Historical forts, sugar mills, museums and harbours may not sound like your idea of a tropical holiday destination but, put them together on a Caribbean island along with 365 sweeping white sand beaches and coves, one for everyday of the year, and you have Antigua and Barbuda, otherwise known as the "Heart of the Caribbean". But the beach is only the beginning in Antigua. We think you'll also love the opportunity to explore the island's other places of interest, many of which are closely linked with our own British history.
A highlight for Sarah is the Sunday night 'jump-up' on Shirley Heights – "watch the beautiful sunset while listening to steel pan music before a delicious barbecue and party time to a local reggae band." Paul adds: "The beaches are the main attraction but I would recommend at least a day trip to Barbuda to see the amazing frigate bird sanctuary."
Fig Tree Drive is in fact named after the banana trees – Antiguans call bananas ‘figs’. If an Antiguan says to you "later will be greater or just plain later" he or she means "good-bye".
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