BARBUDA
n ART CAFÉ & GALLERY Open every day but Sunday, for freshly ground coffee and cocktails along with a limited lunch menu of their ‘dish of the day’ this lovely little café is situated in a bright and cosy garden right next to the gallery. You can browse the paintings, crafts and postcards from local artists and then relax in this cool, laid back spot and enjoy a little refreshment.
n SHACK-A-KAI The epitome of a simple beach shack restaurant, this place has swings, tables, drinks, and a grill, from which they only serve fresh lobster. You do need to book your lobsters in advance, but most boat charter companies taking you to Barbuda will arrange that for you. If you are heading there independently then be sure to bring your own crockery, cutlery and anything else you might want to eat with your lobster. This place is the height of simplistic perfection, you can enjoy the pink sands and crystal clear waters, then without any ceremony or thoughts of towelling off, head straight over to Shack-A-Kai and just tuck in.
n THE HILLSIDE VIEW Nestled in Two Foot Bay National Park this lovely restaurant is the perfect place to visit after you’ve taken a walk through the caves close by. They are open mostly for bookings so do call ahead and if you’re lucky they’ll have the grill on ready to smoke some freshly caught lobsters. They also offer five hour long guided tours of the island of Barbuda, so you can enjoy a scenic escapade around paradise! It is an exploration of the land and sea and will immerse you into Barbudan culture as you enjoy a first-hand experience of the lifestyle, landmarks, and cuisine. So check out their website for more information. www.hillsidetours.net
EXPLORING BARBUDA
n CODRINGTON HOUSE Codrington House was the home of the Codrington family, which Barbuda’s sole town is named after. Known by the locals as Willy Bob or Highland House, it now houses a small museum showcasing the island’s history and culture. It is the starting point for Darby’s Cave and is also the highest point on the island so while you take in the history you can also take in one of the best views of the island’s stunning coastline. n ARTSY YAADIE GALLERY Stacie-Ann Shaw AKA Artsy Yaadie is a Jamaican architect and creative with a passion for the fine arts. Her work is heavily inspired by life and culture in the Caribbean and colorful, contemporary folk art. Artsy Yaadie has been living in Codrington Village, Barbuda since 2019 and welcomes the public to view her various
Most hotels or rental companies in Antigua will have a concierge that will be able to organise a day trip to Barbuda for you or at least point you in the right direction of well respected vendors who will take care of everything for you. If you are doing it yourself, you can find a lot of helpful information on the Barbudaful website https://barbudaful.net particularly when it comes to local amenities, tour guides and taxis to pick you up from the airport or the ferry and show you the sights. n CODRINGTON The town of Codrington is the perfect place to sample local cuisine, interact with the extremely friendly residents and maybe even pick up some original artwork. Be aware that there are no shopping centres, or malls or even supermarkets on the island, but if you do need groceries or home supplies you will find small home stores or friendly markets that carry these items, even if they are limited.
works at her home studio. https://artsyyaadie.com
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