Antigua and Barbuda Travel Facts
The Basics
Country: Antigua and Barbuda
Where is it?: Caribbean, islands between the Caribbean Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean, east-southeast of Puerto Rico
Why do people go here?: Slow down the pace of life and relax on one of 300 plus beaches of the islands. Less touristed than many of its Caribbean neighbors, Antigua and Barbuda are slowly becoming more popular.
What are the main entry points?: Flying into Saint John’s is the most popular, although your cruise ship or yacht is allowed to dock there.
Currency used: East Caribbean dollar (XCD)
Country Code: 1
Area codes for Major Cities: 268
Religion: Christian, (predominantly Anglican with other Protestant, and some Roman Catholic)
Population: 86,000
Ethnic Breakdown: 91% Black or Mulatto, 4.4% Other Mixed Race, 1.7% White, 2.9% Other
Government: Parliamentary democracy
Languages: English (official), local dialects
Travel Information
Major Cities: Saint John’s (Antigua)
Attractions: Diving, Sunning, English Harbor
Accommodation: Antigua and Barbuda, Antigua and Barbuda Hotels
Tourism Office locations and links: Antigua & Barbuda- Dept. of Tourism Thames St. P.O. Box 363 Saint Johns, Antigua +1-809-462-0480, //www.candw.ag/antigua.html //www.antigua-barbuda.org/
Off-the-Beaten-Path: Darkwood Beach, Fig Tree Drive
Health Issues: A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required from travellers over 1 year of age coming from infected areas.
Tips for Visiting
When to go: Late spring and early fall will find the temperatures without the tourists
Common Phrases: “Me nah go” meaning “I am not going”, “Ent it?” meaning “Ain’t it?”,
Specific Events/Holidays: Independence Day (National Day), 1 November (1981)
Getting Around: Barbuda has no public transportation, but you can usually hire a driver to show you the sites. Buses will work fine on Antigua (except on Sundays)
Good to know: There is no scheduled transport between the islands; ask at the marinas for a ride.
Cheapest airport to fly into: Antigua V C Bird International Airport is definitely the airport you need.
Need more information?: Check out the Antigua and Barbuda travel guide for more on what to see, where to stay, and how to get there.
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