If you want to discover the natural beauty of the country, this is one of the places you should visit first. Local people believe that this bridge was built by demons and the name comes from here. According to another story, the slaves brought from Africa came to this bridge and committed suicide. The Frigate Bird Sanctuary, located on the northwestern tip of Barbuda, is the largest bird park in the Caribbean, with nearly , birds.
You can only get here by boat. When you come here, the first thing you will notice is sea birds. These birds are known for their bright red throats and one and a half meter wings. There are also many bird species.
You can see here many birds that you have not seen or heard in your life. It is one of the most beautiful places in the world for bird watching. There are many historical relics, information, documents and photographs about the history of the island in the museum.
The beach in Half Moon Bay, situated quite close to Freetown village on the south east coast of Antigua Island, is the most beautiful beach on the island. You can not take the pleasure of sea, sand and sun anywhere so beautifully.
English Harbor has played a very important role throughout history. Today, this role is still going on. Unfortunately, after much research , it became clear that swimming with stingrays in Antigua was not something we could endorse.
And, after hearing some of the experiences of members of our group that did engage in it tourists picking up stingray out of the water and posing for photos for example , our concerns were reinforced. Instead, contribute to the Antiguan economy by going out snorkelling or diving to see Stingrays acting naturally. Our stay in Antigua happened to coincide with one of the biggest weeks for tourism on the island - Sailing Week.
In fact, this annual seven day extravaganza is one of the most famous regattas in the world, known for its spectacular racing and, naturally in a country of rum, its serious partying.
Should you plan to visit in one the other 52 weeks of the year however, do not fear - there's still plenty of opportunity to feel the wind in your hair and salt-spray on your face. What not get a group together and charter a sailing boat for the day they also run half-day excursions. Traditionally, the most popular time to visit is December to April; the dry season, when you should expect nothing but bright blue skies and endless sun although it is worth noting that this period also coincides with busy beaches and significantly higher prices.
We visited in May, and the weather was pleasantly hot each day with only a handful of showers and the odd cloudy day. It is generally advised to avoid travel between August and October when there is a high risk of hurricanes.
Anyone who is aware of what happened in the Caribbean late will be aware that hurricanes in this part of the world are not to be taken lightly. Long-time readers of Along Dusty Roads will know that Emily is a hot sauce addict; Antigua was therefore her happy place. Please note that some links on our site are affiliate links.
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All Inclusive is King Without a doubt, most visitors to Antigua come to indulge in one of the island's fantastic all inclusive resorts. You Should Absolutely Rent a Car Two of our favourite days in Antigua involved us renting our own wheels and driving all over the island in search of its best beaches, best landscapes, and local life and rhythms.
Sailing is a big deal Our stay in Antigua happened to coincide with one of the biggest weeks for tourism on the island - Sailing Week. Mount Obama is named after… President Barack Obama. The Best Time to Visit Antigua Traditionally, the most popular time to visit is December to April; the dry season, when you should expect nothing but bright blue skies and endless sun although it is worth noting that this period also coincides with busy beaches and significantly higher prices.
They make a mean hot sauce Long-time readers of Along Dusty Roads will know that Emily is a hot sauce addict; Antigua was therefore her happy place. Like it? With low average rainfall and relatively lower humidity levels, Antigua weather and climate is one of the most envied, and even admired, in the Caribbean. With a circumference of about 55 miles, and multitple natural anchorages along the way, Antigua is one of those places you can sail around in a day.
A great way to sail around the island would be taking boat tours so you can explore the spectacular landscape and other attractions here. Antigua is located towards the eastern part of the Caribbean and is a major sailing center. In fact, if you're staying at Sandals Grand Antigua , there are plenty of opportunities for boat tours. In addition to sailing, Antigua has numerous sights to see and water sports you can enjoy, if you're willing to adventure a bit.
Some of the best examples of historic preservation in the entire Caribbean region can be found in Antigua. Other historic sites on the island include St. As mentioned before, the Antigua weather is something to marvel at, the food is spectacular, the views are amazing, and the list goes on. Visit this tropical island in the West Indies and have the best vacation experience ever. You know the reasons you need to visit Antigua, now you just have to decide what's holding you back.
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