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Hidden Caribbean Vacation Islands
Hidden Caribbean Vacation Island
My name is Coury, I am from the beautiful island of Antigua and Barbuda it is one of the 13 Caribbean islands that are hidden vacation spots. In the followings weeks I will share with you which are the best Caribbean island to visit on your next vacation destination. Today I will cover Antigua and Barbuda.
All the signs pointed towards Antigua. The island had warm, steady winds, a complex coastline of safe harbors, and a protective, nearly unbroken wall of coral reef. It would make a perfect place to hide a fleet. And so in 1784 the legendary Admiral Horatio Nelson sailed to Antigua and established Great Britain's most important Caribbean base. Little did he know that over 200 years later the same unique characteristics that attracted the Royal Navy would transform Antigua and Barbuda in one of the Caribbean's premier tourist destinations. The signs are still there, they just point to different things. The Trade Winds that once blew British men-of-war safely into English Harbour now fuel one of the world's foremost maritime events, Sailing Week. The expansive, winding coastline that made Antigua difficult for outsiders to navigate is where today's trekkers encounter a tremendous wealth of secluded, powdery soft beaches. The coral reefs, once the bane of marauding enemy ships, now attract snorkelers and scuba divers from all over the world. And the fascinating little island of Barbuda -- once a scavenger's paradise because so many ships wrecked on its reefs -- is now home to one of the region's most significant bird sanctuaries. Now that the US dollar is weak, you can still get your monies worth in Antigua. Antigua currency is the Eastern Caribbean Dollar (EC) One $1 US Dollar is equal to $2.70 EC. You get double your money in the island. Listed below are the following reasons why you should consider Antigua and Barbuda as you next vacation destination. 25 REASONS TO TRAVEL TO ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA 1. 365 white and pink sand beaches.
2. A hop, skip and jump from the USA – only four hours from the eastern seaboard. Travel is easily arranged on major carriers such as American, Continental, Delta and US Airways.
3. Romance -- named the best island for a destination wedding for the past two years.
4. Historic sites such as Betty’s Hope sugar mill, St. John’s Cathedral and Nelson’s Dockyard.
5. Sailing Week: Take part in this world-renowned regatta! Sign up to be a deck hand or merely an observer and enjoy sailing at its very best.
6. Soft adventures — scuba, snorkeling, boating, fishing, and much, much more.
7. It’s an English-speaking island, so there are no communication barriers.
8. Authentic, mouth-watering Caribbean cuisine.
9. Natural wonders including the rain forest, Frigate Bird Sanctuary and Devil’s Bridge.
10. Crystal clear turquoise water.
11. Sunny and warm all year with soothing trade winds.
12. Accommodations ranging from intimate boutique hotels to all-inclusive resorts with pricing to suit every budget.
13. Two islands in one – Barbuda is just 15-minute flight or 90-minute ferry ride from Antigua.
14. Revel in the warmth and hospitality of Antiguans and Barbudans, long considered some of the friendliest people on the planet!
15. Ranked as Best Island for Celeb Spotting by Caribbean Travel & Life magazine.
16. Wile the night away at Paradise Casino – the largest Casino in the Eastern Caribbean.
17. Exploring underground caves at Indian Town in Antigua, rumored to stretch all the way to Guadeloupe.
18. A 17-mile pristine and untouched pink shell beach in Barbuda.
19. Cultural heritage that includes an annual Carnival celebration and a fierce devotion to cricket.
20. Refreshing tropical concoctions using Antigua’s own Cavalier rum and the famous sweet, black pineapple.
21. Relaxation nirvana – unique Caribbean treatments at luxury spas will help guide guests on the path to ultimate rejuvenation.
22. Family-friendly accommodations with special activities to keep the little ones occupied while parents escape on their own excursions.
23. A new zip line eco-tour that is sure to stimulate and excite.
24. Three words – duty free shopping.
25. Did we mention, 365 white and pink sand beaches? Visit the website at: http://www.antigua-barbuda.org/index.htm
The next caribbean island will be St. Kitts and Nevis.
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Nice article covering the Antigua and Barbuda hidden caribbean vacation islands. Thanks for the information.
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