Antigua has sun. It has sand. But that is not all. You can dig your feet into soft beaches, then dig into stories that shaped the island. Walk through the ruins at Fort Barrington or climb up to the views at Shirley Heights. You can explore Nelson’s Dockyard, still busy with boats, but now far quieter than in the days of cannons and sails.

If you like the water, take a boat to Great Bird Island. You will find birds, yes, but also wide skies and calm seas. Or visit Hell’s Gate, where waves cut through rock, and the sea tells its own story. You might not swim through it, but you will stand and watch.  For the green-minded, Wallings Nature Reserve is one place to stop. Trees rise. Walks are easy. There is shade and stillness. Antigua Rainforest Canopy Tour is louder. Ropes and zip lines. Fast thrills. Take your pick.

You can eat where you like — beach shacks or small spots in the capital. Try the saltfish. Try the pepperpot. If you enjoy it, eat more. If not, eat cake. Want space? Head to Half Moon Bay. It curves like its name. The breeze is soft. So is the quiet. You may find only sand, water and your thoughts.

Not every place is perfect. Not every beach is private. But Antigua is open to you, to days that feel slow, and to time that feels full.

Enquire online or call us on 020 3710 6951 to book your Antigua Holidays.