Antigua Travel Guide — Expert Picks & Planning
Antigua claims a beach for every day of the year — 365 stretches of sand surrounding an island steeped in British naval heritage.
365 beaches and yacht-harbor charm
Antigua claims a beach for every day of the year — 365 stretches of sand surrounding an island steeped in British naval heritage. Nelson's Dockyard, English Harbour, and Jumby Bay Island combine colonial history with contemporary Caribbean luxury.
Antigua at a glance
- Region: Caribbean
- Best time to visit: December through April for dry season
- Climate: Tropical, 25–30°C year-round
- Currency: East Caribbean Dollar (USD widely accepted)
Why Antigua earns its reputation
- Jumby Bay Island — 300-acre private island resort by Oetker Collection
- English Harbour and Nelson's Dockyard — UNESCO World Heritage naval base
- Curtain Bluff — the all-inclusive that defined Caribbean luxury
- Antigua Sailing Week draws superyachts from around the globe
Defining experiences in Antigua
Jumby Bay Island
Private island with bicycles, pristine beaches, and total seclusion.
Nelson's Dockyard
Private tour of the restored Georgian naval base with harbor views.
Sailing Excursion
Private yacht charter around the island's 365 beaches.
Stingray City
Snorkel with southern stingrays in shallow turquoise waters.
Shirley Heights Sunset
Sunday party at the hilltop lookout with rum punch and steel bands.
A sample Antigua itinerary
- Day 1: Arrival, Jumby Bay ferry, island check-in, beach sunset
- Day 2: Beach hopping by boat, snorkeling, picnic lunch
- Day 3: Nelson's Dockyard tour, sailing excursion, English Harbour dinner
- Day 4: Stingray City, Shirley Heights sunset, farewell dinner
- Day 5: Morning beach, departure
Before booking: rooms
Layout and sleeping arrangements
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View, privacy and access
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What the rate includes
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