Anguilla Tourist Board ANGUILLA
Size: 35 sq miles Currency: EC and US dollars are widely accepted Population: 14,000 Main City: The Valley Local Beer: Carib Dish of the Day: Crayfi sh and lobster
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he British Territory of Anguilla is the most northerly of the Leeward Islands, a small and perfectly- formed island gem in the unique jewel that is the Caribbean. Anguilla boasts 33 pristine white
sand beaches, turquoise waters, contemporary international style, world-class accommodation on all levels and more than 100 dining choices at the last count, from delicious local cuisine to fi ne dining. Accommodation offers something for everyone with a choice of luxury resorts, modern villas, intimate hotels, apartments and welcoming guesthouses that are called the Charming Escapes.
Anguilla is more than just beautiful
beaches and welcoming people, it’s a proud country that loves to welcome visitors and showcase the culture. There are festivals year- round celebrating its history and talent and everyone is welcome. These include the Moonsplash Reggae Festival, golf tournaments, Anguilla Yacht Regatta, Tranquillity Jazz Festival and, of course, the
Anguilla Summer Festival. The island offers all kinds of activities such as sailing, golf, diving, tennis, cycling, riding, and a wonderful choice of tours highlighting Anguilla’s proud history and present.
If pampering is your thing the island’s spas in resorts are world class or you can have a wellness specialist come to you!
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What’s New? CuisinArt Golf Resort & Spa Greg Norman 18 hole Championship Golf Course
Destination Highlight Anguilla’s offshore cays, Sandy Island and
Prickley Pear offers great snorkelling, food and adventure as the ideal day trips for the whole family to spend quality time together.
Insider Tip Sofi a Vergara took some time off to relax on
the island of Anguilla while staying at the Viceroy Hotel. According to Vergara, Anguilla is “the best place to recharge” and left her “feeling ready and excited about what the future will bring”
Caribbean Challenge Visit our 33 beautiful beaches which are
all public, uncrowded and unspoilt. Every cove, bay and stretch of sand is marked by unique characteristics, such as rock and coral formations and picturesque plants. There is a beach for everyone, for every kind of beach day and for every mood.
ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA
Destination Highlight Barbuda offers the ultimate Robinson
Crusoe-style escape with its pristine stretch of 17 miles of pink sand beach and an abundance of wildlife. Be sure to tuck into the mouthwatering succulent Barbuda spiny lobster.
Insider Tip “Have a lunch at a small local eat-out at
the Antigua Recreation Grounds. This is not only the chance to sample some great food but visitors also get the opportunity to meet many local cricket stars.” Sir Vivian Richards, Cricketing Legend
Caribbean Challenge Join an early morning hiking tour which
includes fantastic panoramic views of Antigua from locations that are only accessible by foot.
Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority – UK & Europe Victoria House, 4th Floor, Victoria Road, Chelmsford, Essex CM1 1JR
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www.visitantiguabarbuda.co.uk What’s New? The Christian Valley Birding Trail, which opened in Antigua, May 2012
Size: A 108 sq miles / B 62 sq miles Currency: East Caribbean dollar Population: Antigua 80,000 / Barbuda 1,200 Main City: Ant. St John’s / Bar. Codrington Local Beer: Wadadli Dish of the Day: Fungee (made from corn meal and resembles Italian polenta) and Salt Fish
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ntigua and Barbuda is much more than just sun, azure-blue waters and an
astounding 365 beaches. The twin- island nation provides the ultimate escape with its colonial-era historical sites, wide-ranging activities and captivating culture. The islands are an ‘A-list’ favourite attracting celebrities including Paul McCartney, Mariah Carey and Oprah Winfrey, who declared the island her favourite beach holiday spot. Nelson’s Dockyard, a UNESCO
World Heritage Site, is an excellent example of Georgian naval architecture with its restored original buildings, forts and museum. St John’s, the capital,
is the ideal shopping destination with its harbour-front boutiques. Get a fl avour of Antigua’s culture by experiencing a traditional ‘jump-up’ with visitors and locals alike mingling at Shirley Heights overlooking English Harbour. There are few more romantic places on earth to say ‘I do’, or take a honeymoon than award- winning Antigua with its romantic hideaways. Families will be spoilt
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for choice with activities including swimming with stingrays, zip-lining through the rainforest or sailing. Lying to the north of Antigua,
Barbuda, known for its pristine 17-mile stretch of pink sand beach, is a wildlife paradise teeming with bird watching opportunities and marine life in the coral surrounding the island.
Attractions include the Frigate Bird Sanctuary and Indian Cave.
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