Spectacular Antigua & Barbuda – The Beach Is Just the Beginning
Take a deep cleansing breath, chillax and imagine yourself in Antigua and Barbuda with this stunning look at the twin-island nation as you embark on an amazing journey to spectacular beaches, going beyond through lush tropical landscapes.
The tropical islands of Antigua and Barbuda are located in the Northern part of the Eastern Caribbean about a thousand miles to the east of Jamaica and half that distance from Trinidad on the coast of South America.
The area of Antigua is 108 square miles, while Barbuda is 62 square miles. The population of the former is approaching 80,000, but the latter is relatively unpopulated at 1,300. Days and nights are refreshingly cooled by the gentle trade winds.
Barbuda became separated from Antigua by about 28 miles, when the sea-levels of the world rose considerably at about 10,000 BC. Today parts of Barbuda are geologically flooded to form interesting lagoons. Here may be seen the largest breeding and nesting colony of the Magnificent Frigate Bird in the world. Barbuda supports a tremendous diversity of native habitats, as yet unthreatened by development. Reef-fringed Barbuda may be one of the best kept ecological secrets in the West Indies. Her rugged scenery, beautiful beaches, (one at least 12 miles long), lagoons and abundant wildlife may be a resource as valuable as its fisheries.
Ringed with coral reefs, Antigua is known for its many sandy beaches. Visit a different beach each day of the year and not repeat yourself.
This former British Colony is a popular tourist destination on Eastern Caribbean cruises. Tourists and celebrities alike flock to this sun-soaked Caribbean island to absorb its rich history, explore its many activities, tours and attractions where the Summer lasts all 365 days of the year.
Whether you want to take to the water, or spend time on the land there’s loads to do on Antigua.
There’s the Sea Scape glass-bottomed boat for a wonderful view of marine life; the recently renovated Dboat (an old oil rig!) with its bars and ‘grown-up’ waterslides; catamaran tours which include great opportunities for snorkelling; and there’s always the chance to learn to sail!
On land you can discover the rich history and heritage of Antigua with a visit to their UNESCO world heritage area which includes Betty’s Hope, Nelson’s Dockyard and Shirley Heights. A visit to the museum in Devils Bridge is also a must.
And you’ll find facilities for golf, tennis, mountain biking, hiking and even zip rides as well as jeep safari and off-road buggy trips through the inland tropical forest.
This island has become a culinary destination because of the wealth of seafood in its oceans, the quality rums in its glasses, and the joy in its people. The restaurants offer gourmet dining with both international and authentic Caribbean and Antiguan cuisine including delights such as locally caught seafood, salt fish and curried goat with coconut rice.
Cruise ships dock at Heritage Quay by downtown St. John's, Antigua's capital city. The largest and modern of two quays (wharfs) in St. John’s, Heritage Quay is a shopper's paradise, offering two floors of a wide array of duty and tax free merchandise for travellers looking to cash in on amazing value and savings from retail prices of the USA. Heritage Quay also offers visitors a breathtaking view of St. John's Harbor, which comes alive with local and steel pan music, when cruise ships are in port.
There is also a wide selection of sports bars and specialty restaurants around to grab a tropical drink after a day of shopping fun.
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