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Silken sands. Captivating coves. Secluded shores. There are 365 beaches of Antigua, one for each day of the year.
Tucked along the bays of the island, they are considered to be some of the most beautiful in the Caribbean. Antigua's special Caribbean charm, its enormous range of activities, and the lazy pace
make this pretty island an ideal tropical destination in every respect.
If you can tear yourself away from the beaches, a visit to Nelson's Dockyard at English Harbour promises a delightful day with its
quaint mix of shops, restaurants and English taverns.St. John's, the capital and main town, is also a premier shopping destination. Shops and restaurants at Redcliffe Quay are set around courtyards. For
duty-free shopping, visit Heritage Quay. You can also do well in shops located around the island. Best buys include perfume, liquor, emeralds, jewelry, china and crystal.
Resorts on Antigua are your base for sailing, windsurfing, deep-sea fishing and diving. Most have tennis, too. Rex Halcyon Cove and
Sandals Antigua Resort & spa are located in northwestern Dickenson Bay, which offers the widest variety of sports and activities on the island. Half Moon Bay and Long Bay are both known for
unforgettable snorkeling and diving, while the perfect end to any day awaits with spectacular sunsets from Fort Berkeley and Shirley Heights.
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Antigua, the largest of the British Leeward Islands, is about 14 miles long and 11 miles wide,
encompassing 108 square miles. Antigua has a pleasant tropical semiarid climate, enjoying hot dry days while the North East Trade Winds make the nights cool and comfortable. Temperatures generally range from the mid-70s in the winter to the mid-80s in the summer. Annual rainfall averages only 45 inches
and the northeast trade winds are nearly constant, flagging only in September. Low humidity year-round. 
