Come savour the many flavours of peaceful Antigua, the ‘beach with an island in the middle’. Immerse yourself in an exotic and amicable world at the geographical, cultural, social and spiritual heart of the Caribbean.
In 1784 Admiral Nelson, attracted by the warm, steady winds, the complex coastline of safe harbours, and the protective, nearly unbroken wall of coral reef., established Great Britain's most important Caribbean base. Little did he know that over 200 years later the same unique characteristics that attracted the Royal Navy would transform Antigua and Barbuda in to one of the Caribbean's most sought after destinations.
The Trade Winds that once blew British men-of-war safely into English Harbour now fuel one of the world's foremost maritime events, Sailing Week. The expansive, winding coastline that made Antigua difficult for outsiders to navigate is where today's travellers encounter a tremendous wealth of secluded, powdery soft beaches. The coral reefs, once the bane of marauding enemy ships, now attract snorkelers and scuba divers from all over the world. For those preferring ‘terra firma’, tennis, golf, squash, hiking and horse riding are among the many land based activities on offer.
The unspoilt, naturally charming resort island of Antigua is the largest of the Leeward Islands and retains an eminence amongst those more selective visitors. The traditions of superb cuisine, smiling faces and a wonderful variety of accommodation ensure a high number of repeat visitors.