FAQ
FAQ & General Information
Frequently Ask Questions
It’s ok to have questions! Below are several questions we get on a regular basis, as well as some basic information on Antigua & Barbuda and traveling to and from our beautiful twin-island nation. Of course, if you can’t find what you’re looking for here, you can always contact us or click the live-chat icon at the bottom of the screen.
FAQ
How do I get to Antigua?
Non-stop flights are available from the Canada, the United States, the UK, Germany, as well as numerous islands throughout the Caribbean. For more details, visit our How To Get Here page.
What currency do you need in Antigua, should I bring USD?
Antigua and Barbuda use the Eastern Caribbean Dollar which can be purchased at most commercial banks. In Antigua and Barbuda many establishments will also accept US dollars.
What beaches should we visit in Antigua?
All of them Antigua and Barbuda is the land of 365 beaches. It’s impossible to recommend just one. But here are a few to get you started
Where should I go to get the best pictures in Antigua and Barbuda?
There are multiple scenic vantage points on both islands, but the iconic view from Shirley Heights and Nelson’s Dockyard are said to be the most memorable.
How do I visit Barbuda?
Please see our Getting To Barbuda page for travel information on how you can travel to our sister island Barbuda.
General Information
Travel Information
Antigua and Barbuda is a twin-island gem located in the heart of the Caribbean Sea. As part of the Leeward islands, we are situated 45 minutes (by plane) from the island of Puerto Rico and to the north-west of Barbados. Boasting one of the regions award-winning state-of-the-art airports, several of the major airlines fly to our shores and we welcome cruise ship passengers from most of the world’s most popular cruise lines.
One of the most unique things about Antigua is our 365 white and pink sand beaches and locals like to say, we have one for everyday of the year. Antigua and Barbuda also boasts the most luxury all-inclusive boutique hotels in the Caribbean and is the perfect destination for any traveler. Voted several years in a row as the Caribbean’s Most Romantic Destination, we consider ourselves as the Romance Capital of the World.
With adventure around every corner, a wide variety of dining options and accommodations for the budget conscious and luxury traveler Antigua and Barbuda has a little bit of something for everyone!
Entry Requirements
Visitors to Antigua and Barbuda require a valid passport, a return or onward ticket, confirmation of accommodation throughout the stay and sufficient funds for the duration of the stay. On arrival, the immigration officer must be satisfied that your reason for visiting Antigua and Barbuda is legitimate. For visa requirements, see our Travel Resources page.
Departure Tax
Departure tax is included in the price of the ticket for all passengers over 12 years old leaving the island via air travel.
Customs Regulations
The duty-free allowance is as follows: 200 cigarettes or 50 cigars or 250g tobacco, 1 litre wine or spirits, 170ml (6ozs) perfume. Weapons of war and unprescribed drugs are prohibited.
Antigua and Barbuda is a twin-island gem located in the heart of the Caribbean Sea. As part of the Leeward islands, we are situated 45 minutes (by plane) from the island of Puerto Rico and to the north-west of Barbados. Boasting one of the regions award-winning state-of-the-art airports, several of the major airlines fly to our shores and we welcome cruise ship passengers from most of the world’s most popular cruise lines.
One of the most unique things about Antigua is our 365 white and pink sand beaches and locals like to say, we have one for everyday of the year. Antigua and Barbuda also boasts the most luxury all-inclusive boutique hotels in the Caribbean and is the perfect destination for any traveler. Voted several years in a row as the Caribbean’s Most Romantic Destination, we consider ourselves as the Romance Capital of the World.
With adventure around every corner, a wide variety of dining options and accommodations for the budget conscious and luxury traveler Antigua and Barbuda has a little bit of something for everyone!
Banking
Banks open Monday to Thursday, 8am – 2pm and Fridays 8am – 4pm
Churches
Anglican is the most popular religion on the island. Other denominations include, Roman Catholic, Baptist, Pentecostal, Moravian and Seventh Day Adventist among others. The Parham Anglican Church, is one of the oldest churches in the region built during colonial times by slaves. The St. John’s Cathedral, considered a national monument is a popular tourist attraction due to its high geometrical ceiling and unique architectural design.
Electricity
240 Volts, 50 cycles AC (a few hotels are 110 Volts, 60 cycles). Adaptors are generally available at the resorts.
Geography
Antigua and Barbuda is part of the Leeward Islands and consists of two inhabited main islands, Antigua and Barbuda, and a number of smaller islands and the small uninhabited Redonda island about 50km west-southwest of Antigua. The island nation shares maritime borders with Saint Kitts and Nevis, Anguilla (UK), Montserrat (UK) and Saint Barthélemy (France).
With an area of 442 km², the islands are slightly smaller than Andorra, or about 2.5 times the size of Washington, DC.
The highest elevation on the archipelago is Boggy Peak with 402m (1,319 ft.). Antigua boasts the largest expanse of freshwater in the whole of the Caribbean, Potworks Dam is a man-made lake nearly 2km long by 1km wide.
Crime
Antigua and Barbuda is one of the safest countries in the Caribbean and is relatively crime-free country. Visitors can enjoy a safe and comfortable experience while vacationing in Antigua and Barbuda, but exercise normal precautions, i.e. don’t leave valuables unattended on the beach or in rental cars.
