Antigua and Barbuda Holiday Accommodation

Antigua (pronounced An-tee-ga) is an island in the Caribbean, part of the country of Antigua and Barbuda. It is also known by another name, Wadadli, which means approximately "our own" (Wadadli is also the name of the local beer brewed on the island).

Many tourists enjoy the really energetic island culture but also the peace and tranquility that the surrounding seas bring. The shorelines of both islands are greatly indented, with beaches, lagoons, and natural harbours. The islands are rimmed by reefs and shoals.

The islands are mostly low-lying, with the highest point being Boggy Peak, at 402 metres (1,319 ft). The small country's main town is the capital Saint John's on Antigua; Barbuda's largest town is Codrington.

Being an island, sea food is understandably very popular here. There is also a nice variety of tropical fruits that grow on the island. The national dish is called Fungi (pronounced Foun-gee) and Saltfish. Besides the local dishes almost every major type of cuisine can be found on the island. e.g. Italian, Mexican, American, British, Jamaican etc.

Scuba - there are many reefs off the eastern coastline and as a result, there is some pretty awesome fish to see. Snorkelling is also pretty good here, as the water is very clear.

Sailing - dinghys, cats, cruisers can all be hired from alot of places around the island, and there are plenty of coves and natural harbours to explore. Today English Harbour and the neighbouring village of Falmouth are an internationally famous yachting and sailing destination and provisioning centre. At the end of April and beginning of May Antigua Sailing Week, an annual world-class regatta started in 1967, brings many sailing vessels and sailors to the island to race and party.

Barbuda is currently home to the Frigate Bird Sanctuary, which is located in its Codrington Lagoon, making it one of the few places in the world to view frigate birds.