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Antigua & Barbuda

The islands of Antigua & Barbuda were once Great Britain's most important Caribbean base. The Nelson’s Dockyard, the only existing Georgian naval dockyard in the world, was England’s most important naval outpost in the Caribbean. Antigua is a must visit for the nature lovers. The island is home to an impressive 365 strands of sand from where you can take in the views of the coastline with its safe harbors, pristine beaches, and unbroken views of the coral reef.

Head to Barbuda if you are looking for some peace and quiet. Here you can experience nature's healing power at its best. The island is still untouched by progress, and more than the humans, the principal inhabitants here are the graceful frigate birds.  

Things to see in Antigua and Barbuda

• Nelson's Dockyard: Built in 1725, England's most important yard in the Caribbean carries the imprints of the times gone by. The buildings here still have signposts with their dates of origin. There is a museum in the Naval Officer’s House, which gives an insight to the history of the area. In April, the dockyard comes alive with the annual Sailing Week. The event sees the participation of more than 1,500 sailors who compete in making a roundtrip from Dockyard to Dickenson Bay and back.
• Antigua and Barbuda Museum: Located in St. John's, this museum has artifacts like ancient stone pendants and flint knives. Also on display is a cricket bat belonging to Sir Vivian Richards, one of the island's greatest athletes.
• Redcliffe Quay: There are several historic buildings here, which now form a retail village. These buildings originally housed a slave-trading yard.
• Antigua's sugar mills: Venture into the country side and you will come across around some hundred towers that are the remnants of Antigua’s sugar mills. Two mills, which were founded in 1650s at Betty’s Hope have been restored and are in working condition.
• Frigate Bird Sanctuary: The place is a must visit for the bird lovers. Located in Codrington Lagoon, Barbuda, the sanctuary houses the unique frigate birds, which spend most of their time in the air because they can’t walk or swim.

Dining in Antigua and Barbuda

• Russell's at Fort St. James: Located in Antigua, this place is a restored Fort with a spectacular view. There is live music on the weekends. The place is pretty secluded and the local food it serves is simply out of this world.
• O.J's Beach Bar & Restaurant at Crab Hill: The restaurant has everything to give you a perfect Caribbean dining experience; good food, splendid beach views and a spectacular sunset.  
• Harmony Hall at Brown's Bay: This is a must visit for wonderful Italian food. The place also has a unique sugar mill bar.

Entertainment and Nightlife

• Abracadabra Restaurant and Disco-Bar: Located in Antigua, this place is much in demand for its excellent Italian fare in an elegant yet laid-back ambiance. In the late evenings, the deck bar under the stars and coconut palms is transformed into a lively late night dance spot.
• King's Casino Antigua: Located close to the cruise ship docks in Antigua this casino has a gamut of gaming options including blackjack, craps, roulette, slots, stud poker and more. There are complimentary drinks for the players.

Golfing in Antigua

• Cedar Valley Golf Club: This is an 18 hole, par 69 championship course of 5,932 undulating yards. The golf course is the venue for the Antigua Open.
• Jolly Harbour Golf Club: This is a newly reconstructed par 7118-hole championship course near the Jolly Harbour Marina The course is set in tropical parkland and incorporates a number of lakes.