About Antigua & Barbuda

Lying at 17 N & 61W, Antigua enjoys an unbelievably warm yet breezy climate from Dec – May with an increase in humidity for the months of June – November when there is the uncertainty of hurricanes – hence the low season price.

Within the chain of West Indian islands sparkling in an arc in the Caribbean Sea, Antigua had a British heritage until their independence in 1981.

Just to whet your appetite, there are reputed to be 365 beaches for every day of the year as well as dozens of small islands & coves. With an area of 108 sq. miles, there is a range of inland exploration to do as well including a rain forest & hiking to the highest point at 402m. Being just 9 miles east/west & 12 miles north/south, no part of the island is more than ½ hours drive away.

27 miles to the N lies Antigua’s low lying sister island of Barbuda reached by plane or catamaran. The islands are like chalk & cheese as Barbuda offers an 11 mile undeveloped beach, a frigate rookery for bird enthusiasts & the opportunity to dive for lobster or investigate one of the 200 shipwrecks.

As a world – renowned tourist area there are major international events in the English Harbour locality:-

• Late March – Mega-Yacht Regatta
• Mid-April   - Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta is where beautiful yachts of 40 years or older enter the races, and sail elegantly in the waters off Antigua the week before Sailing Week.  www.antiguaclassics.com   
• Early May –   Antigua Sailing week which is one of the top 5 sailing regattas in the world. More than 200 yachts descend on English Harbour to race and take part in the many parties and events. It’s a great time to visit the area. www.sailingweek.com
• Late May -    Antigua Sport Fishing Tournament www.antiguaandbarbudasportfishingtournament.com
• Early Dec – Antigua Charter Yacht Show the most important event of the year for yacht owners, brokers, agents, captains and crew. English Harbour becomes the show case for some of the most beautiful yachts worldwide getting ready to receive lucky vacationers setting sail for the Caribbean. www.antigua-charter-meeting.com
• Mid Dec –    Antigua Super Yacht Challenge

Elsewhere on Antigua are:

• Late July – early August  –Every year at the end of July into August the whole country heads for St. Johns to celebrate emancipation. A 10 day long party there are events to suit all ages and desires – from Steel pan and Calypso Shows to Soca Jump Ups and Last Lap. www.antiguacarnival.com