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A fun-filled time is assured during a cruise holiday to Antigua, a magical island escape which boasts a beach for every day of the year, with more than 365 sandy expanses to choose from. Magical coral reefs, enchanting caves, fascinating historic landmarks and superb hospitality are among the delights awaiting. This beautiful getaway is one of the two major islands that constitute the Caribbean nation of Antigua and Barbuda. The island is steeped in history and culture, with key attractions including St John’s Anglican Cathedral, the magnificent 18th century Nelson’s Dockyard and the restored military lookout Shirley Heights. Antigua also boasts excellent up-market shops, superb gourmet restaurants and vibrant nightlife.
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Antigua is a dream come true for couples, families and groups of friends craving an exciting time in blissful surroundings. This is an enchanting Caribbean getaway where you’ll be wowed by more than 365 pristine beaches, glorious sunshine, swaying palms, crystal-clear-waters and mesmerising coral reefs. Fly through a rainforest jungle on a zipline, dare to climb the natural limestone arch at Devil’s Bridge or enjoy a lobster lunch on a relaxing coastal boat trip.
Attractions in Antigua include St John’s Anglican Cathedral, Shirley Heights, a partially-restored fortification offering stunning views of Guadeloupe and Monserrat and the 18th century national treasures Fort James and Nelson’s Dockyard, the world’s only Georgian dockyard. The island capital of St John’s is an awe-inspiring city and other great places to visit include Carlisle Bay, All Saints, Potter’s Village, Bolans and Liberta. There’s no shortage of delicious fare to tantalise your taste buds in Antigua, with everything from scrumptious local snacks in lively street food stalls to fine dining in gourmet restaurants.
You’ll also discover plenty of laid-back beachfront bars where couples can enjoy cocktails and watch mesmerising sunsets. The island is a duty-free shopper’s paradise with bustling markets, glitzy boutiques, high-end designer stores and jewellery shops. Antigua is also home to trendy nightclubs and live music venues to really get you in the party spirit.
Gastronomic delights await in Antigua with the chance to savour exquisite and authentic Caribbean dishes and fresh seafood. The island's cuisine takes its influences from many places including West Africa, India, China, Lebanon, Syria and Jamaica.
You'll discover a wide choice of seafood available in beach cafes and restaurants including red snapper, conch, mahi mahi, shrimp and lobster. A much-loved dish is Pepperpot, a delicious stew-like offering featuring meats, green leafy vegetables and seasonings, while roti is a scrumptious wrap filled with beef, chicken, seafood, pork or vegetable, which can be eaten as part of a main meal or as a snack. Ducana is grated sweet potato with coconut, sugar and spices which is steamed in a banana leaf and a Johnny cake is a type of doughnut often served for breakfast with salted codfish.
Popular Antiguan drinks include rum punch, Wadadli beer and freshly-squeezed juices including coconuts, guavas, mangoes and the Antiguan black pineapple which is regarded as the sweetest type of the fruit anywhere in the world.
Antigua's close proximity to the equator means temperatures on the island remain consistently warm all-year-round, with an average of around 31°C. The island has distinct wet and dry seasons and a great time to visit is from December to August when you are less likely to experience any tropical downpours. December to April is the island's high season - the driest and coolest time of year - when the average daily maximum temperature is approximately 28°C.
The wet season is from mid-June to mid-November when Antigua experiences evening thunderstorms and short bursts of heavy rainfall. That time of year is very sunny but it can still feel quite humid. Variation in temperatures throughout the year is fairly limited on the island, making it a great destination for water sports, swimming and exploring the main attractions.
Antigua is brimming with fabulous things to see and do, including sensational natural treasures and historic landmarks, thrilling water sports and boat excursions on the waves and enthralling attractions in the capital St Johns and the island’s charming towns. Must-see attractions in this paradise getaway include Nelson’s Dockyard National Park, St John’s Anglican Cathedral, Fort James, Sir Vivien Richards Stadium, Heritage Key, Museum of Antigua and Barbuda and Shirley Heights.
Antigua is also home to many amazing natural attractions including Devil’s Bridge National Park, Cades Reef, Pillars of Hercules, The Caves at Two Foot Bay, Prickly Pear Island, Dickenson Bay. Key attractions that ensure a feast of fun for families include a D-Boat, 140-foot refurbished oil tanker featuring diving platforms, inflatable water slides, Tarzan swings and much more. Young visitors to the island will also enjoy a trip to Antigua Donkey Sanctuary and feeding the stingrays on the open sandbank of Stingray City. Popular outdoor activities in Antigua include kayaking, diving, snorkelling, rainforest hiking, ziplining, horse riding, buggy safaris, kitesurfing and sunset sailing.
