Our Antigua Trip October 2025
We visited Antigua (& Barbados) in October 2025, following our touring holiday to Costa Rica.
Antigua is obviously a fabulous destination in itself, but also a great add-on to the adventure of Costa Rica.
Just a 1 hr flight from Barbados, or you can fly direct with BA from London, or with a touchdown in Barbados with Virgin.
Technically, the hurricane season; however, it is unusual for it to be affected, it is, of course, a risk, it was badly hit by Irma in 2017.
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Very lush, green and less built up and populated than Barbados, it is a beautiful island.
Shirley Heights is a must-visit, on Thursdays and Sundays, with Reggae nights and sunset parties.
You can snorkel at the beautiful Cades Bay, or visit Sting Ray City.
WHERE TO STAY - ANTIGUA
Blue Waters
Great For: Romance & Families
Nestled away in its very own private bay on Antigua’s north-western coast, Blue Waters is a proud family-owned resort with roots dating back more than 40 years. Over the decades the resort has been lovingly modernised with 85 luxury rooms, villas and suites, whilst remaining faithful to the timeless Colonial character that guests find so inspiring.
Lounge under swaying palms by one of the pools or explore 17 tranquil acres of mature tropical gardens. Rejuvenate your mind, body and soul at the three secluded beach coves, where crystalline waters and powder-soft sands sparkle as brightly as the sun. Inspired spaces where passion, excellence and personalised service combine to create our signature style of laid-back luxury.
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Carlisle Bay
Great For: Families
The perfect haven for a Caribbean holiday, this hotel really does deliver the “wow” factor.
This popular resort has something for everyone, beautifully set between the mountains and the shores you can truly escape the hustle of everyday life.
There is plenty to do here with tennis courts, an ultra-modern, 17,000 square foot Blue Spa, and a “cool kids club”. The kids club has an action-packed weekly activity programme from giant castle building, turtle watching and starfish finding.
Evenings are low-key affairs focused around Carlisle Bay’s two splendid restaurants. East is an outstanding Pan-Asian affair, whilst Indigo on the Beach is more Caribbean in its setting, offering wonderful healthy grills, barbeques, seafood, and salads.
Jumby Island
Great For: Luxury
If you are looking for that extra special resort for your Antigua getaway, then look no further than Jumby Bay. Located on a 300-acre private island just two miles off the coast of Antigua, Jumby Bay is a blend of tropical paradise and sophisticated refinement.
You can only reach this tropical hideaway by boat, this beautiful island has three stunning beaches with a full range of water and land-based sports on offer. The resort also has a spa on-site to ensure your full relaxation at the end of a busy day!
The resort also has a spa on hand should you need to unwind after an exhausting day.
St James Club Villa
Great For: Allrounder
Set in its very own peninsula with 100 acres of swaying palm trees, two white sandy beaches and a huge array of facilities. There is so much to love about this great resort from an extensive range of water sports, an award-winning kids club plus 4 different restaurants each with its own themes and unique locations
The resort is only 20-30 minutes away from the English Harbour and has fun activities such as rainforest ziplines, stingray city and sea/mangrove kayaking.
Spend your days relaxing around one of the hotel’s 6 swimming pools or get active down on the beach and try your hand at kayaking, Hobie cat sailing, windsurfing, paddleboarding, pedal boats, and snorkelling. It is also one of the few hotels on the island to have its own 5-star rated PADI dive school.
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