Set in the eastern Caribbean Sea, Antigua and Barbuda are twin island havens. Five U.S. cities offer flights into St. John's on Antigua, and from there the larger island's beaches, historic sites, natural wonders and pampering resorts are in easy reach. Experience nature-rich and luxurious Barbuda via an easy flight or ferry ride.
You could stay on Antigua and Barbuda for a year without running out of beaches to try. With the beach resorts on Antigua's northwest coast, secluded sands on its south shores and protected Half Moon Bay on its east end—plus the serene pink and white sands on Barbuda—sun worshipers will find a selection worth its salt and then some.
By land or by sea, the ways to experience the islands are diverse. Take a guided hike, zipline tour, horseback ride or ATV adventure across beaches, hills and mountains. Take a boat tour around Antigua, make landing on private islands and meet friendly marine life at Stingray City. Or take a food tour to sample local cuisine.
The island nation's windswept beaches make it inherently romantic, and a long list of couples-only resorts ensures your getaway will be exceptionally dreamy. Between ready-made wedding packages, honeymoon-worthy hideaways and an entire month dedicated to romance (June), there will be no love lost on Antigua and Barbuda.
Beyond its hundreds of beaches, there's a world of history and culture to discover on Antigua and Barbuda. At Nelson's Dockyard National Park, an UNESCO World Heritage Site, historic forts, scenic hikes, dining and shopping await. In the Museum of Antigua and Barbuda, learn about the islands' history from their geologic formation on.
