{"id":173858,"date":"2023-05-15T08:19:01","date_gmt":"2023-05-15T12:19:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/?p=173858"},"modified":"2023-05-15T08:19:01","modified_gmt":"2023-05-15T12:19:01","slug":"10-reasons-why-antigua-and-barbuda-is-the-home-of-barefoot-luxury","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/10-reasons-why-antigua-and-barbuda-is-the-home-of-barefoot-luxury\/","title":{"rendered":"10 reasons why Antigua and Barbuda is the home of barefoot luxury"},"content":{"rendered":"
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(Daily Mail) \u2014 It\u2019s a dream destination \u2013 a beautiful twin island with miles of pristine white sandy beaches lined with palm trees surrounded by the most glorious turquoise waters.<\/p>

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Yet Antigua and Barbuda is so much more. This is a seriously laid-back twin island with friendly locals, a rich history to explore and so much to see and do.<\/p>\n

And with year-round temperatures in the low to mid-80s and lower than average humidity levels, it\u2019s holiday perfection.<\/p>

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What\u2019s more, British Airways fly to this English-speaking island from London Gatwick 6 times a week in the winter, and 5 times a week in summer, which makes getting there incredibly straightforward.Top Storiesby Daily Mail00:0201:00Travel experiences guaranteed to change you FOREVER.<\/p>

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But what makes Antigua so special? Here are just a few of the things that make it magnificent. . .<\/p>\n

THE VERY BEST BEACHES<\/h2>\n

Explore nearly a kilometre of sugar soft sand, lapped by crystal waters at Half Moon Bay<\/p>

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Oh, where to start? With 365 beaches, it\u2019s impossible to play favourites as all have their own charms.<\/p>\n

But Half Moon Bay is breath-taking \u2013 nearly a kilometre of white sand and warm blue waters \u2013 and the beach regularly pops up on social media. With so many beaches, they\u2019re rarely crowded but if you want isolation, head to Re Bay in the south.<\/p>

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Snorkellers will love Long Bay Beach, while wind and kite surfers will be in their element at Jabberwock Beach and Dickenson Bay is perfect for families.<\/p>

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SAIL AWAY\u2026<\/h2>\n

Head to the calm waters surrounding Antigua to appreciate this island gem from a whole new perspective<\/p>\n

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Nestled in the heart of the Caribbean\u2019s Leeward Islands, Antigua has the perfect conditions for sailing with gentle, warm winds and safe anchorages.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s a yachters\u2019 paradise, hosting a world-renowned week-long regatta in April every year and is a great place to learn to sail. Alternatively, charter a yacht, book a catamaran trip or take an eco-boat tour to really see the beauty of the island from off-shore.<\/p>\n

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