with turquoise waters, powdery white sand and weathered sculpted rocks. Antigua alone claims 365 beaches — one for every day of the year — inviting swimming, sunbathing and every water sport you can imagine. Inland, a lively maritime history and a Creole spirit — shaped by Amerindian, West African and British influences — fill the streets with color, music and flavor.
Antigua,
Circumnavigate the island with a day trip.
Who
Antigua is a vibrant, predominantly Afro-Caribbean island where more than 87% of the population traces its roots back to enslaved Africans, lending the island its rich culture, music and warmth.
What
Expect pastel-colored colonial streets, volcanic beaches kissed by turquoise water and a slow rhythm of rum vendors, reggae beats and sun-drenched smiles.
When
The best time to visit Antigua is in the gentle shoulder seasons of late April to early June, when the island’s flowers are in bloom, the beaches are blissfully uncrowded and the weather is warm without the high-season rush.
Where
Stay on Antigua’s serene southwest coast around Falmouth or English Harbour, where charming marinas, verdant hills and quiet sandy coves let you enjoy the island’s embrace.
How
Fly into V.C. Bird International Airport on Antigua and take a quick taxi or shuttle to St. John’s, then explore the island by rental car, colorful buses, or leisurely ferry hops between bays to discover hidden beaches and spice-scented villages.
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