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Ex-Google boss’ award-winning new superyacht now available for charter Carlisle Bay: The iconic luxury resort enters its most exciting chapter to date
C arlisle Bay Antigua, the five-star luxury resort and distinguished member of the Leading Hotels of the World, is entering a bold new era with a multimillion-dollar transformation that will redefine the guest experience while deepening its commitment to sustainability and the local community. Nestled along Antigua’s southern coastline, where emerald
and environmental heritage that makes Antigua so enchanting. Spanning the next three years and aligned with the resort’s annual seasonal closure periods, the refurbishment will reimagine suites, public spaces, dining venues, and its signature CARA Organic Spa. At the helm of the redesign is acclaimed London-based
rainforest folds into a serene crescent-shaped bay, Carlisle Bay has long defined a rare kind of Caribbean luxury, one that is both understated and deeply soulful. Recently ranked among the top 10 hotels in the Caribbean by readers of the UK Condé Nast Traveller Awards, the resort is now embarking on the most transformative chapter in its history. Following the announcement of its renovation programme in July 2025, Carlisle Bay continues its ambitious journey to elevate every aspect of the guest experience, while honouring the cultural
designer Miminat Shodeinde of Miminat Designs, whose work is celebrated for its sensitivity to place and context. Tasked with blending modern refinement with the authenticity of Antiguan culture, Shodeinde has crafted a narrative that is both timeless and contemporary. “I loved learning about the region’s traditions and heritage, which became central to our design concept,” she explains. “We aimed to balance modernity with respect for local customs, preserving traditional pitched roofs and verandas while
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