Cheap holidays from London Heathrow to Antigua, Caribbean

Cheap Holidays to Antigua

Antigua, located in the West Indies, in the middle of the Leeward Islands. This ultimate laid back holiday Island boasts 365 beaches, that’s one for every day of the year! The island is protected by a beautiful coral reef. Half Moon Bay, Darkward Beach and Long Bay are ideal for snorkelling. At Long Bay you can even walk to the coral. Antigua has something for everyone, sailing and water sports are fantastic on the Island. The wind conditions on Antigua are great for sailing and wind surfing, the international sailing regatta is held once a year on Antigua. Kite surfing is very popular along the shores of jabberwocky beach, St Johns, the perfect calm waters to try something exciting. St Johns is a great day out with museums, a cathedral, duty free shopping and Horatio Nelsons old dock yard at English harbour, fully restored to it colonial beauty! English harbour boasts many restaurants, enjoy fresh sea food, tropical fruit and great Caribbean dishes. A visit to Shirley Heights has got to be had on a Sunday, with sweeping views of the whole Island, reggae, rum and plenty of entertainment. Visits to Antigua’s neighbouring island are recommended too, go to Coco Bay – one of the best beaches in the world! If your lucky enough to visit Antigua during July and August be sure to catch the fabulous carnival.

A holiday to Antigua is about 9 hours flight from the UK. This English speaking island uses the East Caribbean Dollar. Enjoying fabulous hot, sunny temperatures all year round, easily topping 30 degrees celcius between April and October. The rainy season is between August and November. With a vast array of luxury hotels, basic hotels and charming local retreats a holiday to Antigua is simple! Book with Fleetway Travel for the perfect package, last minute and cheap deals.