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Antigua |
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| Folklore says Antigua, in the heart of the Lesser Antilles, has a beach for every day of the year. We haven't counted but, rest assured, there's no shortage of quiet coves and impressive stretches of powder white sand here.
At every corner there's British history dating back to the 1600s when pirates and sugarcane ruled the region. Ruins at Parham, the original capital, date back to the 1700s. And St. John's, the "new" capital, features historic buildings, island-eclectic architecture, impressive museums and stately cathedrals plus an assortment of interesting boutiques and quaint restaurants.
Drive out of town to take in the views. Antigua is casual, yet elegant with remnants of old world plantation life at every turn, plus fine dining, good nightclubs and fancy shops with duty free prices.
Resorts of all kinds dot the coast -- from clubby complexes, some with golf and tennis, to quaint marina-side restorations tucked among pubs and shops at Nelson's Dockyard, an established world-class sailing and yacht-racing center.
Expansive, modern properties offer fabulous facilities, island-style entertainment and bustling casinos. And watersports are on everyone's activities list. Escape even further to Barbuda, 25 miles north -- chic, remote and short on hotels but long on seabirds. Investigate one or more of 200 underwater wrecks or enjoy the island's wildlife sanctuaries. The rich and famous find Barbuda especially appealing.
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What To See & Do |
Dining:
Some hotels require men to wear slacks (no jeans) and a (polo) shirt with a collar (no t-shirts). Usual practice for tipping is 10% if no service charge has been added. Restaurants ranging in wide variety of prices, locations and dishes.
Nightlife:
Entertainment available includes nightclubs & casinos. Ongoing island activities and events also offer nightly entertainment.
Shopping:
The main shopping areas within St. Johns are at Heritage and Redcliffe Quay. Other stores operate in St. Johns. Locally produced items Artwork. Cavalier Rum. Clothing. Hot pepper sauces. Pottery. Straw. All natural products (such as soaps and candles), honey, marmalades, jams, jewelry, tailor made couturiere clothing and woodcarvings.
Sightseeing:
Museum, art galleries, Harmony Hall (art gallery with restaurant and nearby beach), glass bottom boat trips, visit to the fruit, vegetable and newly opened craft market, a visit to the Antigua Black Pineapple fields, Parham village and visits to renovated forts and sites, such as Nelson's Dockyard and Shirley's Heights. Tours: (Day) tours to nature island Barbuda, accessible via airplane and high speed catamaran. Barbuda attractions include: the Frigate Bird Colony, Martello Tower, Castle Hill, Highland Hill, Bryant Cave and many other caves. Snorkeling, scuba diving, turtle watching, bone fishing, horseback riding, hiking, cycling and herbal tours are some of the many other activities to do. Tours to other neighboring islands, such as 'volcano' island Montserrat and Dominica (the island of rivers and waterfalls).
Sports:
Hiking, mini golf, hashing and martial arts. Fitness, golf, tennis, basketball, cricket. Spectator sports: Soccer and beach volleyball. Watersports include swimming, snorkeling, diving, night diving, deep-sea fishing, sailing, para sailing, kite surfing, water aerobics, and windsurfing.
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Country Profile |
Geography:
Located 17 degrees N, 61 degrees W, Antigua is 108 sq mls with low undulating hills, rising slightly in the south. The heavily indented coastline provides many bays & harbours. Highest point is Boggy Peak, 1,319 ft high. Barbuda is a coral island, 62 sq mls and its low lying terrain is covered with low growing vegetation. The island of Barbuda is located 32 miles northeast of Antigua. Barbuda is 62 sq mls, its highest point is 211 ft above sea level; this area is called the Highland Hills. Barbuda boasts beaches, which are among the best in the world..beaches of finest white and pink powdery sand (from the tiny pink coral shells).
Time:
EST +1. GMT 4.
Climate:
Average temperatures High/Low: Summer 85/77 degrees. Winter 82/75 degrees. Average annual rainfall 45 inches
Electricity:
Part of the island is 110 volts; the remainder is 220 volts on 60 cycles. Most hotels carry dual voltage.
Transportation:
Driving is on the left hand side of the road. Rentals available include Cars. Bicycles. Mopeds. Jeeps. Temporary license/permit requirements Presentation of a valid foreign driver's license. Cost is US$20.00. Local services Taxi are also available. Guided tours can be arranged. Local bus service available to all major villages. Boat charters. Airline. Many tour companies offer regular and tailored island trips. Tours to neighboring islands can be arranged with boat/airline charters and scheduled trips. Visiting Barbuda: Carib Aviation has two daily round trip flights to Barbuda from Antigua, morning and evening.
Pet Regulations:
No pets allowed except coming from an approved quarantined area. Please contact the Government Vet. Officer at the Government Veterinary Clinic at Tel/Fax: 268-1759 for further details and inquiries.
Religion/Churches:
Christian churches; over more than 25 church denomination on island. Times of service available directly via the churches and via most hotel Guest Services Desks
Medical Facilities:
24 hours casualty service. Doctors on call at most hotels. Emergency dental facilities. Pharmaceutical services.
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