Guide to Antigua

Situated in the West Indies, Antigua is one of the defining jewels in the crown of the Leeward Islands yacht charter offerings. The Montserrat islands are found south of Antigua, and to the west are the hotspots of St. Kitts, St. Barts, St. Martin, and the uninhabited coral island of Barbuda to the north. Antigua enjoys a Caribbean climate, complemented by steady winds that have long made it a favorite for sailing.

Antigua's harbor and surrounding coral reefs once served as the Caribbean headquarters for the British Royal Navy during the 18th century, home to their famous admiral, Horatio Nelson. Today, Antigua's Jolly Harbour remains a popular base for those exploring the island by yacht charter.

Surrounded by restaurants and boutique shops, the marina is a fitting introduction to the island before exploring its natural beauty and heritage sites. Travel to Nelson's Dockyard National Park to see one of Antigua's most significant landmarks. Restored to its 18th-century state, it's the only continuously working Georgian dockyard in the world.

The island's capital, St. John's, is the largest city in Antigua and home to the Baroque-style St. John's Cathedral, with twin towers that stand out across the surrounding landscape. A visit to St. John's offers a chance to shop and dine in the island's main hub before returning to the water.

Legend has it that Antigua is home to as many beaches as there are days in a year, 365 in total, giving plenty of scope for exploring the coastline on a Caribbean yacht charter vacation.

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