Our body and mind needs all the rest it can get to recharge, especially during these trying times. Sometimes, we need to rest our minds and bodies from all the stress they endure. So, how do we do it? Do nothing at all! When we free our minds from distractions, we are freer to appreciate and contemplate life - and even meditate. We also learn to value our surroundings.
So, come and rest your mind and enjoy a relaxing vacation to Antigua and Barbuda!
Antigua is situated in the Caribbean east, southeast of St. Kitts and north of Guadeloupe and Dominica. It is a picturesque island that people dream of visiting when they fantasize about a Caribbean getaway. Antigua is categorized by its beautiful ocean views and turquoise blue waters. What most people don't realize is that there is a lot more to this island than just the beaches.
With a wide selection of markets, shops, and restaurants to tour while in Antigua, this island filled with rich colonial history offers plenty of activities away from the beach.
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Are you interested in learning about Antigua? Antigua is pronounced An-TEE' ga! It's popularly known as "Waladii" or "Wadadii" by most of the locals.
The island is part of the country of Antigua & Barbuda. With about 68 square miles, Barbuda is a coral island just 30 miles north of Antigua. In the Eastern Caribbean, sitting in the middle of the Leeward Islands, where the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean meet is Antigua.
The highest point in Antigua is Mount Obama. The name was changed in 2009 to give honor to former US President Barack Obama. Some of the island's famous residents include Oprah Winfrey, Jamaica Kincaid, Giorgio Armani, Richard Branson, and Eric Clapton.
St. John is the capital of Antigua and is the center of island life on Saturday mornings. This market draws in vendors from all over the island and provides a wonderful place for tourists to spend time. This market is a beautiful reflection of Antigua. You can get in touch with the locals, their incredible culture, and their fun way of life.
St. John's Cathedral is also known as St. John the Divine. The Cathedral Church of the Diocese of North Eastern Caribbean and Aruba is an Anglican church nestled on a hilltop in St. John's, Antigua and Barbuda. The cathedral, with its stunning twin towers, was constructed on a fossilized reef in 1845 and is currently in its third incarnation, as earthquakes in 1683 and 1745 ruined the old structures. The iron gates found on the south facade of the church are bound by pillars showcasing leading Biblical figures of St. John the Divine and St. John the Baptist.
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The Antigua cruise ship dock is your first stop when you're aboard a cruise ship on the Caribbean, and Antigua happens to be in the itinerary. The pier is located at Heritage and Redcliffe Quay, in the capital of St. John's. This modern 900-foot dock, which can accommodate up to four cruise ships a day touring the Caribbean, was built in 1988. Conveniently, it is situated just steps from duty-free shops, restaurants, boutiques, and services at Heritage and Redcliffe Quays. Shop, eat lunch, try some popular taxi tours around the island, or drive to one of the many beautiful Antigua beaches.
A holiday is best spent in Antigua simply lounging around while sipping a rum punch, and working on a tan while the warm trade winds keep you cool. There are a variety of guided tours in Antigua, including eco, sailing, motorboat, and land tours, as well as yacht charters for a day of sport fishing. Each excursion will provide a different experience. Spend a whole day snorkeling off a beach, sunbathing, sightseeing, relaxing, or doing whatever you like.
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For beach bums, Antigua is heaven on Earth. It has 365 beaches. You can visit one every day of the year. Antigua only measures 20 kilometers long and 17 kilometers wide. The island is brimming with rolling green hills, tall palm trees, and long stretches of sand.
What's your idea of lounging on the beach? Whether you plan to “people watch”, go snorkeling, enjoy windsurfing, or swim in the clear waters, it's all in Antigua. You will find that all beaches in Antigua and Barbuda are open to the public, but there are some hard-to-reach beaches. The desolate beaches are the most beautiful and tranquil ones you can find.
There are beautiful beaches like Half Moon Bay, Dickenson Bay, Galley Bay, and Valley Church. These are just the right places to enjoy sunbathing, water sports with the family, swimming, and snorkeling fun, but there is so much more to do.
Most popular beaches in Antigua and Barbuda
Jolly Beach is not the real name of the beach. Instead, the beach is located at Jolly Harbour, where the famous Hotel Jolly Beach stands.
Darkwood Beach is the most reachable and convenient. It's right along the road when you are traversing from Jolly Harbour to English Harbour.
Turners Beach is located just a few miles from Darkwood Beach. The beach is another tranquil white sand uninhabited beach just waiting for you.
Carlisle Bay is a tasteful and stylish property with a private beach and exquisite, sophisticated rooms. Some of the places them overlook the beach and the turquoise bay.
Winward Bay Beach is slightly more primitive and wilder. It's about a 10-minute walk from Pigeon Point.
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As some tourist brochures describe it, there are about 365 white sandy beaches in the heart of the Caribbean archipelago. Antigua, with the islands of Barbuda and the deserted Redonda, make the perfect backdrop to your dream beach vacation. It's lined with beautiful coastlines, brimming with bays, coves, and natural harbors.
Surrounded by turquoise waters, Antigua is a breathtaking Caribbean paradise. It sits in the middle of the Leeward Islands amidst the Eastern Caribbean, luring visitors into some real relaxation and exploration. The island has a very low-key vibe, making it a perfect honeymoon destination.
It will take a 90-minute ferry ride north of the island to reach Barbuda. It's unbelievably edged with eight-miles of pristine pink sand beaches. It gets its warm hue from the crushed corals in the sand. What else makes the island a perfect honeymoon location? Its warm temperature all year round. Antigua is undoubtedly a charming place waiting to be explored.
Feeling romantic and planning a getaway with a special someone? Antigua and Barbuda are the perfect places to start. There are a handful of incredible options for romancing in Antigua and Barbuda, and you will definitely be inspired.
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Water-lovers will have the time of their lives in Antigua. With its magnificent beaches, crystal clear waters, and tropical weather, there are surely lots of water-based activities to try. There's swimming with the stingrays if you are looking for adventure. You can relish a romantic sunset on a catamaran or a jet-ski. You can even spend a day traveling over to Barbuda or another offshore island. Like any other Caribbean destination, Antigua and Barbuda are great places to go snorkeling, deep-sea fishing, and scuba diving. Sea kayaking and stand-up paddle boarding are also trendy water sports in Antigua.
Things TO DO in Antigua
Antigua and Barbuda are exotic, making them ideal locations to charter a luxury yacht. Among all Caribbean islands, they have more anchorages and beaches. Let's just say they have a beach for every day of the year. Yup, 365 amazing beaches.
It's not surprising that Antigua is the forerunner when it comes to Caribbean destinations, and because of this, it features the most exclusive charter yachts. Even the islands nearby offer diverse activities for those cruising on ships.
Betty's Hope was the first and the most abundant sugar plantation on the island of Antigua. It stands as a reminder of the role that Antigua played in the British Colonial Era. It was a plantation that helped Britain generate considerable wealth in the Caribbean.
Established in 1674, it was named after the daughter of one of the former owners. The comprehensive visitor’s center and museum educate tourists on the daily lives of slaves on this plantation. It also offers a way to step back into the past and understand Antigua’s rich history.
Nelson's Dockyard, located in English Harbor, served the British Naval Fleet during the Napoleonic Wars (1803-1815). It also served as the headquarters for Admiral Horatio Lord Nelson from 1784-1787. The area is filled with shops, restaurants, cafes, shops, and even a museum where you can spend a fantastic day out in Antigua.
Shirley Heights is a great hike that you can take from the Dockyard. Shirley Heights is just under 500 feet above sea level, and the summit of this hike allows for views of Guadeloupe island and the active volcanic island of Montserrat, both located just to the south. It is also a prime spot for a great Sunday night party at the Shirley Heights Lookout Bar and Restaurant. For more nightlife fun head to Falmouth and English Harbors.
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The Caribs and Arawaks add hot and mild chilies, allspice, roucou, and West-Indian bay leaves to smoked meat. They were the ones who trained the newcomers to this technique, which eventually earned them the name, Buccaneers. Europeans added thyme, pepper, and mustard. They planted Asian spices like cassia, cloves, nutmeg, and ginger. Africans added broadleaf thyme, which is today known as West-Indian thyme. Imagine the sumptuous possibilities with all these ingredients and spices added into the dishes.
Experiencing a variety of Caribbean flavors is an excellent way to get acquainted with the history of the place. Through various culinary elements, every meal is a multicultural experience. It all works together to create delicious dishes that include features introduced by colonizers.
Do you love seafood? Then the cuisine in Antigua is perfect for you! Just like any island, the seafood is extensive. I am guessing you've tried lobsters, but I'm quite sure you haven't tasted fried red snapper, sunfish, or kingfish. You can try them all in Antigua. You must also try gambas prawns, lambi, and soudons clams. Interestingly, the preparation includes Creole traditions, using a lot of local spices and herbs. Some dishes even incorporate French features, but the combination of two different types of cuisine results in a dish that is distinct in taste.
It's not a trip without cocktails. Like its neighbors in the Carribean, Antigua produces excellent rum-based drinks. The most common of all the drinks are rum punch, but not far behind are the daiquiris. While the perfect match to the sandy white beaches and turquoise seas of the Caribbean islands is a refreshing piña colada or strawberry daiquiri, you can expect a lot more of happy hour here - and that's a tip coming from the locals themselves. It's a cultural experience tasting recipes that feature fresh local ingredients and sipping liquors that bring significant bits of history to mind. Each toast is a welcoming treat to the taste buds.
Drink like a local in Antigua. The island is a great destination to taste stellar spirits and brews! Most of them come from two local places, the Antigua Distillery Limited and Antigua Brewery Limited. At the Antigua's distillery, you can taste national rums like Cavalier and English Harbour, while the Brewery has Wadadli and Wadadli Gold.
Raising a toast with all these authentic Caribbean drinks, while indulging in exquisite cuisine is quite an adventure for the tastebuds! I'd love to help you plan your trip, so click on the link below when you're ready to start planning.