In 1784, Admiral Horatio Nelson, noted the warm, steady winds, complex coastline of safe harbours and protective, nearly unbroken wall of coral reef in Antigua and decided it was a perfect place to base his British fleets. Today, it’s the prefect base for your holiday. Not only is there a beautiful white beach for every day of the year but the coral reefs, once the bane of enemy ships, attract snorkellers and scuba divers from all over the world. Courtesy of the Trade Winds, the island is also home one of the world's foremost maritime events, Sailing Week.
Accommodation
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Blue Waters
For those looking for a family run, traditional Caribbean resort, Blue Waters is hard to beat. Well established as one of Antigua’s grande dames, the resort has undergone a complete refurbishment programme.
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Carlisle Bay
Situated on a stunning beach on the undeveloped south coast of Antigua lies Carlisle Bay. Designed and owned by renowned hotelier, Gordon Campbell Grey, Carlisle Bay is a stunning addition to the Antigua hotel scene.
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Curtain Bluff
One of the region’s longest established five star resorts, Curtain Bluff sits between two sandy beaches on the south coast of Antigua.
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Jumby Bay, A Rosewood Resort
Lying just off the coast of Antigua, is the private island resort of Jumby Bay. Managed by the prestigious Rosewood Hotels and Resorts, this tiny little island is the ultimate Caribbean hideaway.
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Hermitage Bay
Hermitage Bay hotel in Antigua features just 25 individual Cottage Suites landscaped into the natural beauty of a perfect bay and hillside of tropical gardens.
