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Exhibitions. Workshops. Art talks. Sip and paints. A Christmas market. If you’re an art lover, this is good as it gets. It’s a “celebration of culture in color,” as the organizers put it.  And the best part? It’s all focused on one of the most beautiful places on earth.  Antigua and Barbuda Art Week, which […]

Two of the world’s most sought after destinations came together this week with the holding of the annual Antigua Barbuda Hamptons Challenge Regatta.  The event brought Antigua’s signature sailing spirt to Long Island, promoting Antigua’s sailing tradition to the Hampton’s ultra-affluent community.  This year’s Regatta saw “perfect weather,” officials said, with the event helping to […]

Beginning in December, the sizzling Caribbean destination of Antigua and Barbuda is set for a major ramp-up of service on American Airlines.  The world’s largest airline is planning to expand its existing Charlotte-Antigua flights to daily nonstop service, Caribbean Journal has learned.  The daily service will officially take effect on Dec. 5, the carrier confirmed.  […]

Some of the best beaches in the world (365 of them, to be exact). A world-class culinary scene. The Caribbean’s greatest concentration of luxury all-inclusive resorts. A vibrant, dynamic cultural offering. And an indescribable, almost curative energy all across the destination, one that just takes your stress level down a few notches and puts you […]

From the world-class resorts in Antigua to the laid-back, beachy charm of neighboring Barbuda, there are quite a few reasons why travelers are flocking to the twin-island paradise, which is seeing record visitor numbers for the destination. Whether you’re looking to plan an active getaway, a classic beach vacation or something in between, here are […]

Antigua and Barbuda native Bernel Simon just flew home in historic fashion — in his new role as an American Airlines captain.  Captain Simon was greeted with a water cannon salute with the arrival of American Airlines flight 2378 fro New York.  In a gesture of national pride, Simon flew the Antigua and Barbuda national flag […]

All-inclusive resorts are more popular than ever, particularly in the Caribbean. The all-inclusive concept just keeps winning over travelers, who have been drawn to the ease, comfort and convenience of the concept. But the biggest thing within the space isn’t the kind of large, all-encompassing resort you might be thinking of. In recent years, it’s […]

American Airlines is adding another daily flight to the buzzing Caribbena island of Antigua this winter, Caribbean Journal has learned.  Beginning Dec. 5, American Airlines will be expanding its Charlotte-Antigua flight to daily nonstop service.  It’s another boost for an island that is already projecting a record year for tourism in 2024.  American Airlines will […]

Antigua and Barbuda tourism is projecting a “record year” in tourist arrivals, buoyed by the recent Antigua and Barbuda Showcase event.  Antigua and Barbuda’s big travel trade event was a big “success,” according to the Antigua and Barbuda Hotels and Tourism Association, which put on the annual event this past week.  The dedicated travel trade […]

It’s the fastest growing sport in America – the world, for that matter, too — for a reason. The ease, fun and tremendous workout pickleball provides have quickly captivated players everywhere — and that includes the Caribbean.  While an increasing number of resorts around the Caribbean and Mexico are starting to develop their pickleball offerings, one […]

Cricket fans in Antigua and Barbuda are reveling in the sun and excitement at Beach 366, a pop-up beach created by the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium. Beach 366 made its debut at the ICC Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup, adding a wave of enjoyment to the games.  This […]

The plunge-pool villas at Hammock Cove. The historic streets of Nelson’s Dockyard. Pool days at Sheer Rocks. Unforgettable honeymoons. Vibrant meals of pepperpot and fungee. Beach bar hopping on the south coast. Endless serenity in Barbuda.  Travelers keep flocking to the 365-beach-strong Antigua and Barbuda, and the surge in visitors has helped lead to what […]

Sunrise Airways has officially embarked on its Eastern Caribbean expansion.  The newly-reinvigorated regional carrier began its new flights to Antigua, St Kitts and Dominica this weekend.  The new routes are part of a broader push in the intra-regional market, operated on Embraer 120 twin-prop service.  The new flights help fill the void left by the […]

Maybe you know about the 365 beaches. Or the spectacular all-inclusive resorts like Hammock Cove, Curtain Bluff and Hermitage Bay. Or the world-class snorkeling. If you don’t, it’s time to start planning your trip to the twin-island paradise of Antigua and Barbuda.  And it’s about to get a whole lot easier.  Delta is set to […]

Longtime Caribbean-based carrier Sunrise Airways is making a big splash in the regional market, Caribbean Journal has learned.  Sunrise Airways, which long operated flights between the US and Haiti, is getting into the fast-expanding regional aviation space, with plans to start a host of new routes in the Eastern Caribbean.  The new network will officially […]

First it was Cancun. Then Punta Cana. Now, Royalton’s CHIC brand, its hip spin on the adults-only all-inclusive concept, has officially debuted on the island of Antigua.  The new 235-room resort is the second Royalton-branded resort in Antigua, a beachfront all-inclusive that’s exclusively for adults.  Royalton CHIC Antigua caters to couples, groups and solo travelers, […]

Sipping on an ice-cold Negroni on a warm Caribbean afternoon, peering out at the super yachts in the Caribbean Sea, a DJ set bumping in the background. This is precisely the purpose of the Caribbean’s newest (and most exciting) rooftop bar. Antigua has a its first cocktail-only bar, and it’s a stunner: the new Negroni […]

From Sheer Rocks to Le Bistro, Nobu Barbuda to Roquita, the dining scene in Antigua and Barbuda has never been buzzier.  Now, the destination’s popular culinary event is back again, with more than 65 restaurants participating for this year’s Antigua and Barbuda Restaurant Week.  It’s yet another boost for a destination that has one of […]

Antigua’s Galley Bay recently opened its new toes-in-the-sand beachfront suites, a collection of 570-square-foot retreats right at the edge of the sand.  Now, Elite Island Resorts has unveiled an inside look at the suites.  They’re a mix of ground-floor rooms where you can step right out onto the beach and second-floor suites with unmatched second-level […]

You’re sitting on one of the most beautiful beaches in the Caribbean, peering out at stunning turquoise. The only thing missing? A freshly-crafted cocktail.  That’s where the new beachside service at Antigua’s Galley Bay resort comes in, an indulgent new amenity for the legendary adults-only all-inclusive resort.  The property has added new beachside service, offering […]

From its seemingly infinite number of perfect white-sand beaches to an enviable collection of luxury all-inclusive resorts to a dynamic culinary scene, there’s a reason travelers are flocking to the twin-island hotspot of Antigua and Barbuda. The big airlines clearly see that too — and the major United States-based carriers are significantly ramping up their […]

We’ve been saying it for years, and we’ll keep saying it: in some ways, the Caribbean is even better in the summer months. The water is warm. It’s a bit less crowded, a little bit quieter. At night, the trade winds cool you down, making it far nicer than it is in any competing summer […]

Antigua’s fast-expanding cruise port just set an all-time record for visitors in a single day, Caribbean Journal has learned. The St John’s port welcomed 15,808 passengers last week, with a total of five different cruise ships in t John’s — along with a sixth ship into Falmouth Harbour. That included Costa Serena, Costa Pacifica, Aida […]

You know the sounds: the gentle lap of the waves, the light shake of a palm tree; the rustle of a palapa. We all feel that connection to the beach. We’re all drawn by its siren sound, that maritime metronome that gives our vacations their rhythm.  At some resorts, though, connecting to the beach is easier […]

Royalton’s newest Caribbean resort is making its debut in Antigua next month, with the launch of the new Royalton CHIC.  The third Royalton CHIC in the Caribbean, the new property is slated to open its doors on April 29, according to Royalton’s Web site.  The 235-room resort is the second Royalton resort on the island, […]

It’s back again: the 55th annual edition of Antigua Sailing Week, the Caribbean’s premier sailing event, which runs this year from April 27 to May 3.  More than 80 boats from around the world will convene on Antigua’s English and Falmouth Harbours for the event, which includes the competition for the Lord Nelson’s Trophy.  This […]