Antigua and Barbuda

Antigua and Barbuda-where life is a beach and beach is just the beginning! Whatever your interests Antigua and Barbuda have it all-tropical climate, mile-long white sandy beaches, hidden caves, good natural harbors, colorful reefs, lush rainforests, tranquil lagoons and a multitude of land and water related activities. If you are interested in exploring the island, there are many tour companies that can arrange everything for you and if it’s sun, sand and relaxation you desire, choose from a wide range of beaches and then be pampered in the nearby spas. Whether it is the first time you visit the island or the fifth, there is always something new to discover and experience.

Antigua and Barbuda are low-lying islands located in the eastern arc of the Leeward Islands of the Lesser Antilles between the Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea. With an area of 281 sq km, Antigua is the larger of the two main islands with the highest peak Boggy rising 402 meters. The flat coral island of Barbuda (160 sq km) is about 40km north of Antigua, famous for its excellent beaches. The nation also consists of the uninhabited islet of Redonda which is a nature reserve. The population is around 85,632 (July 2009 estimate). Most Antiguans are of African lineage speaking mainly in English. The climate in Antigua is warm and pleasant most of the year making it ideal for vacations year-round.