Antigua is the main island in the country of Antigua and Barbuda. It is situated in the middle of the Leeward Islands in the Eastern Caribbean. It is the largest English speaking Leeward Island in the Caribbean.

Antigua is one of the most popular Caribbean holiday destinations. It has around 365 white sandy beaches, which make it a popular tourist choice. With a variety of places to enjoy and activities to immerse yourself in, Antigua is an island where you can have any type of holiday you want.

Some people like to have private holiday to spend some time by themselves and forget the worries of life, for such people Antigua is a great treat. A large number of beaches make it possible for you to get the best tan lying around in the tropical climate.

To ward off your stresses and make you more comfortable there are many luxury resorts and spas on the island. Some of the resorts have such type of room allocation that it gives complete privacy to the person and some of them even have their own swimming pools.

If you are an outdoor person, then there are a lot many activities that you can get yourself into as it has a lot in store for everyone. It is always advisable to take assistance of the tour companies as they are always the best choice in providing you the tour around the island.

There are many water sports for people who are in the look out of it such as surfing, parasailing, and waterskiing. If you are on a kayak tour then kayaking and snorkelling are the activities that must be done to have optimum fun. For people who are in love with the nature, they must take the Antigua Rainforest Tour, which is an excellent eco tour and would familiarize you with the beauty hidden in the rain forests.

For those who are looking for a cultural or historical experience, this island has a lot to offer. The English Harbour is a historical site on the island and was part of a British military colony. Shirley Heights is another popular tourist spot, which has a breathtaking view of historical military buildings that one can enjoy along with great food and music. The Sea View Farm Village is a small cottage pottery industry where you can purchase folk pottery as souvenirs. The museum of Antigua and Barbuda and the Harmony Hall Arts Gallery are also necessary to see.

The best part about Antigua is that you can enjoy a great holiday there even on a budget. No matter what type of holiday you choose to have, many deals and packages can fit into almost any budget.

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