Antigua is a must-visit destination for travelers seeking a laid-back Caribbean experience. The city is famous for its stunning white sand beaches, crystal-clear waters, and tropical climate that offer year-round sunshine. While in St. John’s, don’t miss the opportunity to explore the colorful streets of the city, where you’ll find charming local shops, restaurants, and bars. Additionally, the city is home to historic landmarks like St. John’s Cathedral, which dates back to the 17th century, making it a perfect destination for history buffs as well.
Antigua’s shoreline is washed almost exclusively by the Caribbean Sea and is hugged by 95 miles of superb coastline. Her sister Barbuda, is surrounded by protective reefs and features a large lagoon and Frigate Bird sanctuary. The islands are best known for their friendly and welcoming people, pink and white-sandy beaches, crystal clear waters, and the most satisfying and enjoyable climate in the world.
Antigua’s corrugated coasts cradle hundreds of perfect little coves lapped by beguiling enamel-blue water, while the sheltered bays have provided refuge for everyone from Admiral Nelson to buccaneers and yachties. If you can tear yourself away from that towel, you’ll discover that there’s a distinct English accent to this island. You’ll find it in the bustling capital of St John’s, in salty-glamorous English Harbour, and the historical forts and other vestiges of the colonial past. Yet, Antigua is also the quintessential Caribbean, full of candy-colored villages, a rum-infused mellowness, and engaging locals who’ll greet you with wide smiles.
After a 90-minute walk through the rainforest (or by a far shorter stony path from Springhill Riding Stables in Falmouth) you’ll arrive at one of Antigua’s loveliest beaches. Because of its remoteness, you’ll usually be alone here, or sharing with a couple of other adventurous romantics. The rainforest path starts near the Wallings Reservoir off Fig Tree Dr but is not signposted, so ask for directions locally. From Falmouth, follow the road past the stables uphill and just keep going.
