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Antigua the Largest of the British Leeward Islands, is
roughly circular and ringed by jagged coves, silent bays and
small harbors, each with its sun-swept beach. It is said
there are 365 beaches, one for each day of the year; and
inland, a rain forest, pineapple groves and tiny villages
with inviting open-air fruit & vegetable markets. An oasis
of calm in an azure sea, Antigua rolls out a personal
welcome for lovers.
Antiqua is home to Caribbean's first romance festival
- the Romantic Rhythms Music Festival, held on first weekend
of June at he Sir. Vivian Richards Stadium over three days.
Barbuda is one of those very few
islands in the Caribbean that remains--and probably will
remain for some time--so undeveloped as to seem positively
deserted at times. With the exception of the guests of the
island's small number of accommodations, the population
seems largely to consist of the graceful Fregata
magnificens, or frigate bird. As the birds possess a
marked preference for the northwest lagoon, Barbuda's
seemingly endless white and pink sand beaches are left to
the peaceful wanderings of those lucky enough to sojourn
here.
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* Canadian's require a valid passport or a birth certificate, with 2
pieces official photo ID
* Capital city: St John's
* Gateway airport: St John's (ANU)
* Departure tax $20* Language: English
*Currency: Eastern Caribbean Dollar. US widely accepted
* Electricity: 220V, some hotel have 110V (may need adapters)
* Goods to buy: clay folk pottery, local artwork, Locally made rum, sea island cotton,
leather and straw items |
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