Antigua Holidays

Why choose Antigua for a Caribbean holiday?

• Coral reef-lined shoreline with clear, emerald waters
• Hundreds of beaches, so it’s easy to find your preferred pace
• A strong mix of beach time and historic sightseeing
• Great food scene, especially around the harbours

Which beaches are best in Antigua?

Antigua’s beaches have different personalities, so it helps to pick based on what you actually want to do.

Half Moon Bay

Half Moon Bay is a favourite for surfers and snorkellers. It’s a strong choice if you want a more active beach day with plenty of time in the water.

Dickenson’s Bay

Dickenson’s Bay is a big hit with families, thanks to its accessible feel and classic beach-day set-up. It’s a good base if you want easy swimming and a more social shoreline.

Johnson’s Point

Johnson’s Point is known for being fabulously tranquil. If your idea of Antigua is quiet sand, calm moments and a slower rhythm, this is the beach to aim for, especially if you’re after a honeymoon-style pace.

Turner’s Beach

Turner’s is a gorgeous beach with scenic views. It’s ideal for a relaxed swim and a long, unhurried afternoon where the setting does most of the work.

What are the top things to do in Antigua besides the beach?

Antigua has enough headline sights to add variety without taking away from beach time.

• Betty’s Hope
• Frigate Bird Sanctuary
• Stingray City
• Nelson’s Dockyard

Why is Nelson’s Dockyard worth visiting?

Nelson’s Dockyard stands out because it’s the only remaining working Georgian dockyard in the world. It’s a natural half-day trip if you want something historic and genuinely distinctive. Outside the dockyard itself, you can also explore the historic forts that dot the surrounding landscape, which adds another layer to the visit.

Where should you eat in Antigua?

Antigua’s dining scene is part of the holiday. You’ll find plenty of bistros and restaurants in scenic spots, and many of the best locations cluster around the island’s harbours.

• Restaurants and bistros around English Harbour
• Dining options around Falmouth Harbour
• A culinary focus on authentic Caribbean cuisine and fresh seafood

If you’re staying all inclusive, these harbour areas still make a great “one night out” for a seafood dinner with a view.

How to plan your Antigua holiday with Southall Travel

Southall Travel can help you plan Antigua holidays around the right stretch of coast and the trip style you want, from an all-inclusive resort base to a luxury hotel with spa facilities, or a honeymoon stay with a quieter beach nearby. If you’re building a multi centre route, we can also help shape the timing so Antigua fits smoothly into the wider plan.

• We can arrange flights and hotels for Antigua in one itinerary
• Guidance on choosing the best beach base for families, snorkelling or quieter stays
• Speak to our travel advisors at Southall Travel to tailor an Antigua holiday to your dates and budget