SailingThe coasts of
Antigua are ideal for yacht cruising and racing, with constant trade winds, and many harbors for exploration. One can easily spend a week cruising around these picturesque islands.
English Harbour and Jolly Harbour make ideal yacht headquarters. Two regattas take place towards the end of April - Classic Yacht Regatta and the larger Sailing Week, which has become one of the top three regattas in the world.
Caribbean CruiseA cruise which includes Antigua is a relaxing experience that encourages voyagers to discover exotic islands and enjoy beautiful
scenery, while comfortably traveling on a luxurious ship. There are various Southern
Caribbean cruises that feature the island as a port of call, and the majority of cruise ships arriving in Antigua dock at Nevis Pier in St Johns, the island's capital. St Johns boasts great shopping centers and an array of wonderful restaurants, as well as a good variety of accommodation options. Antigua is known for having 365 beaches, one for every day of the year! If visitors can pull themselves away from these stunning beaches, another attraction definitely worth visiting is Nelson's Dockyard, in English Harbour - an historical testament to Antigua's past as a
Royal Navy base. If there's still time, it's also possible to take a trip out to Redonda, the world's smallest island kingdom, or visit the unspoilt island of Barbuda.Of the numerous cruise lines offering a Southern Caribbean cruise, many have seasonal specials or package deals available to potential passengers; the Caribbean offers superb weather all year round, making a cruise to Antigua one of those must-do vacations for anyone to indulge in at any time.
