Antigua is a very relaxed place with beautiful beaches and is said to be one of the best yachting and sailing destination in the Caribbean.
Antigua
Horatio Nelson's fully restored dockyard makes for a great day out, as does the capital St John's with its lively market and duty-free shops. Or just lay back and let the world go by. Night life is quite low key, but some hotels provide evening entertainment for their guests.
Catering exclusively for adults, this secluded All Inclusive resort offers a nice retreat and is great for honeymooners and couples looking to enjoy lovely food and friendly service and their own beac...
Small, traditionally styled hotel set amongst the history and charm of Nelson's Dockyard. Ideal for those who like to explore the local area or who like to be close to the yachting life....
Situated on the white sandy beach of Dickenson Bay, the Antigua Village Hotel is spread over 4-acres offering comfortable individually owned self-catering studios and apartments....
The family-run Catamaran Hotel is situated on the beachfront in a quiet bay of Falmouth Harbour. Providing an intimate and friendly atmosphere this is a small hotel of just 14 rooms all with self-cate...
The Curtain Bluff Resort offers direct access to two sandy beaches, a range of excellent activities and first-class restaurants for the perfect relaxing Carribean retreat. ...
An intimate and exclusive beachfront hotel offering an elegant and relaxed atmosphere combined with rustic charm and a luxurious feel. Ideal for those looking for an upmarket hideaway....
A charming boutique resort offering luxury accommodations on the south-west coast of Antigua. This hotel is an adult-only, couples hotel, making it perfect for a romantic getaway.
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The Nonsuch Bay Resort is situated on the east coast of Antigua, set in forty acres of lush gardens and tropical vegetation, and with its own secluded beach. Featuring luxury accommodation with beach ...
With it's vast expanse of sandy beach, this adults-only hotel offers an idyllic island getaway, with a range of exciting facilities and entertainment. ...
The Sandals Grande Antigua Resort & Spa Hotel is an adult-only resort set on a stunning stretch of crisp white sands, overlooking the cool Caribbean Ocean. There are an extensive array of on-site faci...
There are 365 beaches and secluded coves surrounding the coast of Antigua, famous for their pink and white sands and clear calm waters. The abundance of colourful marine life, ship wrecks and coral reefs make the waters surrounding the island a snorkeling and diving hot spot.
Other popular water sports and activities include windsurfing, kayaking, sailing and deep sea fishing.
Things to Do
Nelson's Dockyard National Park, home to the historic English Harbour and restored Georgian dockyard, proves an ever popular tourist attraction. Here you can admire extensive views over the Bay from Shirley Heights, explore the remains of the fortifications and visit Clarence House.
Other popular attractions include the subterranean caves of Indian Town and Batty's Hope Sugar Plantation.
Go hiking and boating around the mangroves and zip-lining through the rainforests; sail around the coast and to nearby uninhabited islands and take a boat trip to the sister island of Barbuda.
Out and About
There are several shopping centres where you can find duty free goods and locally produced crafts. Browse the boutiques at Heritage Quay, the malls along the 'golden mile' at St Johns and stroll along the boardwalk to the shops and restaurants at Redcliffe Quay.
Nearby Attractions
Where ever you stay in Antigua you are in easy reach of the beaches, tourist activities and natural attractions in and around the other resorts as, the island is just 22km long by 17km wide.