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Antigua packs a lot for only 13 miles of stretch to cater to every traveler. Travelers can pick from activities such as lazing on the beach, taking a yacht cruise, and exploring local craft shops for souvenirs. Adults-only resorts in Antigua are more predominant in popular vacation spots such as St John's, Jolly Harbour and the east coast. Here is a complete guide to help you plan your trip to the island.

What is the weather like in Antigua

Antigua has a tropical climate with refreshing ocean breezes. Temperatures and sunshine don't vary much throughout the year, which explains why it is such a revered destination. However, December to April is the high season and driest time, with maximum temperatures averaging 28.5°C.
The wet season in Antigua runs from mid-June to mid-November and has short spells of heavy downpours and thunderstorms at night. And even then, the island still gets a lot of sunshine but is often humid. Humidity on the island is highest in August and September, and the risk of hurricanes is greater from mid-August to mid-October.

What to expect from Antigua

Besides its pristine beaches, there aren't many attractions on the island. Nevertheless, Antigua still has plenty to offer the traditional traveler, such as beautiful buildings, historic plantations, and quaint churches. In addition, the city takes a Spanish demeanor which only adds to its mystique. And when you think you have seen it all, the island always has an ace up its sleeve.
Antigua's culinary excellence is one of its biggest strengths, and it is no surprise that many travelers are adding the island nation to their bucket lists. The island's restaurants serve home-cooked cuisines, making travelers feel like they are home. And whether you order goat curry or yellow-fin tuna tartare, it will be served with a bottle of Wadadli Beer or shots of rum.
Did you know that rum was first made in the Caribbean (particularly Barbados)? Well, if you weren't sure, waltzing through several bars in Antigua should eradicate doubts. Rum is the most common alcoholic beverage in Antigua.

What to do and see in Antigua

With over 365 beaches, travelers are spoilt for choice when getting a sun tan in this part of the Caribbean. But the beaches on the island offer some diversity to cater to a wide range of travelers. So whether you prefer secluded coves for some quiet time (Darkwood Beach or Half Moon Bay) or want to kick back in the sun lounger with a drink in hand, Antigua has it all.
But the island has something more besides its breathtaking beaches. Its fascinating history is a significant pull for many travelers, and it has several historical landmarks to cater to history buffs. These include; Nelson's Dockyard (a UNESCO site with roots in the 17th Century) and the Museum of Antigua and Barbuda (which offers the history of the two island nation). Antigua also has five national parks, but the show's star is Devil's Bridge. The bridge is a breathtaking phenomenon pitted in limestone and formed over millennia.
Another destination worth checking out is the 43-acre Donkey Sanctuary. Managed by the Antigua & Barbuda Humane Society, the estate is home to some 150 animals, and their history is the gist of your visit. The donkeys have lived on the island for nearly four centuries, initially arriving with the first English settlers.
The sugar trade remains one of Antigua's dark pasts, and on the hill, east of the island, sits over 100 sugar mills of Betty's Hope. Named after the daughter of the owner of the plantations, Betty's Hope is an essential jigsaw in the island's history. The estate was where 400 enslaved Africans once lived and now is an open-air museum.