Life in Antigua Barbuda

Life in Antigua
LIFE IN ANTIGUA & BARBUDA 2015
Barbuda
2015
The Official Magazine of the Antigua Hotels & Tourist Association

Life in Antigua
Barbuda
contents
6 .......................................Letter of Welcome
10 ...................................General Information
12 ..................................................Antigua Map
12 ................................................Places to Visit
19 .................................................Things to Do
23 .......................................................Shopping
28 .......................................St. John’s City Map
34 ...........................................Nature’s Portrait
36 ..................Adventures By Air, Land & Sea
41 .........Fashion Designer Calvin Southwell
43 .....................................Fitness, Form & Fun
46 .............................................................Sailing
49 .............................................................Dining
56 ..................................................After Sunset
59 .....................................................Real Estate:
Your Own Life In Antigua
66 .....................Antigua, A Caribbean Home,
A Global Market
70 ...........Body Beautiful, Health & Wellness
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Cover photo by Jonathan Murphy
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73 ..........................................................Carnival
76 .......................................................Weddings
80 ................................................Antiguan Arts
85 ........................................Beautiful Barbuda
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Government of Antigua & Barbuda
Ministry of Tourism, Civil Aviation & Culture
Queen Elizabeth Highway, St. John’s, Antigua
Tel: (268) 462 0651/462 0787/463 9522/3
Fax: (268) 462 2836/462 6398
Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority
P.O. Box W351, ACB Financial Centre High Street, St. John’s
Phone: (268) 562 7600
Fax: (268) 562 7601
Email: info@aandbtourism.com
Hon. Asot Michael
Minister of Tourism,
Civil Aviation & Culture
Welcome to Antigua and Barbuda, a country of lush scenery, beautiful beaches and some of the friendliest
people you will ever meet. We invite you to experience the warmth and charm from the moment
you step into our new airport terminal until that final swim before leaving our sun-kissed shores. Everything
has been carefully planned for your comfort and pleasure which are all designed to create lasting
memories of your wonderful time in Antigua and Barbuda.
Antigua and Barbuda have been endowed with an abundance of natural beauty, fascinating history,
rich culture and friendly people. We are thrilled to welcome you to our beautiful twin islands where
you can enjoy a relaxing day on one of our 365 beaches or travel the island while discovering nature
and experiencing the serenity of our islands. ‘The beach is just the beginning,’ and with that we welcome
you to zip through the rainforest, kayak through South Coast Horizon mangrove or even visit one of
our many historical sites to include Shirley Heights and Betty’s Hope. Experience the Caribbean’s largest
sailing regatta during Antigua Sailing Week at Nelson’s Dockyard, the world’s best-preserved Georgian
Naval dockyard which is still in operation today.
Your visit would not be complete unless you take a trip over to our sister island Barbuda, known for
its 17 miles of unbroken pink sandy beach and some of the best seafood delicacies in the Caribbean.
Unwind and visit the largest bird sanctuary in the western hemisphere with over 5,000 frigate birds inhabiting
the Codrington Lagoon.
We welcome you with open hearts to the ‘Romance Capital of the world’ and recently named ‘The
Caribbean’s Leading Honeymoon destination.’ Our accommodation ranges from the ultra-exclusive to
all-inclusive. Whether a romantic resort or a charming escape to a villa or inn, we will help you create
that “home away from home” experience for unforgettable nuptials or honeymoon. We know that a
little taste of paradise may not suffice so if you wish to purchase your own home, go right ahead and
take advantage of the wide range of properties available.
Dining in Antigua and Barbuda will be a special experience. Sample the delicious cuisine, ranging
from the spiny Barbudan Lobster to a succulent snapper or a few slices of our naturally sweet Antigua
Black Pineapple. For a unique experience try some Antigua and Barbudan barbecue at a local roadside
food stall.
If your stay is around July-August, enjoy the ‘Greatest Summer Festival’ which is Antigua’s Carnival.
Be captivated by baubles, bangles and beads as we call it and stand in awe as you see a kaleidoscope of
colourful costumes parading through St. John’s city in a cultural celebration of our heritage.
You have heard it all, now it is time to experience true paradise, from our people, our culture, our cuisine
and beaches we invite you to experience one of the most charming and memorable Caribbean destinations.
Do enjoy your stay here with us in Antigua and Barbuda and we look forward to see you again very
soon when you return to our beautiful twin islands.
Sincerely
Colin C. James
Chief Executive
Officer
Antigua and Barbuda
Tourism Authority
Colin C. James
CEO, Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority
Antigua Hotels & Tourist Association
P.O. Box 454, Island House, Newgate Street, St. John’s, Antigua, West Indies
Telephone: (268) 462 3703/4928 Fax: (268) 462 3702 E-mail: ahta@candw.ag
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General Information
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CAPITAL
St. John’s
POPULATION
Approximately 85,000
CURRENCY
Eastern Caribbean dollar – exchanged at the rate of US$1
to approximately EC$2.70. Both are normally accepted by
stores, restaurants and hotels. You may receive change
in EC dollars. Major credit cards are accepted at most establishments.
BANKS & FINANCIAL SERVICES
Banks can be found in St. John’s, at some shopping centres
and at the airport. ATMs that accept Mastercard and
Visa can be found at most banks and elsewhere around
the island.
General Banking Hours:
Mon-Thurs: 8.00am-2.00pm
Fri: 8.00am-4.00pm – Some banks are open on Saturdays.
Electricity
Voltage is 110, however please check before plugging in
as 220 volts can sometimes be found.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
Emergencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 911 or 999
Fire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 462 0044
Mount St. John’s Medical Centre . . . . 462 0251
Ambulance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 911
Police Headquarters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 462 0125
Antigua & Barbuda
Search and Rescue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 562 1234
Office of Disaster Preparedness . . . . . 462 4207
FM RADIO STATIONS
89.1 BBC
89.7 CATHOLIC RADIO
90.5 ABS FM
91.1 OBSERVER RADIO
91.9 HITZ FM
93.9 CARIBBEAN SUPERSTATION
97.1 ZDK
100.1 SUN FM
104.3 NICE FM
107.5 CRUSADER RADIO
ANTIGUA AREA CODE PREFIX
When calling from outside Antigua & Barbuda please use
the prefix (268).
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Places to Visit
This 108 square mile island paradise, best known for its 365
beaches, has so much to see beyond the white sand and
sparkling water. If you have been for your daily swim and
had your beach nap why not rent a car or taxi and explore
an old fort, visit a village and learn from locals, or just gaze
out at a beautiful vista from a good vantage point.
ST. JOHN’S AREA
ARTS & CRAFTS MARKET (next to the fruit and
vegetable market and near to the West Bus Terminal) –
A delightful, colourful gathering of local artists actively
working in their small shops producing 100 percent
Antiguan products. Some items are actually made on
the spot for you to see – natural vegetable based soaps;
artwork done with fish scales and sea shells; leather
craft such as shoes, belts and bags, as well as straw hats
and items made of other natural fabrics. Open Monday
to Saturday.
CENOTAPH – Situated at the top of High Street, the
war memorial to Antiguans who died serving in World
War I was unveiled in 1919. Remembrance Day is
celebrated annually with a service for those who gave
their lives during World Wars I and II.
FORT JAMES – is named after King James II, who
reigned during the years the fort was being built. Work
started in 1706 at the entrance to St John’s Harbour. Most
of the buildings seen today date back to 1739. By 1773,
thirty-six guns were mounted in place with barracks for
about 75 men. In the 19th century, a gun was fired at
sunrise, sunset and to salute visiting warships.
GOVERNMENT HOUSE – is the office of the
Governor General of Antigua & Barbuda. Owing to its
continual alterations and additions, this house has an
unconventional architectural history. It originally
started out as two wooden buildings side-by-side.
Today, it possesses three fine interiors dating from
1800, with an imposing façade with a two-storey
colonnade. Restoration is ongoing and not yet reopened
to the general public.
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MUSEUM OF ANTIGUA & BARBUDA – This is
one of those ‘don’t miss’ attractions. Displays interpret
the story of the islands from their geological birth
through political independence to the present day.
Lively displays include ancient tools and artifacts, shells,
various flora and fauna and the island’s plantation, naval
and slavery history. The gift and souvenir shop includes
marvelous colour prints and etchings of 18th and 19th
century Antigua, local handmade pottery, handicrafts
and books. The Historical and Archaeological Society
and the Environmental Awareness Group are also
located on the premises. Admission – US$3.00 or
EC$8.00. Tel: 462 4930/1469.
PUBLIC MARKET – The market sits at the southern
end of Market Street and is a good place to sample
Antigua’s unusual fruit and vegetables. Especially lively
on Fridays and Saturdays when you can feel the
unchanged atmosphere of bygone days, with the loud
chatter of merchants plying their trade. Well worth an
early morning visit. At the entrance to the market is a
large, painted statue of Sir Vere Cornwall Bird, one of
our national heroes.
ST JOHN’S CATHEDRAL – is between Newgate
and Long Streets and was originally built of wood in
1681 as ordered by governor, Sir Christopher
Codrington. Destroyed by an earthquake in 1843, it was
rebuilt in freestone and three years later was reopened
and consecrated on 25th July, 1848 (having
been initially elevated to the status of a cathedral in
August 1842). The very majestic interior is completely
encased in pitch pine, which is intended to secure it
against hurricanes and earthquakes. Some interesting
memorial stones and many other objects of interest lie
Photo: Shelly Chadburn
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Photo: Jonathan Murphy
in this peaceful oasis, designed by architect J. Fuller of
Bath, England. Tall, bronze, white-painted figures of St.
John the Baptist and St. John the Divine stand atop the
pillars of the iron south gates. This imposing baroquestyle,
twin spired structure still dominates the capital’s
skyline.
ENGLISH HARBOUR AREA
DOW’S HILL INTERPRETATION CENTRE –
Set on the hill on your way to Shirley Heights, this
centre gives a wonderful historic summary of Antigua.
The presentation, ‘Reflections of the Sun’, is a colourful
journey through this island’s history. Well worth a visit.
FORT BERKELEY – is situated on the western
entrance to English Harbour on the narrow spit of land
behind the Copper and Lumber Store Hotel. Built in
three stages between 1704 (21 years before the
Dockyard was built) and 1745, it served as the most
critical defense to this landlocked harbour with 29
large cannons. A superb vantage point to view some of
the world’s most exotic and beautiful yachts under sail.
HIKING TRAILS IN THE NATIONAL PARK,
NELSON’S DOCKYARD – There are five walkable
trails each up to 1-1/2 miles long into the hills around
Nelson’s Dockyard. Set in the National Park, the trails
go through wooded valleys, across hill tops, past old
fortifications with stunning vistas that are seldom seen
by visitors and few Antiguans. To find these trails, start
at the entrance to the dockyard or the museum.
NELSON’S DOCKYARD – This is the only
surviving Georgian naval dockyard in the world. The
museum and several other restored buildings stand as
a memorial to Admiral Horatio Nelson and the Royal
Navy that used it for many years during the Caribbean
wars with the French, Spanish and Dutch in the 18th
and 19th centuries. This National Park houses
restaurants, art galleries, boutiques and gift shops. It is
also the home of leading yacht charter companies and
headquarters for the annual Antigua Sailing Week
Regatta. All buildings have been faithfully restored
with many fascinating facts and history detailed on
mounted showboards.
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Photo: Jonathan Murphy
ELSEWHERE ON THE ISLAND
BETTY’S HOPE – For more than 300 years, this
prominent sugar plantation, located on the eastern
side of the island, has played a leading role for, and
influenced the lives of, many generations of Antiguans.
Its unique twin mills sit amid gently rolling
countryside. Please visit their onsite interpretation
centre which displays excellent exhibits. Be sure to
sign the visitors’ book.
DEVIL’S BRIDGE – A national park since the 1950s
and site of archaeological excavations, it is situated at
the extreme eastern point of the island, just off the
road to Long Bay. Atlantic breakers culminate here with
dramatic swells, after a 3,000-mile fetch from Africa.
Over the centuries these spectacular breakers have
carved out a natural limestone arch called Devil’s
Bridge, creating blowholes where spouting surf
crashes through and up.
FIG TREE DRIVE – A very worthwhile and
picturesque drive through the lush vegetation of the
rain forest, featuring mango, guava, orange, coconut
and banana trees. Along the scenic southwest coast to
Old Road, Fig Tree Drive climbs up and down hillsides
and inland roughly to the centre of the island.
Travelling this way, you will pass near the village of
Swetes and come out opposite the pink Tyrells Church
and the main road to English Harbour. Fruit and
vegetable vendors sell their produce from stalls along
the way.
FORT BARRINGTON – The fort is located on the
promontory at the northern beach side of Deep Bay,
on an area called Goat Hill. This imposing signal station
reported ships’ movements to Rat Island via flag and
light signals. The ruins are of a fort that saw the most
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action in Antigua’s history. It was captured by the
French in 1666 and returned to England the following
year, when it was named after Admiral Barrington who
had captured St. Lucia from the French the year before.
The present fortifications were built in 1779, and from
this prominent hill excellent sightings of St. Kitts and
Nevis are possible against the backdrop of stunning
sunsets.
HARMONY HALL – Situated on the east coast of
the island, its six acres overlook gorgeous Nonsuch Bay.
The former Great House of Brown’s Bay Mill dates back
to 1843. This cultural haven houses a restaurant and
patio with a sugar mill and tower lookout. There is a
craft shop and art gallery with a collection of work by
top Caribbean artists and sculptors.
MEGALITHS, GREENCASTLE HILL – Located
about three miles due south of St John’s between the
villages of Jennings and Emmanuel. For the
adventuresome, a climb to the 565 foot-high rounded
grassy hilltop, the remains of an isolated volcano will
reveal many interesting megaliths and panoramic
views. These unusual geological formations, some say,
were scenes of religious ceremonies and phallic
worship. Others say the remains of the upright stone
circles suggest the hill was once an astronomical outlay
for the measurement of time. An Amerindian site exists
not far from Tomb Rock.
POTWORKS RESERVOIR AND DAMS – This is
reputed to be the largest expanse of freshwater in the
Eastern Caribbean; a mile long and half a mile wide,
covering 320 acres and holding one billion gallons of
water when full. This large lake, held by two dams, is a
welcome and surprising sight (when there are no
prolonged dry spells) as you drive in the direction of
Harmony Hall, Half Moon Bay or the Bethesda route to
English Harbour. There is also interesting bird-watching
around the western edge of the reservoir.
ST. GEORGE’S ANGLICAN CHURCH – This
colonial-era church dating back to 1687 sits on land
granted to Daniel Fitch. The area, known as Fitches
Creek, was remodelled in 1735 and given its present
name. There is a marble ledger of the first English
settler to be interred within a place of worship in
Antigua, which can still be seen. Its setting is
particularly lovely with views overlooking Fitches Creek
on one side and Parham Harbour on the other.
ST. PETER’S ANGLICAN CHURCH IN
PARHAM – The earliest British settlement in Antigua,
the centre of seaborne trade and the island’s first port
with a protected harbour, Parham Town exported the
refined products of some 20 sugar estates in its area. The
village is noted for its unique church, St. Peter’s, which
was once described as ‘the finest church in the British
West Indies.’ It was rebuilt in the 1840s after the original
wooden church, built in 1711, had been burnt down and
its replacement of 1754 dismantled. Although the exterior
is in need of restoration, the interior is beautifully
proportioned with an octagonal shape and fascinating
rib-like wooden ceiling. Designed by Thomas Weekes,
the famous British architect of the mid-1800s, the very
neat keystone work and excellent smoothness in the wall
joints was the work of the Antiguan master mason.
WALLINGS FOREST AND RESERVOIR – One
of the finest mixed evergreen deciduous forest walks,
reached by a nature trail from John Hughes Village.
After about half a mile along the path, the awesome
wide-stepped spillway of the dam appears almost as if it
were a spectacular folly. A magnificent example of
Victorian industrial architecture and workmanship, it is
an extraordinary sight in such surroundings, with its
rounded capping and small round tower. Started in
1890 and finished three years later, this incredible
overflow system was designed to hold 13 million
gallons of water. This was a great feat over 100 years
ago, considering the tunnels for the water pipe were
dug through solid rock at least 50-60 feet underground
– as yet an unexplained marvel. In 1945, a small
additional dam was finished, creating the Fig Tree
reservoir. Together these two dams cover 268 acres.
DONKEY
SANCTUARY
Antigua’s Donkey Sanctuary, operated by the Antigua &
Barbuda Humane Society, is located just outside the
village of Bethesda. Get up close and personal with
these wonderful creatures.
The donkeys love to receive visitors and are happy
to pose for photographs. Ask about our “Adopt an
Antiguan Donkey” programme. Admission is free.
Open Monday to Saturday 10.00am-4.00pm. Visit:
www.antigua animals.com or call us at Tel: 461-4957 for
more information.
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Calendar of Events
There is something
happening on the island
year-round, from local
festivals and activities to
major sporting events. Look
out for posters, flyers and in
the local news media for
important diary dates. Note
that some holidays and
festivals may affect the
working hours of
government offices, banks,
shops and stores. The main
events are listed below:
Photo: Jonathan Murphyt
JANUARY
1ST NEW YEAR’S DAY
Public Holiday
ROUND THE ISLAND RACE
Antigua Yacht Club, Tel: 460 1799
FIELD TRIP – Environmental
Awareness Group, Tel: 462 6236
SAILBOAT RACING
Jolly Harbour every Saturday of the
year, meeting at 1.30pm latest
Tommy Paterson
Tel: 464 3424
FEBRUARY
Black History Month
WADADLI DAY
Cultural Division
Tel: 720 2431/722 8881
FIELD TRIP – Environmental
Awareness Group, Tel: 462 6236
ROYAL OCEAN RACING
CLUB OFFSHORE RACE
CIRCUMNAVIGATING THE
CARIBBEAN ISLANDS
Antigua Yacht Club
Tel: 460 1799
JOLLY HARBOUR
VALENTINE’S REGATTA
Jolly Harbour Yacht Club. A two-day
event consisting of four yacht
classes and seven short races
Tommy Paterson, Tel: 464 3424
DISAPPEARING CULTURAL
TRADITIONS
Museum of Antigua & Barbuda
Tel: 462 4930
ANTIGUA OPEN GOLF
TOURNAMENT
Cedar Valley Golf Club, Tel: 462 0161
MARCH
INTERNATIONAL LASER
OPEN — Antigua Yacht Club
Tel: 460 1799
FIELD TRIP – Environmental
Awareness Group, Tel: 462 6236
APRIL
14TH SHARK BAIT SWIM
Jumby Bay to Shell Beach
Tel: 764 0430
3RD GOOD FRIDAY
Public Holiday
5TH EASTER MONDAY
Public Holiday
KITE FESTIVAL, Various venues,
Tel: 560 5693 or 774 4879
ANNUAL MODEL BOAT
RACE COMPETITION
The Catamaran Club, Falmouth. An
unusual opportunity to see these
perfectly scaled-down marine
works of art compete and be
proudly shown by their owners,
boat builders and skippers.
Tel: 562 6304
ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT
REGATTA — One of the world’s
foremost classic yacht regattas,
events include the Parade of
Classics, Tall Ships race, Heritage
Day & Gig-racing, Tel: 460 1799
GUADELOUPE TO
ANTIGUA RACE
Antigua Yacht Club, Tel: 460 1799
48TH ANNUAL ANTIGUA
SAILING WEEK REGATTA
The world’s finest sailing craft meet
for this famed week of competitive
racing and beach parties, Tel: 462 8872
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Photo: Randy Thomas
EARTH DAY CELEBRATION
Environmental Awareness Group,
Tel: 462 6236
MAY
BLIND AWARENESS
MONTH — The main fund-raising
period for The Antigua and Barbuda
Society for the Blind. Various
activities help to raise local and visitor
awareness of the blind or visually
impaired, Tel: 462 0663
4TH LABOUR DAY
Public Holiday
ANGLICAN FOOD FAIR
The Deanery Grounds, St. John’s. A
variety of stalls and stands with a
feast of Antiguan, Barbudan and
Caribbean fare, Tel: 462 0820
ANNUAL ANTIGUA TENNIS
WEEK — Curtain Bluff Hotel. Join
international tennis professionals
for a stimulating combination of
world-class tennis and instructional
clinics, Tel: 462 8400
49TH ANTIGUA & BARBUDA
SPORTS FISHING
TOURNAMENT — Phillip Shoul,
President, Tel: 460 7400
GREEN ISLAND WEEKEND
(FULL MOON)
Antigua Yacht Club, Tel: 460 1799
FIELD TRIP — Environmental
Awareness Group, Tel: 462 6236
RED CROSS DAY
Tel: 462 0800
CARIBANA — Carnival ‘jump-up’
in Barbuda, Tel: 562 7066
JUNE
25TH WHIT MONDAY
Public Holiday
FIELD TRIP – Environmental
Awareness Group, Tel: 462 6236
JULY
TURTLE WATCH – Environmental
Awareness Group, Tel: 462 6236
ANTIGUA CARNIVAL
CELEBRATIONS — End of July
to the beginning of August. A week
of non-stop feting, music and dance
culminating in a spectacular
costume parade,
Tel: 720 2431/722 8881
3RD CARIBBEAN PREMIER
LEAGUE CRICKET — West
Indies 20/20 Domestic Tournament
with Antigua and five other regional
teams at the Sir Vivian Richards
Stadium, Tel 481 2469
AUGUST
2ND CARIBBEAN PREMIER
LEAGUE CRICKET – West
Indies 20/20 Domestic Tournament
with Antigua and five other regional
teams at the Sir Vivian Richards
Stadium, Tel 481 2469
3RD & 4TH CARNIVAL
Public Holidays
TURTLE WATCH – Environmental
Awareness Group, Tel: 462 6236
SEAFOOD FIESTA
Urlings, Tel: 462 1259
SEPTEMBER
2015 POLICE WEEK – Royal Antigua
and Barbuda Police Force,
Tel: 462 0125
TURTLE WATCH – Environmental
Awareness Group, Tel: 462 6236
FRANKIE NUNES
MEMORIAL FISHING
TOURNAMENT
Philip Shoul, Tel: 460 7400
OCTOBER
WORLD HOSPICE DAY –
“Wet Your Foot and Come”
fund-raising dinner
St. John’s Hospice, Tel: 562 8221
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OCTOBER (continued)
TURTLE WATCH
Environmental Awareness Group,
Tel: 462 6236
PRE–INDEPENDENCE
CELEBRATIONS
Commencing with a thanksgiving
service, various programmes and
events up to the 31st – the National
Dress Day, Food Fair and Exhibition.
Cultural Division,
Tel: 720 2431/722 8881
TINMAN TRIATHLON
An annual half-iron distance
triathlon, Tel: 720 6492
SPRING GARDENS
MORAVIAN
INDEPENDENCE FOOD
FAIR – Tel: 461 0656
ROTARY CLUB OF
ANTIGUA SUNDOWN
FUNDRAISING GOLF
TOURNAMENT
Cedar Valley Golf Club, Tel: 462 0161
NOVEMBER
1ST ANTIGUA & BARBUDA’S
34TH ANNIVERSARY OF
INDEPENDENCE – Public Holiday
celebrated on the 2ND
CURTAIN BLUFF HOTEL
TENNIS CHALLENGE
An event of world-class tennis,
Tel: 462 8400
FIELD TRIP
Environmental Awareness Group
Tel: 462 6236
MOODS OF PAN
An exciting showcase by steelband
orchestras and musicians
Tel: 462 5644, Ext. 31
JOLLY HARBOUR ANNUAL
REGATTA
Jolly Harbour Yacht Club. Four
races, different categories, primarily
for local yachts and a great spectator
event. Tommy Paterson,
Tel: 464 3424
ANTIGUA & BARBUDA
INDEPENDENCE GOLF
TOURNAMENT
Cedar Valley Golf Club, Tel: 462 0161
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DECEMBER
9TH NATIONAL
HEROES’ DAY
Public Holiday
54TH ANTIGUA CHARTER
YACHT SHOW
The world’s oldest charter yacht
show where boats from the world
over converge on English and Falmouth
Harbours. From sloops and
cutters to schooners and catamarans
plus luxurious motor yachts
Tel: 460 1059
CHRISTMAS HAMPER
TOURNAMENT
Cedar Valley Golf Club, Tel: 462 0161
CHRISTMAS
MASQUERADES PARTY
Museum of Antigua & Barbuda
Tel: 462 4930
FIELD TRIP – Environmental
Awareness Group, Tel: 462 6236
25TH CHRISTMAS DAY
Public Holiday
25TH CHAMPAGNE PARTY
IN NELSON’S DOCKYARD
Something completely different
and fun – an annual tradition in
which many visitors and locals
gather from noon onwards for partying
to live bands, quaffing reasonably
priced bottles of champagne.
Proceeds go to the Hourglass Foundation
charity which funds projects
for those in need
Tel: 462 4601
26TH BOXING DAY
Public Holiday
HIGH TIDE SERIES
Antigua Yacht Club, Tel: 460 1799
WORLD AIDS DAY
The Aids Secretariat has a week of
activities, Tel: 460 6209
Nelson’s Pursuit Race – Antigua
Yacht Club, Tel: 460 1799
NOTE: All information is correct at
time of going to press, but may be
subject to change.
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Shopping
Shopping in Antigua is a
uniquely Caribbean experience.
St. John’s is the shopping
Mecca with two dutyfree
shopping areas,
ven dor’s malls and markets
with local handiwork and
stores carrying clothing, accessories
and household
items.
Just outside the city, on
Friar’s Hill Road, you will find
a bustling strip of malls with
unique and exciting shops,
restaurants and businesses.
There are also shopping
opportunities in English and
Falmouth Harbours as well
as Jolly Harbour.
Most hotels have small
boutiques where you can
buy jewellery, beachwear
and something special to
take home. If you need to do
any last minute shopping,
the V.C. Bird International
Airport’s duty free shops
carry alcohol, perfume, jewellery,
unusual gift items and
local CDs to help you remember
your magical time
in Antigua.
No Antiguan holiday is
complete without having
returned with a bottle of
locally aged Antiguan rum or
some of our local fiery and
spicy pepper sauce.
ST. JOHN’S
BAJEZ SOAP GIFTS &
SOUVENIRS
Arts & Craft Market, Tel: 723 9719
An array of local handmade soaps,
available in different shapes and
fragrances. Cheryl is always happy
to explain soap making and to
arrange a beautiful gift basket.
There are also other Antiguan made
gifts and souvenirs.
BEST OF BOOKS
Lower St. Mary’s Street, Tel: 562 3198
The Best of Books is Antigua’s most
comprehensive bookshop offering
a wide variety of Caribbean and international
best sellers, old
favourites, newspapers and magazines.
FLO’S PERFUME +
Lower Long Street, Tel: 562 5618
A wide selection of perfume and
other cosmetics to suit everyone.
Excellent gift ideas at reasonable
prices.
ISLAND PHOTO
Redcliffe Street, Tel: 462 1567
Village Walk, Tel: 562 7404
One-hour photo processing including
a digital lab for enlargements;
film; photo albums; frames and
framing with custom matting and
photographic accessories. Top quality
work by Allan Aflak, an established
and experienced local
photographer is available for all occasions.
THE MAP SHOP
Redcliffe Street, Tel: 462 3993
This quaint and charming shop sells
old and new map prints, sea charts,
postcards, stationery supplies, educational
books and a fascinating selection
of work by West Indian
writers and poets.
MUSEUM GIFT SHOP
Long Street, Tel: 462 4930
You can find locally made pottery,
national dress dolls, miniature
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Antiguan estate rums, Warri boards, books on local topics,
old prints, maps, postcards and museum related
historical items – profits go towards the upkeep and
restoration of the museum.
PARIS SHOES
Market and Nevis Street, Tel: 462 0107
Retailer of Timberland shoes and boots as well as other
well-known brand name footwear.
SHOUL’S TOYS, GIFTS AND HOUSEWARES
Newgate Street, Tel: 462 4357
One of Antigua’s biggest department stores stocking
toys, beach gear, kitchenware, home and garden supplies,
cards, books and wrapping paper.
THE SOURCE CLOTHING COMPANY
Lower Redcliffe Street, Tel: 562 1212
Offering a large selection of ladies and gentlemen’s designer
apparel, accessories and shoes. Cool and comfortable
shopping with excellent customer service.
WORKSHOP FOR THE BLIND
All Saints Road (by the market),
Tel: 462 0663
This non-profit organisation welcomes visitors to
browse and talk with those who expertly weave fine
displays of craftwork such as baskets of all shapes and
sizes, straw hats, placemats and
mops.
HERITAGE QUAY
Overlooking St. John’s Harbour,
this duty free shopping
area offers virtually
everything you desire from
fine cigars and spirits to fragrances,
artwork, leather
goods, china, crystal and designer
labels including
watches and elegant jewellery.
The complex also houses a hotel, restaurants,
a world-class casino, and numerous
bars. Heritage Quay comes alive when cruise
ships are docked at the finger piers of the
harbour. Enjoy steelband and other local entertainment
while you browse through some
of the best duty-free shops in the Caribbean.
Remember to show proof of your status as
a traveller (airline ticket and some form of
identification) to enjoy the best duty free
prices.
ABBOTT’S JEWELLERY & PERFUMERY
Tel: 462-3107/8
Abbott’s is the authorized retailer for Rolex and carry
Swiss-made timepieces by Omega, Breitling, Tag Heuer,
Gucci, Raymond Weil, Tissot, Longines, Carl F.
Bucherer, 88 Rue Du Rhone, Rado and Frederique Constant.
We also carry Seiko & Timex.
We offer exquisite jewellery collections by David Yurman,
John Hardy, Roberto Coin, Tacori, Marco Bicego,
Le Vian, Chimento, Oliva, Rebecca & Chamilia as well as
coloured Gems, Diamonds and Pearls.
In their adjoining Fragrance Boutique they have the
latest selection of Fragrances and Gift sets for the
whole family. If you are looking for Gift ideas for any
occasion, there is a wide choice of Cross & Parker Pens,
Lladro figurines, Crystal and Jewellery by Swarovski as
well as pieces by Kosta Boda, Orrefors and Nachtmann.
This Antiguan family owned and operated business
selects the finest merchandise available worldwide and
offers excellent and knowledgeable customer service at
all times. Visit Abbott’s for luxury at its best!
ALL IN THE BAG
Tel: 562 7080
The name says it all. Antigua’s largest selection of name
brand handbags, luggage and travel accessories. Great
duty free prices.
AQUASPORTS
Tel: 462 3474
The #1 location in Antigua for all your
sports fishing and snorkeling gear, as
well as beach supplies and apparel. We
carry aquatic footwear and clothing,
beach umbrellas and chairs, inflatables
for kids & adults, and much more all at
duty free prices.
ATHLETE’S FOOT
Tel: 462 9772
A comprehensive selection of brand name athletic
footwear, accessories and clothing for all sports including
basketball, golf, cricket, football, ballet and the gym.
BAOBAB COMPANY
TEL: 562 8305
Baobab Company is a T-Shirt and Ready To Wear
Brand born in the Indian Ocean in 1995. We represent
a collection of casual, stylized and highly
graphic impressions conveying the soul and culture
of the islands. Much emphasis is placed on ethnic
patterns and textures which are always creatively presented.
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BEACH STUFF
Tel: 462 3610
‘Live the life’ with Beach Stuff – a
bright bustling store stocked with
everything you need for the beach.
There is also a great selection of
Antigua logo t-shirts and polos.
BENETTON
Tel: 462 3273
Provider of the finest in Italian
sportswear and colourful and stylish
casual wear for all ages, sizes
and seasons. Excellent values for
your shopping in St. John’s.
BIJOUX TERNER
Tel: 562 7659
Luxury at US$10.00. Choose from
an array of fashion jewellery, silk
scarves, purses, watches and other
handy travel and fashion accessories.
All at one affordable price.
CAMERA PLUS
Tel: 462 3619
A comprehensive centre for all your
camera and video equipment
needs. Also available are memory
cards for digital cameras and a wide
variety of other electronics.
CARIBBEAN GEMS
Tel: 462 3670
A large selection of gold and fine
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jewellery, loose diamonds, tennis
bracelets and name brand watches.
CATTLEYA CLOTHING
BOUTIQUE
Tel: 462 8191
Style at it’s best! If you are looking
for glamorous, trendy, stylish
and sophisticated resort wear,
Cattleya Boutique offers a wide
selection of day, dinner and
dressy attire. We will dress you
for every occasion with quality
brands by CP Shades, Flax, Analili,
Eva Varro and Comfy. Be modern
and well dressed. Excellent, experienced
customer service.
COLOMBIAN EMERALDS
INTERNATIONAL
Tel: 462 3462
Boasting a breathtaking selection of
exquisite emeralds, fine jewellery
and brand-name watches, Colombian
Emeralds International has established
an enviable reputation for
quality, integrity, service and value.
GINGERLILY
Tel: 462 3168
This wonderful Pandora’s box of a
boutique is an absolute must to visit.
Offering fashionable resortwear for
the stylish woman with flattering
wrap dresses, capris, silk tops, maxi
dresses and a variety of linen outfits.
LAND
Tel: 462 0746
Since 1969 Land has been providing
the world with quality leather
goods and this has been no exception
for the past 30 years in Antigua.
Come in and see our extensive assortment
of accessories.
LIPSTICK
Tel: 562 1130/1133
Lipstick carries the widest selection
of luxury fragrances, skin care and
cosmetics on the island. Expert staff
will infuse your senses with lines
from Chanel, Christian Dior, Calvin
Klein, Givenchy, Yves St. Laurent,
Estee Lauder and many more.
THE LIQUOR SHOP
Tel: 462 2606
In this state of the art liquor shop,
you will find a wide range of beers,
wines and liquors. Cigarettes, cigars
and tobacco are also available at excellent
duty free prices.
A LITTLE BIT OF PARADISE
Tel: 562 3881
A treasure-trove of wonderful local
gift items to take home with you as a
memento of your vacation in Antigua.
There are recipe books, pottery,
mini-bottles of seasonings and
alcohol – you name it, they’ve got it!
LONGCHAMP
Tel: 562 5301
Longchamp continues in the tradition
and exclusivity that has been
Longchamp Paris since 1948, carrying
the softest and most durable
leather handbags, both classic and
collection pieces, as well as luggage
and accessories.
MIMOSA
Tel: 462 2923
Established in 1994, Mimosa offers a
wonderful assortment of Caribbean
craft in ceramic, glass, straw, wood
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NEW GATES
Tel: 562 1627
Shop in air-conditioned comfort for
an extensive selection of international
brand name clothing for men
and women at duty-free prices.
QUIN FARARA’S
LIQUOR STORE
Tel: 462 3198
Wine, spirit and tobacco merchants
with a comprehensive choice of
duty-free champagnes, spirits, wines
and local rums; Cuban, Jamaican,
Dominican Republic and other cigars
as well as internationally known tobaccos
at extremely attractive prices.
SHADES
Tel: 562 5662
Designer sunglasses at great duty
free prices. Shop in spacious comfort
with the best selection of sunglasses
that Antigua has to offer.
STERLINGS
Tel: 562 5662
A jewellery store with a difference.
Silver, gold, steel and costume jewellery
from different designers
make our collections the most varied
you will find.
SUNSEAKERS
Tel: 462 4523
Sunseakers is brimming with vibrant
swimwear, beachwear and accessories
for men, women and children.
THE BODY SHOP
Tel: 462 4779
This eclectic outlet carries world famous
lines of eco-friendly cosmetics,
skin-care products and accessories.
THE MUSIC SHOP
Tel: 460 6858
A wide variety of International and
Caribbean music, as well as DVDs and
electronic accessories and games.
TROPIC WEAR
Tel: 462 6251
Excellent duty free prices for men
and women’s Levi’s and Dockers
clothing. Shop where quality never
goes out of style.
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HISTORIC
REDCLIFFE QUAY
Located at the bottom of
Redcliffe Street, Historic
Redcliffe Quay is a quasi-
19th century shopping area
nestled alongside the cruise
ship pier. There is a wonderful
Gallic feel to the atmosphere
within this courtyard.
Outdoor patio restaurants
and bars, surrounded by exquisite
landscaping, allow
you to sit back and enjoy a
drink while absorbing the
majestic charm of this area.
You will find a variety of
clothing and accessories,
artistic souvenirs, unique
gifts, spices, ethnic jewellery
and unusual local handicraft.
Later, why not take a stroll
along the quay where yet another
bargain may await you.
DESHAUN
Tel: 460 5680
Inside this eclectic boutique, local
fashion designer, Adalia Joseph, displays
her ‘one of a kind’ evening
gowns along with a collection of
feminine flirty silk dresses and casual
linens.
THE GOLDSMITTY
Tel: 462 4601
Jewellery is handmade and designed
by the owner, Hans Smit. Hans studied
at the Academy of Modern Art in
Holland and has been in Antigua
since 1965. Black Opal, Imperial
Topaz, Tanzanite, Namibian blue
green Tourmaline and other exotic
gemstones are set in exquisite creations
of 14 and 18 karat gold, argentium
silver and accentuated with a
sprinkle of diamonds. Goldsmitty’s
“Caribbean Corner” offers indigenous,
authentic Caribbean mementos
- rare pink Conch pearls, Larimar
and Amber and their new discovery
- Antiguanite (Petrified Coral - 30
million years old).
INIZIO CLOTHING STORE
Tel: 562 1381
Inizio is best known for its wide selection
of trendy and fashionable clothing,
bags, shoes, jewellery and
makeup to complete your style and
taste.
ISIS
Tel: 462 4602
Isis offers exotic ranges of Egyptian
clothing, artifacts, silver jewellery
and small furniture items. They carry
exquisite bone and ebony chess sets
inlaid with mother-of-pearl.
ISLAND CREATIONS
Tel: 562 4160
Casual and colourful Caribbean creations
for guys and girls can be found
at this delightful shop with an array of
accessories to dress it up or down.
There is also a large assortment of
small items to take home as mementos
of your vacation in Antigua.
NOREEN PHILLIPS
COUTURIERE
Tel: 462 3127
Noreen Phillips is an internationallyacclaimed
fashion designer, specializing
in fabulous evening wear,
semi-formal and easy casuals for
women, as well as an assortment of
fashion jewellery, cocktail purses,
hair accessories, and a selection of
linen and cotton shirts for men. Free
alterations while you wait.
THE POTTERY SHOP
Tel: 462 5503
The Pottery Shop has Caribbean inspired
designs by Sarah Fuller,
handcrafted using local clay. This
quaint shop has the widest selection
of colourful pottery – a charming
blend of art and nature.
RASTAPASTA
Tel: 562 1754 or 460 6303
Rastapasta specializes in Afro,
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Caribbean and Latin American crafts, handmade
beaded items and multi-coloured clothes and accessories.
Also located in Heritage Quay.
SILVER CHELLES
Tel: 789 2662
This exquisite new jewellery boutique specializes in
seashells set in sterling silver. Each piece of jewellery is
handcrafted and unique. You will also find elegant
seashell adorned evening bags, small gifts and specimen
shells. Capturing the beauty of the beach and sea,
Silver Chelles is a boutique not to be missed.
ZEITGEIST
Tel: 562 2259
Our exclusive Italian linen selection brings on the summer
breezes, with fashionable styles in bold, vibrant
colours.
ZEMI ART GALLERY
Tel: 562 7662
Zemi Arts & Craft carries a collection of indigenous and
local art and unique craft items. Zemi boasts a collection
ranging from unprecedented originals, limited editions
and reproductions.
EXOTIC ANTIGUA
(On the Waterfront)
Tel: 562 1288
This shop offers the finest selection of Caribbean
ladies’ and men’s clothing and accessories. All at unbeatable
prices!
ELSEWHERE ON THE ISLAND
FRIAR’S HILL ROAD
Spend an afternoon exploring this expanding
area just outside of town which comprises
many favourite, well known stores as
well as a host of new and exciting places.
Listed geographically leaving St. John’s.
WOODS SHOPPING CENTRE
You will find extensive parking and all the necessities
you require for holiday, home, business and personal
health. There is also a free shuttle bus available to and
from St. John’s. The main stores and services include
banks, a shoe shop and clothing boutique, medical lab,
doctors’ offices, pharmacy, cellular phone company and
post office.
VILLAGE WALK COMMERCIAL CENTRE
This mall offers a variety of stores including stationery,
upmarket home-furnishings, photography and photographic
supplies, cafe, liquor, pizzeria, hardware, educational,
clothing boutique and banking facilities.
EPICUREAN FINE FOOD AND PHARMACY
Tel: 481 5400
Just a little further up Friar’s Hill Road is the Epicurean
mega food emporium, offering one stop shopping with
a wide range of household goods and an extensive
pharmacy. You can also find international gourmet
products from France, Italy, India, and Japan to name a
few, as well as boasting the freshest fruit and vegetables
in the Caribbean. Open seven days a week.
AEROPOST
Tel: 562 8038
Shop on line and have Aeropost do everything else for
you, including delivery to their door for pick up.
GAZEBO
Behind Jasmine Court, Tel: 460 2776
Just off the road is a veritable emporium of ‘tropical
ethnic’ furniture and home accessories. Exotic and unusual
gift items including hand blown glassware, cushions
and clay pots. Don’t forget to check out East/West
Antiques upstairs.
ROYAL PALM PLACE
This mall offers a variety of shops as well as a gourmet
restaurant, dentist, stationers, American Airlines ticket
office, optometrist, a fashionable clothing stores, a
beauty salon and Digicel Cellular Company.
ENGLISH & FALMOUTH HARBOUR AREAS
Enjoy a day browsing through historic Nelson’s
Dockyard and the marina at Falmouth
Harbour where you are sure to find that perfect
sundress, book, or necessity for your
stay!
CRAB HOLE LIQUORS
Cobbs Cross, Tel: 460 1212
Nelson’s Dockyard,Tel: 462 9082
The best liquor this end of the island, stocking a vast
range of wines from all over the world and an extensive
variety of spirits, sodas, juices, plus cigars, cigarettes
and ice.
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GALLEY BOUTIQUE
Nelson’s Dockyard, Tel: 460 1525
The pink bougainvillea adorned doorway leads you to
displays packed with internationally known labels,
swim, beach, resort as well as day and evening wear.
LORD JIM’S LOCKER
Tel: 460 1147
Located at Antigua Yacht Club Marina, this bookshop has
a wide range of novels, coffee table books, guidebooks,
charts and nautical flags, as well as Goldsmitty’s jewellery.
PORTOBELLO BOUTIQUE
Falmouth Harbour, Tel: 460 5851
An eclectic collection of vintage jewellery and original
clothing designs from Italy, concentrating on natural
fabrics (linens, cottons and silks).
SHIRLEY HEIGHTS LOOKOUT GIFT SHOP
Tel: 728 0636
Situated at this perennial sightseeing and favourite partying
spot, this sweet little shop is packed with perfect
holiday items and souvenirs, unusual t-shirts, handicrafts,
ceramics, paintings, books and postcards.
SUNSEAKERS
Falmouth Harbour, Tel: 562 6523
This unisex boutique specializes in swimwear and all the
accessories for sailing or going to the beach. Browse
through the colourful selection they have to offer.
ZENERGY BOUTIQUE
Dockyard Drive, Tel: 728 7552
This lovely bric-a-brac shop offers a wide variety of
colourful, natural clothing and accessory items to delight
everyone. ‘Nice things...Good energy’.
EPICUREAN FINE FOODS
Tel: 481 5480
A branch of the larger version on Friar’s Hill Road.
PINEAPPLE RENT A CAR
Tel: 771 9422/728 9422
QUIN FARARA’S LIQUOR STORE
Tel: 462 6245
Wine, spirit and tobacco merchants. A varied selection
of fine wines from France and Italy, and a good choice
of spirits, liqueurs and tobacco.
SYSCO PHARMACY
Tel: 462 5917
TAINO’S ART GALLERY AND GIFT SHOP
Tel: 773 3544
Arts and crafts by West Indian artists in the vivid colours
and style of the Caribbean.
THINGS ANTIGUAN
Tel: 562 3522
A unique little shop offering many local items.
V.C. BIRD INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
About to depart and looking for the lastminute
perfect gift, the newly renovated V.C.
Bird International Airport has an excellent
selection of shops to fit your every need.
JOLLY HARBOUR
This picturesque waterfront complex overlooks
the gardens, boardwalk and marina of
Jolly Harbour. The shopping centre has a variety
of boutiques, shops, supermarket,
pharmacy, banking facilities, restaurants,
bars and a gym.
ANTIGUA & BARBUDA INVESTMENT BANK
(ABIB)
Tel: 480 2840
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yellow-beaked young offspring awaits the latest
morsels of food.
There would be a variety of other types of birds to
view, such as Brown Pelicans perched on a nearby
dock with their long downward-pointing beak attached
to the most gracefully curved ‘S’ of their neck; West Indian
Whistling Ducks with their plumage in harmonious
shades of browns coupled with black and white;
and even Yellow Warblers, egg yolk bright to add sunshine
to any portrait. Then, brightly or darkly coloured
lizards mainly of Anolis and Ameiva species, respectively,
would dart around in trees and on the ground,
the latter being joined by soldier crabs moving at a
much more leisurely pace.
On some of Antigua’s offshore islands, one of the
greatest treats would be a sighting of what was formerly
dubbed the ‘rarest snake in the world’. This endemic
and critically endangered Antiguan Racer exists
on only 4 of the over 30 offshore islands and cays on
the north-eastern side of Antigua. Thanks to persistent
conservation efforts by the Environmental Awareness
Group with local and international partners (the Offshore
Islands Conservation Programme), the popula-
Nature’s
Portrait
By Karron James Scholl
Yes, you’ve known Antigua to be all about beautiful,
white sand beaches. But did you know that
there’s more Much more If you are the type
of nature-phile who loves the beach but who prefers
some variety in your vacation, there’s a way to have
your cake and eat it too: Antigua’s offshore islands!
Picture a deserted (undeveloped) island with small
white sand beaches. Then paint in some variety on this
ecosystem, a portrait, where part of the island is
forested with tall and short canopy trees with walking
trails winding their way through flora. Some of the
trees and shrubs display brightly coloured flowers in
sunshine yellows, warm purples, reds and whites. One
plant to pay particular attention to is Antigua and Barbuda’s
national flower, the Dagger Log (Agave karatto),
also known as the Century Plant.
Of course, there must be animal wildlife to add to
your portrait, gliding in the overhead scenery: a Redbilled
Tropic bird with its mostly white plumage with
speckles and streaks of black, gracefully long wisp of a
tail and bright orange-red beak. In your portrait, it
would land directly on the ground in front of you as it
returns to its nest, under a large rock nearby, where its
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tion of this gentle, harmless creature has risen 20-fold
in the past 20 years.
Let’s not forget our beloved ocean. Much on Antigua’s
north eastern coastline is part of The North East
Marine Management Area, a marine protected area.
Using smaller vessels from ‘Paddles’ (Antigua Destination
Planners) or Antigua Nature Tours, both located in
Seaton’s Village, you can get within VIP distance of the
red mangroves that border much of this coastline.
These mangroves trap silt racing from inland after a
rainfall, helping to keep the water clear, and provide
shelter and a breeding ground for many marine
species. Gently peer over the edge of your boat or
kayak and you will see various species of small fish, sea
cucumbers, sea grasses and much more of life’s simpler
wonders.
Whether you dive in or just snorkel on the surface,
brain, staghorn and other types of coral are revealed
on reefs that provide nooks and crevices out of which
will no doubt peep other species of marine life. Sedentary
marine feather duster worms gently sway their
pink-purple appendages from their nook on the reef in
the hope of coaxing small food particles in the water
towards their ‘mouth’.
Turn around and you may see a leatherback, green,
or hawksbill turtle swimming past. Leatherbacks may
be snacking on moon jellyfish as they lazily drift by, the
purple-rimmed, four-leaf clover shape on the transparent
back of the jellyfish briefly allowing appreciation of
their beauty rather than their sting. The green turtles
mow the lawn of seagrasses
and algae, this
diet helping to keep the
growth of these plantlike
species from smothering
the reef.
Omnivorous hawksbills
also play their part
in the food web, crunching
on sea urchins and
consuming nearby algae.
Oh, and did I mention
the beaches Did I
briefly mention their
white sand Crystal,
clear turquoise waters
Buttonwood and other
trees on the sandbar
provide a cool shade
from the day’s sun. The
occasional lizard darts
by under these trees while hummingbirds seek nectar
from any visible flower.
Antigua’s offshore islands represent nature at its
near best. Great Bird, Little Bird, Rabbit, Green, Lobster,
Guiana, and Pelican are among the more or less
imaginative names that have been bestowed on these
islands. A tour on one of many boat excursions available
would offer a stop to relax on one of the islands’
beaches or to snorkel on a nearby reef or to swim with
gentle sting rays. As the boat gently cruises by some islands,
as quietly as possible, Brown Noddy or Brown
Pelican hatchlings carefully peek their downy white
heads above the edge of their nests to see what all the
fuss is about.
All of these islands are uninhabited but under
threat of development. Sadly, many types of development
and natural beauty don’t usually go hand-inhand.
As much as we try to arrange the marriage,
divorce is often imminent. The Environmental Awareness
Group, a non-governmental not-for-profit organization,
has been working tirelessly for the last 25 years
towards the conservation of natural spaces and wildlife
in this twin-island nation. Visit www.eagantigua.org or
www.Facebook.com/EnvironmentalAwarenessGroup to
learn more about its many projects and programmes
and how you can get involved in everything from birdwatching
to sea turtle nesting tours and more.
We hope you appreciate the beauty of Antigua’s
offshore islands and tell a friend about this amazing
portrait that you not only saw, but also experienced.
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Photo: Laura Hall
Adventures by Air,
Land & Sea
As you would expect, Antigua has land and water activities of every description – in the water,
under the water or participating in a sport skimming along the surface. Our numerous
legendary beaches make the sea easily accessible to you. Likewise, our lush tropical rain
forest and spectacular scenery await you. Whether your intention is to pursue familiar activities
or experience a new type of adventure, Antigua offers a tempting selection. Activities are also
available through hotels and, in some cases, to non-guests for a fee, as a half or full day package.
There are also a number of private facilities offering attractive tours to suit everyone.
ADVENTURE TOURS
ANTIGUA RAINFOREST ZIPLINE TOUR
Tel: 562 6363
This unique eco-tour through Antigua’s lush rainforest,
high above the trees, is an unforgettable 21-element
journey. The zip lines offer uncompromised safety.
There are suspension bridges connected to typical
challenge elements that do not require physical
strength, giving a wonderful opportunity to have a
bird’s eye view of flora and numerous bird species in
the rainforest. A bar/café, gift shop and viewing platform
overlook the zipline tour.
CARIBBEAN HELICOPTERS
Tel: 460 5900
Combine the exhilaration of a helicopter flight with the
tropical scenery of the Caribbean while on a pilot narrated
tour with Caribbean Helicopters. Choose from a
20 or 30 minute island tour - each boasting dramatic
views of Antigua’s historic sites, azure waters and pristine
beaches. Or opt for a 50 minute tour to the
Montserrat volcano and the surrounding areas no
longer inhabited. A once in a lifetime experience.
Carib-World Travel
Tel: 480 2990
Carib-World Travel has more than 40 years experience
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in the travel industry. We are dedicated to providing
Destination Management Services focused on
the Incentive Travel Market. We also offer Signature
Tours on island and in the neighbouring islands
of Montserrat and Dominica. At Carib-World
Travel, we take pride in putting you in touch with
unique Caribbean experiences.
FAMOUS FOR A DAY PHOTO TOUR
Tel: 726 3148
Discover Antigua’s unspoiled beauty with Ted, one
of Antigua’s top photographers, who will take you
to places to capture Antigua in all its splendour.
FREE STYLE ATV TOURS
Tel: 726 3572
Enjoy this adventurous guided off-road tour on our
all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), where you travel from
the north east of Antigua on old cane roads, passing
through estates and rural farm lands, arriving at
Guinea Bush Hill. There are wonderful views overlooking
the harbours of the south coast with neighbouring
islands on the horizon. You can also have a
tour customized to suit your own special needs.
TROPICAL ADVENTURES
Tel: 480 1225
The Island Safari Eco-Adventure tour offers you a
half-day in our 4x4 jeeps exploring the island. The
other half-day is spent kayaking in lush mangroves
and snorkelling at Bird Island. Have a leisurely sail
onboard our catamaran, Mystic, or on the highspeed
power catamaran, Excellence, taking you
around the island or to Barbuda.
WATERSPORTS AND DAY CHARTERS
DEEP SEA/SPORT FISHING
There is a wide choice of deep-sea fishing options
with experienced crew and full safety equipment. A
day’s sports fishing is one of the island’s greatest attractions.
Fine catches can be made of tuna, wahoo,
kingfish and dorado, with our relatively constant
water temperatures giving almost year-round fishing
opportunities.
MISSA FERDIE
Tel: 721 2358
This fine 38-foot Phoenix Sports Fisherman has twin
435hp diesel engines, extensive safety equipment
and a prize-winning crew who are available for full
and half-day charters. Open bar. A maximum of six people
per charter.
OVERDRAFT/H2O
Tel: 725 6169/720 4954
Overdraft is a fully equipped 40-foot fibreglass fishing
boat, available for picnic charters, deep sea fishing and
any other pleasure cruise you may desire. H2O is a 26-foot
fishing boat, great for bone, tarpon and snook fishing.
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VITAMIN-B
Tel: 464 4665
Vitamin-B is coast guard approved
and licenced for fishing. Services
include half-day, three-quarter-day
and all day trips. Strictly billfish
charters are done on request.
Guests are reminded to bring along
sunglasses and sun block.
DIVING
Antigua and Barbuda are
blessed with an abundance
of reefs that offer endless
underwater exploration for
divers. There are many different
dive sites with coral
canyons, wall drops, sea
caves and wrecks, home to
all manner of exotic marine
creatures and tropical fish.
As well as professional diving
instruction, most dive
shops offer day and night
dives.
DOCKYARD DIVERS
English Harbour
Tel: 729 3040
JOLLY DIVE
Jolly Harbour
Tel: 462 8305
SOUL IMMERSIONS
English Harbour
Tel: 562-7199
ADVENTURE ANTIGUA
Tel: 726 6355
This Extreme Circumnav is an adventure
on a 45 foot off-shore racer
taking you to various exciting marine
and historic destinations. Sail
on a classic traditional 40 foot Carriacou
sloop or take the Eco-Tour for
an inside look at the hidden offshore
islands of the North Sound
on a 52 foot power catamaran.
ANTIGUA OCEAN
ADVENTURES
Tel: 464 7576/561 1835
Escape on an ocean adventure
around Antigua for a day on Coconut
Kiss or Sunsplash. Antigua
Ocean Adventures offers full day,
half day or hourly rates on one of
our motor cruisers – all fully licensed,
insured and skipper driven.
BARBUDA EXPRESS FERRY
SERVICE AND DAY TOURS
Tel: 560 7989
Visit Barbuda, Antigua’s sister isle,
one of the few unspoiled islands
left in the Caribbean. Spend the day
on pristine white and pink sand
beaches and view the largest frigate
bird colony outside the Galapagos.
Visit the majestic caves at Two Foot
Bay. Enjoy an al fresco lunch on one
of the many pink-sand beaches,
take time for a swim — all this can
happen on this day trip.
CREOLE CRUISES
Tel: 784 9654
Step aboard and experience the
most memorable day of your vacation.
Enjoy mouthwatering freshly
grilled lobster served on a secluded
island. Discover Antigua’s magical
underwater world while
snorkelling. Our custom built 40
foot speedboat is ideal for your enjoyment
and comfort.
DRAGON BOAT SAILING
Harmony Hall Yacht Club,
Tel: 460 4120
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This yacht club now has its own Dragon Fleet. All eight
Dragons can be chartered for regattas or rented for
pleasure racing.
KITESURF ANTIGUA
Jabberwock Beach, Tel: 720 5483
Learn to fly with Antigua’s No. 1 kitesurfing team.
Kitesurf Antigua offers a variety of courses with certified
instructors to suite every stage of learning to master
this skill. Rentals are provided for experienced
surfers only. Lessons should be booked in advance to
avoid disappointment.
ONDECK
Falmouth Harbour, Tel: 562 6696
Offering private charters on sailing boats. Trips can be
from a few hours, taking in relaxing snorkelling and
Caribbean sunsets, to a few days of sailing around Antigua
and Barbuda.
PADDLES
Tel: 463 1944
This half-day event takes place on Antigua’s beautiful east
coast, combining mangrove kayaking, fast power boating,
live reef snorkelling and a gentle nature hike on an uninhabited
island and beaches. Paddle with top-notch guides
exploring the North Sound Marine Park.
SNEAKY PETE’S
Dickenson Bay, Tel: 462 3355
A complete watersports facility, established in 1980. Situated
between Sandals and Halcyon by Rex Resorts, activities
include waterskiing, jet skis, kayaks, snorkelling,
sunfish sailing and hobie cat rentals. Relax at our beach
bar and grill while enjoying a beautiful sunset.
SOUTH COAST HORIZON
Tel: 562 4074
South Coast Horizon is an eco-friendly place to spend
the day. Take a breathtaking eco fantasy tour in our exotic
palm tree garden, kayak through the peaceful mangroves
and snorkel around Cades Reef. You can also just relax
and sunbathe on our secluded white sand beach.
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STINGRAY CITY
Seatons, Tel: 562 7297
A short boat ride on calm water
will take you to Stingray City.
Here you will be able to interact
and feed Southern stingrays in
their natural environment. You
will learn all about these amazing
animals from your experienced
guide. Snorkel on coral reefs
with colourful fish life. The calm,
clear, shallow water makes this
easy and fun for everybody.
TREASURE ISLAND
CRUISES
Five Islands,
Tel: 461 8675
Our Cades Reef cruise offers excellent
snork elling, cultural entertainment
and live steelband
music, with a beach barbeque
buffet. Our circumnavigation
takes you to see Antigua’s hidden
treasures and the Bird Island
cruise is an eco-tour offering
calm and tranquility in a picturesque
setting.
WADADLI CATS
Tel: 462 4792
Imagine sailing off to a deserted
tropical island; feel the sun on
your skin and the wind in your
hair as you sail through the
Caribbean Sea ... snork elling in
crystal clear water before enjoying
a Caribbean style buffet with
new found friends. Wadadli Cats
has a cruise to suit everyone’s
sailing dream with a fleet of five
spacious catamarans, offering
many different cruises. You are
conveniently picked up and
dropped off right on the beach
nearest your hotel with memories
you will never forget.
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Designer Calvin S.
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Son of the soil Calvin Southwell, recognized as one
of the Caribbean’s top fashion designers and by
far one of Antiguans most prized brothers, celebrates
this year his 25th anniversary as a designer.
An alumni of the Fashion Institute of Technology
(FIT/CUNY) in New York, Calvin majored in fashion design.
He is perceived as one of the Caribbean’s hottest
fashionistas whose clientele includes local, regional and
international celebrities and socialites.
Calvin’s designs have graced catwalks and runways in
the top fashion’s capitals of the world from New York,
London, Paris, Toronto and Miami. Calvin also
participates in the annual Caribbean
fashion’s weeks of Jamaica, Trinidad
and Tobago and Barbados and continues
to be distinguished for his
uncanny ability to combine contrasting
prints and fabrics to create
masterpieces.
As an avid mas player since the
age of nine, Calvin understood the
intricacies of the Mas World where
some carnival costume builders
were unfortunately not always committed
to produce good work and
promote its cultural essence but focused
mainly on the commercial aspect,
money-making, and
profits yielded, to the
detriment of good cultural
art form. Such
awareness has triggered
his flair for
creativity which
forced him to embark
on his latest
and boldest project
in 2011 namely
“Beautiful People
Mas”. This elegant
Carnival band,
Calvin’s brainchild
creation is reputed for its
high fashion catwalk ready
costumes which preserved,
maintained and accentuated
Carnival art form to the highest
standard.
The captivating costumes
created by him
caught the avid eyes of
Producer/Director D.
Channsin Berry and
Director of Photography / Producer Lawrence Dennis
who were visiting Antigua for Carnival. The vibrant
colourful creation which did not go unnoticed,
prompted the duo to embark on a Documentary film entitled
“Calvin S. of Antigua.” The life and designs of the
famous island designer are highlighted in this documentary.
Amongst the numerous fashion awards he has received
over the years, as best designer and designer of
the year, Calvin was awarded the Grand Order of Merit
(GOM) by his Excellency, the Governor Sir James B.
Carlisle, as a recognition for his works in
the promotion of arts in 2003. This year
2014 he was named Grand Marshall
for the annual summer festival,
Antigua’s Carnival.
Today, Calvin’s successful
achievements continue to be
well sought after, on both
the regional and international
scenes: next year in
2015 he will be one of
the Caribbean designers
showcasing
their designs
at the Pan
A m e r i c a n
Games in
Toronto!
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Fitness, Form & Fun
Photo: Randy Thomas
There are various sports available in Antigua
for both participants and spectators, as well
as excellent gyms. Activities on land can be
fun – competitive or relaxing – with as much
or as little action as you wish.
CYCLING
Cycling is an excellent way to explore the island
and its less accessible regions. You can
even participate in organised road races or
casual fun-rides. Contact the Antigua and
Barbuda Cycling Association at 725 8011 for
further details.
BIKE PLUS
St. John’s, Tel: 462 2453/6050
Mountain bike rentals. Open six days a week.
PARADISE BOAT SALES
Jolly Harbour, Tel: 460 7125
Rent mountain bikes by the day, week or longer. Boat
rentals are also available, which include luxury power
yacht charters. Open six days a week.
EXERCISE & FITNESS
There are many first-class gyms in Antigua –
weight training and workout enthusiasts
needn’t worry – you will be able to keep
yourself as toned and fit as you wish whilst
on holiday. Some hotels have gym facilities
and there are also a number of local fitness
and yoga centres.
ANTIGUA ATHLETIC CLUB
24 Pavillion Drive, Tel: 460 2582
The island’s premier fitness facility with 3,800 sq. ft of
maple wood floor classrooms featuring extensive cardiovascular
equipment. It boasts a 25 metre competitive
swimming pool , a discreet open air massage
room, 100 lockers and 3 private showers. Come enjoy
this world class facility for the entire day at a very reasonable
price.
NATIONAL FITNESS CENTRE
Campsite, St. John’s, Tel: 462 3681
Step, spin, zumba and aerobic classes daily at this fully
equipped gym. Visitors are welcome and trainers are
readily available. Open six days a week.
XTREME HEALTH & FITNESS
Friar’s Hill Development/Marble Hill Road, Tel: 562 7482
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Xtreme is a cutting edge facility where health and fitness
is at the forefront. It offers a variety of classes
for levels of fitness, from high energy spinning and
boot camps to restorative yoga and pilates. Whether
you want to work up a sweat in the studio or sauna,
Xtreme has something for you.
GOLF
Antigua has golf courses to challenge the increasing
number of golfers who don’t want to leave their clubs at
home. Golf, after all, is best enjoyed under sunny skies
in balmy climates. Should you wish for an easier day, golf
carts are also available.
CEDAR VALLEY GOLF CLUB
Cedar Valley, Tel: 462 0161
Cedar Valley Golf Club is an exciting and challenging
18-hole championship course with elevated tees and
greens of varying levels to test your skills. The fully
stocked pro shop has rental clubs and carts. The clubhouse
features showers, an excellent restaurant and
bar offering 19th hole libations! Open from 8.00am,
seven days a week.
JOLLY HARBOUR GOLF CLUB
Set inside the Jolly Harbour residential community and
full-service marina, the Jolly Harbour Golf Course boasts
an 18-hole championship golf course designed by the
internationally recognized golf architect Karl Litton,
whose courses are mainstays to professional (PGA)
European, Senior PGA, and Ladies PGA events. Open
daily, the golf club’s amenities include a clubhouse, pro
shop, snack bar, showers and locker rooms.
HIKING, RUNNING,
JOGGING & WALKING
Many of the most frequented tracks and
trails lead to the different hilltops and
fortifications which are well worth
exploring. The Environmental Awareness
Group (EAG) (Tel: 462 6236) frequently
arranges interesting hiking trips. On early
mornings and late afternoons you may wish
to join the local runners, joggers and
walkers as they follow their chosen routes –
a very popular and safe place is around the
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Sir Vivian Richards stadium. Our roads can
be narrow and hilly so take care to keep well
to the edge of the road and face oncoming
traffic. Alternatively, for something more
organised and enormous fun, contact the
Antigua Hash House Harriers, (Tel: 461 0686).
Not necessarily for the super-fit, there are
fascinating parts of Antigua to discover on
foot.
FOOTSTEPS HIKING
Fig Tree Drive, Tel: 460 1234/773 2345
Discover the hidden secrets of our rainforest. Dassa,
your knowledgeable guide, will lead you to Signal Hill
where you can enjoy a breathtaking 360 degree view of
the island. Tours take approximately 2 hours. Custom
tours to Rendezvous Bay also available.
HORSE RIDING
A very popular four-legged recreation!
Some hotels have local horses and operators
outside their gates for gentle beach
saunters, but we also cater to those who
wish for a professional, more organised ride.
SPRING HILL RIDING CLUB
Falmouth, Tel:773 3139
Home of the Antigua Barbuda Horse Society (ABHS),
this superb Caribbean horse riding centre is set amidst
gorgeous countryside and near the sea. Horse riding
lessons are offered by a professionally trained instructor.
There are trail rides through the scenic countryside
with treks to the beach where you can swim with your
horse in the warm Caribbean sea.
TENNIS & SQUASH
Most tennis courts, many floodlit, are part of
hotel amenities and are reserved for guests.
If your hotel doesn’t have courts, a call to another
hotel should result in a reservation.
Most hotels have a weekly guest tournament
and clinics, and many have their own
tennis professional for instruction. Antigua
also has first-rate, glass-backed squash
courts.
HALYCON COVE BY REX RESORT
Dickenson Bay, Tel: 462 0256
This resort has four tennis courts available for rent.
Equipment can also be rented from the hotel and balls
are provided. Enjoy a good game of tennis while being
cooled by the fresh breezes of the Caribbean Sea. Tennis
lessons also available.
JOLLY HARBOUR SPORTS CENTRE
Jolly Harbour, Tel: 462 7771 ext 630
Boasting four tennis courts, (two artificial and two
hard) along with one squash court, the sports centre is
open 7 days a week from 8.00 am to 6.00 pm (last booking
taken at 5.00 pm). Resident tennis pro, Earl Grant, is
available to coach all ages and standards. Private and
group sessions are offered. Equipment is also available
for rent.
TEMO SPORTS
Falmouth Harbour, Tel: 463 6376
Located adjacent to the Antigua Yacht Club in Falmouth,
Temo offers tennis on floodlit synthetic grass courts and
two excellent glass-backed squash courts. Equipment can
be rented or bought from the sports shop. There are facilities
to show international sporting events via satellite TV.
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Photos: Ted Martin
Photo: Ted Martin
Antigua has for many years
been synonymous with
Caribbean sailing in the
same way as skiing is to the Alps.
This is why Antigua has gained the
moniker “yachting capital of the
Caribbean”. Antigua has been the
home port to yachts since the late
forties, beginning with the Nicholson
family. The Nicholson’s arrived
aboard the schoon er Molly -
hawk, making their home amongst
the ruins of Nelson’s Dockyard and
thus the Caribbean yacht charter in-
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Sailing
dustry was born. Those must have
been halcyon days with iconic West
Indian sights, sounds and smells,
wooden schooners and their West
Indian crews sharing the love they
felt for their enchanted islands. The
crews prepared culinary delights
from locally sourced ingredients as
the sound of a calypso melds with
the taste of the freshly grilled fish to
become a sensation that is indistinguishable
from the warmth of the
setting sun. Since those days, sailing
in Antigua has evolved to meet the
ever changing and exacting needs of
our residents and visitors. There now
exists a plethora of sailing activities
to be enjoyed by the young and the
old, the able and less able. There are
short, hedonistic rum fuelled cruises
and there are gruelling 4 day tests of
stamina for the masochists amongst
us! Whatever your experience (or
lack thereof), your purse or your
goal, you are sure to find a waterborne
adventure to suit.
For those who would like nothing
more than to sip a rum cocktail
and feel the silky Caribbean trade
winds caress their relaxed body as
they take in the view from the land -
there are options aplenty to enjoy a
day or even just a couple of hours
sailing as the sun slips below the
horizon with the charter boats located
at many hotels and ports.
We are led to believe these days,
the leisure visitor no longer exists
and activities need to be less relaxing
and more goal orientated, (a trend
that won’t last I’m sure!). Activities
abound for action oriented junkies
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who may like to head to one of the many sailing schools,
learn to sail, even become qualified and enjoy our reliable
weather, waters and winds to boot. Ondeck Antigua
offers a multitude of options to get out on the water
from certificated courses to crewing positions at regattas.
The National Sailing Academy caters to one and all.
Really, from local school children to visitor, the National
Sailing Academy offers tasters for newcomers, advanced
RYA certificate courses, and operate a sail-ability program
for less abled sailors on specially modified boats!
Many hotels too have fairly advanced sailing capabilities.
A couple of yacht clubs welcome visitors too. They include
the Antigua Yacht Club in Falmouth/English Harbour
and the Jolly Harbour Yacht Club. Both host
regattas and hold regular yacht races during the season
and have active dingy fleets that cater to anyone from
about 8 years old and up.
When it comes to international sailing regattas, Antigua
once again leads the way, well known for three of
the worlds finest regattas, Antigua Sailing Week is the
largest and oldest of the three. Antigua Sailing Week is
held at the end of April each year; it boasts a full week
of sailing and socialising that attracts sailors from around
the globe to compete in categories from beginner to
professional. The younger and more sedate, Antigua
Classic Yacht Regatta, has a very congenial atmosphere
that is not unlike a live performance by a jazz quintet.
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta attracts a diverse cross section
of followers, all with one thing in common - a passion
for classic yachts that include large/small,
original/retro and do it yourself /money no object classic
yachts! It really is a passion, which is evident in the love
and attention given to these stunning yachts and sailing
work boats. Places are often available to crew during one
of the four or five hour races that take place over four
days at the end of April each year, or take in the fleet as
they parade for shore based spectators in English Harbour.
One of the liveliest classes in Classic Yacht Regatta
is reserved for locally built work boats. Colourful West
Indian sloops and schooners, originally built to fish or
carry cargo, which are increasingly being built as yachts,
as they are being (re)discovered to be very functional for
these waters and loads of fun to sail. This year we are
looking forward to the premiere of a film by local filmmaker
Alexis And rews. Vanishing Sail by Indian Creek
Films will have an official screening at the Classic Regatta.
Four years in the making, the docu men tary tells
the story of trading by sail in the West Indies, and follows
a family of the last boat builders in Carriacou as they create
a 42’ traditional wooden sailboat on the beach and
struggle to launch in time to compete in the international
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta.
By far the youngest and most energetic of the three
regattas is the Caribbean RORC 600. Nothing short of a
gruelling 600 mile ocean race that takes days to complete.
Beginning in Antigua, the course has some of the
world’s most competitive ocean racing yachts and their
crews tested to the max as they navigate around several
neighbouring islands before returning to Antigua. This
popular race can be tracked online through the website,
which enables a close sense of connection with the
boats whilst they are on the course. When it comes to
sailing, Antigua has so many options you’re bound to
find something to engage you, whether you’re visiting
Antigua for a well earned relaxing break or if sailing is
your life’s passion.
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Dining
Dining out in Antigua offers a
melting pot of options. From
mouth watering West Indian
dishes, international and exotic
cuisines to impeccably fresh
seafood – there’s something to
please every palate. Most places
accept credit cards, however, it is
wise to check beforehand.
Dinner reservations are recommended,
especially in season.
The following is a selected list of
some of the island’s best restaurants.
ST. JOHN’S AREA
BIG BANANA
Historic Redcliffe Quay, Tel: 480 6985/6967
This casual dining restaurant is a popular Antiguan institution
and has been serving some of the best pizzas for
more than 30 years. With its wide menu selection, affordable
prices and indoor/outdoor dining, Big Banana is
sure to satisfy everyone in your party.
CAFÉ BELLA
Village Walk, Tel: 462 3552
Enjoy freshly brewed cappuccino, latte and espresso as
well as a wide variety of herbal and regular teas. Try our
‘all day’ breakfast. Delicious pastries baked in house,
with daily specials including soup, salads and sandwiches
– all fresh, fresh, fresh! There are also smoothies,
iced coffee and cold drinks. Open 8.00am-4.30pm Mon-
Fri and Sat 8.30am-4.00pm.
CAFÉ NAPOLEON
Historic Redcliffe Quay, Tel: 562 1820
This lovely little restaurant provides exciting cuisine for
breakfast and lunch. Exotic salads, fresh seafood, an Antiguan
Plate of the Day and homemade desserts are just
a few of the offerings. Relax and enjoy a cappuccino,
espresso or our famous Napoleon cocktail on our trendy
outdoor patio.
C&C WINE HOUSE
Redcliffe Quay 460 7025
If the South African wines are the reason you visited,
then the food is definitely a reason to return! Try our
pastas, burgers, ‘Coconut Scrimps,’ Cutie’s Chicken
wings and much more ... open 9 a.m. to 11 p.m., closed
on Sunday and Monday night.
HARBOUR VIEW BAR AND CAFE
Tel: 462-2972
From its elevated vantage point on the waterfront of St.
John’s, this delightful bar and café offers cool sea
breezes while sampling a selection of fresh exotic salads
and a wide range of sandwiches and paninis. A must are
the homemade rum cake, Exotic Antiguan banana split
and unique Antiguan rum drinks. Open for breakfast
and lunch.
HEAVENLY JAVA 2GO
Historic Redcliffe Quay, Tel: 562-7184
Heavenly Java 2Go is the home of Java Roast 2Go, Antigua’s
newest coffee, roasted and blended locally. Relax
and enjoy a cup of freshly-brewed cappuccino, espresso
or latte, made from one of our signature blends, or pick
up a bag of ground or whole beans at supermarkets and
specialty stores. Join us on Thursday nights for our popular
Jazz on the Quay, starting at 8:30pm.
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HEMINGWAY’S CARIBBEAN
CAFÉ & RESTAURANT
St. Mary’s Street, Tel: 462 2763
Located upstairs an historic wooden West Indian house
built around 1829. Hemingways is open for breakfast,
lunch and dinner. Snacks and tropical drinks are served
on the verandah overlooking bustling St. Mary’s Street
and duty-free Heritage Quay. Enjoy salads, sandwiches,
fresh seafood, island dishes and delicious desserts. Or
try the best creole cuisine in the evening in a romantic
West Indian setting. Closed on Sundays.
KFC
Upper High Street, Tel: 481 1543
Fort Road, Tel: 481 1535 (WiFi)
Old Parham Road, Tel: 481 1527
KFC’s most distinguishing characteristic is the delicious,
satisfying, one of a kind taste of its chicken. Whether you
choose original or spicy, a zinger or fish burger, no one
does it better than KFC. Its famous secret recipe for ‘so
good’ food satisfies every taste bud. Life just tastes better
with KFC! All branches open seven days a week. Drive
through service available at the ir Fort Road and Old
Parham Road branches.
THE LARDER
Royal Palm Place, Friar’s Hill Road,
Tel: 562 7880
The Larder is a unique retail outlet and gastronomic
restaurant focusing on upscale gourmet to go, delightfully
prepared meals and catering for all occasions. The
menu features the freshest produce including fish, meat
and poultry with an excellent sushi bar. Their fully
stocked deli case offers exquisite culinary delights.
PAPA ZOUK
Hilda Davis Drive, Gambles, Tel: 464 6044
Well-frequented for its sought-after house specials, seafood
and a small selection of chicken and meat dishes by request.
They boast the largest rum selection in the
Caribbean! Shuttle service provided from Jolly Harbour
and English Harbour on request. Closed on Sundays and
public holidays.
ROADRUNNERS
Village Walk, Tel: 562 8075
Open Monday–Saturday 11.30am–10.00pm. Delivery between
5.00pm–9.00pm. Serving thirteen types of 13 and
16inch thin crust pizzas – a truly mouth watering experience.
RUSSELL’S
Fort James, Tel: 462 5479
Situated at historic Fort James, this intimate restaurant
serves a variety of sumptuous seafood dinners from red
snapper to delectable grilled lobster. Relax and enjoy the
panoramic view. Reservations advised.
SUBWAY
Redcliffe Street and Old Parham Road,
Tel: 562 5639
Two great locations open seven days a week and public
holidays. Your healthy dining option in Antigua, serving
freshly made subs, salads, wraps and personal pizzas.
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DICKENSON & RUNAWAY BAY AREAS
ANA’S ON THE BEACH
Tel: 562 8562
Open for lunch and dinner seven days a week. Our resort-styled
restaurant is filled with delightfully inspired
mediterranean cuisine. A perfect place to visit to feel the
romantic rhythms and captivating sights of the
Caribbean Sea from lovely Dickerson Bay, all the while
listening to either live entertainment or our world-vibe
music. Call for dinner reservations.
BAY HOUSE RESTAURANT
Tradewinds Hotel, Tel: 462 1223
This informally elegant restaurant and bar is set on the
crest of the hill overlooking beautiful Dickenson Bay. Romantic
dining al fresco is an option in the extensive
open dining area or in the air-conditioned dining room,
serving excellent international and Caribbean-flavoured
cuisine. Reservations advised.
CHIPPY ANTIGUA
On the road to Runaway Beach, Tel: 724 1166
A traditional fish & chip van. Also featuring shrimp,
homemade meat pies, Indian curries, sausages, mushy
peas and its speciality, lobster bites. Open on Wed and
Fri from 4.00pm-9.00pm. Take away available.
COCONUT GROVE RESTAURANT &
BEACH BAR
Dickenson Bay, Tel: 462 1538
Set among the palms on the water’s edge, this open-air
restaurant has earned the distinction of being a favourite
on the island. Very popular happy hour from 4.00pm-
7.00pm. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Reservations
advised.
JOLLY HARBOUR MARINA
AL PORTO
Tel: 562 7848
Great quality, freshly prepared pizza and home-made
pasta served in stylish surroundings. Boats can sail up for
dinner! Open seven days a week from 5.00pm. 2-4-1 pizza
on Tuesdays, live jazz on Thursdays. Reservations advised.
CASTAWAYS
Tel: 562 4446
Relaxed and friendly atmosphere – excellent for a family
day at the beach. Lunch and dinner specials - offering a
variety of Caribbean, International and Chinese cuisine.
CROW’S NEST
Tel: 562 2637
Come to where the action is - live bands, movie nights,
happy hours and a restaurant which offers fresh fish
daily as well as wonderful Caribbean delights.
MELINI’S
Tel: 562 4173
Serving fabulous Italian/International cuisine, as well as
stone oven baked pizzas. Extensive wine list to compliment
your dining experience. Take away service also
available.
WEST & SOUTH COASTS
CARMICHAEL’S
Sugar Ridge, Tel: 562 7700
Quite literally above it all at Sugar Ridge, Carmichael’s
commands breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea,
LA BUSSOLA
Runaway Beach,
Tel: 562 1545
Serving traditional Italian
dishes with a ‘modern
touch’ in an alfresco
beachfront environment,
La Bussola offers quality
cuisine, an extensive wine
selection and impeccable
service. Delicious brick
oven baked pizza! Closed
on Sundays. Reservations
advised.
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neighbouring islands and Jolly Harbour Marina. One of
Antigua’s finest restaurants, with an international menu
and dishes that reflect ‘what’s fresh now’ from Antigua’s
local markets, complimented by an excellent range of
wines. Open for lunch and dinner. Reservations advised.
KEYONNA BEACH
Crab Hill Beach, Tel: 562 2020
An amazing location on the beach, our wooden terrace
set under a shady grape tree is perfect for intimate casual
beach dining. The diverse a la carte luncheon menu
offers an interesting selection of fine food with an excellent
wine list. Open for lunch and dinner.
OJ’S BEACH BAR & RESTAURANT
Crab Hill Beach, Tel: 460 0184
Great pride is taken to personal attention and service at OJ’s.
Lobster salad, fresh fish, steaks, burgers and sandwiches are
served on the shady terrace overlooking the sea.
THE SEAGRAPE RESTAURANT
Curtain Bluff Resort, Tel: 462 8400
Sitting right on the sand, yards from the gently lapping
waves, this intimate restaurant serves from an Italian a la
carte menu with an Antiguan twist. Open four nights a
week. Reservations advised.
SHEER-ROCKS AT COCOBAY RESORT
Valley Church, Tel: 464 5283
Since it’s take-over in 2010, the young owners have successfully
turned Sheer Rocks into a stylish hangout, perfect
for a sunset aperitif. Supporting local produce, the
Mediterranean influences are brilliantly interpreted by the
chef. Where the dinner menu is small, the tapas menu is
large, both equally hard to choose from, complimenting
this fun eatery. Closed on Tuesdays. Reservations advised.
SUGAR CLUB
Sugar Ridge, Tel: 484 3702
Sugar Club is the social epicentre of Sugar Ridge. This
chic restaurant and bar provides indoor and outdoor
dining on the covered verandahs. The menu offers international
cuisine including salads, pizzas, pastas,
steaks, fish and also tapas and sushi. Open for breakfast,
lunch and dinner. There is usually live entertainment in
the bar at night.
THE TAMARIND TREE RESTAURANT
Curtain Bluff Resort, Tel: 462 8400
Looking out onto the tree-canopied terrace, perfect
for cocktails, after-dinner dancing and drinks, this delightful
restaurant offers an a la carte menu of Continental
cuisine that is infused with Caribbean flavours.
A different band livens up the atmosphere each
evening.
TURNER’S BEACH BAR & RESTAURANT
Johnson’s Point, Tel: 462 9133
If you crave authenticity or want to be a part of the island
experience, enjoy a meal at Turner’s with the surf just a
few steps away. This local beach restaurant serves great
seafood lunches. Open daily from 10.00am.
ENGLISH & FALMOUTH
HARBOUR AREAS
ABRACADABRA
Dockyard Drive, Tel: 460 2701
Abracadabra is a true southern Italian restaurant where
homemade pastas, fresh fish, live lobster and a selected
variety of meats are prepared to the highest standards.
Reservations advised.
ADMIRAL’S INN
Nelson’s Dockyard
Tel: 460 1027
We serve all meals a la carte,
with a varied selection from
which to choose, including
local seafood and fresh produce.
Our tree-shaded terrace
is a delightful place to relax
and dine, overlooking the historic
Nelson’s Dockyard. A fine
selection of wine is also available.
BUMPKINS
Pigeon Beach, Tel: 562 2522
A definite must for that first rum
punch on a Sunday at Pigeon
Beach. Bumpkins is tucked in
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the corner of the beach, a step away from the sea. Excellent
reasonable menu with a variety of tasty delights.
CAMBUSA ITALIAN RESTAURANT
Catamaran Marina, Tel: 562 2226
Located on the waterfront, Cambusa Italian Restaurant is
renowned for its show kitchen, offering traditional “comfort
food” with Medi ter -
ranean flavours, and
specializing in fresh fish and
vegetables. The two Italian
chefs prepare fine food
right in front of you. Also offering
excellent Italian yacht
catering services.
CLOGGY’S CAFÉ
Falmouth, Tel: 460 6910/764 8083
Offering fresh salads, grilled seafood and meat - something
special for everyone. On Wednesdays, in season, we
have a BBQ night. Lunch from 11.00am-4.00pm, and dinner
from 6.30-10.00pm. Sunday brunch from 10.30am-4.00pm
with DJ entertainment from 2.00pm until late - in season.
CATHERINE’S CAFÉ
Pigeon Point, Falmouth
Tel: 460 5050
An authentic French café atmosphere
offering fabulous
snacks and meals, with bar
and alfresco dining and
splendid views of Falmouth
Harbour. Open every day
for lunch, afternoon drinks
and on to dinner.
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THE COPPER & LUMBER STORE
Nelson’s Dockyard, Tel: 460 1058
Featuring the Mainbrace, an English-style pub with a full
bar and restaurant, open for lunch and early supper. The
Wardroom is a stylishly renovated old English restaurant,
offering fine dining around the very pretty enclosed
courtyard – a must for corporate and special events.
Come and experience our seafood Fridays at the back of
the hotel. Great local specialities, great atmosphere with
cultural background music.
HAMILTON’S WINE BAR & BISTRO
Nelson’s Dockyard, Tel: 562 7151
A chic and stylish wine bar and bistro located within Nelson’s
Dockyard National Park. The exciting menu features
simple, fresh, fabulous dishes which are
complemented by an exciting selection of wines from
around the world. Closed Sundays. Reservations advised.
LE CAP HORN FRENCH RESTAURANT
English Harbour, Tel: 460 1194
Chef Gustavo skillfully combines French cuisine with
fresh local ingredients to create delectable plates. Open
for dinner only from November to mid May. Reservations
advised.
SHIRLEY HEIGHTS LOOKOUT
Shirley Heights, Tel: 728 0636
Serving lunch daily, and dinner from Tuesday through
Sunday, we offer a wide and varied menu that includes
local soups, fresh lobster and fish, and calypso coffees.
Full bar service is available and the rum punch is legendary.
Choose to eat in the pretty dining room or outside
under umbrellas. Serving up spectacular sunsets
almost daily with terrific barbeque parties every Thursday
and Sunday. Open 9.00am-10.00pm in season.
Closed on public holidays.
TRAPPAS BAR
English Harbour, Tel: 562 3534
Fine dining at very affordable prices with an extensive
mouth-watering menu in a festive atmosphere. Closed
on Sunday and Monday. The bar is open from 5.00pm
until... Reservations advised.
WOOD OVEN
PIZZERIA
English Harbour, Tel: 460 1194
This pizzeria offers a great selection of thin crust gourmet
pizzas freshly baked in a wood oven as well as crispy salads
and a variety of delicious desserts. Open for dinner only
from November to mid May. Will take orders up to 11.00pm.
ELSEWHERE ON THE ISLAND
THE BAY @ NONSUCH
Nonsuch Bay, Tel: 562 8000
This beautifully situated cliff top restaurant and bar offers
first class internationally inspired cuisine for breakfast,
lunch and dinner. Docking facilities allow you to
arrive by boat at this luxury holiday resort which offers
the highest standard of personal service and a passion
for the real Antigua. Reservations advised.
CECILIA’S HIGH POINT CAFE
Dutchman’s Bay, Tel: 562 7070
Cecilia produces the most delicious bistro style meals
and daily specials, with emphasis on fresh local produce
and seafood. Located a few minutes from the airport.
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THE COVE RESTAURANT
Soldier Bay, Tel: 462 0290
Enjoy the sound of waves pounding below, overlooking Soldiers
Bay with exquisite sunset views across the Caribbean
Sea. The extensive French fusion menu offers the finest
local ingredients with something to please every palate and
an impressive wine list. Reservations recommended.
HARMONY HALL
Brown’s Bay, Tel: 460 4120
Excellent Italian restaurant with its historic sugar mill,
overlooking beautiful Nonsuch Bay. Beach access, with
pool and ferry to Green Island. Open daily for lunch and
on Wednesday through Saturday for dinner, during the
season.
LE BISTRO
Hodges Bay, Tel: 462 3881/461 2996
After dinner at this elegant French restaurant, you will
come away feeling thoroughly spoilt. A varied menu,
which also caters for vegetarians, includes lobster, snapper,
salmon, veal, pasta, paté and salads – not forgetting
the dessert trolley! An extensive wine list is also available.
Open for dinner only (closed Mondays). Reservations
advised..
THE TIDES
Coolidge, Tel: 462 8433
Offering an international
menu which specializes in
seafood at lunch and dinner.
Beachfront dining both in
and outdoors on spacious
verandahs, with constant
cooling tradewinds, beautiful
gardens and superb service.
Tues-Sat lunch and
dinner, Sunday brunch. Also
check out the pool side BBQ
on Friday night.
If you are planning a visit to Antigua
and Barbuda, be sure you
check out www.westindiespublishing.com
for the latest opening
and reviews of restaurants.
See you soon.
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AfterSunset
Photo: Randy Thomas
ABRACADABRA DISCO BAR AND
RESTAURANT
English Harbour, Tel: 460 2701
Situated just outside Nelson’s Dockyard, Abracadabra
combines the latest in European and American music.
This beautiful Italian restaurant transforms after dinner
into ‘party central’. The local and international deejays,
and visiting performing artists throughout the season
provide a great atmosphere where you can let your hair
down and have a great time.
CARIBBEAN CINEMAS
Friar’s Hill Road, Tel: 562 4000
Offers eight cinemas in a large complex just outside
St. John’s.
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DELUXE THEATRE LTD.
High Street, St. John’s, Tel: 462 3664
Offering a variety of the latest movies in these three
modern cinemas.
JOE MIKE’S DOWNTOWN HOTEL PLAZA
Corner Nevis Street and Corn Alley, Tel: 462 1142/3244
Come out to play at this modern casino which is conveniently
located within Joe Mike’s Plaza. There is a wide
variety of slot machines, table games and a sports book.
KING’S CASINO
Heritage Quay, St. John’s,
Tel: 462 1727
This popular casino offers roulette, blackjack and
Caribbean stud poker, Spanish 21 and BJ Switch, plus a

full range of ‘state of the art’ slot machines. There is live
entertainment most evenings and major sporting events
are broadcast all day via satellite on four televisions with
a super 10-foot screen in the sports lounge. Kings Casino
also offers a sports book with live horseracing from
around the globe, and where you can wager on your
favourite sporting game. Open Mon-Sat from 10.00am-
4.00am and on Sun from 6.00pm-4.00am. There is a dress
code in effect. We accept all major credit cards with an
ATM on the premises.
MAD MONGOOSE BAR & RESTAURANT
Falmouth Harbour, Tel: 463 7900
Dance until you can’t dance anymore. One of the hottest
spots in Falmouth Harbour with live music, scrumptious
food and a fully stocked bar. Enjoy live music on Fridays
and play pool or watch your favourite sporting event at
the sport’s bar.
SHIRLEY HEIGHTS LOOKOUT
Shirley Heights, Tel: 728 0636
Topping your ‘must do’ list has got to be our Sunday
Barbeque Party! This 30 year old tradition features
the AMP Halcyon Steel Orchestra who set the pace
from 4.00pm. The sweet pulsating rhythms of pan accompany
mouth-watering smells of barbecue. Spectacular
sunsets are standard party fare, as are exotic
drinks and dancing under the stars. At 7.00pm, the
entertainment changes and some of the island’s
finest party bands are featured until 10.00pm. This is
a wonderful mix of tourists and islanders. From time
to time, rub shoulders with a celebrity or two, who
have come to experience firsthand, the much recommended
food, drink music and revelry. Our Thursday
barbecue features entertainment from 4.00pm and
caters to those who prefer a quieter outing. Closed
on public holidays.
SUGAR CLUB
Sugar Ridge, Jolly Harbour, Tel: 562 7700
Sugar Club is the clubhouse for Sugar Ridge. The piano
lounge bar entertains residents, members and guests
with jazz pianists, vocalists or bands several nights each
week in Antigua’s most stylish setting. On the weekend,
they are joined by the fashionable local crowd to dance
the night away.
Photo: Randy Thomas
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Your Own Life
in Antigua
Photo: Jonathan Murphy
Both the British and the Amerindian people known
as the Siboney, Arawaks and Caribs have all made
long standing claims to the island of ‘Wadadli’,
known today as Antigua. Wadadli, which literally means
‘our own’, can now be your own. It’s never been easier
to purchase Caribbean property. By purchasing your second
home in Antigua, you are not only buying an asset
but also the easy going Antiguan lifestyle.
The strong pound and euro compared to the eastern
caribbean dollar makes purchasing the Antigua
lifestyle very attractive and a solid investment. The varied
offerings within the Antiguan Real Estate market offers
the purchaser a quality and varied selection of
homes, whether or not it is a second home or a permanent
home. You have the choice to purchase individual
homes as well as homes located within gated
communities, which often times coexist along with hotels
and accompanying hotel amenities. Longtime Estate
Agent Geoffrey Pidduck often espouses how
“property owners love to use the amenities while enjoying
the privacy of their own homes. These developments
also offer rental, management and
maintenance services.” The ease of this relationship
should provide comfort to the purchaser that their
property will be taken care whilst off the island. Of
course, you can always hire your own maintenance
services if you like.
Antigua has long provided elegant Real Estate opportunities
for individuals purchasing second homes. The
Mill Reef Club, established in the 1940’s, has been the
longest lasting real estate development of its kind in Antigua
with its 56 residences, boutique hotel and golf
club. It continues to bring and introduce many individuals
as to luxury vacation homes with privacy blend
nicely of course with the Antiguan lifestyle. The Antiguan
Government has seen the value of this relationship
and has incentivised this concept in order to boost
these types of developments by establishing the Citizen
Investment Programme in 2013.
The Citizen Investment Programme (CIP) allows the
qualified purchaser and their family to gain citizenship
in Antigua and Barbuda. The CIP allows a individual who
purchases a property with the minimum value of US
$400,000 in a designated resort zone an accelerated pathway
to citizenship. Of course this is subject to stringent
application procedures that includes a thorough background
check.
For further information, You can find this type of investment
available through entities like Tamarind Hills,
(www.tamarind-hills.com), Sugar Ridge, (www.sug -
arridgean tigua. com) and Antigua Estates (www.antiguaestates.com).
You can also find helpful Estate
Agents at Antigua Estates who represent not only specific
resorts but individual owners as well.
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Photo: Jonathan Murphy
Reading through ‘Life In Antigua’ clearly illustrates the
many amenities available to you to make either your holiday
stay or long term stay enjoyable. Keep up with all the
changes throughout the year by checking our website
www.westindiespublishing.com from time to time to better
plan your next stay in Antigua.
Whether you are looking to purchase something already
existing or build something from the ground up
with spectacular sea views on hill sides or just to be close
to the beach, Antigua offers you this and everything in
between. Working with architects and/or estate agents
from the Antigua & Barbuda Association of Realtors is a
great way to start to find your own piece of Wadadli. Just
remember, purchasing your dream vacation and/or permanent
home in the Caribbean has never been easier.
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Antigua Estates with more than 28 years of knowledge and experience are the leading experts in Real
Estate with a reputation for attracting quality investors with a genuine and immediate interest in buying.
Whether it is your first time to Antigua or returning visitors looking to buy your dream home. We at Antigua Estates
will ensure that you have access to a full range of services in a comfortable informed environment, to make sure
that the buying or selling process is enjoyable and stress free as possible.
We are specialists when it comes to acquiring land for large developments or hotel sites and specialise in highend
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Please feel free to browse our stunning and beautiful unique properties on our website or call for further assistance.
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PROPERTY ACQUISTION CONSIDERATIONS
1. For non-citizens a license is required to purchase
property. The cost is 5% of the value of the property.
2. On vacant land, building must be completed in compliance
with the non-citizen’s license terms.
3. Government transfer fees to the buyer, 2.5% and to
the seller, 7.5%.
4. Property taxes/rates are based on rental value and
are reasonably set.
5. Most property is fee simple or freehold. Leaseholds
are rare and usually held by the Crown.
6. Legal cost 1% to 2% depending on the value of the
transaction.
7. There is no title insurance. Properties are registered
at the Land Registry.
8. Real estate commissions are from 5% to 7%.
9. The property management fee is usually 10%. Rental
commissions 8.33%.
10. Withholding taxes are 25% of net rental income for
non-residents.
11. Insurance coverage is approximately 1.4% of insured
risk; deductible of 2% includes earthquakes and
named storms.
12. Bank financing is available but interest rates are high
by world standards.
13. Most houses are serviced by septic tank. Water cisterns
are required.
14. Most properties are fully serviced with electricity,
water, cable television, telephone and internet.
15. The Antigua & Barbuda Investment Authority offers
attractive fiscal incentives to developers.
16. Permanent residency and other residency programmes
are available. New residency programmes
are being introduced to attract investment. Inquire
of your lawyer or estate agent about these.
17. Antigua’s new Citizenship Investment Programme
applies to specifically identified real estate products.
Photo: Ted Martin
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Antigua ....
A Carribbean Home,
A Global Market
Photo: Jonathan Murphy
Located in the Eastern Caribbean islands, Antigua
represents a crossroad for financial services within
the Caribbean, and its 32-year-old financial centre
is conveniently time-zoned to provide international financial
services. There are eight domestic commercial
banks and twelve financial institutions providing international
financial services. Although best known for its
365 white-sand beaches, Antigua enjoys a growing reputation
as a trusted Caribbean destination for both
tourism and international financial services. The new
government, democratically elected in June 2014, is vigorously
pursuing programmes to enhance and
strengthen these two sectors as key pillars of the economy.
As the world financial crisis gets repaired, there is
a resurgence of business towards the Caribbean and,
whilst Antigua’s international financial centre is still relatively
small, there is a strong indication that the nonvolatile,
politically stable and sovereign jurisdictions are
attracting clients seeking more personal attention for
their wealth management portfolios. Antigua and Barbuda
is positioned as an up-market tourism destination
for the more discriminating visitor and similarly appeals
to client relationships for banking services.
A Regulatory Environment for Investment
The jurisdiction strives to balance the client’s needs for
confidentiality with the requirements of meeting all international
financial standards. It has a robust mutual
legal regime which facilitates a transparent process
under which information may be exchanged. It became
tax compliant with the OECD phase one requirements
and was placed on the OECD’s “white list”. Mutual legal
assistance in anti-money laundering and financing of terrorism
matters is also provided for under the Mutual Assistance
in Criminal Matters Act. Mutual assistance exists
for all countries that are members of the British Commonwealth,
the United States of America and other
countries with whom Antigua and Barbuda has signed
mutual legal assistance treaties (MLATs). There is no
legal or practical impediment for rendering assistance
where both countries criminalize the underlying offence.
The jurisdiction also benefits from being a member
of the Egmont Group through Antigua’s supervisory
authority, Office of National Drug and Money Laundering
Control Policy (ONDCP), which assists communications
between Financial Intelligence Units to prevent
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money laundering and the financing of terrorism. The
governing legislation for the management of its international
financial centre is regularly updated to ensure
compliance with international standards.
Banking Supervision
The regulatory environment of banks providing international
financial services is strongly supervised for the
safe and ethical depository of foreign currencies and the
delivery of wealth management solutions. The jurisdiction
undergoes regular peer evaluation by the
Caribbean Financial Action Task Force as well as reviews
by the World Bank and the IMF, all of which give enhanced
scrutiny to the operations of the financial centre.
The supervision of banks is divided, with domestic commercial
banks under the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank
(ECCB) while international service banks are licensed
and regulated by the Financial Services Regulatory Commission
(FSRC), and all banks must maintain internal
policies to govern compliance with international standards.
These requirements include annual third-party
audits of their anti-money laundering (AML) and anti-terrorist
financing (ATF) practices which must be submitted
to the ONDCP and the FSRC for review. The jurisdiction
has been aggressively emulating the actions being taken
worldwide to strengthen the regulatory oversight of all
financial systems. Annual financial audits are mandatory
and are conducted by resident offices of well-recognized
auditing firms including Grant Thornton, PKF and KPMG.
A Business Centre with
Technology-Driven Services
Antigua provides ideal support for information technology
services and Internet-driven business opportunities
that demand more sophisticated financial services. The
Antigua & Barbuda Investment Authority, established by
the Government, assists the investment process and
identifies related incentives for certain investment categories.
International business companies (IBCs), Trusts
and Foundations will also benefit from a tax-neutral business
environment. There is a fully experienced and professional
sector comprised of attorneys-at-law and
licensed company providers that can assist in the clearing
of names, registration of corporate entities and referring
clients for bank account relationships in the
jurisdiction.
Photo: Johnathan Murpjhy
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The government is also committed to operate as an
e-government and has positioned Antigua to become
a leading Caribbean IT centre. Antigua is host to a
fully certified PCI DSS card processor, Global Processing
Centre (www.gpcantigua.com), which operates
a modern and integrated processing platform for
all card, electronic wallet, mobile wallet, private label
cards, and ecommerce services. It provides processing
services to banks in several Caribbean territories.
Importantly, the processor has also driven the innovation
of an alternative payment service known as
SugaPay that combines the convenience of a local
payment card and mobile transactions which will significantly
reduce the number of daily cash transactions.
These technology driven financial services will
enhance retail and online payments for the government
and business sectors, as well as assist international
remittances.
In today’s global village, geographic focus is less relevant
to clients with an increasingly international perspective,
and the use of modern technology will deliver
a consistently high standard of service for customers to
conduct secure banking business regardless of the proximity
of the bank offices.
Wealth Management and
Your Home Away from Home
Antigua is increasingly attractive to international investors
from Latin America, Europe and the Far East seeking
private banking services and wishing to balance their
portfolios with commodity and foreign exchange trading
services, and who may also be interested in real estate
investment in the jurisdiction.
There are a number of residential developments taking
place in Antigua & Barbuda which would be considered
attractive as vacation and second homes. These investments
may also qualify them for Permanent Residency.
The recent introduction of new legislation now also allows
approved investors to take part in the Citizenship
by Investment Programme (CIP). This provides for citizenship
and an Antigua and Barbuda passport to be
granted on the basis of approved persons and families
who satisfy a high standard of due diligence requirements
and qualify in respect of making personal investments
in Antigua and Barbuda. The jurisdiction has
spent considerable time and research efforts to design
an investment process that could safely award a qualified
applicant with a valued citizenship and passport.
Such programmes already exist in Britain, Canada and
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the United States and other jurisdictions worldwide. The
new government administration has indicated that it will
be reviewing the legislation to ensure it meets international
standards and prohibits applications from persons
associated with sanctioned jurisdictions.
In the CIP that was approved by the parliament of Antigua
and Barbuda, an investor may apply for citizenship
through four mechanisms: 1) a Real Estate Option which
permits him to purchase property in Antigua and Barbuda
with a minimum value of US $400,000.00 in a designated
resort zone; 2) a contribution of minimum US
$250,000.00 to a National Development Fund; 3) a contribution
of minimum US $250,000.00 to a Charitable Fund,
or 4) a business investment of US $1.5 million.
The CIP became operational in late 2013, and Mr. Don
Myatt, a Canadian, was appointed to head the Citizenship
by Investment Unit (CIU). Mr. Myatt has over 30
years of experience in the area of Foreign Service. He
leads the team mandated to approve Agents and Service
Providers for the programme and manages the process
which undertakes rigorous scrutiny over their operations,
and then ensures meticulous review of the applications
received by the Citizenship by Investment Unit.
Individuals who successfully undergo this due diligence
and interview process, and who can comply with the required
financial investment criteria, will be granted citizenship.
Global Communications
Antigua’s international financial centre enjoys the commitment
of its public and private sectors to meet the
challenges of a connected financial world. It has appropriately
reorganized itself to meet the requirements of
modern business and the surge of global demands for
financial solutions to serve international business,
wealth management and ecommerce services. It is redefining
the role of international banking relationships
and complimenting business opportunities that need
technology-driven solutions. The combination of wellregulated
financial service providers and the ability to
offer modern financial services in a stable environment,
including the benefit to qualify for citizenship, makes
Antigua and Barbuda a premier location for doing global
business.
By: Brian Stuart-Young
Chairman & CEO
Global Bank of Commerce, Ltd.
Antigua, W.I.
www.globalbankofcommerce.com
Photo: Randy Thomas
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Body Beautiful,
Health & Wellness
CAN YOU THINK OF A BETTER PLACE TO BE PAMPERED
THAN HERE IN PARADISE INDULGE IN A WELL NEEDED
MASSAGE OR SPA TREATMENT WITH ONE OF ANTIGUA’S
FINEST MASSEUSES OR ENJOY SOME QUALITY TIME AT ONE
OF OUR MANY FINE SALONS.
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BEAUTY SALONS & SPAS
AKPARO
Officer’s Quarters, Nelson’s Dockyard,
Tel: 460 5705
Set in the most exquisite, relaxing location,
overlooking the harbour, Akparo caters to
your every need. Treatments include facials,
waxing, manicures, pedicures, various types
of massage as well as osteopathy. Professional
hairdressers specialize in foil highlights,
colouring and hair cutting.
AVEDA CONCEPT SPA &
GYM AT SUGAR RIDGE
Jolly Harbour, Tel: 562 7700
A place to work out or simply relax and be
pampered, Aveda Concept Spa & Gym offers
a wide range of treatments including
the latest holistic therapies. This air-conditioned
luxury gym contains 30 pieces of
Cybex apparatus as well as offering aerobics,
pilates and yoga classes. There is access
to two swimming pools, great sunbathing
decks and chill out shady areas through various
membership plans.
THE CUTTING EDGE
Marble Hill Road, Tel: 562 1415
Offering professional nail and hair care for
that special occasion. Manicures, pedicures,
haircuts and colouring for ladies, gentlemen
and kids. Our services are offered by a team
of courteous and friendly staff. Call for an
appointment. Open Mon-Sat from 8.30am-
6.00pm.
EQUILIBRIUM
Friar’s Hill Development, Tel: 462 7919
Fully qualified therapists offer passive exercise
on therapeutic massage beds, a toning
table exercise system, bodyslim electrotherapy
treatment, plus body wraps, holistic
massages, electrolysis, waxing, facial toning
and facials all in a calm, relaxing setting.
SANDALS GRAND RESORT &
RED LANE SPA
Dickenson Bay, Tel: 462 0267
Situated in the Sandals Resort complex and
open to anyone by appointment, this spa offers
a refined world of breathtaking opulence
and sophisticated luxury. Indulge in
the finest curative treatments from Europe’s
world renowned spas along with our signature
Red Lane line of products.
THE SPA AT BLUE WATERS
Soldier Bay, Tel: 484 4308
Renowned for its exotic treatments, this Elemis
spa is situated within The Cove at Blue
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Waters Hotel. Come and be pampered! Why not enjoy a
body treatment or massage. Facials, waxing and paraffin
treatments are available. Our therapists are happy to assist.
Appointments recommended.
THE SPA AT CURTAIN BLUFF
Old Road, Tel: 462 8400
There are many reasons why magazines like ‘Conde Nast
Traveler’ and ‘American Spa’ have ranked this spa among
the world’s best. Perched at the water’s edge, it manages
to mix seclusion, intimacy (just five treatment rooms) and
the highest standards with a truly breathtaking location
— looking out over the sea towards distant Montserrat.
Appointments recommended.
TOUCH THERAPIES
Fort Road, Tel: 562 1286
Touch Therapies is a haven for renewal. Soothe and relax
your body, mind and spirit at this full service day spa, offering
massages, organic facials, microderm abrasions,
laser hair removal and unique body treatments. Touch
Therapies also has beach locations at Hawksbill by Rex Resorts
and a travel spa at the V. C. Bird International Airport.
DENTISTRY & MEDICAL SERVICES
DR. SENGUPTA, B.D.S. & ASSOCIATES,
DENTAL SURGEONS
Woods Centre, Tel: 462 9312/3, Emergency 720 3756
Dr. SenGupta and his team have over fifteen years’ experience
in general dentistry, orthodontics and cosmetic
dentistry, Dr. SenGupta himself is a leading implantologist
in the region and an international lecturer. Come see
for yourself why our dentistry is so advanced – it’s simply
beautiful!
MEDICAL SURGICAL ASSOCIATES
Woods Mall, Tel: 481-5200/1/4/6
After Hours: Dr. Joseph John: 464-9449
or Sonia Peterson RN: 779 5625.
A modern, technologically advanced and comprehensive
24-hour medical and surgical facility that provides services
related to: Urgent Care, General Surgery, Anesthesia,
Internal Medicine, Infectious Diseases, Plastic Surgery,
Cosmetic Surgery, ENT Surgery, Neurology, Endoscopy,
Radiology and Oncology. Walk-ins are welcome.
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Carnival
Countries around the world celebrate carnival
for many different reasons. Antigua’s
carnival starting in late July and culminating
in early August celebrates that memorable day on
August 1st 1834, when slavery was abolished. The
newly freed slaves danced in the streets with
hearts filled with joy. Centuries later joy still fills
the streets of St. John’s.
Come and join Antiguans and Barbudans from
all over the world in celebration of the Caribbean’s
greatest summer festival, Antigua’s carnival! If you
are new to carnival in the Caribbean here is a
quick rundown for you.
CARNIVAL MUSIC
‘Something’s got a hold on me, its the music I’m
feeling’ – Claudette Peters; four time Antigua Soca
Monarch.
CALYPSO
Calypso is an Afro-Caribbean style of music that is
used to tell topical stories of the time, whether it
be fables, current events or feelings. Each year’s calypsos
can educate the listener on what was going
on in politics, society and the world at large. Annually
calypsonians pen their songs and compete
against each other at the Calypso Monarch show.
IRON BAND
A collection of old pipes, tire irons, cow bells and
any other metal object that can be beaten into a
rhythm. With every person in the band carrying
their own melody it all miraculously comes together
to create this extremely contagious sound. People
can be found ‘chipping’ alongside the players of the
iron band. If you were wondering – ‘chipping’ is a
slow rhythmic shuffle in time with the music.
STEEL PAN
The steel pan is the only musical instrument invented
in the 20th century. Antigua’s claim to fame
is that we allegedly have the oldest steel band in the
world, the Hell’s Gate Steel Orchestra. The steel pan
is capable of playing just about any genre of music..
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Photo:Randy Candy
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However, carnival time is dedicated
to perfecting well arranged
calypso and soca masterpieces
for the Panorama competition.
SOCA
Soca is hard to describe, but
when you hear it you will know
it. Everyone around you will be
jumping and waving their hands
or rags. This infectious beat is the
most popular type of carnival
music. The ‘Soca Monarch’ competition
has in recent times become
the most popular show for
the carnival season. Artistes pull
out all the stops on stage, in their
fight for the Soca Monarch title.
Their performances can include
fireworks to jetting across the
stage on high suspension wires.

CARNIVAL MOVEMENTS
‘Thousands of happy feet, skipping
without missing a beat...’
We Love to Play Mas – Red Hot
Flames – one of Antigua’s top
bands.
J’OUVERT
J’Ouvert, a shortened form of
the French word ‘jour ouvert’,
meaning day break, starts at
about that time. Yes, J’Ouvert
starts just as the sun decides to
begin waking up for the day.
Flatbed trucks packed with
speakers and a band, as well as
steel bands, slowly roll through
the streets entertaining the
crowds that have gathered behind
them. This street jump up
goes from the wee hours until
mid morning when the sun is
blazing in all its glory.
MAS
Mas, short for masquerade, is
when everyone gets the opportunity
to don costumes and parade
through the streets of St.
John’s. Feathers, beads and sequins
glitter in the sun as everyone
celebrates, jumping up in
the streets on Carnival Monday
and Tuesday.
LAS’ LAP
After the awards ceremony there
is one last jump up through the
streets of St. John’s. At the stroke
of midnight on Carnival Tuesday
the music stops and, just like
that, it’s all over. Then for another
364 days everyone anticipates
the arrival of Carnival once
again.
Photos: Laura Hall
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Photo: Ted Martin
Weddings
Weddings can be extremely costly wherever
you decide to ‘tie the knot’. In Antigua & Barbuda,
which is among the world’s top ten destinations
for weddings and honeymoons, hotels offer
various affordable packages from which the bride and
groom can choose. So, besides the nuptials, couples get
a tropical holiday thrown in for good measure! The catering,
flowers, photography and music – even the cake and
champagne – will be well taken care of and, if you’re short
of bridesmaids, a best man or maid of honour, they can
be supplied as well. The most romantic day of your life
will be one that you will forever remember and cherish.
Your wedding venue can be a tropical garden, the courtyard
of your hotel, on the beach or out sailing – anything
you desire to make this a very special day. The honeymoon
will be just as unique and you can always come
back next year to celebrate your first anniversary or, in
the future, to renew your vows. All in all, the entire wedding
and honeymoon package, including airfares, can be
a lot more attractive than the cost of the nuptials at home.
Photo: Ted Martin
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WEDDING
PHOTOGRAPHERS
VANESSA HALL
TEL: 720 7400
JOSEPH JONES
TEL: 562 7817
TED MARTIN
TEL: 726 3148
JENNIFER
MERANTO
TEL: 764 8035
PHOTOGENESIS
IMAGING
TEL: 462 1066
CEREMONY
1. The wedding is performed by a civil marriage officer.
2. The day selected for the ceremony depends upon the parties.
3. There is a registration fee of EC$100.00 to be paid at the registrar’s office.
4. There is a marriage officer’s fee of EC$270.00 or US$100.00.
5. Ceremonies can be performed between the hours of 6.00am and 6.00pm.
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6. Every marriage must be solemnised or celebrated in
the presence of two or more witnesses who are 18
years old or older.
CHANGE OF NAME
If a change of name has taken place in the case of any
applicant, then the deed poll under which this was
done must be produced.
REQUIREMENTS FOR
OBTAINING A LICENCE
SPECIAL LICENCE:
There is NO waiting time in order to obtain a special
licence. The petition for a special licence must be
accompanied by a fee of US$150.00/EC$405.00. There is
a registration fee of US$40.00/EC$100.00 and a certified
copy of the marriage certificate costs
US$10.00/EC$27.00. YOU WILL NEED:
1. Valid passport.
2. Proof of status: 1) single – a declaration is signed
within Antigua & Barbuda; 2) divorced – original
decree absolute which includes the seal of the court
issuing the decree or certified copy of decree which
includes the seal of the court where decree is issued
or 3) widow/widower – a) marriage certificate,
b) death certificate of husband/wife.
3. Application form filled out and signed at the
Ministry of Legal Affairs on Queen Elizabeth
Highway.
4. Both applicants must be over the age of 18 years. If
under, then written parental consent must be
provided.
5. Both parties must be present at the time of the
application.
ORDINARY LICENCE:
One of the parties must be resident in Antigua &
Barbuda for a period of 15 days immediately preceding
the date of the application for the licence. The
application for an ordinary licence must be
accompanied by a fee of US$40/EC$100.00. There is a
registration fee of US$40.00/EC$100.00. A certified copy
of the marriage certificate costs US$10.00/EC$27.00.
YOU WILL NEED:
1. Valid passport.
2. Proof of status: 1) single – a declaration signed
within Antigua & Barbuda; 2) divorced – original
decree absolute which includes the seal of the court
which issued the decree, or a certified copy of the
decree which includes the seal of the court where
the decree was issued, or 3) widow/widower – a)
marriage certificate, b) death certificate of
husband/wife.
3. Application form filled out and signed at the
Ministry of Legal Affairs on Queen Elizabeth
Highway.
4. Both applicants must be over the age of 18 years. If
under; then written parental consent must be
obtained.
5. Both parties must be present at the time of the
application.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE
CONTACT THE MINISTRY OF LEGAL
AFFAIRS, TEL: 562 0381.
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Arts
&
Artists
Painting by Dina De Brozzi Goodenough
DINA BROZZI GOODE-
NOUGH, Tel. 764 5594, was born
in Italy and started painting large
oil canvases at the age of ten, prior
to attending art schools in
Bologna, Paris and Florence. She
finally settled in Antigua in 1999
with her husband Architect Andrew
Goodenough. While working
as much as possible from life,
whether it be children, women,
Caribbean people or dogs, she
firmly believes that the way to
bring life to a painting is to establish
good relationships with her
live models. Her work can be
viewed at Harmony Hall, Sugar
Ridge and her studio/gallery The
Workshop in Falmouth, English Harbour.
DEBORAH ECKERT, Tel: 723 3007, has a passion for
people and has spent several years painting award-winning
portraits. Her other favourite subject is nature and
particularly landscapes. However, recently she has
begun exploring abstract paintings. In addition, Debbie
creates sculpture from found objects and wall hangings
from glittery fabrics called luminous landscapes. Her
work can be viewed at Art at the Ridge galleries.
JAN FARARA, Tel: 764 8803, Jan’s murals grace many
hotels and restaurants on the island. Her large colourful
canvases are much in demand in Antigua and around the
world. The subject matter is always the Caribbean, becoming
sometimes more, sometimes less abstract, but
always capturing the feeling of the islands. Jan gives visitors
a warm welcome to her gallery/studio in Buckleys.
JILL FULLER, Tel: 725 5455, Jill moves between media,
using photography as a tool whether she is painting,
sculpting, working in ceramics or making collages. Her
work reflects her love of the Caribbean and is often featured
in magazines, catalogues and brochures.
GILLY GOBINET, Tel: 464 6084, is best known for her
vibrant watercolours, true reflections of Antigua and the
Caribbean. She uses her wide range of styles, including
cartoons, to illustrate her very popular Cool Caribbean
book series. Original paintings in watercolour, oil,
acrylic, and pen and ink are available directly from the
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artist at her studio or Fig Tree Studio Art and Sandals
Art galleries. www.gillygobinet.com.
NAYDENE GONNELLA, Tel: 720 2423, is best
known for her encaustic and mixed media pieces
of doorways, pelicans and plam trees. Her
unique use of colours gives tremendous visual
energy, particularly in her new abstract compositions.
Her paintings can be viewed at Harmony
Hall, Rhythm of Blue, Art at the Ridge as well as
at her studio in Jolly Harbour.
Painting by Marie Kinsella
SALLIE HARKER, Tel: 460 1234, produces a
range of oil and watercolour paintings which are
inspired by the Antiguan coastline and the bird
and marine life of the islands. Her originals are
highly collectible and she also offers a wide
range of affordable prints. Her paintings, along
with the paintings of other well known island
artists, are available at the popular Fig Tree Studio
Art Gallery.
MARIE KINSELLA, Tel: 770 4248/561 1752,
Marie’s new medium in art is handpainted silk designs,
affixed to a handpainted canvas background,
creating silk relief pictures of life in Antigua. She
was inspired with a need to bring the true vibrancy
of the Caribbean in to a 3D perspective.
GABRIELA LUERY, Tel: 727 3239, attended art
classes in Salzburg, Austria, and at McGill University
in Canada. Having lived in Europe, Africa and Canada,
she landed and built a life in Antigua more than 25 years
ago. Not being bound to one style or one medium, she
experiments with many different media and subjects.
Many of her paintings are exhibited at Yeptons Estate
Cottages and Art at the Ridge.
KATIE MCCONNACHIE, Tel: 460 1417, began her
artistic career painting special effects for Hanna Barbera
Productions before moving here. Katie loves working
with prismacolor pencils and acrylic paints. Her subject
matter spans from her pet portraits of birds, cats, dogs,
etc. to native island and underwater wildlife.
JENNIFER MERANTO’S, Tel: 764 8035, work hangs in
public and private spaces worldwide. Her series of handpainted
photos of the Caribbean islands are collected by
both tourists and island nationals and can be seen at finer
gift shops and galleries, published under the name Yellowboat.
She welcomes serious buyers to her artist’s hideaway
in Turtle Bay. Please phone for appointment and directions.
STEPHEN MURPHY, Tel: 562 7662, was born in Antigua
and started exploring his passion for watercolours
in the early 90s. Famous for his Streetcar paintings in
Toronto, Murphy’s wonky, whimsical style has captured
landscapes across the globe. Stephen’s work can be
viewed at Zemi Art Gallery in Redcliffe Quay.
NANCY OFFERMANS, Tel: 464 9777, is inspired by
the beauty of Antigua – its breathtaking beaches, landscapes
and moonlit nights. Her work can be seen in
prominent business places and private homes. She uses
watercolours, acrylics and pastels, but her favourite
medium is oils. Nancy has the ability to make the viewer
feel they could step into her paintings.
LYRIS TRACEY, Tel: 725 8561, draws on the Caribbean’s
rich heritage of colourful folklore and carnival when creating
her vibrant pieces. Well known for painted fabrics,
her work on found objects like ‘Dhole Drummer’ and
‘Date Palm Fish’ show her versatility and range. Lyris’s
unique art, gifts, fan coral and leather jewellery are available
at Art At the Ridge, Sugar Ridge or by appointment
at her studio in McKinnons.
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POTTERY
Pottery shards in our museum
date back to the
Amerindians, so it is hardly
surprising that the craft of
pottery making in Antigua
still flourishes. Different
local clays from various parts
of the island are lovingly
hand formed and open pitfired
by several potters.
CEDARS POTTERY, Tel: 460 5293,
is the creative venture of Antiguan
born Michael Hunt and his wife Imogen
Margrie. Commercially they are
developing a range of wall light
sconces and an evolving group of
eclectic gift items, whilst also creating
a growing portfolio of substantial
sculptural commissions in such materials
as wood and stone.
KIM DERRICK, Tel: 560 4043, An
ex-Chelsea potter has her studio in
the garden at Hodges Bay on the
main road, where she lives. The
theme of her pottery and paintings
features fruit, flowers and tropical
trees in all their vibrant colours.
SARAH FULLER, Tel: 562 1264, has
been expressing innovative vision
through pottery since 1985, using
natural clays of Antigua and inspired
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Painting by Gabie Luery
by the colours and light of her surroundings.
The Pottery Studio is a
must-see on your visit to Antigua. All
works of art are 100% natural and Antiguan.
Sculpture by Michael Hunt
NANCY NICHOLSON, Tel: 460
1614/770 7888, Nancy’s pottery is a vibrant
expression of her kinship with
the sea. She playfully refers to her
pieces as ‘mermaid ware’. Made with
locally dug clay, her pottery is not
only functional and beautiful, it is
an extension of herself, a piece of
her Antiguan soul. A visit to Rhythm
of Blue Art Gallery, located in English
Harbour (open Dec-May) or
her studio (May-Nov) also in English
Harbour, is an experience not
to be missed!
SEA VIEW FARM VILLAGE,
Tel: 463 1888, is rich with a history of
traditional pottery making. Previous
generations, learned the art
from their mothers without the aid
of a potter’s wheel. Make this stop
a must particularly for natural clay
cooking vessels, coal pots, plant
holders and pots. A limited number
of these items are sometimes available
at St. John’s market.

SCRIMSHAW
Scrimshaw is the ancient sailor’s folk art of
engraving or carving whales’ teeth and other
exotic materials found on shipboard in order
to make objects as gifts for loved ones, or
useful articles for trade or sale among shipmates.
SCRIMBONES ENGRAVING & SCULPTURAL
JEWELLERY MICHAEL ‘SCRIM’
STRZALKOWSKI, Tel: 772 5275, sailed the Atlantic to
the West Indies during the 1975-76 yacht charter season
to engage in what would become his main occupation
up to the present day. After acquiring a few whales’ teeth
in the Grenadines he tried his hand at the old sailors’ folk
art of scrimshaw and found that people readily wanted
to buy the work. Over the past 40 odd years he has also
sculpted jewellery pieces cast in silver and gold. Still
working at his studio in Falmouth Harbour, St. John’s and
the island of St. Barths.
Painting by Katie McConnachie
SCULPTURE IN WOOD
Artist and sculptor CARL HENRY, Tel: 562 5386/770
5780, is one of Antigua’s premiere wood sculptors with
over forty years’ experience. Carl created Things Local,
in Nelson’s Dockyard, English Harbour where you can
view wood carvings mainly from Antiguan mahogany, eucalyptus,
almond and other hard, locally grown wood.
Carved fish, turtles, masks, sailboats, warri boards, fruit
bowls and other collectors’ items are but a few of what’s
on offer.
ART GALLERIES
ART AT THE RIDGE, Tel: 728 1558, based at Sugar
Ridge Village, this art gallery and gift shop features a wide
and diverse range of genuine local art and crafts by wellknown
Antiguan artists and craftspeople. Paintings, pottery,
fine art prints and cards, and gorgeous handmade
crafts – great gifts, and souvenirs. Artwork is also displayed
opposite at Sugar Club. They offer a full art gallery
service including exhibitions, private
commissions and viewings.
FIG TREE STUDIO ART GAL -
LERY, Tel: 460 1234/773 4321, is situated
in the heart of the rainforest in the tropical
gardens of the artist, Sallie Harker.
The gallery features a selection of original
oil and watercolour paintings. The
craft section features the work of leading
contemporary Caribbean craftsmen.
Emphasis is on the use of natural materials,
an appreciation for the environment
and traditional skills such as
carving and ceramics. Come and enjoy
good quality original works of art in a
unique setting.
HARMONY HALL ART GAL -
LERY, Tel: 460 4120, features top Antiguan
and Caribbean artists and their
paintings, sculpture and pottery. There
are exhibitions held between November
and May. You can always find exclusive
arts and crafts from all over the
Caribbean.
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Photo by Randy Thomas
THE RHYTHM OF BLUE ART GALLERY, Tel: 770
7888/562 2230, Inspired by a passionate love of the sea,
this collection of original art, created by selected local
and regional artists gives you the opportunity to take
home a slice of paradise! Rhythm of Blue is the showroom
of Nancy Nicholson’s brilliant blue pottery, as well
as hand crafted silver jewellery, sculpture, photography
and a vibrant display of Caribbean paintings. Located on
Dockyard Drive.
THE WORKSHOP STUDIO ART GALLERY, Tel.
764 5594, appointment only. On view are some of Dina’s
De Brozzi Goodenough’s most recent paintings together
with local artists. For private visits and more information
on other Workshop activities including Saturday night
movies, meditation and life drawing classes, please contact
Dina directly by phone or e-mail dina@dinadebrozzi.com/www.dinadebrozzi.com.
The Workshop is
located in Falmouth, English Harbour.
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Beautiful Barbuda
Photo: Ted Martin
GENERAL INFORMATION
CAPITAL
Codrington Village
POPULATION
1,500
BARBUDA INFORMATION
Barbuda Council, Tel: 460 0077
Barbuda Tourism Dept., Tel: 562 7065/6
COMMERCIAL BANKS
AND FINANCIAL SERVICES
Antigua Commercial Bank, Tel: 481 4215
ELECTRICITY
220 volts however 110 volts are available
at some locations (check in advance)
HOSPITAL/PHARMACY
Hanna Thomas Hospital and Pharmacy,
Tel: 460 0076
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GETTING HERE
Welcome to Barbuda – the
warmth and sincerity of these
words touch the heart as you arrive
- whether you have come by
boat or plane. By boat it will take
you approximately 90 minutes or
fifteen minutes by air. Alternatively,
you can get to Barbuda by
helicopter or sailboat –
whichever, the welcome is always
the same!
Barbuda Express,
Tel: 560 7989
Caribbean Helicopters,
Tel: 460 5900
Nicholson Yacht Charters,
Tel: 460 1530
SVG Air, Tel: 562 7183
Remember to carry your passport
as identification in order to travel
to Barbuda from Antigua.
Photo: Ted Martin
GETTING AROUND
A ten minute drive from the dock
or the airport is the capital, Codrington
Village. You can either
take a taxi, rent a car, or if you have
organised a tour, your tour guide will
pick you up from the dock or airport
and take you to wherever you want
to go.
BICYCLE /KAYAK RENTALS
Jonathon Perriera,
Tel: 773 9599/784 5717
CAR RENTAL
Andrea Christian, Tel: 775 0168
Extra Car Rental, Tel: 726 0408
Linton Thomas, Tel: 721 2796
TAXI SERVICE
Dalma DeSouza, Tel: 724 2829
Devon DeSouza, Tel: 771 9444
Extra Taxi Service, Tel: 726 0408
Linton Thomas, Tel: 721 2796
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WHERE TO STAY
THE BUS STOP
GUEST HOUSE
Codrington, Tel: 721 2796
A ten-minute drive from the ferry dock
and two minutes walk into town – a
perfect example of good value for
money with two comfortable, air-conditioned
suites and a very friendly
owner, Linton Thomas. He will ensure
that your stay in Barbuda always brings
back wonderful memories.
COCO POINT RESORT
Tel: 462 3816
A very exclusive private hotel with 35
beachfront rooms on a spectacular
pinkish/white sandy beach, which is
the resort’s centrepiece. There are watersports,
sumptious meals with sunsets
supreme, and an array of evening
stars that don’t have to compete with
the lights of civilization. Open from
December to the end of April.
LIGHTHOUSE BAY RESORT
Low Bay, Tel: 720 7559/8458
A luxurious, fully appointed escape
from the challenges of every day living.
Guests can expect privacy, peace
and pampering. With breathtaking
views of the turquoise Caribbean Sea
- unwind, relax and enjoy 17 miles of
pristine pink and white sand beach.
This paradise destination caters to
your every pleasure.
NORTH BEACH COTTAGES
North Beach, Tel: 721 3317
Several small cottages situated
around a main pavilion and kitchen
in what can only be described as the
ultimate getaway – surrounded by
crystal clear waters and sandy
beaches in every direction. There is
excellent snorkelling, fly fishing and
all other forms of light tackle sport
fishing available. The cottages can
only be accessed by boat.

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ISLAND GUEST HOUSE, Tel: 720 2629
PALM TREE GUEST HOUSE, Tel: 784 4331
EATING & LIMING
In Codrington you can find quaint little restaurants, bars,
outside grills and of course Burton’s General Store. Tasty
homemade lunches/dinners of fresh fish, conch, sweet
potatoes, plantain and peas and rice are always on offer.
Ask anyone and they will direct you to the nearest restaurant,
grocery shop or barbeque grill. It is completely safe
to set out on foot for your evening meal and perhaps
meet up for a chat on the street corner with the locals.
Cold beer at reasonable prices and good conversations
can be had at all the bars in Codrington where there are
always plenty of stories to hear. No better way to spend
a relaxing evening. There is not a lot of organised entertainment
but check the calendar of events with the Barbuda
Tourism Office.
shirts, maps and information. Drop by for a drink and
chat about the island. We are not always there – might
be on the beach or at the shop – but everyone in Barbuda
knows where the ArtCafé is and taxi drivers will find us.
ZABETH HANDICRAFT
CENTRE
Codrington, Tel: 562 7065/6
Well worth a visit. Ask for Teresa or Louise who will show
you a wide range of Barbudan made jewellery, ornaments,
bags and locally printed t-shirts – excellent gift
ideas and mementos to take home.
TOUR OPERATORS/GUIDES
FISHING/DIVING/WATERSPORTS
George ‘Prophet’ Burton, Tel: 788 8387
Calvin Gore (Outback Tours), Tel: 721 1972
Linton Thomas, Tel: 721 2796
Its a Bit Fishy Restaurant,
Tel: 772 3525
Outback Restaurant,
Tel: 721 3280
Uncle Roddy’s Restaurant,
Tel: 785 3268
Wanda’s Grill, Tel: 725 2571
SOUVENIRS
THE ARTCAFÉ
Just outside of Codrington,
Tel: 460 0434
Open most days except Sunday for
crafts, silk paintings, hand-painted t-
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