Antigua and Barbuda Travel Guide
365 beaches, colonial harbours, and pristine Caribbean waters.
Key Facts
Capital: St. John's
Currency: XCD (East Caribbean Dollar)
Language: English
Time Zone: UTC-4
Top Places to Visit
Nelson's Dockyard — The world's only continuously working Georgian dockyard, beautifully restored in English Harbour.
Shirley Heights — Former military lookout with sweeping views over English Harbour. Famous for Sunday afternoon parties.
Dickenson Bay — Calm turquoise waters on the northwest coast with resorts, water sports, and beachside restaurants.
Half Moon Bay — A sweeping crescent of pink-tinged sand on the wilder southeast coast, ideal for body surfing.
Devil's Bridge — Dramatic sea arch carved by Atlantic waves at Indian Town Point, a protected national park.
Local Food
Fungee and Pepperpot — Cornmeal-based fungee paired with a rich okra and salted-meat stew — the national dish.
Ducana — Sweet potato and coconut dumpling wrapped in banana leaf and steamed.
Saltfish — Salted cod sautéed with tomatoes, onions, and peppers — a staple breakfast and lunch dish.
Rum Punch — Antiguan rum punch blends local rum with tropical fruit juices, nutmeg, and Angostura bitters.
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