ANTIGUA NEWS & HIGHLIGHTS
Check out the latest updates, Antigua news, highlights and reviews here. Check back regularly for updates. Subscribe to our newsletters to receive our weekly What's On newsletters, bi-weekly Yachting newsletters as well as our monthly Real Estate newsletters wrap-ups, stay current with us via social media and check out newsletter archives to see what you may have missed in previous editions. A CRESCENDO TO THE END... April 23rd 2018
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
On the fourth and final race of the 2018 ACYR, boats in the lead set off hoping to hold it, while the rest of the fleet went out in full battle mode. Read More
ASW 2018 POCKET GUIDE April 23rd 2018
Antigua Sailing Week
Whether you are a sailor, spectator, or partygoer, the Pocket Guide has got you covered on everything you need to know about Antigua Sailing Week. Read More
WADADLI YOUTH PEN 2018 WINNERS April 23rd 2018
Wadadli Youth Pen Prize
Kyle Christian, 28, author of ‘Creak’, is the winner of the Wadadli Youth Pen Prize Winner Take All Historical Fiction/Poetry Challenge. Read More
WINDRUSH TO LOVERS ROCK, AN ANTIGUAN STORY: CREATIVE SPACE #3 OF 2018 April 23rd 2018
What's On
When you say Windrush in the Caribbean, it’s understood that you’re talking about the mass migration. Read More
THE ACYR LOVES A PARADE! April 23rd 2018
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The Kenny Coombs Memorial Cannon Course, perfectly set for four long and lively legs of reaching, is really the first parade of the day. Read More
A CLASSIC REGATTA, ANTIGUA STYLE April 22nd 2018
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
On the water, it was obvious that yesterday’s weather was a repeat so skippers employed cautionary reefing. Read More
WILD & WOOLLY WEATHER FOR RACE 1 April 22nd 2018
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
After a night of blustery rain squalls, followed by hours of uncertain calm, the weather geared up to a respectable 20 knots. Read More
TEAM ANTIGUA DONATES TO MANGROVE PLANT RESTORATION PROJECT April 22nd 2018
Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge
The rowers announced today that they will donate US$50,000 towards the project. Read More
NSA NEWSLETTER: APRIL 2018 April 20th 2018
National Sailing Academy
Read about the Youth Racing Team; winners of the AYC Round the Island Race, the Girls Sailing Team, Yacht Training Programme, and more. Read More
THE LAUNCH OF THE 31ST ACYR April 20th 2018
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The energy in Falmouth Harbour spiked as each entry sailed in for the start of the Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta, set over April 18 - May 24. Read More
UNITED NATIONS OF ANTIGUA SAILING WEEK April 20th 2018
Antigua Sailing Week
More than 100 boats registered from 30 countries worldwide and crews from many more will be taking part in a nine-day festival. Read More
FOR RENT: DOCKYARD VIEW VILLA April 20th 2018
Paradise Properties Connection Ltd. Sales
Four bedroom villa with superb sea views from which to watch the bustling marine activity is available from US$4,550 weekly. Read More
FOR RENT: HALCYON MEWS DOWNSTAIRS April 20th 2018
Paradise Properties Connection Ltd. Sales
Two bedroom property located atop a hillside overlooking the beach and the acclaimed Sandals Grande Resort & Spa is renting at US$1,500 monthly. Read More
CARNIVAL 2018 LAUNCH & WHAT'S ON April 19th 2018
What's On
This week's newsletter features the launch of Antigua's Carnival, regattas and events, special offers and news. Read More
PAAWS KICK-STARTS ANIMAL AMBULANCE FUNDRAISING DRIVE April 19th 2018
Protect Antiguan Animals With a Smile
Big-hearted animal lovers are being urged to donate to the major fundraising drive. Read More
STUDENTS OF THE VICTORY CENTER SHOOT HOOPS April 18th 2018
Digicel
Each student got outfitted with their very own Jumpstart gear and took their chance at the hoops. Read More
A & B NOMINATED FOR 25TH ANNUAL WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS April 18th 2018
Antigua & Barbuda Tourism Authority
Vote for Antigua and Barbuda to win the awards. Voting ends on August 12, 2018. Read More
ANTIGUA’S CARNIVAL SET TO LAUNCH THIS WEEKEND April 18th 2018
Antigua Carnival
Commencing promptly at 2pm on Saturday 21st, the city will come alive with sweet steel pan music. Read More
CELEBRITY & LUXURY DESTINATION WEDDING PLANNERS April 18th 2018
Antigua & Barbuda Tourism Authority
Antigua and Barbuda wedding planners are invited to plan romantic getaways. Read More
ANTIGUA & BARBUDA ROCKED BY EARTHQUAKE April 18th 2018
National Office of Disaster Services
Reports are that the quake was a magnitude 4.4, and was felt in countries like Montserrat and St. Kitts. Read More
ANTIGUA REAL ESTATE GUIDE NEWSLETTER: APRIL 2018 April 17th 2018
Real Estate Guide Newsletter
Whether you're looking to buy or rent, find plots, commercial properties, and luxury homes in this month's real estate newsletter. Read More
SEVEN BASKETBALLERS SELECTED FROM DIGICEL NBA JUMPSTART CAMP April 17th 2018
Digicel
Young basketballers from Antigua & Barbuda and St. Kitts & Nevis to go to Trinidad. Read More
CAMBUSA'S NEW RESTAURANT OPENING SOON IN PALMA DE MALLORCA April 17th 2018
Cambusa Italian Restaurant
The new restaurant is scheduled to open in the Summer of 2018. Read More
CSA NEWSLETTER April 17th 2018
Caribbean Sailing Association
Get the latest news on upcoming regattas and results from those recently concluded, and more. Read More
FOR RENT: ST. ANNE'S POINT April 17th 2018
Luxury Locations Antigua
Set on 1.5 acres on a harbourside promontory, St Anne’s Point is built upon a 200-year-old cannon platform. Rates apply from US$28,000 weekly. Read More
FOR RENT: FEATHERHEAD April 17th 2018
Luxury Locations Antigua
Stunning villa situated in Harbour View, just seconds away from Jolly Harbour and its facilities is renting from US$1,750 weekly. Read More
EXCAVATING HISTORY: CREATIVE SPACE #2 OF 2018 April 17th 2018
What's On
The latest installment in author Joanne Hillhouse's blog series, Creative Space, highlighting the book launch of Plantations of Antigua. Read More
FOR SALE: INDIAN VIEW April 17th 2018
Luxury Locations Antigua
Beautiful three bedroom villa on Harbour Island in the heart of desirable Jolly Harbour is selling at US$1,350,000. Read More
FOR RENT: NEW 1-BEDROOM SUITE April 16th 2018
Tamarind Hills
Take a peek at the new one-bedroom suite at Tamarind Hills Read More
FOR RENT: THE SEA HOUSE April 16th 2018
Antigua - Barbuda Villa Rentals
An impressive 7-bedroom villa overlooking the bay and resort. From US$8,820/weekly. Read More
FOR SALE: VILLA BELLAVISTA April 16th 2018
Stanley's Estate Agents Ltd.
Aptly named, this brand new 4-bedroom villa hits the market at US$1.995 Million Read More
FOR SALE: ST. JAMES CLUB VILLA 468 April 16th 2018
Stanley's Estate Agents Ltd.
Views that will take your breathe away and resort-style living at US$695,000. Read More
FOR SALE: VILLA ROMANA April 16th 2018
Stanley's Estate Agents Ltd.
Breathtaking three-bedroom villa overlooking Half Moon Bay. Price set at US$925,000. Read More
PLAYING TO INSPIRE 2: CREATIVE SPACE #1 OF 2018 April 16th 2018
What's On
The first post of author Joanne Hillhouse's blog series, Creative Space, highlighting the recent performances of the Kanneh-Mason Family in Antigua. Read More
“SUCH A GREAT PLACE” REVIEW ON TRIPADVISOR April 13th 2018
Antigua & Barbuda Humane Society
Check out the 5-star review on Tripadvisor.com by zkemom of Woodstock, Georgia who visited the Donkey Sanctuary one week ago. Read More
FOR RENT: VILLA INAH April 13th 2018
Island Living Ltd
Beautiful 2-bedroom villa on the South Finger of Jolly Harbour, a few minutes’ walk from one of the most beautiful beaches in Antigua is renting at US$350 per day. Read More
FOR RENT: VILLA LENA April 13th 2018
Island Living Ltd
A newly renovated, two bedroom, one bathroom luxury villa located in the beautiful South Finger in Jolly Harbour is available for rent at US$300 per day. Read More
ANTIGUANICE YACHTING INSIDER ISSUE 134 April 13th 2018
AntiguaNice Yachting Insider Newsletter
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta and more yachting news. Read More
CANINE PARVOVIRUS & HOW IT CAN BE PREVENTED April 13th 2018
Antigua & Barbuda Humane Society
Parvovirus is a devastating disease that affects dogs of all ages, and unfortunately is very widespread in Antigua. Read More
DIGICEL & THE NBA CONTINUE TO DEVELOP TALENT IN THE CARIBBEAN April 12th 2018
Digicel
Sixty aspiring players from Antigua & Barbuda will have the opportunity to showcase their talents. Read More
STAGE SET FOR OPEN-AIR OPERA CONCERTS & WHAT'S ON April 12th 2018
What's On
This week's newsletter features the first ever opera performances, dining nights, party nights with live bands or DJs, special offers and much more. Read More
ANTIGUA SAILING WEEK INSPIRING YOUTH April 12th 2018
Antigua Sailing Week
The Greig City Academy youth sailors from the London state school are all-up for showing what they can do at 51st Antigua Sailing Week! Read More
RENESHA GORDON WINS HARPER'S SCHOOL ART COMPETITION April 12th 2018
Antigua Sailing Week
The judges found that her design totally captures this year's theme 'Stop Plastic Pollution'. Read More
BLUE WATERS NOMINATED IN READERS' CHOICE AWARDS April 10th 2018
Blue Waters Resort & Spa
Help them to win a well deserved place by voting for them in the Condé Nast Readers' Choice Awards. Read More
ASW: DJ PUFFY ADDED TO REGGAE IN THE PARK April 9th 2018
Antigua Sailing Week
Barbadian DJ, Andre "Puffy" Parris who holds the coveted title of Red Bull Thre3style World Champion 2016 will perform on May 1st. Read More
CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION AWARENESS MONTH April 9th 2018
Kiwanis Club of Wadadli
Kiwanis Club commemorates April as Child Abuse Prevention Awareness Month. Child abuse and neglect are not foreign concepts. Read More
ACME: APRIL 2018 REAL ESTATE NEWSLETTER April 9th 2018
ACME Real Estate Agents
Check out the Five Benefits of investment property, and see the latest properties and plots on the market for sale and rent. Read More
AYC CAR PARK RULES & RESTRICTIONS April 9th 2018
Antigua Yacht Club
Due to very limited parking spaces available, it is essential that restrictions apply and that parking is time limited. Read More
CDEMA TO LAUNCH MODEL SAFE SCHOOL PROGRAMME April 6th 2018
National Office of Disaster Services
Antigua & Barbuda is one of six countries in the Caribbean that will be seeking to strengthen the resiliency of their education sector. Read More
SHEER ROCKS IN NEWS AMERICAS TOP 5 RESTAURANTS April 6th 2018
Sheer Rocks Restaurant Bar Lounge
The restaurant has been named by News Americas as one of the top 5 Best Fine Dining Caribbean Restaurants you should know. Read More
NOTICE OF LOW-COST SPAY & NEUTER CLINICS April 6th 2018
Antigua & Barbuda Humane Society
The Antigua & Barbuda Humane Society hosts low-cost spay and neuter clinics every other Friday at 8:30 am at the animal shelter in Bethesda. Read More
CARICOM/CDEMA LEGACY PROJECT TO SUPPORT REHABILITATION IN BARBUDA April 6th 2018
National Office of Disaster Services
Two regional entities have joined together to offer support to Barbudans recovering from Hurricane Irma. Read More
ABHS EDUCATION OUTREACH PROGRAMME April 6th 2018
Antigua & Barbuda Humane Society
The programme is designed to excite, interest and engage elementary, secondary, and tertiary level school students. Read More
LETTER OF APPEAL FROM DR. ROBINS April 6th 2018
Antigua & Barbuda Humane Society
Read the letter from Dr. Radcliffe Robins, Vice President and Veterinary Advisor of the Antigua & Barbuda Humane Society. Read More
CRUISE SHIP CALENDAR: APRIL 2018 April 6th 2018
Antigua & Barbuda Cruise Ship Timetable
View or print the PDF version of arrivals and departures of vessels scheduled to visit Antigua in April 2018. Read More
TALENTED PIANIST DEBORA MORI WILL ACCOMPANY STARS IN APRIL April 6th 2018
Antigua Opera Society
Debora was born in Milano in 1973, the daughter of the famous Baritone, Orazio Mori and graduated in pianoforte. Read More
ACYR: CONGRATULATIONS MAH JONG April 6th 2018
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Extensive restoration work by Gannon and Benjamin on this 57’ Cheoy Lee Yawl already won her the Sparkman & Stephens Award for Excellence.
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REGGAE IN THE PARK RETURNS WITH TARRUS RILEY & WHAT'S ON April 5th 2018
What's On
This week's newsletter features Antigua Sailing Week's headlining act, Reggae superstar, Tarrus Riley, farmers' market, dining nights with live bands, hash, parties, cooking show and much more. Read More
TARRUS RILEY COMING TO REGGAE IN THE PARK April 5th 2018
Antigua Sailing Week
Reggae superstar, Tarrus Riley will headline this year’s highly anticipated ASW Reggae in the Park on Tuesday, May 1st.. Read More
LASER OPEN & OPTIMIST OPEN RACE RESULTS April 4th 2018
Antigua Yacht Club
The Antigua Yacht Club's 17th Annual Laser Open & 2nd Annual Optimist Open Race took place over 24th - 25th March. Read More
ABMA MARCH NEWSLETTER April 4th 2018
Antigua & Barbuda Marine Association
The latest newsletter from the ABMA highlights upcoming regattas and local yachting news. Read More
SEBASTIAN FERRADA - TENOR WILL PERFORM IN APRIL April 3rd 2018
Antigua Opera Society
He began his solo career with the title role in Puccini’s "Edgar" at the Auditorium of Valladolid. Read More
CITIZENSHIP INVESTMENT UNIT SPONSORS ASW MEDIA TEAM April 3rd 2018
Antigua Sailing Week
The team will deliver daily race reports, live broadcast and video edits from their base in Nelson’s Dockyard. Read More
ACYR: APOLLONIA SHINES AGAIN! April 3rd 2018
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Apollonia will be setting sail soon for Antigua. If anyone is interested in coming on this trip, there is a bunk and free beer. Read More
LE BISTRO AMONG EXPERTS' CHOICE WINNERS April 3rd 2018
Le Bistro Restaurant
Reviews from publications like Lonely Planet, Concierge and Fodor's agree that it is an outstanding choice for dining. Read More
A & B DOUBLES MIAMI AIRLIFT THIS WINTER WITH AA March 29th 2018
Antigua & Barbuda Tourism Authority
The island will benefit from an additional daily flight with American Airlines from Miami during the upcoming winter season. Read More
EASTER WEEKEND IN ANTIGUA & WHAT'S ON March 29th 2018
What's On
This week's newsletter features the best roundup of the best things to do in Antigua this Easter, special offers and much more. Read More
SOPRANO, FEDERICA VITALI WILL SING IN APRIL March 29th 2018
Antigua Opera Society
Federica studied music privately with Maestro Davide Rocca and has attended many International Master classes. Read More
EASTER WEEKEND ZIPLINE HOURS March 29th 2018
Antigua Rainforest Canopy Tour
Hop on over to Antigua Rainforest Canopy Tour for a Zipline Tour, limited time and tours available Read More
EASTER RETREAT PACKAGE March 28th 2018
Carlisle Bay Hotel & Blue Spa
Spa in the Caribbean doesn't get much better than Carlisle Bay's Blue Spa! Choose one of the treatments from the Blue Quencher package. Read More
ABTA SCOOPS BRONZE AWARD March 27th 2018
Antigua & Barbuda Tourism Authority
The UK Office has won the bronze award in the highly competitive CIMTIG Travel Marketing Awards for the Best Tactical Campaign. Read More
ACYR: IT ALL STARTED ON ASCHANTI March 27th 2018
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The idea for a Classic Yacht Regatta was first conceived by schooner Captains Kenny Coombs, Uli Pruesse and Tony Fincham. Read More
DIGICEL LAUNCHES ITS MOST GENEROUS POSTPAID PLANS EVER March 27th 2018
Digicel
The Freedom Plans offer up to 25GB of data with its top tier, Freedom Max plan. Read More
SHEER ROCKS WINS TRIPEXPERTS' AWARD March 26th 2018
Sheer Rocks Restaurant Bar Lounge
Reviewers agree that it is an outstanding choice for dining out in Antigua & Barbuda. The award is bestowed on only the very best restaurants. Read More
OUTSTANDING BARITONE, OMAR KAMATA March 26th 2018
Antigua Opera Society
To hear Omar sing in April, the Opera Society are offering two venues to choose from; Catherine's Café and the National Sailing Academy. Read More
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