ST. JOHN’S, ANTIGUA (February 2nd, 2026) Antigua and Barbuda is celebrating major wins at the 2026 Caribbean Travel Awards, hosted by Caribbean Journal, claiming top honours across multiple categories. Renowned for its natural beauty, refined luxury, and deeply romantic appeal, the twin-island nation continues to shine as a premier Caribbean destination.
According to the Caribbean Journal, Antigua and Barbuda was recognized as:
- Caribbean Tourist Board of the Year – celebrating Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority leadership, innovation, and success in promoting the islands globally.
- Honeymoon Destination of the Year – highlighting Antigua and Barbuda as the ultimate romantic escape, where couples can enjoy 365 breathtaking beaches, intimate luxury resorts, candlelit dining, sailing at sunset, and experiences designed to celebrate love.
- Luxury Destination of the Year – recognizing the islands’ exceptional accommodations, curated experiences, and world-class service for discerning travelers seeking elegance, privacy, and authenticity.
Adding to the celebrations, Pineapple Beach Club was named Pickleball Resort of the Year, underscoring the destination’s commitment to wellness and active travel.
“These awards reflect the dedication of the team at the ABTA and the strength of our marketing initiatives, the excellent quality standards and service of our tourism partners, and frontline teams, and the diverse experiences that Antigua and Barbuda offers visitors,” said Colin C. James, CEO of the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority. Antigua and Barbuda is truly a destination where romance, relaxation, and service excellence come together effortlessly.”
The Caribbean Journal Caribbean Travel Awards are among the most respected accolades in the region, celebrating destinations, resorts, and tourism leaders that consistently deliver excellence and innovation in Caribbean travel. These honors further highlight Antigua and Barbuda’s ongoing commitment to creating meaningful, memorable experiences, whether for couples celebrating love, families seeking connection, or travellers in search of luxury and inspiration.
ABOUT ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA
Antigua (pronounced An-tee’ga) and Barbuda (Bar-byew’da) is located in the heart of the Caribbean Sea. The twin-island paradise offers visitors two uniquely distinct experiences, ideal temperatures year-round, a rich history, vibrant culture, exhilarating excursions, award-winning resorts, mouth-watering cuisine and 365 stunning pink and white-sand beaches – one for every day of the year. The largest of the English-speaking Leeward Islands, Antigua comprises 108-square miles with rich history and spectacular topography that provides a variety of popular sightseeing opportunities. Nelson’s Dockyard, the only continuously working Georgian era dockyard in the world, and a listed UNESCO World Heritage site, is perhaps the most renowned landmark. Antigua’s tourism events calendar includes the Antigua Racing Cup, Antigua Sailing Week, Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta, Antigua and Barbuda Culinary Month, the annual Antigua Carnival; known as the Caribbean’s Greatest Summer Festival and Antigua and Barbuda Art Week. Barbuda, Antigua’s smaller sister island, is the ultimate celebrity hideaway. The island lies 27 miles north-east of Antigua and is just a 15-minute plane ride away. Barbuda is known for its untouched 11-mile stretch of pink sand beach and as the home of the largest Frigate Bird Sanctuary in the Western Hemisphere.
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Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority
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