Antigua & Barbuda | The Beach is Just the Beginning
Legends Issue 2014
Airport Evolutions from Hangar to Banger
Tourism Trailblazers Tribute Honoring Hospitality History
10 Hospitality Traditions Do as ABer’s do
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FAMILIAR FRIENDLY
FACES IN HOSPITALITY A&B was recently named among the Top 10 Friendliest Destinations in the Caribbean by the Huffington Post. Here are some of the friendly faces that are still around after several decades in the hospitality industry . We salute these personalities that help to give this destination a mark of distinction.
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Harleen Williams, Coco Shop - employed for more than 45 years. Lacu Samuel, accomplished steel pan player for more than 30 years. Performs at many night spots around Antigua Inez Barthley, Blue Waters Hotel - The "Barthley's Restaurant" is named after her. Sylvia Garden Walk-In Tour at Rex Hawksbill Resort. Calypso Joe the 1970 Road March Calypso King, performs at many hotels and night spots in A & B
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Chef Eggs Martin, Curtain Bluff. Employed for 40 years Sir Hugh Bailey has been involved in recreational sailing for over 60 years. Roland Prince, accomplished guitarist, has performed alongside jazz legends such as George Benson Prince Odada, dancer, for more than 30 years. Performs in many night spots in A & B. Uncle Roddy, Beach Bar Barbuda. Has been bartending for more than 50 years.
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CONTRIBUTORS & WRITERS Yendie Lynch Erica Henry Jackman Annette Michael Elizabeth Mason Dean Fenton Carolyn Punter Ted Martin - Photo Fantasy Colin Williams
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Antigua & Barbuda Airport The Buzz informs how long we've been Flying.
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A&B Inspired Stories The fuel sits between the sea, sand & sun, the Buzz shows you how it moves people.
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A, B, Free Antigua and Barbuda offers everything under the sun, even some that cost nada.
DESIGN Adrian Surgeon
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Antigua and Barbuda Tourist Office 3 Dag Hammarskjold Plaza 305 E. 47th Street - 6A New York, NY. 10017 Tel: 212 541 4117 or 888 268 4227 Direct: 646 215 6035 Fax: 212 541 4789 Cover Photo: Fort James Photo Credit: Yendie Lynch
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Celebrity Love And why are we Dubbed the Romance capital of the world?
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ABBUZZ Tourism Trailblazers Tribute A&B salutes it's offerings with history.
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Hospitality Traditions When in Rome do as the Romans, in A&B here are the rules. A&B BUZZ: LEGENDS ISSUE/2014
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TREASURE
THE BUZZ
GET YOUR SNOWBIRD ON with AA’s new flight from JFK
Beginning November 21st, enjoy the beauty of Antigua with our new daily non-stop service from New York/JFK to Antigua/ANU. Spoil yourself with an unforgettable trip to the Island and relax in its peaceful surroundings. Awake your senses, feel the vibe of this stunning piece of the Caribbean and enjoy a variety of activities, such as sailing, snorkeling and kayaking; discover the well-preserved coral reefs or just hit the beach for some fun.
- David Brower
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"Carve your name on hearts, not tombstones. A legacy is etched into the minds of others and the stories they share about you." - Shannon L. Alder
BUZZPIRATIONS
"Your story is the greatest legacy that you will leave to your friends. It's the longest-lasting legacy you will leave to your heirs."
"We must begin thinking like a river if we are to leave a legacy of beauty and life for future & generations."
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In 1493, Christopher Columbus landed in Paradise and named this isle Santa Maria la Antigua, the miracle-working saint of Seville. Legend has it that the indigenous Arawak people were very friendly and welcomed Columbus and the first European settlers to their shores. This hospitable attitude is still present, and you'll find the residents of A & B to be always friendly and helpful. A&B was recently named among the Caribbean's 10 Friendliest Destinations. With a half a dozen hotels in continuous operation for more than 50 years, you will find that the hospitality is in fact genuine and legendary. There's something about A & B that feels like times gone by, when people treated each other with grace and respect, before the world became too over-developed and incivility was the norm. Today Antigua remains unspoiled, unfettered and ripe for sunny vacations and exploration. Long before there was an established "tourism industry" in A&B, the practice of welcoming strangers to the island was considered a privilege by local residents. Most of the early visitors to the islands were involved in trading goods and any affiliation with these businessmen meant better bargains, access to fine imported goods and an elevated sense of social status among the local people. The inviting climate of A&B and ideal sailing conditions brought bona fide tourists to the region in the early 20th Century and a number of inns, guest houses and hotels A&B BUZZ: LEGENDS ISSUE/2014
emerged. The US Naval base opened in 1947 and A&B was endowed with an international airport, much earlier than some of the other Eastern Caribbean countries. Tourism began to grow with the introduction of regular non-stop international airplane flights in the 1960s. This founded a less exclusive form of tourism, alongside the luxury market, which remains in the present day. Today, more than 1 million tourists, arrive by cruise, yacht or plane to vacation in A&B annually. Tourism is referred to as "the engine of growth"and affects more than 70% of the country's GDP. A&B's service culture is legendary and its 365 beaches, vast unblemished landscapes, friendly people and a variety of resorts each with own appeal, are just some of the unique elements that have kept visitors coming back, since the turn of the 20th century. In our islands Tourism is everybody's business!
Derede Samuel-Whitlock, Director of Tourism, USA Antigua and Barbuda
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February / March 2014 RORC Caribbean Offshore Race Further information Tel: 268-460-1799 visit www.antiguayachtclub.com
Sports Woman & Man of the Year Award Further information Tel: 268-562-1102/03 Ministry of Sports
Wadadli Day Cultural Extravaganza
Antigua Yacht Club Antigua International Laser Open
Further information 268-462-3586 Cultural Division
Further information Tel: 268-460-1799 www.antiguayachtclub.com
Exhibition at Harmony Hall
Field Trip organized by the EAG
Further information Tel: 268-460-4120 visit www.harmonyhallantigua.com
Further information Tel: 268-462-6236 Environmental Awareness Group
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ANTIGUA & BARBUDA'S
AIRPORT EVOLUTION
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1942
The United States Army constructed an aerodrome in Antigua for military use. www.projects.ilt.columbia.edu/antigua/ base/
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The United States of America turned over the Base to the Government of Antigua and Barbuda.
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1952
Civilian use of the airport commenced and the airport became known as the Coolidge Airport. During the nineteen sixties to early seventies, runway and airside improvements were carried out and the runway 07/25 was extended to 5700 ft then to 7500 ft and finally in 1972 extended to 9000 ft through a grant by the Canadian Government.
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1982
A new passenger terminal building was constructed and became operational north of the previous terminal and consisted of an area space of 60,000 sq ft. In 1985 The Coolidge airport was renamed in honor of the Country's first Premier the Honourable Dr. Sir Vere Cornwall Bird Sr.
2011
Ground Breaking for Construction on the new Airport Terminal
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Construction of a brand new terminal is ongoing. Grand opening is slated for September, 2014.
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INSPIRED STORIES
A & B has inspired many stories and life in this island paradise has been the focal point in novels, films and products.
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ABC-TV's The Bachelorette Season 9, the spinoff to ABC-TV's The Bachelor features an eligible bachelorette looking for "Mr. Right" and is courted by 25 eligible and willing bachelors seeking her hand in love. "Romance Capital of the Caribbean", Antigua & Barbuda was one of the idyllic backdrops chosen for filming of that season's finale episodes. Jane Austen's Mansfield Park reference to Antigua involves an important character in the novel, Sir Thomas Bertram, a wealthy owner of the eponymous English country estate Mansfield Park as well as absentee proprietor of a sugar plantation in Antigua. The period for this piece is 1811 - 1813. Eric Jerome Dickey's Dying for Revenge the third installment of Dickey's Gideon trilogy, Antigua is the backdrop for this novel which offers intrigue, deception, murder and sex in an exotic locale. Antiguan born author Jamaica Kincaid (aka Elaine Potter Richardson) makes reference to Antigua in her novels: A Small Place, Annie John, Lucy & The Autobiography of My Mother. Kincaid's literary critics have referred to her work as having an angry tone yet Kincaid denies that criticism yet notes that most of her work is autobiographical. A&B BUZZ: LEGENDS ISSUE/2014
Table Manners: A Culinary Review of Hospitality in Antigua & Barbuda published by Leeward Consultants & Publishing. Table Manners won First Prize during the 17th International Gourmand Awards in Les Folies Bergère, Paris, France for Best Cookbook Design In The World. A comprehensive coffee table book which contains the history, recipes and images of the best culinary aspects of hospitality in Antigua & Barbuda. The Skin an award winning movie and latest film produced & directed by Antiguan filmmakers Howard & Mitzi Allen of HAMA Films.A supernatural thriller which blends Caribbean mythology with suspense and thrilling special effects: www.hamafilms.com/ the-skin-2/ The novel Unburnable by Antiguan author Marie Elena John, it is historical fiction, a murder mystery, neo-narrative slave and multi-generational saga.
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Documentary Fire In Babylon by English director Stevan Riley depicts the trials and triumphs of the West Indies Cricket Team from the 1970's to the early 1990's starring Antiguan National Hero Sir Vivian Richards and Cricket Legend Andy Roberts and Antiguan historian Frank & I. To Shoot Hard Labor by Sir Keithlyn B. Smith and Fernando C. Smith. The novel begs the question, was slavery over in Antigua before 1960?
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FREEBIES
Although A&B is known as a luxury destination, there are many free opportunities to enjoy A&B. The destination offers something for everyone.
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Duty Free Shopping Heritage Quay is the place for duty free shopping in A&B. The largest and modern of two Quays in St John's, this is a shopper's paradise, offering two floors of a wide array of duty and tax free merchandise, for travellers looking to cash in on amazing value and savings on many international brands -- electronics, local music, cigars, liquors, fine crystals & china, designer clothing & footwear, swimwear, sporting equipment, fragrances, skin care cosmetics, fine jewelry, high end watches and other souvenir items are just a sample of the goods available. A&B BUZZ: LEGENDS ISSUE/2014
Public Market Visit the fruit and vegetable market in St. John's to sample a variety of local produce. Get free advice from farmers about the healing properties and other benefits offered by many local herbs and spices. The market is a place you must visit when in Antigua, particularly on Saturday mornings. Mingle with local villagers arriving with fruit and vegetables to sell, and empty shopping baskets to fill..
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Secluded Beach All beaches in A&B offer free public access but some may be more challenging than others to get to. Enjoy your own Robin Crusoe experience at a private beach on one of more than a dozen off shore islands..
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History Lessons The Museum of Antigua & Barbuda was opened in 1985 and is operated by the Historical & Archaeological Society, a private non-profit organization. Make a small donation after you view this exhibit that interprets the story of A&B from its geological birth to political independence. Housed in the old St. John's Court House of 1750, this historic building provides a fine setting for an interpretive museum and adaptive use for the oldest building in the capital city.
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Carnival Experience Antigua and Barbuda Carnival is celebrated annually from the last week in July to the first week of August. Enjoy the parade, free music interactive dance lessons and revelry that punctuate the destination's rich culture. Get a free dance lesson or as the locals say "learn to whine."
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Independence/Homecoming Celebrations The weeklong festival celebrates A&B's Independence. Enjoy ceremonial parades, dance ensembles and other patriotic symbols that highlight when A&B gained total independence on November 1st 1981.
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Worship with Locals Join in prayer and praise with local residents at one more than 200 churches scattered throughout A&B. Visit centuries old churches and gain insights into period architecture that has withstood hurricanes, earthquakes and fires. If the spirit moves you, you may want to drop a small donation when the offering plate is passed around.
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Turtle Watching Join the Environmental Awareness Group (EAG) in a moonlit expedition to observe the Hawksbill Turtles in their natural habitat. There is a small fee for the ferry ride to the site at Pasture Bay near Jumby Bay but the education and opportunity to be a part of this exercise in conservation are totally free.
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Live Music and Dance Shirley Height's Lookout - For a cover charge of $10 that gets you your first drink, enjoy the 'biggest and continuous' party on the island every Sunday. For more than 30 years, crowds of visitors and locals converge from 4pm and reserve their spot to watch the most wonderful view of the sunset on the island, enjoy live steel band music and an opportunity to dance their cares away. Some call it "Free Sunday School."
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Cricket/Soccer Matches Cricket is the national sport of A&B with soccer as a close second. Enjoy a Divisional match as you traverse through the various villages. Join the local residents as they cheer on their favorite teams and give you tips on how the match is played.
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Lord Horatio Nelson and Lady Emma Hamilton
A & B has long been associated with Romance and was named Caribbean's Leading Honeymoon Destination in 2013 at the World Travel Awards. This is one of the only Caribbean islands where there is no residency requirement to get married and so it is the best places to elope or plan a same day wedding. These are just some of the celebrity love stories that are associated with A & B.
Princess Margaret and Lord Snowden
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Maria Shriver and Arnold Schwarzenegger
Spike Lee and Tonya Lewis
Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon
Dahntay Jones (basketball player with Chicago Bulls) and Valeisha Jones
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Howie Dorough (Back Street Boys) and Leigh Boniello
Tracey actress, Broadway actress and Paolo Barrett
Kelly Pickler (performer) and Kyle Jacobs
Rossi Morreale, host of "Dating in the Dark" and country singer Kacey Coppola
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Congratulations & Recognition of Tourism Icons
Much has been said about A & B hospitality, but it is the people that really make the destination. Below are some of the businesses in A & B tourism that have been the pillars in the industry for many years.
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Ismay Mason, Galley Bay Ismay Mason Year Built: Started working 1963 www.galleybayresort.com Ms. Mason started her career at the hotel in 1963 in housekeeping, and remains in that department to this day. When she started, the hotel had 12 rooms, a restaurant and a kitchen. In 2008, the Lanes added a new restaurant Ismay's named after Ms. Mason. In addition, in January2010, Ms. Mason received the Order of Merit, one of the high honors bestowed on the island, from Queen Elizabeth and her representative in Antigua, Governour General Dame Louise Lake Tack.
Coco Point Lodge, Barbuda Founder(s): William Cody Kelly Year Built: 1960 In the 1950's, the late William Cody Kelly realized jet travel would propel winter tourism south from Florida to the Caribbean. He set out to find the best beach in the region, looking specifically for a leeward beach that favored water sports such as sailing, swimming, and snorkeling. On Sunday, February 14, 1960, while flying over Cocoa Point on Barbuda, he found what he wanted and in his own words, It was Valentine's Day and I fell in love with the place. Coco Point Lodge continues to be family run by William Cody Kelly's son Patrick and his grandson Chapin.
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Blue Waters Hotel Founder(s): Osmond Kelsick Year Built: 1960 www.bluewaters.net Blue Waters Hotel, located in Soldiers Bay Antigua, was first opened in 1960 as The Blue Waters Beach Hotel by Osmond Kelsick, a Royal Air Force airman noted as the only Antiguan squadron leader in World War II. The hotel opened with just 16 rooms however by 1984 the property had grown to 45 rooms and was sold to British businessman Ronald Randall.
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Nicholson's Yacht Charter Founder(s): Commander Vernon Nicholson Year Built: 1949 www.yachtvacations.com In 1949, Harry S.Truman was beginning his second term in the White House, "South Pacific" was a success on Broadway, and in the Caribbean Sea, the 70' schooner MOLLIHAWK sailed quietly into English Harbor on the island of Antigua. Commander Vernon Nicholson, O.B.E., Royal Navy, and his family found the old naval dockyard deserted. In those days, only a single plane made weekly stops in Antigua, and it wasn't long before members of the newly established Mill Reef Club were asking to charter the MOLLIHAWK for trips to neighboring islands. And so, in the blue waters of the Caribbean, Nicholson Yacht Charters was born. By 1954, it became apparent that the Nicholson family needed more than just their own boat to accommodate all their charter clients. They succeeded, and soon had a fleet of private yachts under charter out of Antigua.
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The Inn at English Harbour Year Built: 1962 www.theinnantigua.com Antigua's Inn at English Harbour offers a Stunning Convergence of History, Nature and Comfort. Originally constructed in 1962 its historic charm transports you back in time. Upgrades have brought a fresh face to nearly every storied corner of the colonial style resort, from all 28 guestrooms and suites to the dining venues and grounds, and have introduced an all new spa facility and upscale boutique. Reclining across 19 acres of gently sloping wooded headlands near the entrance to Lord Nelson's legendary harbour, The Inn's private white sand beach fronts beautiful hillside gardens for a setting of supreme serenity. Yet just two minutes by water taxi reside the restaurants and nightlife of bustling English Harbour. Antigua to present a uniquely 21st century take on paradise.
Hawksbill By Rex Resorts Year Built: 1960 Hawksbill is a unique and special Caribbean hideaway that you won't want to leave. Set in 37 acres of landscaped tropical gardens, the resort offers its guests a choice of four secluded beaches, including Antigua's only clothing optional beach. So if you love the beach, Hawksbill is the perfect place for you. The resort was constructed in 1960 and offers a wide range of accommodation choices, including detached cottages set amongst the palms, or looking out across the sea. For larger parties, the colonial-style Great House on the tip of the Hawksbill peninsula is a private suite with its own kitchen-bar, three bedrooms and panoramic sea views.
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Coco Shop Founder(s): Amos Morrill and Pat Starr Year Built: 1941 In 1949 Amos Morrill and Pat Starr set up a table at the dock in Saint Johns Harbour and sold oneof-a-kind local crafts. This brother-sister team combined their boundless energy, great sense of style and love for Antigua to build what was to become a very special shop.
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Le Bistro Year Built 1981 Founder(s): Philippa Esposito The island's first authentic French Restaurant and oldest continuously operated restaurants was tentatively opened in 1981. It remains one of the premier dining establishments in A & B. Less than a kilometer (1/2 mile) inland from the coast of Hodges Bay, this restaurant occupies a stone-sided structure built as a clubhouse for a now-defunct golf course. Sporting informal charm, it's Antigua's (since 1981). The owners are English-born Philippa Esposito and her husband, Raffaele, from Capri. As the first authentic French restaurant on island, Le Bistro changes its menus twice a year, but each one is highly creative and innovative, a kind of fusion of West Indian and French recipes.
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Heritage Quay Year Built: 1988 www.nationaltoursandservices.com Heritage Quay was built to bring cruise ships visitor's in. It is the larger of the two modern Quays in St John's; Heritage Quay is a shopper's paradise, offering two floors of a wide array of duty and tax free merchandise, for travellers looking to cash in on amazing value and savings from retail prices of the Europe and USA.
Carib World Travel Founder(s): Percy & Pamela Athurton Year Built: 1973 www.carib-worldtravel.com Carib-World Travel takes pride in putting you in touch with unique Caribbean experiences. We have a deep knowledge of the Caribbean. We grew up here and have been in the travel business for over 39 years. It is not just that we have visited most of the islands as tourists; we have family on most of them so we know many of the islands from a more intimate perspective.
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Steeped in history, many relics of the past have been repurposed to become exciting attractions in A & B. Here are some of the top restorations from a bygone era. Restore a Legend. Preserve the Legacy! A&B BUZZ: LEGENDS ISSUE/2014
Nelson's Dockyard
Shirley Heights
Nelson's Dockyard, named after the victor of the battle of Trafalgar, Admiral Lord Nelson. He was based at English Harbour from 1784 to 1787, as senior captain at only 27 years of age and became the temporary commander-in-chief of the Leeward Islands Enjoy a 30-minute guided tour here and visit the many restored buildings, which now house modern facilities, yet still reflect the naval heritage of English Harbour. This is a place full of history and, although private yachts now replace naval vessels in the harbor, it remains a favorite port for those making the long Atlantic crossing.
Shirley Heights is a restored military lookout, and it's easy to see why they chose this hillside location This rambling array of gun emplacements and military buildings is best known today for the absolutely breathtaking prospect that it offers. From the Heights one can look far out over English Harbour, and on Sunday afternoons the view is accompanied by barbecue, rum punch, and the plangent strains of steel band and reggae music. The site is named for General Shirley, Governor of the Leeward Islands when the area was fortified in the late eighteenth century.
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Betty's Hope
The Museum
Betty's Hope was the first large sugar plantation on Antigua, and its success led to the island's rapid development of large-scale sugar production. Although the only surviving structures are two stone sugar mills and the remains of the stillhouse, the site's importance in Antiguan history has prompted the government to begin developing it as an open air museum. About a hundred stone windmill towers dot the Antiguan landscape, and the two restored examples at Betty's Hope provide a dramatic sense of the way these mills must have dominated the island during the hundreds of years that sugar production was the dominant industry. Betty's Hope was built by Sir Christopher Codrington, who came to Antigua in 1674 from Barbados, and was named for his daughter.
The Museum of Antigua & Barbuda was opened in 1985 and is operated by the Historical & Archaeological Society, a private non-profit organisation. The exhibits, which interpret the story of Antigua from its geological birth to political independence, are placed in the old St. John's Court House of 1750, a very historic building. Today, it is indeed a fine setting for an interpretive museum and is an excellent example of adaptive use for the oldest building of the capital city.
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The Gift shop at Rex Hawksbill
Redcliffe Quay Shopping Area
A&B boasts the most windmills per capita in the Caribbean and these treasured relics are a reminder of thriving sugar cane industry that helped to develop the country's economy. At Hawksbill hotel, a windmill that likely capitalized on the Tradewinds, has been converted to a quaint gift shop on property.
Overlooking the harbor of St. John's, Historic Redcliffe Quay is one of the oldest parts of the town, dating back as far as the 17th & 18th centuries. In those days it was a busy waterfront docking area, widely regarded as the business and trading centre of the Caribbean. It was the main trading place for Slaves, Rum, Sugar and Coffee between Antigua, Europe and Africa. Today it is a peaceful and shady oasis overlooking the sea and the ideal place to rest from the heat and activity of St. John's. You can watch the yachts and boats coming and going into the harbor, or stand in awe of the huge cruise ships that visit the island frequently in the season.
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The Highlands, Barbuda
D- Boat
The first map of Barbuda was made in the second half of the eighteenth century. At that time there were substantial buildings in the Highland. . This is now a premier hiking and campground area in Barbuda.
D-Boat is a never before seen entertainment center and a “must see� attraction when visiting the destination. Converted from a 1974 Oil Tanker into a state-of-the-art offshore experience, D-Boat has it all Out on the ocean, beautiful views, constant entertainment, water park with water activities, great food, amazing drinks and best of all an experience you have never felt or seen before. Catch the transfer boat pick up, located in Jolly Harbour, Antigua. The fun begins with the transfer from the docks to D-boat.
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Russell's at Fort James
St John's Cathedral
Fort James dating back to 1739 has the most spectacular military heritage in Antigua, and still has its full complement of cannons in place. The historic site of the restaurant was rebuilt in 2005 by Russell Hodge, (also responsible for the restoration of the now famous Shirley Heights in 1981) and now offers a fantastic venue for lunch, lazy afternoon drinks, sundowners and dining late into the evening. Fort James is located at the entrance to the harbor of St. John's, Antigua and Barbuda and is one of the many forts built by the British in the 18th century, for fear of French invasion.
Still used as a church, this structure is now in its third incarnation. The present cathedral with its imposing white twin towers was built on a fossilized reef in 1845. Earthquakes in 1683 and in 1745 destroyed the previous structures.
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ANTIGUA & BARBUDA'S
HOSPITALITY TRADITIONS A&B is known for its rich culture and hospitality. You will find the lifestyle in these twin islands is slow and laid-back, and the ancient culture of hospitality has been preserved for generations. The people of A&B are exceptionally warm-hearted and generous and there are number of unique traditions that are often shared with guests to say "Welcome, we hope you enjoy your stay with us!"
Spike the Flavors Susie's Hot Sauce
Welcome! Cavalier Rum Punch
Lapel Flag Pin Official Welcome for Dignitaries
Salute!
Warri Board Learn more about our National Board Game.
Bring your Skills!
Shhh. it's an aphrodisiac! There is a Bush for that! Whole fish (served with the head)
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Bush Tea No matter your ailment.
Slice of Black pineapple our national fruit.
Spiny lobster An abundance of seafood.
enjoy the sweetness
Sure you can have another!
Mmm, mmmm Good!
Lets Make Some Noise!
Fungee and Pepperpot Enjoy our national dish.
Shak shak (painted)
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A & B's First Airport (area known as Old Runaway) circa 1950
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Have you, or a client, ever celebrated Christmas or New Year's in the Caribbean? If so, what were some of the highlights or most compelling aspects of this experience?
Tell us about an interactive A & B experience, where you or your client went back in time to learn about the history, geography, architecture or customs of the destination. This may have been through story telling, walking tour or adventure experience?
Answer of the Month I rang in 2014 at Jolly Beach Resort and the New Year's Eve party was quite a production. The theme of the party was "Call of the Wild" and the organizers did an excellent job creating a jungle experience. There were costume dancers, drummers and a fire eater that really helped to showcase the culture of the island. But they were still able to keep the traditional holidays spirit alive with Christmas carols and fire works. It was very unique and I felt like we had the best of both worlds wrapped in one great celebration. - Vera Cunningham, Stamford CT
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