Uniqueness in The Caribbean islands
The first thing that we have of this unique Caribbean destination is that it has three hundred sixty-five spectacular sandy beaches, which can be enjoyed to the fullest by all foreign travelers or vacation here. The oddest thing funny and could even be said of this detail is that you can visit one by one during the three hundred sixty five days a year. Leaving aside this issue, know that you can start browsing from Nelson’s Dockyard, which is part of a National Park. In itself, this tourist attraction is the only Georgian dockyard in the world until today. It was built in the year 1725 and at the time was the largest naval ship from England in the Caribbean. On the other hand, know that along the coast, the buildings are marked with arrows above the source and uses, for example, from the Sawpit Shed to Cooper (Copper) and Lumber Store. It is worth noting that in the past was the Chamber Officer of the Navy there is now a museum of history of the area.
On the other hand, we told him that the yard comes alive in April when we celebrate the Sport of Sailing Week in Antigua. In this event, over 1500 sailors taking part in high-speed competition whose route covers from Dockyard to Dickenson Bay, later turning. During this month also occurs Classic Yacht Regatta. In this celebration, the traditional crafts of wood and steel makes this show to be most important for the beauty of the speed boats in question. Remember that American Week of Navigation is an event that takes place in June and is characterized by being full of races, instructional centers and days at sea.
Now it’s time to talk about San Juan, the most entertaining people on the island, which stands behind the port and its twin capitals outstanding cathedral. The most advisable to do if you find there is to visit the Museum of Antigua, from which you will be able to see artifacts such as vintage clocks peculiar stone and flint knives. Also, if you like sports, you can find here the cricket bat of Sir Vivian Richards, a beloved and respected athlete of this Caribbean island. Later, if you continue with the tour, you can stop at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine to enjoy a moment of respite and calm. Moving on, in Redcliffe Quay, a number of historical buildings have been converted into a small town are the main attraction. It is noteworthy that in the past was originally a playground for the slave market. Then the buildings were used by traders and hoteliers after emancipation. Another thing that draws much attention in the field is that there are nearly a hundred towers and remains of the former sugar mills. These are raised where once there were over one hundred and fifty plantations or sugar producers. Finally, Betty’s Hope was created in the 1650′s, twin mills have been restored to continue working.
If you want peace and quiet is all, go immediately to the quiet Barbuda, the least known of the two islands. This progress remains unharmed, standing Funny birds as the main inhabitants of the area. In itself, the best thing to do is bring out a sea voyage through the Frigate Bird Sanctuary in Codrington Lagoon and display these unique birds, which usually spend most of their time flying, because they can not walk or swim. As extra information, we told him that in Barbuda will have very few chances to see more than a dozen people during their relaxing trip. If we speak of airports that are here, the main one being VC Bird International Airport (ANU) located eight kilometers from San Juan center and approximately fourteen miles of English Harbour. As for the time it takes to get to this Caribbean destination from other parts of the world, we can say that from London takes about eight hours, while from Miami, three. Also, the journey from New York takes four hours from Frankfurt, nine hours and fifteen minutes. And finally, with this theme, do not forget that from Paris trip takes eight hours, while from Puerto Rico, just sixty minutes.
The prevailing climate in Antigua and Barbuda is characterized by summer temperatures range between twenty five and twenty-nine degrees Celsius. And for the winter, the temperature was between twenty and twenty-seven degrees Celsius. In the case of rains, these are on average of one cubic meter. If you like good food, know that the time of these islands is really cool, being able to taste a really delicious in any culinary establishments that abound there. It is noteworthy that these places have a wide range of prices, with the staff’s very friendly. As extra information, we say that usually are left with ten percent tip without incurring some sort of service charge added. Remember if you have any complications to communicate with the locals, the official language used here is English. For lovers of the bohemian life, it is advisable to visit the casinos and cabarets.
Some of the major attractions of Antigua and Barbuda are: Museums, art galleries, the Harmony Hall (art gallery with a restaurant and nearby beach), travel by glass-bottomed boat, fruits and vegetables in the craft market, the Antigua Black Pineapple fields, the people Parham, strong refurbished Nelson’s Dockyard and Shirley Heights. Another way to have a great time are day hikes, such as hiking the nature of the island Barbuda, which may be accessible by plane and high-speed catamaran. Other attractions of this Caribbean destination is the Frigate Bird Colony (bird colony), the circular coastal fort, Castle Hill, the Hill of the Mountain Region, the Bryant Cave and many other caves. If you like sports, you can snorkel, scuba diving and fishing. Do not forget that you can watch the turtles, horseback riding, take long walks out with friends, biking and excursions to neighboring islands as you can do the island “volcano, Montserrat and Dominica ( Island rivers and waterfalls). Finally, you can go with the Eco-Kayak charm and beauty which is swimming with dolphins. After having known much more than they have to offer Antigua and Barbuda, do not hesitate and immediately begin enrolling their bags for a holiday there. Go with friends or family and spend a few days of dreams in the company of nature and the people who most want out of life. I assure you will not regret your decision. Indeed, perhaps after having lived through it, believes has been the best tourist trip of his life.
