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Antigua, Leeward Islands
A 10 by 14-mile, flat speck of green, with a 1,300 ft.
high ancient volcanic cupola -- Boggy Peak -- Antigua is
one of the most compelling islands in the Caribbean,
boasting 365 soft white sand beaches fringed by
beckoning palm trees, and excellent anchorages. By the
year 1600, huge sugar cane plantations were a source of
grand income.
Pirates loved the tiny isle so much that England sent
its finest expeditionary force to build an invincible stone
fortress and stop piracy, in 1723.
The Royal Navy's fort still stands. Its commander
was young Horatio Nelson, who later became England's
most legendary Admiral. Nelson's Dockyard in English
Harbour is a not be missed attraction; a step back to the
times when England ruled the seas. Massive stone
columns mark the spot. Just the opening gun...
Antigua today is hot sauce at a Shirley Heights
barbecue, throbbing steel bands, grilled chicken, and
breathtaking views of the magic Caribbean Sea.
The beach nearest St. Johns, the capital, is Fort
James. It draws crowds on weekends; but since there's
a different beach for every day of the year, take your
pick from Trafalgar, Deep Bay Beach, Hawksbill,
Soldier’s Bay, Half Moon Bay, Galleon, etc., etc., etc.
There are also numerous fine places to stay, starting
off with Travel & Leisure Magazine's #1 ranked resort,
the private island getaway Jumby Bay, as best in the
entire Caribbean.
It's actually a couple of miles off Antigua's shoreline,
but many more follow closely on its sugar-sand heels.
Those include family-oriented beach houses, small
hotels, sailing academies, and full capacity resorts, with
kitchens ranked by Great Chefs of the Caribbean.
A noteworthy small lodging is the Catamaran Hotel, at
English Harbour, offering affordable accommodation; a
waterfront hotel at the home of Antigua Race Week.
However, for many visitors, Antigua is about Sailing.
Antigua's Rolex Sailing Week at April's end is revered
throughout the yachting world. Choose from Classic
yacht to Megayacht, to the Antigua Cup Superyacht
Regatta.
The Red Stripe Regatta is in Feb.; Jolly Harbour
Regatta launches in Sept.; among numerous others. All
levels of sailing instruction are available. Any sailor
who'd like to crew on a racing yacht can tune the radio
to English Harbour to hear about opportunities.
This year's Antigua Charter Yacht Show was its 45th
edition, featuring 90 yachts for charter, from 40 ft.up to
289 ft. Whatever may suit your pocket..
Sail Away
There are true jewels for island and sailing
aficianodos, offering guest rooms including suites,
villas, with special programs for families with children.
Some are full resorts, but the main attraction is sailing,
with yacht charters by yourself (bare-boating) or with a
licensed captain and cook.
There's also flotilla sailing -- groups of 10 to 12 boats
led by a professional staff Captain.
Guests can spend a few days boning up on sailing
skills at several resorts, then venture off on their own to
island hop, or “gunk-hole” at neighboring bays and islets
in a selection of yachts from 35 to 51 ft.
Several comprehensive, world-class marine facilities
here are equipped for repairs and maintenance.
Land based operations also offer water toys, wind-
surfers, dinghies, inner tube rides, scuba and snorkeling.
Hotel operators here also boast resorts in the Greek Isles
and the Turkish Aegean Coast, plus more in dozens of
other countries.
Most hotels are electronically up to date, with direct
dial phones and satellite TV, while several offer Wi-Fi
service as well, and more to come.
Fishing charters are available for green dolphin,
wahoo, mackerel, snapper, grouper, you name it.
Antigua's Sport Fishing Tournament in May/June is a
draw for the world's top anglers.
Diving and snorkeling equipment are popular at St.
Johns and English Harbour, to mingle with the endless
varieties of marine life. Reef diving sites are -60 ft.to
+100 ft.depths. Instruction for beginners and up.
There are two 18 hole golf courses on the island, at
Cedar Valley and Jolly Beach. Most hotels feature tennis,
with several flood-lit courts at English Harbour and St.
James’s Club. A fine French Restaurant, too.
Cricket is the national sport, but sailing is king, with
enormous large yacht regattas year-round. At the end of
July is Antigua’s “Jouvert” when carnival and steel
bands parade throughout the island.
The Siboneys and Arawaks lived here before
Columbus sailed by in 1493. He named the island after a
Seville monument. Due to Great Britain's vigilance, the
isle made it through the multiple wars and occupations
of others, and was under British rule until 1967.
The Spanish word for "ancient," -- it's pronounced An-
tee-gah -- but it's very up to date. An island you'll want
to return to often. #
For More, Link to:
http://www.antigua-barbuda.org 212-541-4117
A 10 by 14-mile, flat speck of green, with a 1,300 ft.
high ancient volcanic cupola -- Boggy Peak -- Antigua is
one of the most compelling islands in the Caribbean,
boasting 365 soft white sand beaches fringed by
beckoning palm trees, and excellent anchorages. By the
year 1600, huge sugar cane plantations were a source of
grand income.
Pirates loved the tiny isle so much that England sent
its finest expeditionary force to build an invincible stone
fortress and stop piracy, in 1723.
The Royal Navy's fort still stands. Its commander
was young Horatio Nelson, who later became England's
most legendary Admiral. Nelson's Dockyard in English
Harbour is a not be missed attraction; a step back to the
times when England ruled the seas. Massive stone
columns mark the spot. Just the opening gun...
Antigua today is hot sauce at a Shirley Heights
barbecue, throbbing steel bands, grilled chicken, and
breathtaking views of the magic Caribbean Sea.
The beach nearest St. Johns, the capital, is Fort
James. It draws crowds on weekends; but since there's
a different beach for every day of the year, take your
pick from Trafalgar, Deep Bay Beach, Hawksbill,
Soldier’s Bay, Half Moon Bay, Galleon, etc., etc., etc.
There are also numerous fine places to stay, starting
off with Travel & Leisure Magazine's #1 ranked resort,
the private island getaway Jumby Bay, as best in the
entire Caribbean.
It's actually a couple of miles off Antigua's shoreline,
but many more follow closely on its sugar-sand heels.
Those include family-oriented beach houses, small
hotels, sailing academies, and full capacity resorts, with
kitchens ranked by Great Chefs of the Caribbean.
A noteworthy small lodging is the Catamaran Hotel, at
English Harbour, offering affordable accommodation; a
waterfront hotel at the home of Antigua Race Week.
However, for many visitors, Antigua is about Sailing.
Antigua's Rolex Sailing Week at April's end is revered
throughout the yachting world. Choose from Classic
yacht to Megayacht, to the Antigua Cup Superyacht
Regatta.
The Red Stripe Regatta is in Feb.; Jolly Harbour
Regatta launches in Sept.; among numerous others. All
levels of sailing instruction are available. Any sailor
who'd like to crew on a racing yacht can tune the radio
to English Harbour to hear about opportunities.
This year's Antigua Charter Yacht Show was its 45th
edition, featuring 90 yachts for charter, from 40 ft.up to
289 ft. Whatever may suit your pocket..
Sail Away
There are true jewels for island and sailing
aficianodos, offering guest rooms including suites,
villas, with special programs for families with children.
Some are full resorts, but the main attraction is sailing,
with yacht charters by yourself (bare-boating) or with a
licensed captain and cook.
There's also flotilla sailing -- groups of 10 to 12 boats
led by a professional staff Captain.
Guests can spend a few days boning up on sailing
skills at several resorts, then venture off on their own to
island hop, or “gunk-hole” at neighboring bays and islets
in a selection of yachts from 35 to 51 ft.
Several comprehensive, world-class marine facilities
here are equipped for repairs and maintenance.
Land based operations also offer water toys, wind-
surfers, dinghies, inner tube rides, scuba and snorkeling.
Hotel operators here also boast resorts in the Greek Isles
and the Turkish Aegean Coast, plus more in dozens of
other countries.
Most hotels are electronically up to date, with direct
dial phones and satellite TV, while several offer Wi-Fi
service as well, and more to come.
Fishing charters are available for green dolphin,
wahoo, mackerel, snapper, grouper, you name it.
Antigua's Sport Fishing Tournament in May/June is a
draw for the world's top anglers.
Diving and snorkeling equipment are popular at St.
Johns and English Harbour, to mingle with the endless
varieties of marine life. Reef diving sites are -60 ft.to
+100 ft.depths. Instruction for beginners and up.
There are two 18 hole golf courses on the island, at
Cedar Valley and Jolly Beach. Most hotels feature tennis,
with several flood-lit courts at English Harbour and St.
James’s Club. A fine French Restaurant, too.
Cricket is the national sport, but sailing is king, with
enormous large yacht regattas year-round. At the end of
July is Antigua’s “Jouvert” when carnival and steel
bands parade throughout the island.
The Siboneys and Arawaks lived here before
Columbus sailed by in 1493. He named the island after a
Seville monument. Due to Great Britain's vigilance, the
isle made it through the multiple wars and occupations
of others, and was under British rule until 1967.
The Spanish word for "ancient," -- it's pronounced An-
tee-gah -- but it's very up to date. An island you'll want
to return to often. #
For More, Link to:
http://www.antigua-barbuda.org 212-541-4117
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