DISC VER 365 ANTIGUA & BARBUDA
FOUR TOP SPOTS
u ST JOHN’S The capital of Antigua & Barbuda, this is where you’ll find a whole host of historical and cultural landmarks, including The Museum of Antigua and Barbuda which is well worth a visit. As well as the main exhibitions it is home to an extensive research library open to the public, where you will find a vast collection of archaeological artifacts, monographs (some unpublished), maps, and hundreds of photographs. If you are keen to take a little knowledge home with you, there are Antiguan history and archaeology books and framed maps to be found in the gift shop too. There is also St John’s Cathedral which has a rich history dating back to the 17th century, making it one of the oldest religious structures in the Caribbean. Its distinctive baroque architecture, with its twin towers topped with cupolas make it an architectural gem and despite initial criticism to the contrary, it is now celebrated as one of the most impressive cathedrals in the West Indies. If you climb to the top of the two towers you will get the chance to enjoy panoramic views of the island and breathtaking vistas of Antigua’s landscape and coastline. St John’s is also the place to go if you’re looking to shop. Heritage Quay is the place to go for duty-free shopping with a wide range of luxury items to be found in the boutiques there while Redcliffe Quay with its colourful and restored buildings is renowned for housing an array of smaller shops, which offer a mix of local art, crafts, jewellery and tourist souvenirs, perfect if you’re looking for something special to take home with you.
looking for some pampering. There is also a swimming pool, a gym that offers cross fit classes, a golf course and as well as the full-service marina there is also a fuel station for both cars and boats. It is not however, just these practical conveniences that draw people to Jolly Harbour. Visitors will also find some of the most beautiful and most popular beaches on the island here, along with some fun and lively beach front bars.
q JOLLY HARBOUR A marina and resort village on the West Coast of Antigua, Jolly Harbour is the largest gated community on the island, containing both residential properties and holiday accommodation. It offers a range of amenities including the Epicurean supermarket – where you can grab some fried chicken or patty’s to take with you to the beach or on a boat trip. A large variety of waterfront restaurants including a couple of our favourites - Al Porto’s and Curry House. There are numerous shops, including Sysco pharmacy which is an Aladdin’s cave of not just medicines but souvenirs too, Budget Marine for all your nautical needs and Steph and Vlada’s Studio if you’re
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