Nestled in the heart of the Leeward Islands, between Guadeloupe to the south and St. Martin to the north, Antigua and Barbuda, an archipelago with 365 beaches, offers sailors an authentic and wild escape. Untouched by mass tourism, this off-the-beaten-path destination captivates with its preserved nature and distinctly "so British" charm.
Antigua invites you to immerse yourself in a rich history, culture, and natural beauty. Its colonial past is revealed through the ruins of sugar plantations, towering forts, and colonial homes scattered across the island. Visitors will be enchanted by the renowned site of English Harbour and Nelson’s Dockyard, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that reflects Antigua’s strategic role as a British naval base.
In terms of natural beauty, Antigua is no slouch, with its rugged coastline featuring hidden turquoise coves, fine sandy beaches (365—one for every day of the year), and breathtaking views, especially from Shirley Heights or Fort Barrington.
Barbuda, the wild sibling, charms with its coral reefs, pink sand beaches, and mangroves, home to a colony of frigate birds. It’s the perfect place for that rare, exhilarating feeling of being alone in the world... except when it’s time for the Antigua Classic Week Regatta and the Antigua Sailing Week, when the island bursts into life with thrilling nautical competitions where the world’s most beautiful sailboats face off.