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Holidays to Antigua promise an island paradise filled with sunny blue skies, white sand beaches and lovely historic harbours to explore.

A dream for beach lovers, Antigua is nicknamed the land of 365 beaches because it boasts a different stretch of sand for every day of the year.

There are also plenty of sights to explore if you wanted to add a little more action to your relaxing Antigua holiday. Indian Town National Park offers great hiking trails and Shirley Heights provides breathtaking panoramic views of English Harbour. English Harbour is the only Georgian dockyard in the world and is a lovely place to relax, dine and admire the elegant yachts.

Trailfinders offers a range of Antigua holidays and our expert travel consultants are a mine of information about what to do here, often with first-hand travel experience. Whether you want to explore Antigua on an all inclusive holiday, a family friendly holiday or in a luxury Caribbean villa – they are the perfect people to ask.
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ANTIGUA HOLIDAY DEALS & SPECIAL OFFERS

Below is a selection of some of our best Antigua special offers.
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HOW TO GET AROUND ANTIGUA

With plenty of incredible beaches, lovely bays and resorts catering to all budgets and group sizes, Antigua is a perfect destination for a relaxing beach holiday. Choose a single resort stay or ask our expert travel consultants to tailormake your perfect package holiday.

Our Antigua beach holidays range from great value all inclusive holidays, to family beach holidays and for those wanting more space and greater privacy, villa holidays. If you're celebrating that special day, where better to get married than on a beautiful beach with your toes in the sand.

OUR RECOMMENDED HOTELS IN ANTIGUA

We feature a great range of accommodation in Antigua, with something to suit all budgets. Maybe you’re looking for a romantic couples only retreat or a boutique gem located in historic English Harbour? Or perhaps it’s a family friendly resort with a range of facilities and superb dining options.

What you won’t find here are thousands of Antigua hotels to wade through. We have done the hard work for you and selected the best places to stay and our travel consultants are on hand to help, often with first-hand experience.
Blue Waters Resort & Spa
Blue Waters Resort & Spa
4 plus star

Antigua

Nestled on the north west coast, this intimate property provides a very Caribbean welcome to Antigua.
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Galley Bay Resort & Spa
Galley Bay Resort & Spa
4 plus star

Antigua

Situated in lush tropical gardens enclosed by a secluded white sand beach and saltwater lagoon abundant with birdlife, this intimate adults only retreat offers the perfect balance of relaxation and activity.
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St James's Club & Villas
St James's Club & Villas
4 star

Antigua

Set on a secluded peninsula with two white sand beaches, St James’s Club & Villas boasts a fun, laidback Caribbean vibe.
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The Inn At English Harbour
The Inn At English Harbour
4 plus star

Antigua

Trailfinders View Located in historic English Harbour overlooking the picturesque waters of the Caribbean Sea, this intimate hotel blends traditional colonial style with contemporary comforts that capture Antigua’s rich maritime heritage.
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Carlisle Bay
Carlisle Bay
5 star

Antigua

Found on one of Antigua’s most beautiful beaches, this fabulous hotel sits on the island’s unspoilt south coast against a backdrop of rolling hills and lush tropical rainforest.
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COCOS Hotel
COCOS Hotel
4 star

Antigua

Perched on a bluff overlooking the stunning turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea, this romantic adults only hotel boasts a unique collection of authentic Antiguan cottages with a welcoming atmosphere and friendly service.
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WHERE TO GO IN ANTIGUA

Each area of Antigua boasts its own attractions and with a rich maritime history, pretty harbours and 365 beaches there is plenty to see if you wanted to add a bit of exploration to your relaxing beach holiday.

Take a look at the tiles below the Antigua map for more details on the must-see places to visit. Alternatively, if you are looking for some inspiration, give us a call and speak to one of our expert travel consultants.
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St John’s
St John’s
This lively capital is best explored on foot where you can meander through its network of streets and discover duty free shopping.
English Harbour
English Harbour
This fully restored harbour is the only Georgian dockyard in the world and nowadays is a lovely place to relax, dine and admire the boats.
Indian Town National Park
Indian Town National Park
Great for hiking and birding and home to Devil's Bridge, this national park features striking limestone scenery.
Shirley Heights
Shirley Heights
One of Antigua’s most popular attractions, Shirley Heights offers stunning panoramic views over English Harbour and a lively sunset barbecue on Sundays.

WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO VISIT ANTIGUA?

The Caribbean enjoys a tropical climate with warm weather all year round. However, the best time to visit Antigua is during the drier months which is generally December to July where you can expect pleasant temperatures, lower humidity and minimal rainfall.

Antigua Top Tips From Our Travel Experts

Lois Townsend - Antigua expert
Lois Townsend

Take a snorkel trip to shipwrecks full of tropical fish where you can also swim with turtles!

Stephen Pain - Antigua expert
Stephen Pain

Make sure you experience English Harbour, a fully restored Georgian dockyard. Now a hub of bars and restaurants it is a great place to relax and admire the impressive boats moored there.

Abbi Harris - Antigua expert
Abbi Harris

Every Sunday on the south coast on a clifftop called Shirley Heights, there is an event where locals prepare traditional Caribbean food and there is a live steel band overlooking one of the best views on the island. Most hotels will arrange taxis to and from, and it's suitable for families, friends or couples of any age.

Antigua Fast Facts

Time Zone: Antigua is 4 hours behind GMT and does not observe daylight savings

Flight Time to Antigua: Flights to Antigua take approximately 9 hours

Currency: Eastern Caribbean Dollar (XCD). US Dollars (USD) are also widely used. ATM's can be found in larger towns and resorts will accept credit/debit cards

Tipping: Tipping in Antigua is customary but not obligatory. A 10% tip for service staff is usually sufficient

Language: The national language of Antigua is English

Visa: No visa required (Irish passport holders).


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