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 | SURVIVOR FASHION SHOWFriday 13th September 2024 The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority is excited to announce that its very own Keisha Schahaff, who made headlines as one-half of the first mother-daughter duo from the Caribbean to travel to space. Read More
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 | BLACK PINEAPPLE AWARDS Wednesday 11th September 2024 a spectacular initiative that honours and celebrates the outstanding achievements of hard-working travel agents from around the world is set to take place from December 6th to 8th, 2024, in Antigua and Barbuda. Read More
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 | U.S. TOURISM TEAM AIMS FOR NEW AMBITIOUS GOALS AFTER WEEKEND RETREATTuesday 10th September 2024 The members of its US sales, marketing, and media team left a weekend retreat fully energized in exceeding new ambitious targets Read More
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 | WORLD WELLNESS WEEKENDFriday 6th September 2024 World Wellness Weekend will be celebrated in Antigua and Barbuda from September 20 - September 22 2024. Read More
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 | CHTA NAMES ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA HOST FOR 43RD CARIBBEAN TRAVEL MARKETPLACEThursday 5th September 2024 The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) has selected Antigua and Barbuda as the host destination for the 43rd Caribbean Travel Marketplace (CTM), Scheduled for May 18-22, 2025. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA ART WEEK 2024Monday 26th August 2024 The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority is excited to announce that the second edition of Antigua and Barbuda Art Week 2024 will take place from November 27 to December 3, 2024 Read More
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 | ABTA CELEBRATE RISING VISITOR ARRIVALS AND CANADIAN PARTNERSFriday 16th August 2024 The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority (ABTA) hosted an intimate appreciation event in Toronto, Canada on August 13 that recognized business partners who have contributed to strong visitor arrivals this year. Read More
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 | CAPTAIN BERNEL SIMON’S HISTORIC RETURN HOMEThursday 1st August 2024 Antigua and Barbuda proudly welcomed one of its own, Captain Bernel Simon, as he returned home for the first time in his new role as an American Airlines Captain. Read More
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 | VC BIRD INTERNATIONAL UNVEILS NEW ERA OF CLASS AND COMFORT WITH REFRESHED EXECUTIVE LOUNGEFriday 26th July 2024 A stunningly designed makeover at the Executive Lounge of the VC Bird International Airport has introduced reimagined comfort and a new era of enhanced luxury for the discerning traveller as they wait through the final moments of their stay in Antigua and Barbuda.
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 | ANTIGUA CRUISE PORT NOMINATIONSTuesday 18th June 2024 The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority proudly congratulates the team at Antigua Cruise Port on their recent nominations for the 4th annual World Cruise Awards 2024. Read More
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 | ICC T20 CRICKET SCHEDULE Tuesday 28th May 2024 Do not miss a single match of the T20 World Cup in Antigua, check out the schedule Read More
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 | CARIBBEAN TRAVEL MARKETPLACE Monday 27th May 2024 Antigua and Barbuda Tourism officials have concluded a productive showing at the 42nd edition of Caribbean Travel Marketplace Read More
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 | EAT LIKE A LOCAL Tuesday 21st May 2024 Residents of Antigua and Barbuda share their favourite food spot during Antigua and Barbuda Restaurant Week Read More
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 | FOUR KNIGHTS CONCLUDE GTA TOURWednesday 15th May 2024 Sir Vivian Richards, Sir Anderson Roberts, Sir Richard Richardson, and Sir Curtly Ambrose- are heading home from Toronto Read More
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 | BEST PEPPERPOT & FUNGEE COMPETITION ANNOUNCEDWednesday 1st May 2024 Part of the ‘Eat Like A Local’ initiative celebrating cuisine and authentic local dishes prepared by passionate chefs and cooks. Read More
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 | ICC T20 CRICKET WORLD CUPThursday 18th April 2024 The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority is inviting cricket fans to immerse themselves in the atmosphere of the game in Antigua and Barbuda. Read More
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 | INCREASE IN AIRLIFTS TO ANTIGUA & BARBUDAThursday 28th March 2024 American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, Westjet are to increase flights into Antigua Read More
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 | THE PEPPERPOT DIARIES RUM SHOPMonday 25th March 2024 The Pepperpot Diaries Rum Shop at Fort James launches May 8th for 100 days, over Restaurant Week and T20 Read More
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 | ANTIGUA ART WEEKThursday 7th March 2024 Call for artists for Antigua Art Week, November 27-December 3rd. Read More
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 | CONDOR TO RESTART SERVICE TO ANTIGUA & BARBUDA Wednesday 6th March 2024 Good news from ITB as Condor announced its return to Antigua with a weekly service starting November 5, 2024 Read More
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 | WELCOME HOME TO CAPTAIN BRIAN CHASEWednesday 6th March 2024 Brian Chase has touched down in his home country for the first time as an American Airlines Captain. Read More
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 | TANEISHA S. RICHARDSON WINS PRESTIGIOUS AWARDThursday 29th February 2024 Taneisha S. Richardson, Owner/Lead Planner & Designer of Unique Events by TSR, received the prestigious "Best Wedding Under $50,000" award at the (WPIC) Wedding Awards.
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 | VOTE FOR ANTIGUA IN WORLD TRAVEL AWARDSWednesday 28th February 2024 Voting is now open for the World Travel Awards 2024, make sure you vote for Antigua! Read More
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 | LEAP YEAR BEACH ‘BEACH 366’ Wednesday 28th February 2024 Leap Year Beach ‘Beach 366’ will be officially unveiled at the Sir Vivian Richards stadium with the cricket World Cup festivities this June. Read More
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 | CPL CRICKET IN ANTIGUAMonday 26th February 2024 The 2024 edition of the CPL will take place from August 28 to October 6 Read More
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 | CALL FOR ARTISTS FOR ART WEEK 2024Wednesday 21st February 2024 Apply now to be part of Antigua Art Week. Deadline for submissions 21st March Join the zoom meeting on March 20th Read More
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 | ANTIGUA RESTAURANT WEEK 2024 LINE-UPFriday 16th February 2024 Two-week gastronomical event will feature cuisine and culture from Antigua with experiences from celebrity chefs of Caribbean heritage
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 | CRICKET TICKET BALLOT OPEN Friday 2nd February 2024 Enter the ticket ballot now for T20 World Cup tickets Read More
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 | ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA WINS TOP SPOT Wednesday 17th January 2024 Antigua and Barbuda Wins Top Spot in TripAdvisor’s 2024 Travelers’ Choice Awards – Best Honeymoon Destinations Read More
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 | GERMAN STUDENTS ARRIVE IN ANTIGUA Tuesday 9th January 2024 German Students Arrive in Antigua for Practice in Paradise Programme Read More
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 | 2024 DESTINATION EVENTS CALENDAR Wednesday 3rd January 2024 Check out the many events over 2024 with the calendar Read More
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 | ANTIGUA & BARBUDA WELLNESS MONTHWednesday 3rd January 2024 January is Wellness Month, read all about it in the ABTA Newsletter Read More
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 | ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA WELLNESS MONTH Thursday 21st December 2023 Antigua and Barbuda Wellness Month will take place in January 2024 Read More
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 | VOTE FOR ANTIGUA Thursday 21st December 2023 Cast your VOTE and let's make waves on the global stage Read More
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 | TOURIST BOARD OF THE YEAR Thursday 14th December 2023 ABTA has won Caribbean Journal’s Caribbean Travel Award for Caribbean Tourist Board of the Year 2023 Read More
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 | SAVE THE DATETuesday 14th November 2023 Antigua and Barbuda presents Showcase a grand display of the destination set to take place from June 19 to 21, 2024. Read More
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 | TOURISM AWARDS GALATuesday 14th November 2023 Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Awards Gala: Celebrating the Crowned Gems of the Tourism Industry, December 9th
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 | AMERICAN AIRLINES NEW FLIGHTS TO ANTIGUAMonday 13th November 2023 American Airlines has announced a second flight for the twin-island paradise of Antigua and Barbuda Read More
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 | SUSTAINABILITY IN TOURISM Wednesday 8th November 2023 Antigua and Barbuda’s Tourism Minister featured on World Travel Market Tourism Sustainability Panel.
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 | MEET THE PROFESSIONALS: NATASHA JAMESTuesday 31st October 2023 Introducing Natasha James, living her dream as Owner of Charmed Tours, a Premier Destination Management Company in Antigua and Barbuda Read More
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 | SHOWCASE ANTIGUA 2024Friday 27th October 2023 Save the Date: The Antigua & Barbuda Hotels and Tourism Association (ABHTA) and the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority (ABTA) are elated to announce the highly-anticipated return of Showcase Antigua Barbuda, set to take place from June 19 to 21, 2024. Read More
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 | UNVEILING HOSPITALITY PROFESSIONALSTuesday 26th September 2023 Over the coming weeks, we will illuminate the remarkable journeys of individuals immersed in various sectors, such as hotel operations, taxi services, yachting, tours, and vendor businesses. Read More
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 | WELLNESS MONTH 2024Thursday 21st September 2023 Following a successful Wellness Weekend, Antigua and Barbuda look forward to Wellness Month in January 2024. Read More
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 | REGISTER NOW FOR WORLD TRAVEL MARKETFriday 8th September 2023 Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority Invites Tourism Partners to Register for World Travel Market 2023.. taking place from 6 - 8 November 2023 at ExCeL London Read More
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 | 30TH ANNUAL WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS Wednesday 6th September 2023 The 30th Annual World Travel Awards has announced the winners, find out local resorts and tour operators that were crowned best of the best below by category. Read More
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 | ABTA VISIT TO CANADA Monday 21st August 2023 CEO of the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority, Colin C. James joined Canada’s Director of Tourism (ag) Tameka Wharton for an intense 4 days of broad media and trade promotions. Read More
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 | MOTHER-DAUGHTER DUO MAKE HISTORY ON VIRGIN GALACTIC Thursday 10th August 2023 Keisha Schahaff and her daughter Anastatia Mayers Make history in space Read More
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 | GLOBAL SPECIALIST TRAINING Wednesday 19th July 2023 Antigua & Barbuda has launched a new online Specialist training program, as well as a Rewards & Incentive program for travel advisors. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA & BARBUDA AT FOOD FESTIVALWednesday 19th July 2023 The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority exhibited for the first time at the National Geographic Traveller Food Festival Read More
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 | INCREASED FLIGHTS FOR CARNIVALFriday 14th July 2023 An increase of regional airlift to Antigua and Barbuda, ahead of Antigua Carnival, with regional carrier, Caribbean Airlines. Read More
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 | ROMANCE CAMPAIGN LAUNCHED IN BARBUDA Wednesday 21st June 2023 The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority launched its romance campaign in Barbuda in honor of June – The Month of Romance Read More
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 | ANTIGUA IN WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS Monday 19th June 2023 Vote for Antigua in the Caribbean and The Americas 2023 categories in the landmark's 30th anniversary World Travel Awards. Read More
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 | NEW TELEVISION CAMPAIGN Thursday 8th June 2023 The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority is launching a new television and digital campaign to promote the stunning and unique twin-island destination of Antigua and Barbuda to visitors.
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 | NEW ANTIGUA CARNIVAL PASSPORTThursday 8th June 2023 An opportunity to win an all-access pass to Antigua’s Carnival. The Carnival Passport provides lucky winners with a trip to participate during the thirteen exciting days of ‘Antigua Carnival’, from July 27 – August 8, 2023, with entry to official ‘Antigua Carnival’ events and destination attractions. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA ROMANCE MONTH Wednesday 31st May 2023 1-30th June is Romance Month in Antigua, find the Love Lane at the airport Read More
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 | ITALIAN GOVERNMENT VISIT TO ANTIGUAWednesday 17th May 2023 Italian Government, City of Venice UNESCO World Heritage Site to partner with National Park on Climate Change Adaptation Read More
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 | CRUISE SHIPS AT HERITAGE QUAY Tuesday 16th May 2023 Disney Magic & Norwegian Gateway show an uptick 8n summer tourists to Antigua Read More
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 | RETURN OF FRONTIER AIRLINES DIRECT FLIGHTS Tuesday 16th May 2023 Starting November 4, 2023 Frontier Airlines will have weekly nonstop flights between Orlando International Airport (MCO) and V.C. Bird International Airport (ANU) Read More
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 | ANGELA BASSETT & ANTIGUA STATEMENT Sunday 14th May 2023 Actress and producer Angela Bassett has had a long friendship and history with Antigua and Barbuda. Recently, she took the opportunity to visit and share her appreciation and love for the destination with residents and officials alike. Read More
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 | MINISTER OF TOURISM IN BARBADOS Wednesday 10th May 2023 The Honourable Charles Fernandez has joined Caribbean tourism leaders in Barbados for the CHTA Caribbean Travel Marketplace Read More
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 | RESTAURANT WEEK OPENMonday 8th May 2023 Celebrity chefs will be joining local chefs in the inaugural Antigua Restaurant Week. May 7th to 21st at venues all around the island. Read More
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 | CORONATION OF KING CHARLES IIIThursday 4th May 2023 Antigua and Barbuda will play a pivotal role in London at the Coronation of the King on May 6th, while at home, there will be celebrations Read More
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 | AWARD-WINNING ACTRESS VISITS ANTIGUA Thursday 4th May 2023 Award-winning actress and producer, Angela Bassett, was welcomed to Antigua and Barbuda, with her sister D’nette Bassett, and close friend, actress Dawnn Lewis, famous for her role on A Different World, for a relaxing getaway. Antigua and Barbuda. Read More
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 | NEW CHAIRMAN OF ABTA Friday 28th April 2023 Antigua and Barbuda Minister of Tourism has announced the appointment of Vernon A. Jeffers Sr. as the new Chairman of the Board of the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority (ABTA), Read More
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 | L’EXPRESS FERRY ARRIVES IN ANTIGUA Wednesday 26th April 2023 The ferry arrived at Nevis Street Pier on Saturday bringing 427 passengers from Guadeloupe to Antigua Cruise Port Read More
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 | ART WEEK OFFICIALLY OPEN Wednesday 19th April 2023 See art works at Boom at Gunpowder House, VC Bird international Airport. A week of celebration of art in Antigua and Barbuda Read More
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 | ANTIGUA ART WEEK OPENING Monday 17th April 2023 The start of the week exploded into colour with dancing, music, speeches and works from many Antigua artists Read More
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 | STAR CLIPPER HOMEPORTS IN ANTIGUAThursday 13th April 2023 Star Clipper homeported at the Nevis Street Pier on April 8th for the last turnaround for the season.
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 | KWAME DELFISH AT ANTIGUA & BARBUDA ART WEEKWednesday 12th April 2023 Painter, graphic designer and hairstylist Kwame Delfish from Toronto will join the lineup of artists for Art week, April 16-23rd. Read More
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 | ABTA LAUNCHES ART TRAIL GUIDEWednesday 5th April 2023 Visitors and residents can explore the arts during Antigua and Barbuda Art Week - April 16 to April 22, 2023 Read More
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 | ABTA AT SEATRADE CRUISE GLOBALFriday 31st March 2023 Antigua & Barbuda delegation, led by Minister of Tourism, The Honourable Charles Max Fernandez, attended the conference, which brought together more than ten thousand cruise industry attendees. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA & BARBUDA ART WEEK EXTENDED Wednesday 29th March 2023 Art week celebrations have been announced for Barbuda, with exciting events on the island from April 16th-23rd Read More
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 | ANTIGUA & BARBUDA EXTENDS AIRLIFT INTO DUTCH CARIBBEAN Tuesday 28th March 2023 Launch of the new Antigua - Aruba air route, direct flights connecting to the ABCs with British Airways. Introductory fares from US$448 Read More
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 | ABTA MEET OFFICIALS TO INCREASE AIRLIFT. Friday 24th March 2023 Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Officials Report Significant progress in Efforts to secure more airlift. Read More
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 | FARMERS ONLY BECOMES PART OF ANTIGUA RESTAURANT WEEKFriday 24th March 2023 Farmers Only – The Barnyard Party, a farmers-themed event to the official list of the Antigua and Barbuda Restaurant Week activities. Read More
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 | ABTA TOURISM INSIDER Friday 17th March 2023 Find out more about tourism projects in Antigua and Barbuda Read More
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 | ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA RESTAURANT WEEK Tuesday 14th March 2023 May 7th-24th, special menus, Dishes, at restaurants all over the islands. Read More
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 | DARKWOOD BEACH ONE OF THE TOP BEACHES IN THE ANTILLES Tuesday 14th March 2023 upgradedpoints.com has declared Darkwood one of the 19 best beaches in the Lesser Antilles, Read More
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 | EXCITING EVENTS IN ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA Tuesday 14th March 2023 Sailing at Classics Regatta and Antigua Sailing Week, a whole week of art events, it’s going to be an amazing few months. Read More
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 | END OF HOMEPORTING SEASONMonday 13th March 2023 Cricket Legend Sir Vivian Richards makes a special appearance as Antigua Cruise Port ends homeporting season Read More
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 | CASTING CALLFriday 10th March 2023 Be part of ABTA’s next television project. Complete the form or call for more information. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA & BARBUDA ART WEEKWednesday 8th March 2023 Entries are being accepted from students within the categories: ages 5 – 12, and ages 13 – 17. Only one entry is allowed per student.
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 | ANTIGUA & BARBUDA ART WEEKThursday 2nd March 2023 Art, music, film and dance and will take over the twin-island paradise for seven days as a new festival, Antigua and Barbuda Art Week (ABAW) gets set to take place from April 16 – April 22, 2023 under the vibrant theme, ‘Culture in Colour’. Read More
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 | ABTA AT VITRINA TURISTICA Tuesday 28th February 2023 Antigua and Barbuda Tourism authority make an impact at ANATO 2023, one of the largest B2B tourism events in Latin America Read More
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 | ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA RESTAURANT WEEKTuesday 21st February 2023 Antigua and Barbuda is pleased to announce the first edition of the Antigua and Barbuda Restaurant Week scheduled for May 7 - May 21 2023.
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 | HAPPY INTERNATIONAL TOURISM GUIDE DAY Tuesday 21st February 2023 Message from the Minister of Tourism on the day we celebrate tour guides themselves. Read More
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 | BE AMAZED BY ANTIGUA Friday 17th February 2023 ABTA newsletter looking at the amazing islands that are Antigua and Barbuda. Romance, history, beaches, culinary experience Read More
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 | MOVIE-MAKING JOINT VENTURE IN ANTIGUAThursday 16th February 2023 Multi-million joint venture and CBI programme benefit Antigua Read More
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 | BE PART OF ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA’S ROMANCE CAMPAIGNWednesday 8th February 2023 Antigua and Barbuda is the perfect spot for romance: share your story Read More
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 | INAUGURAL ANTIGUA & BARBUDA RESTAURANT WEEKWednesday 8th February 2023 Two weeks to celebrate Antigua and Barbuda’s restaurants May 7th-21st 2023 Read More
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 | ANTIGUA CRUISE PORT COMPLETES SUCCESSFUL HOMEPORTING OF P&O ARVIAMonday 30th January 2023 P&O cruises’ new ship Arvia arrives in Antigua to homeport until March. The largest cruise ship ever to arrive in Antigua Read More
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 | JOB VACANCIES AT ABTA Wednesday 18th January 2023 Human Resources Manager and Chief Marketing Officer wanted at ABTA. Applications by February 1st 2023 Read More
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 | WELLNESS MONTH Tuesday 10th January 2023 Antigua and Barbuda Wellness Month continues with exciting activities taking place this weekend featuring Antigua and Barbuda Fitness Expert Tony Tiger Jacobs and Antigua and Barbuda World Wellness Weekend Ambassador Tricia Greenaway. Everyone is invited to participate in these free events. Read More
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 | BBC TV IN ANTIGUA Thursday 5th January 2023 Reality show “The Apprentice” filmed in Antigua, private showing The Royalton, January 9th. On BBC IPlayer from January 5th Read More
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 | WELLNESS MONTH IN ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA Tuesday 3rd January 2023 Luxuriate in Wellness month in Antigua and Barbuda. Every week in January join activities around the island, spa treatments, Zumba classes, yoga, hikes in the amazing countryside and healthy dining with local produce. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA WIN ANOTHER TOURISM AWARD Tuesday 13th December 2022 2023 Caribbean Travel Awards recognise Antigua Tourism Authority as “Caribbean Tourist Board of the Year” Read More
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 | FERRY BETWEEN ANTIGUA AND GUADELOUPE RE-OPENSMonday 12th December 2022 Services between Guadeloupe and Antigua recommence Read More
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 | DICKENSON BAY NOMINATED BEST CARIBBEAN BEACHWednesday 23rd November 2022 An expert panel selected Dickenson Bay as a contender for Best Caribbean Beach, in the contest which just launched. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA & BARBUDA VOTED THE BEST IN THE CARIBBEANWednesday 16th November 2022 The twin-island paradise of Antigua and Barbuda has been honoured in the `CJ Caribbean Travelers Choice Awards`. Read More
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 | TOURISM WEEK 2022Thursday 20th October 2022 Tourism Week 2022, the week-long celebration, will run from December 3 - 10 under the theme, "One Team, One Vision". Read More
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 | AIR CANADA ADDS NEW FLIGHTS TO ANUMonday 10th October 2022 Antigua & Barbuda welcomes more Canadians as Air Canada adds new flights Read More
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 | SAVE THE DATE: SHOWCASE ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA Monday 10th October 2022 The 8th instalment is set to take place on June 7-9, 2023. Read More
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 | THE #9 TOP ISLANDThursday 6th October 2022 Condé Nast Traveler announced the results of its annual Readers’ Choice Awards with Antigua and Barbuda recognized as the #9 Top Island in the Caribbean and Atlantic. Read More
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 | UPDATED TRAVEL ADVISORYMonday 29th August 2022 The Government of Antigua and Barbuda has updated its travel advisory effective August 29, 2022 to facilitate the smooth movement of passengers to and from the country. Read More
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 | A&B CELEBRATE SAILING TRADITIONS AT HAMPTONS FESTIVAL & REGATTAThursday 18th August 2022 The ABTA showcased the beautiful twin-island destination in a series of events in The Hamptons, New York’s ritzy summer playground for the rich and famous. Read More
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 | A&B`S US TELEVISION CAMPAIGN WITH CBS TVThursday 18th August 2022 The television advertising campaign which begun on August 9 features fifteen second and thirty second clips of Causion`s summer hit music video. Read More
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 | 80 BARBUDANS AWARDED D.E.E.R CERTIFICATIONThursday 21st July 2022 After demonstrating their knowledge, skills, ability, and competencies to deliver quality customer experiences in AHTA’s program. Read More
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 | WIN A TRIP FOR TWO TO ANTIGUA CARNIVALTuesday 28th June 2022 Win a 4-night, all-inclusive trip for two to Antigua Carnival! Read More
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 | GLOBAL SUMMER CAMPAIGNTuesday 28th June 2022 Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority Launches Global Summer Campaign Read More
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 | CELEBRITY DESTINATION WEDDING A SUCCESS Monday 27th June 2022 Romance Month activities include the celebrity wedding. Read More
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 | VCBIA'S FAST-TRACK ‘LOVE LANE' OPENWednesday 1st June 2022 ABTA and VCBIA open the ‘Love Lane’ fast-track service for couples travelling to the destination in June.
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 | STROLL DOWN ANTIGUA & BARBUDA'S LOVE LANEFriday 27th May 2022 ABTA launched a ‘Love Lane’ fast track service for couples travelling to the destination during Antigua and Barbuda’s Romance Month in June. Read More
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 | RULE NO. 3 WINS ROMANCE CAMPAIGNWednesday 25th May 2022 Kimolisa Mings is the winner of Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority’s Love and Wanderlust Romance campaign. Read More
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 | LOVE LANE LAUNCHED FOR ROMANCE MONTHFriday 20th May 2022 Love Lane launched for Antigua and Barbuda’s Romance Month in June by Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority Read More
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 | TOP SCORES FOR ANTIGUA HOTELSWednesday 11th May 2022 See the full list of 2021 award winners for Antigua with their top scores out of 10 Read More
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 | SEATRADE CRUISE GLOBAL 2022Tuesday 3rd May 2022 Seatrade Cruise Global 2022, held this year under the theme “Resilience”, came to a close on Thursday April 28. Read More
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 | EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIESTuesday 3rd May 2022 Antigua and Barbuda Minister of Tourism and Investment The Honourable Charles ‘Max’ Fernandez was joined by Royal Caribbean Group, Vice President of Government Relations, Americas, Russell Benford to sign a Memorandum of Understanding between the Government of Antigua and Barbuda and Royal Caribbean Group to bring thousands of job opportunities to the people of Antigua and Barbuda in June. Read More
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 | HOSPITALITY PARTNERSHIPWednesday 20th April 2022 The partnership between Antigua and Barbuda and Jersey in the Channel Islands today marked another milestone as the first cohort of hospitality professionals from Antigua and Barbuda will be taking up positions this month at various properties in Jersey. Under the memorandum of Understanding between both Governments, the successful candidates will have the opportunity to work for six months in Jersey. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA 2022 WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS NOMINEES 2022Monday 11th April 2022 Antigua and Barbuda has been nominated in various categories in the 2022 World Travel Awards. Vote for the twin island destination to bring home the awards! To place your vote go to www.worldtravelawards.com/vote. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA LIFTS TRAVEL-TESTING REQUIREMENT Tuesday 29th March 2022 The Caribbean twin-island nation of Antigua and Barbuda has as of March 16, 2022, lifted the travel testing requirement for fully vaccinated visitors to the destination. Antigua and Barbuda`s Minister of Tourism and Investment, The Honourable Charles Fernandez said, “Our aim is to continue to ensure travellers have a safe vacation in Antigua and Barbuda, in adherence with the covid-19 protocols Read More
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 | BEACH PERSONALITY TESTMonday 28th March 2022 The beautiful Caribbean Islands of Antigua and Barbuda have an incredible 365 beaches – one for every day of the year. With a perfect beach for everyone, travellers are often spoilt for choice, and so, with this in mind, the Antigua & Barbuda Tourism Authority has created the ultimate beach personality test, to match visitors to their ideal stretch of sand. Read More
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 | BARBUDA CAMPAIGNTuesday 22nd March 2022 With the ambition to increase awareness of Barbuda and to promote more visits to the island, the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority (ABTA) has partnered with the Barbuda Council and UK creative agency Motel on the first ever campaign to promote Barbuda.
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 | LOCAL ROMANCE WRITING COMPETITIONThursday 17th March 2022 The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority (ABTA) has launched another element of the recently debuted “Love and Wanderlust” romance campaign in the form of a local writing contest. The contest calls for talented writers to help tell Antigua and Barbuda`s unique love story that captures the essence of the beautiful islands as a place where love reigns. Read More
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 | TRAVEL WORK EXPERIENCE IN JERSEYThursday 17th March 2022 The Governments of Jersey and Antigua and Barbuda will today formalise a partnership between both jurisdictions designed to support the Islands` hospitality sectors. The three-year partnership will provide opportunities for Antiguan and Barbudan hospitality industry staff to work in Jersey during the Island’s peak summer season. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA TOURISM AUTHORITY RAMPS UP SALES CALLS IN CANADA Friday 11th March 2022 The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority (ABTA) is redoubling efforts to stimulate travel between Canada and the twin-island destination of Antigua and Barbuda. This comes as the ABTA Chief Executive Officer, Colin C. James joined ABTA Canada Director of Tourism (Ag) Tameka Wharton and the Canadian sales team, on a marathon of important meetings. Read More
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 | UPDATED TRAVEL ADVISORYMonday 7th March 2022 The Government of Antigua and Barbuda has updated its travel advisory effective immediately to ensure the continued safety of travelers and residents. The V.C. Bird International Airport is open for international and regional air traffic. Read More
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 | WELLNESS TOURISM INITIATIVESMonday 28th February 2022 The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority (ABTA) is consulting with all the key players within the wellness sector, this March, as it prepares to launch a destination-wide wellness initiative geared towards further promoting the destination to wellness-minded travellers. Read More
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 | SHOWCASE ANTIGUA BARBUDA IS BACKThursday 24th February 2022 On June 8 – 10, 2022 the Antigua & Barbuda Hotels and Tourism Association, in collaboration with the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority will be presenting the 7th installment of the travel trade business to business destination event, Showcase Antigua Barbuda. Read More
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 | YOU`RE INVITED: WELLNESS TOURISM WEBINARTuesday 22nd February 2022 The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority (ABTA) is further developing their wellness tourism strategy and in 2022 will launch a wellness tourism marketing campaign, geared towards ensuring they achieve their goal of driving more wellness travellers to the destination. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA INSPIRES MIDDLE EAST TRAVELLERSFriday 18th February 2022 Tourism leaders from the Caribbean nation showcased the islands’ extensive appeal and environmental best practice in conversation with the UAE`s Green Sheikh at EXPO 2020 – including a nationwide ban on plastic Read More
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 | THE FIRST OFFICIAL SPONSOR OF TEAM ANTIGUA ISLAND GIRLSWednesday 16th February 2022 The Ministry of Tourism and The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority have combined efforts to come forward as the first official sponsor of Team Antigua Island Girls as they prepare to compete in the upcoming Pacific Rowing Campaign. Read More
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 | YOUR FAVOURITE ROMANTIC SPACESTuesday 15th February 2022 The ‘Love & Wanderlust’ campaign comes as the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority begins to roll out 2022 marketing programmes across their four pillars: Romance, Yachting and Sailing, Wellness and Heritage and Culture. Read More
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 | A YEAR OF SPORTS & ACTIVITY IN ANTIGUA & BARBUDAFriday 11th February 2022 Antigua and Barbuda has so much to offer in 2022! The beaches are just the beginning. Keep reading to find our Event Guide, tips on safely enjoying your stay and some of the new and exciting activities we have in store for you! Read More
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 | VOTE FOR THE WEST INDIAN WHISTLING DUCKThursday 3rd February 2022 Vote and share for a chance to win a 7-night, all-inclusive, luxury vacation at the Verandah Resort. Read More
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 | GLOBALWIIN AWARDS CEREMONYThursday 20th January 2022 The UK based GlobalWIIN will launch the first ever CaribbWIIN Conference and Awards Ceremony in Antigua and Barbuda. Read More
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 | VISION 2031Monday 10th January 2022 Against the backdrop of the global pandemic, the Antigua and Barbuda Ministry of Tourism is focusing on strategic tourism goals. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA & BARBUDA MAKES CNN 2022 TRAVEL LISTThursday 6th January 2022 Antigua and Barbuda has made headlines yet again by being placed on CNN`s list of `Where to travel 2022: The best destinations to go` Read More
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 | WHAT`S NEW IN ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA 2022Thursday 30th December 2021 Why not exchange your winter boots for flip flops? The twin-island paradise of Antigua and Barbuda welcomes you with an abundance of sunshine, white and pink sandy beaches, and crystal-clear turquoise waters Read More
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| UPDATED TRAVEL ADVISORYWednesday 29th December 2021 The Government of Antigua and Barbuda has updated its travel advisory effective December 29, 2021. Read More
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 | THE LATEST TRAVEL ADVISORYFriday 10th December 2021 The latest travel advisory of Antigua and Barbuda as of the 9th of December 2021 Read More
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 | ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA GOES TO SPACEWednesday 8th December 2021 The first Antiguan and Barbudan Caribbean woman named Keisha Schahaff, will travel to space in 2022 Read More
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 | REGISTRATION INFO FOR TOURISM ACCOMMODATIONSThursday 25th November 2021 All persons operating any tourism establishment for accommodation purposes must be registered. Read More
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 | A TASTE OF ANTIGUA WITH WADADLI KITCHENThursday 11th November 2021 The ABTA kicked off a week of Independence Day Celebrations in London with a culinary event. Read More
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 | CELEBRATIONS FOR DUAL SHIP CALLS Tuesday 9th November 2021 November 8th, marked Celebrity Apex`s maiden voyage to Antigua and the return of AidaLuna. Read More
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 | NEW TOURISM EXPERIENCES OPEN UP AS COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS EASEWednesday 20th October 2021 Visitors can look forward to enjoying some newly re-opened tourism experiences. Read More
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 | AIR CANADA RETURNSWednesday 6th October 2021 The airline announced the resumption of its flights to and from Toronto to Antigua & Barbuda from October 3, 2021. Read More
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 | SEATRADE CRUISE GLOBAL MEETINGS HELD BY A & B DELEGATIONWednesday 6th October 2021 The delegation held over a dozen face-to-face and virtual meetings with cruise executives. Read More
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| TOURISM GROWTH CONTINUES WITH HIGH AUGUST FIGURESWednesday 15th September 2021 Recently released statistics show that stay-over air arrivals totaled 18,792 visitors. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA CRUISE PORT WELCOMES CELEBRITY EQUINOXFriday 20th August 2021 Celebrity Equinox sailed into Antigua Cruise Port with over 2,000 passengers after enhancing COVID-19 protocols. Read More
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 | TOURISM AIR ARRIVALS UP FOR JULY 2021 Tuesday 17th August 2021 Stay-over arrivals for the month came in at a high with 23,405 tourists visiting via the V.C. Bird International Airport. Read More
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 | FRONTIER AIRLINES TO TOUCHDOWN IN ANTIGUA THIS DECEMBERWednesday 28th July 2021 The ultra-low-cost airline begins flights with introductory fares from as low as US$99.
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 | LAUNCH OF BRITISH AIRWAYS HEATHROW TO ANTIGUA SERVICEThursday 22nd July 2021 A&B welcomes first British Airways flight from Heathrow in over 30 years. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA TOURISM BOUNCES BACKMonday 5th July 2021 A steady increase in arrivals from the US and a surge in bookings from the UK, is signaling the tourism sector has begun in earnest.
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 | MOTHER'S DAY SPACE POINTS REWARDSThursday 29th April 2021 Shop at the Quay and automatically be entered into the Mother's Day Sweepstakes to win great prizes. Read More
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 | SAILING WEEK TO BE CELEBRATED WITH VACATION SWEEPSTAKESFriday 23rd April 2021 ABTA and Carlisle Bay Resort set to celebrate Sailing Week Sunday with the chance to win - incredible vacations to Antigua staying at the five star Carlisle Bay Resort. Read More
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 | GREEN HOTELS IN ANTIGUA AND BARBUDAThursday 22nd April 2021 Visitors can make their next vacation more sustainable by staying at an environmentally friendly accommodation. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA & BARBUDA 2021 WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS NOMINEESThursday 8th April 2021 Vote now for the twin island destination to bring home the awards! Read More
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 | AIRBNB CAMPAIGN LAUNCHEDThursday 18th March 2021 Airbnb and the CTO are launching a campaign leveraging Airbnb's robust media platforms to market Antigua & Barbuda Read More
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 | RT-PCR TESTING FOR TRAVELLERS IN ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA Monday 22nd February 2021 Travelers are required to commence the testing process at least 7 days prior to departure date. Read More
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 | ENJOY YOUR OWN SPACE THIS VALENTINE'SWednesday 27th January 2021 Shop and win EC$500 shopping spree at Heritage Quay. Last shopping day for the campaign is February 13, 2021. Read More
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 | VIDEO FOR TRAVELLERS SEEKING A SAFE HARBOUR Friday 22nd January 2021 Tourism Authority releases new destination video for travellers seeking a safe harbour and escape on the water. Read More
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 | ‘EXPLORE ANTIGUA’ MOBILE APP & TOURIST MAPThursday 14th January 2021 Download the App in the Google Play and Apple iOS stores. Read More
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 | TRIBUTE TO GORDON 'BUTCH' STEWARTWednesday 6th January 2021 The Ministry of Tourism and the ABTA express condolences to family & friends on his passing. Read More
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 | ABTA CHAIRMAN AWARDED DOCTORATE IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATIONThursday 17th December 2020 Congrats to Lorraine Headley-Raeburn.
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 | ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA 2021 EVENTS CALENDAR Friday 11th December 2020 Check out the events taking place in Antigua between January - June, 2021. Read More
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 | BOOST IN AIRLIFT FOR THE WINTER SEASON Friday 4th December 2020 Demand increase amongst travellers seeking to escape the cold weather. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA LAUNCHES YOUR SPACE IN THE SUN SWEEPSTAKES Monday 30th November 2020 Enter to win free airfare for 2 and 4 nights stay at Royalton Resort. Read More
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 | HOTEL INSPECTIONS & COVID-19 CERTIFICATIONSMonday 23rd November 2020 Services will be temporarily suspended from December 15th, 2020 to January 15th, 2021. Read More
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 | BIG SUSTAINABLE WIN FOR ANTIGUA AND BARBUDAThursday 19th November 2020 Lonely Planet has named the twin-island nation 2021s Emerging Sustainable Destination of the Year. Read More
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 | BELOW DECK SEASON 8, SET IN ANTIGUA Wednesday 18th November 2020 The shows airing in November perfectly coincides with the start of Antigua and Barbudas yachting season. Read More
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 | ABTA WINS GOLD FOR ‘YOUR SPACE IN THE SUN’ CAMPAIGNThursday 12th November 2020 The Magellan 'Travel Destinations' Gold Award went to the Tourism Authoritys destination marketing campaign Your Space in the Sun. Read More
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 | “SUN SEA SAFE” BADGE LAUNCHEDWednesday 11th November 2020 Sun Sea Safe Badge launched for Antigua & Barbuda Tourism Sector Businesses , with Health and Safety Video featuring employees also debuting.
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 | ATLANTIC CHALLENGE DAYS AWAY FOR TEAM ANTIGUA PAIRSWednesday 4th November 2020 Minister of Tourism offers well-wishes to Atlantic Challenge Duo. Read More
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 | TOURISM ARRIVALS ON GRADUAL RISEThursday 24th September 2020 Arrivals steadily increasing each month since the destinations re-opening. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA CUISINE HIGHLIGHTED ON WPIX NEWS Friday 18th September 2020 Chef & Restauranteur, Claude Lewis showcases Caribbean breakfast.
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 | SPACE POINTS REWARDS PROGRAMME Monday 14th September 2020 The programme allows restaurant diners to save dollars on meals out. Read More
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 | SPACE TO PAINT DISPLAYWednesday 9th September 2020 Antigua and Barbuda art and creativity connects
global agents and travel media.
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 | A&B INSPIRES TRAVELERS WITH SIGNATURE COCKTAILTuesday 18th August 2020 Jet-off to sunny Antigua and Barbuda with the newest specialty cocktail, The Lift Off. Read More
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| ACCOMMODATION CERTIFICATION AND HEALTH & SAFETY PROTOCOLSSaturday 8th August 2020 Registration continues for small and large hotel properties, inclusive of Air BnB properties. Read More
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 | 'YOUR OWN SPACE' SUMMER STAYCATION CAMPAIGNFriday 31st July 2020 The campaign launches on July 31 and will presently run until September 30 2020. Read More
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 | A&B PARTNERS WITH MCCANN DEMAND TO CREATE A FEELING OF SPACEMonday 6th July 2020 The Antigua & Barbuda Tourism Authority is taking to TV for the first time this month. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA LAUNCH SPACE TRAVEL WITH NEW CAMPAIGNWednesday 24th June 2020 'Your Space in the Sun inspires travelers to discover all the space they need.
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 | ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA INFOGRAPHIC VIDEO: COVID-19 TRAVELTuesday 23rd June 2020 A series of travel safety protocols have been introduced which impact elements of the visitor experience. Read More
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 | FAQ FOR TRAVELERSTuesday 16th June 2020 Summary of travel for guests coming to Antigua and Barbuda on vacation. Last updated June 15, 2020. Read More
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| AS TOURISM REOPENS – NO NEW COVID-19 CASESMonday 15th June 2020 The total number of COVID-19 cases remains at 26 with only 1 active case. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA & BARBUDA ANNOUNCE PHASED REOPENING OF TOURISM SECTORThursday 4th June 2020 The hospitality industry prepares to welcome the first guests back on island today. Read More
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 | RE-OPENING ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA FOR TOURISM VIRTUAL MEETINGFriday 8th May 2020 Register now for the virtual meeting on May 11th at 10am. Read More
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 | SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING DURING COVID-19 WEBINAR PRESENTATIONFriday 8th May 2020 If you missed the webinar, view or download the presentation. Read More
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 | ABTA: REACT, RETHINK, RECOVER, WEBINARSWednesday 22nd April 2020 The "Impact and Recovery Strategies for COVID-19, is now available online. Read More
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 | SPOTLIGHTING TOURISM BUSINESSES AND PERSONALITIESMonday 20th April 2020 The ABTA would like to support tourism personalities/businesses who have used this period to switch up their products. Read More
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 | FROM ANTIGUA WITH LOVETuesday 7th April 2020 Escape with Mills and Boon to the island of romance.
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 | A&B SHARES ENCOURAGING MESSAGES IN THE SANDTuesday 31st March 2020 Antigua and Barbuda is spreading words of kindness around the world by writing messages in the sand. Read More
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| COVID 19 - FAQ FOR TRAVELLERS Wednesday 18th March 2020 The ABTA would like to assure travellers that precautionary measures are being implemented to guard against further spread of the virus Read More
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 | ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA TOURISM UPDATE: COVID-19Monday 16th March 2020 ABTA would like to assure travellers that precautionary measures are being implemented to guard against further spread of the virus. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA CELEBRATES ‘WENDY’ MOVIE PREMIEREFriday 28th February 2020 Twin-island nation invites fans to visit Peter Pans island Read More
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 | ROYAL CARIBBEAN SIGNS AGREEMENT FOR FIRST ROYAL BEACH CLUBFriday 14th February 2020 New destination concept customized for cruise guests. Read More
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 | LATIN AMERICANS ENCOURAGED TO SPEND VACATION IN A&BFriday 14th February 2020 ABTA recently participated at A&A Tours Travel & Cruise Fest. Read More
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 | AIRLIFT OPPORTUNITIES FOR A&B EXPLORED AT ROUTES AMERICASTuesday 11th February 2020 Tourism officials had a packed agenda at the recently concluded conference. Read More
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 | WELLNESS GETAWAY BRINGS US TRAVELERS TO ANTIGUAThursday 30th January 2020 Fifty women from across the United States came for the third installment of the FabBody Retreat. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA IS THE NEXT CARIBBEAN CRUISE POWERHOUSETuesday 28th January 2020 The destination could see 1.3 million annual cruise passengers by 2021-2022. Read More
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 | CNN LISTS ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA AS TOP DESTINATION FOR 2020Wednesday 8th January 2020 Read the article by Marnie Hunter of CNN which was published on January 3rd. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA & BARBUDA SETS A NEW TOURISM RECORDThursday 2nd January 2020 Visitors arriving on Old Years Eve pushed the stay-over arrivals in 2019 to 300,000. Read More
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 | CARIBBEAN TRAVEL AWARDS Wednesday 11th December 2019 Antigua and Barbuda has been named by Carib Journal as the #1 Caribbean Destination of the Year! Read More
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 | THE CITIZEN: ISSUE 6Thursday 5th December 2019 Topics in this edition feature Wellness, CIP FAQ, Pearns Point Peninsula, Island Living Real Estate and more. Read More
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 | ABTA'S DIASPORA CAMPAIGN Wednesday 20th November 2019 The promotion entices citizens living abroad to come home during December for a chance to win a 3-night, 4-day trip back during summer 2020. Read More
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 | CTO MEDIA AWARDSTuesday 5th November 2019 Antigua and Barbuda wins best social media campaign, best broadcast feature & best consumer feature. Read More
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 | TOURISM OFFICIALS REFLECT ON A SUCCESSFUL FIRST DAY AT WTMTuesday 5th November 2019 Business meetings & media interviews were just a few of the activities that took place. Read More
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 | WHAT COOL LOOKS LIKE SUMMER CAMPAIGNMonday 28th October 2019 The campaign culminates with hundreds of millennial travelers visiting Antigua Read More
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 | CRUISE TOURISM INFRASTRUCTURE TO BE STRATEGICALLY ENHANCEDMonday 28th October 2019 The destination was represented at the FCCA Conference & Trade Show Read More
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 | ANTIGUA & BARBUDA ATTEND SMALL PROPERTIES ROADSHOWMonday 7th October 2019 ABTA and ABHTA embarked on a roadshow in New Jersey and New York. Read More
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 165.jpg) | A&B TO CELEBRATE WORLD WELLNESS WEEKENDThursday 19th September 2019 Antigua and Barbuda joins in the celebration of World Wellness Weekend (WWW) on September 21 and September 22, 2019, with activities designed to uplift and energise. Read More
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 | SUMMER BUSINESS SOARS AS WHAT COOL LOOKS LIKE CAMPAIGN DELIVERSTuesday 10th September 2019 #WhatCoolLooksLike is delivering on target, as just three months into the campaign. Read More
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 | A & B COOL CARD UNLOCKS ACCESS TO AMAZING VACATION SAVINGSWednesday 4th September 2019 ABTA launched the card as a part of their end of summer promotions. Read More
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 | #COOLISCLEAN CAMPAIGN Monday 2nd September 2019 The campaign features Mr. Cool Pine, an iconic Antigua Black Pineapple. Read More
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 | INCREASED FLIGHTS FROM THE USA TO A & BMonday 19th August 2019 JetBlue to increase service to Antigua with 5 JFK nonstop flights. AA resumes twice daily MIA service. Read More
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 | FROM THE BLACK PINEAPPLE TO THE BIG APPLEFriday 16th August 2019 Antigua & Barbuda takes over New York with a series of promotions.
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 | ANTIGUA BARBUDA HAMPTONS CHALLENGE WINNERS TO COMPETE IN ASW 2020Wednesday 14th August 2019 The fastest boat and overall winner was August Sky'. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA BARBUDA HAMPTONS CHALLENGEFriday 9th August 2019 Sailing regatta celebrates connection between English Harbour and SAG Harbor.
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 | TRAVEL AGENTS BENEFIT FROM ABTA PRESENTATIONSMonday 15th July 2019 The South-East USA team & Elite Island Resorts hosted the agents in Florida. Read More
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 | VIDEO: HIGHLIGHTS OF SHOWCASE ANTIGUA BARBUDAFriday 12th July 2019 The highlights speaks of the success of the event, explorations into new markets & more. Read More
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 | ABTA HOSTED A SERIES OF SUMMER SOIREESFriday 12th July 2019 In the heart of the hot British summer, ABTA continued its on-the-road presence throughout the UK. Read More
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 | ABTA CELEBRATES SUMMER CAMPAIGN IN LONDON Monday 8th July 2019 On a scorching summers day, ABTA brought a dose of Caribbean cool with an ice cream delivery. Read More
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 | A & B TEAM HEADS TO CULINARY COMPETITIONThursday 4th July 2019 Two top chefs will represent the island in Nevis Mango & Food Festival championships. Read More
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 | ABTA WELCOMES VISITORS FOR OPTIMIST WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPMonday 1st July 2019 CEO Colin C. James welcomed visitors already on-island. Read More
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 | A & B FEATURES AS THE ULTIMATE HONEYMOON DESTINATION ON NBCWednesday 26th June 2019 Viewers have the opportunity to win a dream getaway. Read More
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 | ROMANCE MONTH PROMOTIONS TARGET REGIONAL TRAVELLERSTuesday 25th June 2019 It was the ideal time to tempt residents from Trinidad to visit the destination. Read More
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 | MILLS & BOON WOOS READERS WITH ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA STORIESTuesday 25th June 2019 The romance publisher has dedicated five short stories to the island. Read More
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 | WATCH NBC TV'S ROMANCE PROMOTION ON ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA & MOREMonday 24th June 2019 Tune in on Wednesday to NBC's 6 in the Mix at 11:30am. Read More
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| ANTIGUA LAUNCHES HONEYMOON REGISTRYFriday 21st June 2019 The registry is expected to target the growing weddings & honeymoon market. Read More
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 | FREEWINDS 31ST ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATED Friday 21st June 2019 The Hon. Charles Fernandez met with ship officials to commemorate the anniversary of the vessel. Read More
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 | TOURISM BUYERS ARRIVE AHEAD OF SHOWCASE ANTIGUA BARBUDA’Wednesday 19th June 2019 Over 100 participants are registered, with over 80 suppliers inclusive of hotels & more. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA MAKES STRONG SHOWING AT IBTM AMERICASFriday 14th June 2019 The ABTA is reporting a strong showing at the recently held event in Mexico City. Read More
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 | CTO'S CARIBBEAN WEEK A MONUMENTAL SUCCESSTuesday 11th June 2019 The ABTA concluded a week of highly productive meetings and successful activations. Read More
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 | COOL SUMMER SAVINGS ON A & B DESTINATION EXPERIENCESTuesday 11th June 2019 Check out the offers in the #WhatCoolLooksLike campaign. Read More
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 | PLAY IT OUT CONCERT EARNS TOP SCORES IN GREEN LEAF CERTIFICATION Friday 31st May 2019 The concert was given the accolade by the Environmental Awareness Group. Read More
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 | ABTA'S SUMMER CAMPAIGN MEANS SAVINGS FOR REGIONAL TRAVELLERSThursday 23rd May 2019 Visitors from Guyana, Barbados & other countries will receive up to 20% off. Read More
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 | TOURISM AIR ARRIVALS SHOW BEST EVER PERFORMANCE FOR APRIL 2019Thursday 16th May 2019 Antigua and Barbuda attracted a record 27,301 visitors. Read More
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 | #WHAT COOL LOOKS LIKE CAMPAIGNThursday 16th May 2019 Participate for a chance to be featured in ABTA's newsletter that goes out to persons in their US, Canada, UK, Europe & Caribbean markets. Read More
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 | “PLAY IT OUT” CONCERT TO BEAT PLASTIC POLLUTIONFriday 26th April 2019 Grammy nominated, international soca artist, Machel Montano, to help announce concert on plastic pollution. Read More
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 | WIN-WIN FOR A&B IN THE UPCOMING CRUISE SEASON Friday 12th April 2019 The tourism delegation held a series of meetings with Seatrade Cruise Global. Read More
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 | THE CITIZEN: ISSUE 4 Monday 8th April 2019 In this edition you will find a mixture of features and articles about our twin island nation and the CBI world and beyond. Read More
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 | INTERNATIONAL DANCE, MUSIC & FOLKLORE FESTIVALMonday 8th April 2019 The 5-day festival from April 23rd will feature folk dance and cultural music groups from various countries. Read More
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 | A & B LAUNCHES NEW GLOBAL SUMMER CAMPAIGNFriday 22nd March 2019 The campaign offers consumers major savings on their vacation during April October, 2019. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA’S ROMANCE, GASTRONOMY & WELLNESS SHOWCASED ON UK TV Friday 15th March 2019 2019 has seen Antigua take centre stage. Read More
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 | AMERICAN AIRLINES RESUMES SERVICE TO ANTIGUA Friday 15th March 2019 Operations resume on March 15th following the temporary grounding of flights from Miami.
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 | A & B TO AGGRESSIVELY GROW EUROPEAN MARKET Monday 11th March 2019 Tourism officials have returned from the ITB Travel Trade Show held in Berlin. Read More
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 | ABTA & SOUTH AMERICA VENTURE LTD. OPEN GATEWAYSThursday 7th March 2019 As 2019 tourism arrivals show positive growth, the ABTA continues to aggressively explore non-traditional markets. Read More
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 | THE ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA TOURISM INSIDER: MARCH 2019Tuesday 5th March 2019 Read about the Wellness Forum, ABTA and South America Venture Ltd. open gateways to South America and more. Read More
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 | NELSON’S DOCKYARD VOTED THE BEST CARIBBEAN ATTRACTIONFriday 22nd February 2019 The only working Georgian naval dockyard topped the category in the annual 10Best Readers Choice Award. Read More
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 | THE ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA TOURISM INSIDERWednesday 20th February 2019 Check out the 2019 events calendar, the opening of Royalton and more featured in this publication. Read More
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 | 52ND ASW WOOS NON-SAILORS WITH FANTASTIC PARTY LINE-UPMonday 18th February 2019 Visitors can catch the excitement of the race with scenic hikes, sea excursions and more. Read More
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 | THE CITIZEN: ISSUE 3Monday 4th February 2019 Explore the islands best anchorages. Race, chase, celebrate and recycle at ASW and more in this issue. Read More
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 | ANTIGA AND BARBUDA AT CHTA MARKETPLACE 2019Thursday 31st January 2019 The event is the regions largest and most significant marketing forum. Read More
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 | NEW CHAIRPERSON & US DIRECTOR OF TOURISMThursday 31st January 2019 Appointments strengthen Tourism Authority as destination is positioned for continued record breaking growth. Read More
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 | BEST CARIBBEAN ISLAND FOR ROMANCEWednesday 23rd January 2019 Vote for Antigua to win USA Today 10Best Readers' Choice Award Read More
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 | UK CELEBRITY CHEF TO FEATURE ANTIGUA AND BARBUDAMonday 21st January 2019 The destination takes centre stage on New ITV 1 Show, Ainsleys Caribbean Kitchen. Read More
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 | A & B RECEIVES OVER ONE MILLION VISITORS FOR 2018 Friday 18th January 2019 The destination topped 2017 figures. A record-setting year for Antigua and Barbuda. Read More
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 | A & B READY TO ROLL OUT RED CARPET FOR TEAM ANTIGUA - ISLAND GIRLSWednesday 16th January 2019 With history about to be made, the destination is ready to welcome the rowers. Read More
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 | A & B WIN LEADING CATEGORIES IN CARIBBEAN TRAVEL AWARDSWednesday 19th December 2018 Twin-isle nation wins Luxury Destination of the Year and Caribbean Airport of the Year. Read More
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 | VOTE ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA FOR CARIBBEAN WELLNESS AMBASSADORWednesday 28th November 2018 Round 2 of voting is now open and we are in the top 5. Vote now! Read More
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 | WINDSTAR CRUISES RETURN TO BARBUDA FOR 2018/2019 SEASONMonday 26th November 2018 Barbuda welcomed the first cruise line to return to the island following Hurricane Irma. Read More
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 | #WATCHTHISANTIGUA WOMEN'S WORLD T20 COMES TO ANTIGUA AND BARBUDAFriday 16th November 2018 November comes to a sizzling end with one of the most anticipated events of the year. Read More
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 | VOTE FOR YOUR FAVOURITE CARIBBEAN WELLNESS AMBASSADORWednesday 14th November 2018 A & B has two entries! Kat Byles & Aidan McCauley. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA BRINGS CARNIVAL SPIRIT TO THE STREETS OF LONDONTuesday 13th November 2018 ABTA collaborates with ABFC to pull together a UK roadshow to promote Antiguas Carnival 2019. Read More
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 | A & B CONCLUDES SUCCESSFUL TRADE AND TOURISM MISSIONMonday 12th November 2018 The Expo which attracted over 250,000 visitors was held over a 5-day period in Shanghai. Read More
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 | THE CITIZEN: ISSUE 2Friday 9th November 2018 Read the second edition of the publication which is intended to introduce you to our country, and to make the decision to invest and become a citizen easier. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA SHINES AT LONDON’S WORLD TRAVEL MARKETWednesday 7th November 2018 The Tourism Authority hosts a successful week of interviews, and discussion panels. Read More
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 | A & B FEATURED IN POPULAR BRAVO TELEVISION SERIESFriday 2nd November 2018 Married to Medicine episodes air on Sunday, November 4th, 11th and 17th at 9pm EST/8pm CT. Read More
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 | DATES ANNOUNCED FOR 6TH ANNUAL SHOWCASE ANTIGUA BARBUDATuesday 23rd October 2018 ABTA and AHTA are excited to announce that the annual event will take place on June 19 and June 20, 2019. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA REMOVED FROM ZIKA ADVISORIESMonday 22nd October 2018 The World Health Organization has removed its Zika virus country classification scheme. Read More
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 | A & B OFFICIAL TOURISM PARTNER FOR ICC WOMEN'S WORLD T20 CRICKETMonday 22nd October 2018 This will be the first time that the game is being organised as a stand-alone event. Read More
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 | A & B AWARD WINNING PROPERTIES RATED AMONG THE CARIBBEAN'S BEST Friday 12th October 2018 Two rated in top 10 by Cond Nast. Read More
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 | A & B RETAINS ‘CARIBBEAN’S MOST ROMANTIC DESTINATION’ AWARDFriday 28th September 2018 The leading wedding and honeymoon destination has won the 2018 World Travel Award. Read More
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 | A & B INTRODUCE HURRICANE INSURANCE GUARANTEEFriday 28th September 2018 Travelers can book with confidence during the hurricane season for the region. Read More
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 | A & B CELEBRATES WORLD TOURISM DAYFriday 28th September 2018 The twin island destination celebrated the day under the theme Tourism and Digital Transformation. Read More
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 | NEW CRUISE CALLS FOR ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA THIS WINTERThursday 20th September 2018 The Ritz Carlton Cruises is expected to make calls for the 2018/19 season & Virgin Cruises during 2020/21. Read More
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 | A & B ROMANCE CAMPAIGN WINS SILVER MAGELLAN AWARD Thursday 13th September 2018 The awards honors the best in travel and salutes the outstanding travel professionals. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA NAMED THE BEST CARIBBEAN ISLAND TO VISIT IN 2018 Friday 7th September 2018 The twin island destination received the number one spot from Caribbean Journal. Read More
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 | HIGH LEVEL TRADE & TOURISM BILATERAL VISIT TO COLOMBIAThursday 30th August 2018 Antigua & Barbuda has reciprocated a waiver of visa requirements between the twin island nation and Colombia. Read More
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 | MISS UNIVERSE CANADA VISITS ANTIGUA AND BARBUDATuesday 28th August 2018 Lauren Howe, winner of Miss Universe Canada Pageant 2017/2018 enjoyed a week-long stay. Read More
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 | A & B HAMPTONS YACHTING CHALLENGE ENDS WITH A BANGMonday 20th August 2018 The twin island destination celebrates success of the challenge and stakeholder meetings. Read More
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 | REGIONAL MEDIA FRENZY FOR CARNIVAL 2018Wednesday 15th August 2018 The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority continued its 2018 regional marketing promotions. Read More
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 | ABTA & SEABORNE HOST PUERTO RICAN MEDIA AND TOP TOUR OPERATORSFriday 20th July 2018 The group journeyed to the destination to enjoy four days of activities. Read More
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| A & B DEMONSTRATES STRONG TOURISM GROWTH IN 2018Tuesday 17th July 2018 Air arrivals are up 7%, sea arrivals by 11.57%, and an average 8.6% growth in hotel occupancy rates Read More
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 | A TASTE OF A & B DISPLAYED AT CARIBBEAN305Wednesday 27th June 2018 A spectacular taste experience was in full effect at the CHTA event. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA & BARBUDA END CARIBBEAN WEEK ON HIGHTuesday 12th June 2018 With Exclusive Media Luncheon and Rum & Rhythm, the twin island destination leverages activities. Read More
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 | A & B LAUNCHES SWEEPSTAKES AND VIP TREATMENT FOR COUPLESThursday 7th June 2018 Two lucky couples will win a 3-night stay for two at top hotels. Read More
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 | A & B BUILDS MARKETING PARTNERSHIP WITH TRIPADVISORMonday 4th June 2018 ABTA has embarked on collaborative initiatives for the summer with TripAdvisor. Read More
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 | DELTA INCREASES FLIGHTS TO ANTIGUAFriday 25th May 2018 Due to high demand, the airline will add a new flight once a week from JFK New York to Antigua beginning December 20th. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA & BARBUDA TO HOST CARIBBEAN'S LARGEST INFLUENCER CONFERENCETuesday 1st May 2018 ABTA partners with Traverse for global conference. Read More
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 | A & B NOMINATED FOR 25TH ANNUAL WORLD TRAVEL AWARDSWednesday 18th April 2018 Vote for Antigua and Barbuda to win the awards. Voting ends on August 12, 2018. Read More
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 | CELEBRITY & LUXURY DESTINATION WEDDING PLANNERS Wednesday 18th April 2018 Antigua and Barbuda wedding planners are invited to plan romantic getaways. Read More
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 | A & B DOUBLES MIAMI AIRLIFT THIS WINTER WITH AA Thursday 29th March 2018 The island will benefit from an additional daily flight with American Airlines from Miami during the upcoming winter season. Read More
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 | ABTA SCOOPS BRONZE AWARDTuesday 27th March 2018 The UK Office has won the bronze award in the highly competitive CIMTIG Travel Marketing Awards for the Best Tactical Campaign. Read More
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 | LIAT RECOMMENCES ST. THOMAS SERVICEMonday 19th March 2018 The flight to the Cyril E. King International Airport, St. Thomas will commence from July 1st and will operate every Monday, Wednesday & Friday. Read More
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 | A & B TO BENEFIT FROM EUROPEAN BUSINESS Thursday 15th March 2018 Two major tourism companies have decided to add Antigua and Barbuda as one of their preferred high end destinations. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA & BARBUDA DISCUSSES GROWING GERMAN MARKET Thursday 15th March 2018 Tourism Officials and Partners concluded a successful exhibition at ITB, in Berlin Germany. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA & BARBUDA WELCOMES JETS IN PARADISEWednesday 14th March 2018 As the official destination of the American football team, Antigua is playing host to the Jets in Paradise getaway. Read More
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 | THE CRUISE INDUSTRY REMAINS A TOP PRIORITYFriday 9th March 2018 Says Antigua & Barbuda delegation at 2018 Seatrade Cruise global conference held in Florida from March 5th 8th, 2018.
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 | LOCAL HOTELIERS REPORT ON THE BEST HOTEL SEASON IN YEARSMonday 26th February 2018 The strong air arrivals and hotel occupancy figures that almost all hotels are enjoying this winter season. Read More
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 | 2018 STAYOVER ARRIVALS UP BY OVER 9% Friday 16th February 2018 The latest statistics are showing an increase in the number of 27,895 in January 2018 compared to 25,463 in January 2017. Read More
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 | CARNIVAL SYNERGY BETWEEN A & B AND GUADELOUPE FORMEDFriday 16th February 2018 The Antiguan Delegation embarked on a 5-day mission to promote the upcoming festivities for Antigua's Carnival.
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 | ANTIGUA & BARBUDA ACHIEVES MAJOR EXPOSURE AT T&T CARNIVALMonday 12th February 2018 ABTA and the Festivals Commission has just wrapped up a busy week. Read More
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 | BEACH BAR TRAIL SHORTLISTED FOR UK AWARDSFriday 9th February 2018 The travel awards recognise the most original, creative, innovative and best performing campaigns. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA & BARBUDA TO HOST GWADADLI FESTIVALFriday 9th February 2018 The rich cultural event will showcase eclectic music & more from the islands of Guadeloupe and Antigua. Read More
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 | A & B MAKES SPLASH AT CARIBBEAN TRAVEL MARKETPLACEFriday 2nd February 2018 Amongst the major announcements from the meetings was news of an increase in Jet Blue service. Read More
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 | THE PERFECT DESTINATION FOR ROWING & ROMANCEFriday 2nd February 2018 Organized by Indigo Wedding Planners, Stuart Watts of the Four Oarsmen team and Laura Mann exchanged nuptials at Jacqui Os. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA HOSTS SUPER50 CRICKET FESTIVALFriday 2nd February 2018 Over 20 Tourism Ambassadors will provide hospitality services at the tournament. Read More
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 | 12 FUN-FILLED EVENTS IN SUNNY ANTIGUA & BARBUDA FOR 2018Wednesday 10th January 2018 There are a variety of gatherings for all ages and interests as the destination will host an exciting lineup of sporting events, festivals and cultural gatherings. Read More
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 | INNOVATIVE DESTINATION OF THE YEAR AWARD Tuesday 19th December 2017 Antigua and Barbuda has won the award in the 5th Annual Caribbean Travel Awards as released in December, by Caribbean Journal. Read More
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 | COME BACK DARLINGThursday 14th December 2017 UB40 and Virgin Holidays unites for Caribbean Hurricane Recovery Effort. Read More
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 | VOTE FOR THE CARIBBEAN ADVENTURE AMBASSADOR OF THE YEARTuesday 21st November 2017 Antigua and Barbuda's two nominees are Jake Kelsick, Professional Kiteboarder & Jetworth "Pat" Richardson - Frigate Bird Tours. Read More
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 | HOTEL RENOVATIONS OF 2017 Tuesday 31st October 2017 Refreshed resorts are set for the upcoming high season after renovations. Read More
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 | A & B SHOWCASES THE DESTINATION FOR INCREASED CRUISE SHIP CALLSFriday 27th October 2017 Cruise tourism officials, along with key private sector partners, attended the annual FCCA Cruise Marketing Conference. Read More
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 | A & B BRAND HITS TELEVISION SCREENS, PR OPPORTUNITIES, FAM TRIPS AND MORETuesday 17th October 2017 Watch the video of the ITV Morning Show featuring Antigua in 'The Mate Escape' and more. Read More
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 | BARBUDA FUNDRAISER HELD AT ARCHER STREET, LONDONWednesday 11th October 2017 To help with relief efforts, the ABTA (UK Office) partnered with the Archer Street Cocktail Bar. Read More
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 | A & B TO SEE RECORD BREAKING CRUISE SHIP ARRIVALS Monday 9th October 2017 The twin-Island benefits from recent investment in cruise facilities as assurance of port readiness leads to a bumper year for cruise tourism. Read More
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 | THE ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA TOURISM INSIDERFriday 6th October 2017 Read the latest news; WTM Means Business: November 6th - November 8th, 2017, support Barbuda by vacationing in Antigua, and more. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA & BARBUDA HITS THE ROAD IN GRAND EUROPEAN BLITZMonday 2nd October 2017 ABTA, along with some of the destinations major hotel and airline partners, descended on the major gateway cities of Frankfurt, Rome, Milan and Stockholm. Read More
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 | WINNERS IN 2017 WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS Wednesday 27th September 2017 Awards include the coveted Caribbeans Most Romantic Destination and leading local resorts. Read More
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| NEW VIDEO: COME VISIT US IN ANTIGUATuesday 26th September 2017 Antigua Open For Business; Sister - Isle Barbuda on the path to rebuilding. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA IS OPEN FOR BUSINESSFriday 15th September 2017 Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Teams and Partners intensify efforts to get the message out. Read More
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 | WELCOME & THANK YOU CEREMONY FOR CARNIVAL FASCINATIONFriday 15th September 2017 The official statement made by The Hon. Asot A. Michael Minister of Tourism in Antigua and Barbuda on the arrival of Carnival Fascination Read More
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| ANTIGUA BACK TO NORMAL, BARBUDA RELIEF UNDERWAYFriday 8th September 2017 The island of Antigua is open for business, as normal activity returned after a brushing from Hurricane Irma. Read More
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| ANTIGUA OPEN FOR BUSINESSWednesday 6th September 2017 Antigua has successfully coped with Hurricane Irma, defying the worst predictions of disaster. There was no loss of life. Read More
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 | FASHION HOUSE IN A & B FOR MAJOR PHOTOSHOOTFriday 18th August 2017 Chen Burkett, a noted New York based fashion designer has teamed up to capture the romantic elements of the island in an on-island photo shoot. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA & BARBUDA SIGN AGREEMENT WITH AIRBNBWednesday 26th July 2017 The twin island sees 53% growth in Airbnb guest arrivals, helping to boost the local economy. Read More
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 | SPECIALS ON OFFER FOR SUMMER OF 60 PROMOTIONMonday 24th July 2017 Check out the jaw dropping offers for the Summer of 60 discounts from businesses island-wide. Read More
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 | SUNWING TRAVEL GROUP ASSUMES MANAGEMENT OF JOLLY BEACH RESORTWednesday 19th July 2017 Rob Barrett hands over management after successfully keeping the resort operational since January 2016. Read More
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 | A&B SEE A SPIKE IN BOOKINGS FOLLOWING UK CONSUMER CAMPAIGNTuesday 18th July 2017 High profile Prince Harry visit and recent Messi honeymoon likely to have contributed to uplift.
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| SUMMER OF 60 PROMOTIONTuesday 6th June 2017 Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority (ABTA) in collaboration with AntiguaNice, is offering a summer promotion to celebrate 60 years of Antigua Carnival. Read More
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 | A & B NOMINATED IN WORLD TRAVEL AWARDSWednesday 22nd March 2017 Voting is open so cast your vote for Antigua & Barbuda now. View which categories the twin island has been nominated for. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA & BARBUDA FEATURED IN FASHION GUIDEMonday 6th March 2017 The destination offers stunning backdrop to the latest fashions from J. Crew, the multi-brand, multi-channel American fashion retailers. Read More
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 | A & B TO USE WI GAMES TO INCREASE BRAND AWARENESSThursday 23rd February 2017 Antigua and Barbuda, the Official Tourism Partner of the Windies, will use the West Indies vs England ODIs promote the destination. Read More
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 | A & B LAUNCHES TOURISM SOCIAL MEDIA CHANNEL Thursday 16th February 2017 The twin island launched the worlds first tourism social media channel, dedicated entirely to romance on Facebook. Read More
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 | VISIT ANTIGUA & BARBUDA DURING OUR 2017 YEAR OF CELEBRATIONS Thursday 16th February 2017 The twin-island heads into a landmark year with celebrations of major anniversaries for flagship events. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA FOR SAILORSFriday 10th February 2017 Whether you want to mix with Ben Ainslie types or just meet fellow sea-farers as yourself, check out the best sailing spots to hit in Antigua.
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 | A & B CELEBRATE PRINCE HARRY'S VISIT WITH SPECIAL COCKTAILSaturday 19th November 2016 The Princes Ginger is made with the twin-island nations world famous, award-winning English Harbour rum and features fresh locally sourced ingredients. Read More
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 | HISTORY UNFOLDS AT CLARENCE HOUSE WITH PRINCE HARRY'S VISIT Friday 18th November 2016 This weekend history will unfold before our very eyes in the UNESCO Heritage site of the National Park. Read More
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| PRINCE HARRY'S STOPS IN ANTIGUA & BARBUDATuesday 15th November 2016 Read the details for the Royal tour which begins in Antigua on Sunday, November 20th, 2016. Read More
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 | PRINCE HARRY'S DATES FOR ANTIGUA & BARBUDA CONFIRMEDTuesday 25th October 2016 Read to see the dates the royal tour will begin in Antigua & Barbuda, and the rest of the Caribbean. Read More
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 | CONDE NAST TRAVELER'S AWARDS FOR A & B LEADING PROPERTIESTuesday 25th October 2016 The twin island nation wins 5 awards for Top Resorts in the Caribbean. Read More
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 | A & B NOMINATED FOR WORLD’S LEADING HONEYMOON DESTINATION Thursday 6th October 2016 The island leads the nominations which list other Caribbean islands of Jamaica, Saint Lucia and Barbados. Read More
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 | TOURISM MINISTER CALLS 2017 A LANDMARK YEAR FOR A&B TOURISM INDUSTRYThursday 22nd September 2016 Antigua and Barbuda Minister of Tourism The Honourable Asot Michael has said 2017 is set to be a landmark year for Antigua and Barbuda and for our tourism industry. Read More
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 | A&B VOTED ‘CARIBBEAN’S MOST ROMANTIC DESTINATION’Thursday 22nd September 2016 Second Consecutive Win Cements Twin Islands Position As The Leader in Romance Travel Read More
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 | A & B APPEAR IN AWARD WINNING DOCUMENTARY Friday 9th September 2016 A & B can be viewed by millions ahead of the winter booking period, as the unique culture of the destination features on the award-winning documentary TV series, Music Voyager. Read More
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 | A & B TOURISM AUTHORITY APPOINTS DIRECTOR OF TOURISM, USAThursday 7th July 2016 Kim Jack Riley has been named Director of Tourism, USA, based in New York City. Read More
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 | JUNIOR MINISTER OF TOURISM SPEECH COMPETITION WINNERThursday 7th July 2016 16 year old AGH school student, Darshanie Singh was named Junior Minister of Tourism. Read More
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 | A & B ANNOUNCES TOURISM DIRECTOR FOR CANADAWednesday 6th July 2016 Colin Skerritt, of Antiguan heritage, has been named Director of Tourism, Canada. He began his tenure on July 5th, 2016. Read More
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 | A & B LAUNCHES UK CAMPAIGNWednesday 29th June 2016 The trade campaign goes live on June 30th and will run until July 12th, offering value packages at competitive prices, enticing travelers to book September holidays.
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 | MANGO PINEAPPLE CULINARY COMPETITIONFriday 10th June 2016 Twenty-four Top Chefs will compete in the 2016 Mango Pineapple Culinary Competition set for July 16 at the ABHTI. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA & BARBUDA TOURISM MEETS TRAVEL TRADE Friday 27th May 2016 Antigua & Barbuda Tourism Authority and the Ministry of Tourism, Economic Development, Investment and Energy attended ETI held in Puerto Rico. Read More
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 | CARNIVAL WITH ANTIGUA & BARBUDA AND WESTJET VACATIONSFriday 6th May 2016 Experience Carnival with Antigua & Barbuda and WestJet Vacations special offer of $200 discount. Read More
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 | DON'T MISS THE HUMAN RESOURCES CONFERENCEFriday 6th May 2016 With over 100 hundred registrants to date from throughout the Caribbean and at home, spaces are now limited and going fast. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA & BARBUDA LAUNCHES ‘GET TO HAPPY’ CAMPAIGN Tuesday 3rd May 2016 Get to Happy digital summer campaign highlights how planning a vacation and visiting Antigua & Barbuda will result in improved life happiness. Read More
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 | REGISTER FOR MAKE EXCELLENCE A HABIT SESSIONFriday 29th April 2016 Register for the CTO 8th Tourism Human Resources Conference and learn how you can Make Excellence A Habit in your organization.
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 | NETWORK WITH THE BESTFriday 22nd April 2016 Take a look at the sessions offered for the 8th Tourism Human Resources Conference and speakers profiles for the conference. Read More
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| A&B RECORDS DOUBLE DIGIT INCREASE IN VISITOR ARRIVALSTuesday 19th April 2016 The March figures boost the already strong numbers with 30,321 passengers recorded as having visited the destination in the month. Read More
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 | INCREASING CUSTOMER & BRAND LOYALTYFriday 15th April 2016 Register for the Tourism Authority Master Class, facilitated by Mr. Andr Bello, Commercial Manager-Caribbean, Virgin Atlantic. Read More
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 | REGISTER YOUR TEAM FOR TOURISM HUMAN RESOURCES CONFERENCE Monday 11th April 2016 This is the first time the CTO conference, set over May 11 - May 13, 2016 is being held in Antigua and is an opportunity not to be missed. Read More
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| PLENARY SESSION AND MASTER CLASS SERIESMonday 4th April 2016 Nicole Antonio-Gadson will join the 8th Tourism Human Resources Conference, Plenary Session. Also learn the formula for business success with Mr. John Burchell in the Master Series. Read More
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 | MAJOR HOTEL INVESTMENT FOR ANTIGUA & BARBUDAFriday 1st April 2016 The US$52 million investment project will bring job opportunities and economic benefits to the people of Antigua and Barbuda. Read More
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 | A & B REPRESENTS AT ITB TRAVEL TRADE SHOW IN GERMANYMonday 21st March 2016 Antigua and Barbuda had a major presence at ITB Berlin, one of the worlds largest trade and consumer fairs, held in Germany from March 9 - March 13, 2016. Read More
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 | TOURISM HUMAN RESOURCES CONFERENCEFriday 18th March 2016 This is the first time that the conference will be held in Antigua, and is a great opportunity for tourism and hospitality professionals and students. See the rates. Read More
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 | A HISTORIC FINISH FOR TEAM WADADLIThursday 11th February 2016 It was a historic moment, 52 days, nine hours and nine minutes, the time that Team Wadadli took to cross the finish line at Nelsons Dockyard culminating their run in the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA FEATURED ON YAHOO! TRAVELWednesday 27th January 2016 "10 Reasons Antigua Is the Best Caribbean Hotspot You Havent Heard Of" by Lisa Bonner. Read More
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 | WANTED: DIRECTOR OF TOURISM IN CANADA AND THE USAThursday 21st January 2016 The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority invite qualified applications to fill the roles of Director of Tourism, marketing Antigua and Barbuda in Canada and the USA. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA WELCOMES THE LARGEST CRUISE SHIP Friday 15th January 2016 It was seen as a historic moment when the Norwegian Breakaway vessel docked at the Nevis Street Pier. Read More
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 | A & B CELEBRATE SUCCESS OF 2016 NEW YORK TIMES TRAVEL SHOW Wednesday 13th January 2016 Antigua and Barbuda received an unprecedented number of visitors at Romance Themed booth in New York city. Read More
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 | SEABORNE AIRLINES LAUNCH NEW SERVICEMonday 14th December 2015 Airlift into Antigua and Barbuda increases with the addition of Seaborne airlines non-stop service between San Juan and Antigua. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA FEATURED IN TOTAL GUIDE - THE CARIBBEANWednesday 11th November 2015 As the best island for a hassle-free holiday, great for young families, short flight times and transfers and island hopping. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA CELEBRATE NEW JETBLUE SERVICE Tuesday 10th November 2015 They took to the New York skies to make a splash in celebrating the launch of the new nonstop JetBlue service. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA AT WTMFriday 6th November 2015 Hotel and Tourism Partners meet at the Antigua and Barbuda stand for WTM 2015. See the video of the Breaking Travel News interview with CEO of the A & B Tourism Authority Colin James. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA & BARBUDA WINS CARIBBEAN’S MOST ROMANTIC DESTINATION Wednesday 21st October 2015 The island beat out 12 competitors, cementing its' position as being The Best Destination. Read More
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 | VOTE FOR ANTIGUA IN USA 10 BEST COMPETITIONMonday 19th October 2015 Antigua is currently ranked #3 of 20. Vote and reach out to your contacts to vote to get Antigua into the top of the category. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA TO SEE BEST CRUISE SEASONFriday 9th October 2015 Antigua and Barbuda continues to make significant gains in its efforts to attract more cruise ship calls and passengers. Read More
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 | CELEBRITY BACKED CHARITY DINNER AND AUCTION US$50,000 PRIZEThursday 8th October 2015 YIDA International Investment Group have put up a US$50,000 golf holiday package to Japan. Read More
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 | CRICKETING GREATS TO TRAVEL TO ANTIGUA Monday 28th September 2015 For Lords Taverners, the UKs leading youth cricket and disability sports charity Anniversary Tour from 12 - 16 October. Read More
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 | TRAVEL BULLETIN STAR AWARD 2015Thursday 17th September 2015 The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authoritys UK Office walked away with this years Travel Bulletin Star Award for Star Caribbean Tourist Office. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA’S PRESENCE AT SEATRADE EUROPEMonday 14th September 2015 Antigua and Barbuda to see increased cruise ship calls from attendance at sea trade in Hamburg
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 | ANTIGUA & BARBUDA OPENS MODERN STATE OF THE ART AIRPORT Friday 21st August 2015 The twin-island nation of Antigua and Barbuda has opened one of the most modern international airports in the Caribbean. Read More
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| SCOUT ON FOR THE NEXT JUNIOR MINISTER OF TOURISMMonday 10th August 2015 Who will be the Next Antigua and Barbuda Junior Minister of Tourism? The deadline for registration has been extended to August 14, 2015.
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 | CHILDREN'S BOOK DRIVE ENHANCES CHILDREN'S CARNIVAL Friday 31st July 2015 Children in Antigua and Barbuda will have over 1000 new childrens books. Read More
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 | LONDON TAXIS BRANDED WITH ANTIGUA & BARBUDA IMAGERYThursday 30th July 2015 Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authoritys UK Team and hotel partners view the Read More
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 | ANTIGUA & BARBUDA WINS CULINARY APPROVAL IN THE HAMPTONSWednesday 29th July 2015 One of the main sponsors was the Antigua & Barbuda Tourism Authority. Read More
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 | WIN 2 FREE AIRLINE TICKETS TO ANTIGUAMonday 13th July 2015 Like the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Facebook page, and tell them what you love about Antigua's Carnival. Read More
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 | TOURISM MINISTRY TO TRAIN 40 PARTICIPANTS IN WEB 2.0 TECHNOLOGY Wednesday 8th July 2015 Web 2.0 Social Media Learning Opportunity workshops from 6th - 10th July, and 13th 17th July. Read More
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 | VOTE FOR A & B IN THE WORLD TRAVEL AWARDSMonday 22nd June 2015 Cast your vote and show your love for Antigua & Barbuda in the 2015 World Travel Awards in five categories. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA CONTINUE TO DOMINATE AT CARIBBEAN WEEKMonday 8th June 2015 Destination recognised with Two Prestigious Awards and Asserts Presence at Media Market Place. Read More
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 | JETBLUE TO BEGIN DIRECT FLIGHTS TO ANTIGUAWednesday 6th May 2015 JetBlue Airways will begin direct service to Antigua from its base in New Yorks JFK International Airport on November 5. Read More
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 | A&B SHOWCASES A FRESH NEW LOOK FOR CRUISE SHIPPING MIAMIMonday 23rd March 2015 Antigua and Barbuda Showcases a Fresh New Look for Cruise Shipping Miami (CSM) North Americas largest Cruise Convention Read More
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 | A&B ATTENDS CONFERENCES ON ENERGY, INVESTMENT & TOURISMTuesday 10th March 2015 Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Delegation attends multiple Conferences in Berlin to Secure Energy Initiatives, Hotel Investment and Increase Tourism Business for the Country Read More
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 | INTRODUCING NEW HALF MARATHON ‘RUN IN PARADISE’Thursday 5th February 2015 The Run in Paradise Half Marathon is all set to be an exciting and challenging race, attracting local and international runners, with funds raised to go to charity. Read More
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 | MAJOR MARKETING CAMPAIGNS TO RAISE PROFILE OF ANTIGUA AND BARBUDATuesday 3rd February 2015 A 60-minute television documentary on Tourism in Antigua and Barbuda will air in the Italian market, this February and again in March, following filming last week by Sky Italia. Read More
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 | ABTA APPOINTS OVERSEAS TEAMWednesday 28th January 2015 In making the announcement the Minister described Walker and Flambert as expert strategists with successful track records of overseeing and directing high-impact tourism marketing campaigns for destinations. Read More
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| WHAT'S ON IN ANTIGUA & BARBUDA IN EARLY 2015Wednesday 21st January 2015 Check out what's happening in Antigua & Barbuda for the first half of 2015. Read More
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 | SIZEABLE DONATION TO ST. JOHN'S ANGLICAN CATHEDRAL'S RESTORATION FUNDFriday 19th December 2014 Mother of Antigua And Barbuda's National Hero, Sir Viv Richards presents cheque to the St. John's Anglican Cathedral's Restoration Fund. Read More
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| ABTA 2015 CALENDAR OF EVENTSWednesday 12th November 2014 See the 2015 Calendar of Events in Antigua & Barbuda from the Antigua & Barbuda Tourism Authority. Read More
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 | NATIONAL LIBRARY RECEIVES BOOST WITH DONATION OF TOURISM BOOKSTuesday 21st October 2014 The newly opened National Library of Antigua and Barbuda was the recipient of a large donation of tourism guides. Read More
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 | A & B COMMITS TO CRUISE TOURISM SECTOR IMPROVEMENTSTuesday 21st October 2014 Antigua And Barbuda Affirms Its Commitment To Improvements In The Cruise Tourism Sector At FCCA 2014 Marketing Conference Read More
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| FREE AGENT RATE LISTING FOR TOURS & ACCOMMODATIONThursday 2nd October 2014 Post your agent rates, free of charge, to Spoiled Agent.com. Read More
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 | SIR VIV RICHARDS HONOURED BY THE LORD’S TAVERNERSTuesday 30th September 2014 The celebrity studded fund raising dinner was held in honour of Sir Vivian Richards by the Lords Taverners and the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority. Read More
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 | WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS 2014: VOTE FOR A & BWednesday 23rd July 2014 Antigua & Barbuda is nominated for four (4) categories in the 2014 World Travel Awards. Vote for us before September 14th. Read More
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 | US CARRIERS TO OFFER NEW AIR SERVICE TO ANTIGUAFriday 18th July 2014 Negotiations with Tourism Minister Asot Michael and Airlines A Success Read More
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| A&B TOURISM AUTHORITY AND CPL ANNOUNCE SOCIAL MEDIA CAMPAIGNTuesday 15th July 2014 where people are invited to post 'selfies' on social media pages for a chance to win CPL tickets and a trip to Antigua for 2015 Read More
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 | VOTE FOR ANTIGUA AS USA TODAY'S BEST WEDDING DESTINATIONFriday 20th June 2014 Vote for Antigua & Barbuda as USA Today's Best Wedding Destination! Read More
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 | A & B RECEIVES TRIP ADVISOR TRAVELLER’S CHOICE DESTINATION AWARD 2014Wednesday 26th March 2014 Antigua & Barbuda remains a favourite among travellers as it was one of only two Eastern Caribbean Islands ranked among the regions top 10 destinations. Read More
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| UK REDUCES APD TO ANTIGUA & BARBUDAThursday 20th March 2014 On March 20, the UK government reduced the Airport Passenger Duty on flights to Antigua & Barbuda, effectively reducing ticket prices and encouraging more travel from the UK. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA & BARBUDA RECIEVES GOOD NEWS AT CRUISE SHIPPING MIAMI, 2014Wednesday 19th March 2014 Antigua and Barbuda recently attended the Cruise Shipping Miami (CSM) Trade and Convention Show, held from March 10 13, 2014 in Miami, Florida. Read More
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 | A & B TOURISM DELEGATION ATTENDS ITB, WORLD’S LARGEST TOURISM TRADE FAIR & CONVENTIONMonday 10th March 2014 Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Officials participated in another successful showcasing of the destination, this time in Berlin Germany, during ITB. Read More
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 | TOURISM E-BLAST ESPRESSO - MARCH EDITIONMonday 3rd March 2014 This issue brings readers a comprehensive Calendar of Events, a destination snapshot on Fort James along with island specials at various accommodation spots and more Read More
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 | A & B TOURISM AUTHORITY PARTNERS WITH MOSS BROS FOR SPRING COLLECTION LAUNCHWednesday 26th February 2014 The month-long February campaign is currently being run online and across 130 Moss Bros stores. Read More
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 | A & B NATIONAL HERO, SIR VIVIAN RICHARDS PROMOTES SWEET, SWEET CRICKETWednesday 19th February 2014 Antigua & Barbuda continues to celebrate its cricket heritage with the release of a new destination video featuring International Cricket Legend, and National Hero, Sir. Vivian Richards. Read More
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| BRITISH AIRWAYS INCREASES SEATS TO ANTIGUA FOR 2014Friday 14th February 2014 Increase in demand for Antigua & Barbuda sees British Airways increase seats to the destination Read More
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| TOURISM PREMIERES ESPRESSO ENEWSLETTERFriday 7th February 2014 The Antigua & Barbuda Tourism Authority premieres the Espresso e-newsletter Read More
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 | A & B INTENSIFIES PROMOTIONS DURING ARTIC CONDITIONS IN THE USMonday 27th January 2014 A & B Capitalizes on Artic Blast in US to Promote Special Destination Offers Read More
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| TRIPADVISOR NAME A & B AS 2013 TRAVELERS' CHOICE DESTINATIONThursday 23rd January 2014 Antigua & Barbuda Receives Trip Advisor Travelers Choice Destination Award 2013 Read More
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| ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA RECEIVES NEW AIRLIFT FROM GUADELOUPE WITH DIRECT CONNECTION TO FRANCE FOR THE 2014 WINTER SEASONFriday 20th December 2013 The Antigua & Barbuda Tourism Authority is pleased to announce that Air Antilles Express inaugurated its bi-weekly service into Antigua & Barbuda today, Thursday, 19th December 2013. Read More
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| THOMAS COOK AIRLINES BEGINS NEW SERVICE TO ANTIGUA & BARBUDA Friday 20th December 2013 The Antigua & Barbuda Tourism Authority is pleased to announce that Thomas Cook Airlines inaugurated its non-stop weekly service into Antigua and Barbuda today Thursday, December 19th 2013. Read More
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 | NEW DIRECTOR OF UK AND EUROPE TOURISM MARKET APPOINTEDMonday 16th December 2013 Cherrie Osborne Appointed Tourism Head for UK and Europe. Read More
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 | 12 DAYS OF HOLIDAY BUZZ GIVEAWAY Tuesday 10th December 2013 Win $100 dollars cash, an awesome Gift package from Jo Malone London or four Grand Prizes of a three night stay. Read More
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 | A & B HOSTS CRICKET PRESS MEET AHEAD OF ENGLAND’S TOURFriday 6th December 2013 Antigua and Barbuda hosts Cricket Press Trip for Journalists ahead of Englands tour of West Indies Read More
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 | NEW DIRECT FLIGHTS FROM PTP TO ANU VIA AIR ANTILLES EXPRESS Friday 29th November 2013 Press Release - Antigua and Barbuda Supports New Airlift from Guadeloupe and France Read More
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 | NEW 2014 TREASURE ISLANDS GUIDE FOR ANTIGUA & BARBUDA REACHES EUROPEAN AND CANADIAN TRAVEL SHOWSThursday 14th November 2013 Treasure Island Ltd. publishes their new 2014 Treasure Islands Guide with distribution of over 3000 copies at key European Travel Trade shows. Read More
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 | A & B BUZZ: HERITAGE ISSUEThursday 14th November 2013 The latest issue of A & B Buzz: The Heritage Issue Read More
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 | ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA FEATURED AT INTERNATIONAL DIVE SHOWMonday 11th November 2013 Antigua and Barbuda was among hundreds of destinations showcased at the Diving Equipment and Marketing Association (DEMA) Expo at the Orlando Convention Center, last week Read More
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 | EXCITING NEWS FOR ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA AT WORLD TRAVEL MARKETFriday 8th November 2013 The Minister of Tourism announced that Antigua will as of December 19 benefit from a new flight out of Manchester with Thomas Cook Read More
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| ANTIGUA & BARBUDA FAVOURS CRUISE ALLIANCE OF THE SOUTHERN CARIBBEANWednesday 6th November 2013 Antigua & Barbuda agreed to strategic involvement in the development of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Read More
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| POSITIVE FEEDBACK AFTER 2013 CTO YOUTH CONGRESSWednesday 6th November 2013 Tourism Youth Ambassadors Relay Positive Feedback after an Enlightening 2013 CTO Youth Congress Experience Read More
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 | WTA NOMINEE: “WORLD'S LEADING HONEYMOON DESTINATION”Wednesday 23rd October 2013 Vote for Antigua & Barbuda as "World's Leading Honeymoon Destination" Read More
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 | A & B REPRESENTED AT 2013 CTO YOUTH CONGRESSWednesday 16th October 2013 Junior Minister of Tourism off to represent A & B at the Caribbean Tourism Youth Congress Read More
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 | WORLD ROUTES 2013: A & B CONFIRMED ATTENDEES Monday 14th October 2013 World Routes 2013 conference pairs A & B tourism officials and airport executives with airlines in Las Vegas. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA TOURISM OFFICER, JOEL HENRY, NAMED HIGH FLIER IN UK TRAVEL INDUSTRYTuesday 1st October 2013 Tourism Officer within the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authoritys UK Office, Joel Henry has been recognised as one of the UK Travel Industrys 30 high fliers under the age of thirty. Read More
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 | TOURISM E-BLAST! SEPTEMBER - OCTOBER EDITIONTuesday 1st October 2013 Welcome to the Antigua & Barbuda Tourism Authority E-Blast September/October Edition Read More
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 | ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA TOURISM OFFICIALS ATTEND SEATRADE EUROPE’S LARGEST CRUISE CONVENTIONMonday 30th September 2013 Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Officials continue their relentless marketing efforts to negotiate for more cruise calls. Read More
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 | X FACTOR TO SHOWCASE ANTIGUA & BARBUDAMonday 23rd September 2013 Antigua & Barbuda will once again be in the spotlight as the X-Factor will showcase the destination Read More
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 | 2013/2014 JUNIOR MINISTER OF TOURISM SELECTEDThursday 19th September 2013 The Ministry of Tourism has selected a new youth representative to take the mantle of Jr. Minister of Tourism Read More
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 | NICOLE SCHERZINGER GOES PARTYING IN ANTIGUAThursday 19th September 2013 X Factor Judge Nicole Scherzinger was spotted having a blast in Antigua on Wednesday Read More
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 | RAISING AWARENESS OF GLOBAL WARMINGWednesday 18th September 2013 The Antigua & Barbuda Tourism Authority is seeking to raise greater awareness of the effects of global warming Read More
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 | ANTIGUA IS "CARIBBEAN'S LEADING HONEYMOON DESTINATION"Wednesday 18th September 2013 A & B were recognized as the Caribbean's leading honeymoon destination at the 2013 World Travel Awards Read More
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 | WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS WINNERS GLITTER IN ANTIGUA Saturday 14th September 2013 Sandals Resorts International was among the top tourism industry stakeholders to emerge victorious from the World Travel Awards Caribbean & North American Gala Ceremony Read More
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 | ANTIGUAN HONORED AS TOP HAIR STYLIST IN THE USThursday 12th September 2013 A veteran Antiguan hairstylist, Dr. Dave Ray has been recognized among the top hairstylists in the United States Read More
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 | SMALL HOTELS WORKSHOP A SUCCESSMonday 9th September 2013 18 owners and managers of small hotels completed a 2-day training programme last week that enhanced their skills and knowledge Read More
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| TOURISM TRAINING FOR OWNERS AND MANAGERS OF SMALL HOTEL SECTORThursday 29th August 2013 The national workshop is part of OAS continuing support for small hotels both at regional and local levels Read More
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 | 2ND ANNUAL HAMPTONS CHALLENGE A SUCCESS! Wednesday 21st August 2013 Up by 10 boats from last year, 38 yachts and crews braved the Sag Harbour waters for a chance to win the coveted grand prize of an all expenses paid trip to Antigua & Barbuda for Antigua Sailing Week 2014. Read More
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 | ABTA’S CARNIVAL-CRICKET PROMOTION A SWEET SUCCESSTuesday 13th August 2013 Antigua & Barbuda Tourism Authority's 'Come for Carnival, Stay for Cricket' promotion received its lucky winner Read More
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| A&B PREPARES FOR 2013 CTO YOUTH CONGRESSMonday 12th August 2013 The first meeting for students interested in Antigua & Barbudas prep for the 2013 CTO Youth Congress took place last Friday Read More
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 | ANTIGUA & BARBUDA SECURES ADDITIONAL AIRLIFTThursday 8th August 2013 Antigua and Barbuda Secures Additional Airlift from its Largest Source Market in Anticipation of a bumper Winter Tourist Season Read More
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| 8 MILLION 'BACHELORETTE' VIEWERS SEE ANTIGUA & BARBUDA SHINEWednesday 7th August 2013 Antigua & Barbuda shine before 8 million viewers in the finale episode of ABCs The Bachelorette Read More
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| YOUTHS CALLED TO TOURISM YOUTH CONGRESSFriday 2nd August 2013 Young persons are invited to be engaged in plans for participation at the Caribbean Tourism Organization Youth Congress in October Read More
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 | LIVE VIEWING OF THE BACHELORETTEThursday 1st August 2013 As more than 8 million viewers globally tuned in, a diverse audience of agents, media specialists and celebrities were feted by the ABTA Read More
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 | 'THE BACHELORETTE' WRAPS UP IN ANTIGUAThursday 1st August 2013 Antigua & Barbuda will be featured once again in the season finale of ABC's hit romance reality series Read More
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 | TOURISM STAKEHOLDERS SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETE SERVICE AND SHORE EXCELLENCE TRAININGMonday 29th July 2013 The Shore excellency workshop saw the certification of quite a few professionals in the industry Read More
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 | US REALITY SHOW FILMED IN ANTIGUAMonday 29th July 2013 With 8 million viewers world-wide, the island of Antigua takes centre stage as the romantic backdrop for the ABC reality TV series, The Bachelorette Read More
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 | ANTIGUA & BARBUDA TO BE FEATURED ON THE WORLD STAGETuesday 23rd July 2013 Antigua & Barbuda will be the romantic backdrop for the ABC Television reality series, The Bachelorette Read More
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 | THINGS TO SEE AND DO IN ANTIGUATuesday 16th July 2013 There are plenty of great things to do and sites to see on the island of Antigua. Check out Escapehere.com's list of the top 8 Read More
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 | TOURISM E-BLAST JULY/AUGUST EDITIONMonday 15th July 2013 The July/August edition of the Tourism E-Blast is here! Catch up on all the latest tourism news Read More
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 | ‘COME FOR THE CARNIVAL, STAY FOR THE CRICKET’ REGIONAL SUMMER PROMOTION 2013 LAUNCHEDMonday 15th July 2013 One lucky regional winner will be flown to Antigua and receive an all-inclusive stay at Jolly Beach Resort & Spa Read More
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| ANTIGUA BENEFITS FROM THE 10TH EDF ECONOMIC INTEGRATION AND TRADE OF THE OECS REGIONFriday 12th July 2013 The Heritage Hotel located in the heart of picturesque St. Johns, Antigua was the venue set for the hosting of a national consultative workshop Read More
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 | ANTIGUAN BUDGET ACCOMMODATIONS ARE AMONG THE BESTFriday 12th July 2013 Antiguan & Barbudan accommodations were recently highlighted on a Guardian article covering the top 10 beach accommodations on a budget Read More
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 | BISHOPS STORTFORD OF LONDON NETBALL TEAM TOURS ANTIGUAThursday 11th July 2013 Antigua and Barbuda is quickly becoming a top spot in the Caribbean for various sporting disciplines Read More
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 | SIR VIVIAN RICHARDS JOINS ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA PROMOTION AT CELEBRITY CRICKET MATCHFriday 5th July 2013 Antigua & Barbuda was promoted centre-stage at the prestigious 25th Annual Celebrity Cricket Day in the UK Read More
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 | ENTER FOR A CHANCE TO WIN A TRIP TO ANTIGUA SUMMER FESTIVAL Thursday 4th July 2013 Do YOU want to win a trip to Antigua and Barbuda for The Caribbean's Greatest Summer Festival? Read More
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| SHORE EXCURSION EXCELLENCE WORKSHOPMonday 1st July 2013 The AHTA, with several other organisations will hold a workshop that will help destinations to become successful cruise markets Read More
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 | ANTIGUAN RECEIVES PRESTIGIOUS CARIBBEAN HERITAGE AWARDThursday 27th June 2013 The Caribbean Heritage Organization Awards honoured an accomplished actor of Antiguan descent recently Read More
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 | DESTINATION WEDDING SHOWCASES AN ARRAY OF LOCAL TALENTMonday 24th June 2013 Jennifer Stewart and Daniel Duguay received the wedding of their dreams as winners of the 2013 Destination Wedding. Read More
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 | 40+ UK TRAVEL PROFESSIONALS EXPERIENCE ANTIGUA AND BARBUDAThursday 20th June 2013 The ABTA's UK office will continue its run of FAM trips into June, allowing 40+ UK travel professionals to experience Antigua Read More
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 | ANTIGUA & BARBUDA COLLABORATES WITH LIAT IN DESTINATION DRIVEFriday 14th June 2013 Antigua & Barbuda was represented by the ABTA and the Ministry of Tourism when it once again partnered with LIAT in a Destination Drive held in San Juan, Puerto Rico Read More
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 | CARIBBEAN WEEK 2013 HAILED A SUCCESSThursday 13th June 2013 The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism delegation made an indelible mark at the conference showcasing the destination at the promotional events. Read More
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 | VACANCY: DIRECTOR, HUMAN RESOURCESWednesday 12th June 2013 Profiles Antigua Inc. on the behalf of Antigua and Barbuda Airport Authority, is accepting applications for the position of Director, Human Resources Read More
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 | A & B CHEFS SHOWCASE THE PRIDE AND PASSION OF THE DESTINATIONTuesday 11th June 2013 Two Antiguan and Barbudan chefs joined more than a dozen Caribbean culinary masters in spicing up the Caribbean Week celebrations last week in NYC. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA & BARBUDA ATTEND THE AVALON INVEST CARIBBEAN NOW FORUMFriday 7th June 2013 Caribbean governments have gathered in New York City over the past week in celebration of this years Annual CTO Caribbean Week Read More
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 | A&B BUZZ: HEALTH AND WELLNESS 2013Monday 3rd June 2013 A new edition of the A&B Buzz newsletter is here! Read More
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| TOURISM AWARENESS CAMPAIGN KICKS OFF WITH NEW PSA Thursday 30th May 2013 Public service announcement features Tian Winter and focuses on coming together to solve the tourism puzzle Read More
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 | BEAUTIFUL BARBUDA MAGAZINE PHOTO CONTESTWednesday 22nd May 2013 Share your best photos of beautiful Barbuda and you could win a fantastic prize! Read More
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| FCCA ESSAY CONTEST 2013 CALL FOR ENTRIESWednesday 15th May 2013 An invitation is extended to the youth of Antigua and Barbuda to participate in an annual essay contest Read More
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 | THE ULTIMATE HONEYMOON CAMPAIGN 2013Thursday 2nd May 2013 The Ultimate Honeymoon campaign is seen as another initiative by the ABTA to complement the Ministry of Tourism and Civil Aviations Read More
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 | TOURISM AUTHORITY BEGINS PROMOTIONS FOR ANTIGUA CARNIVAL 2013!Friday 19th April 2013 Promotions are in full swing for the "Caribbean's Greatest Summer Festival" Read More
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 | TOURISM E-BLAST: MARCH EDITIONWednesday 3rd April 2013 Read the latest e-blast from Antigua & Barbuda Tourism! Read More
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 | RUSSIAN DIPLOMATS PAY COURTESY VISIT TO BARBUDATuesday 26th March 2013 Russian Diplomats make a courtesy call to the sister isle of Barbuda Read More
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 | ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA GOES HD WITH NEW DESTINATION COMMERCIAL!Monday 25th March 2013 Antigua and Barbuda goes HD in the new Destination Video Read More
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 | ANTIGUA & BARBUDA STANDS OUT AT CRUISE SHIPPING MIAMI 2013Monday 18th March 2013 Antigua and Barbuda receive high reviews as one the Caribbean's top cruise destination. Read More
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 | STAYCATIONS JINGLE COMPETITIONTuesday 12th March 2013 Showcase your talents in this year's competition Read More
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| JAZZ FESTIVAL TO BECOME CALENDAR EVENT HERETuesday 5th March 2013 Jazz festival declared a success and on the move to an annual event. Read More
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 | TOURISM E-BLAST: FEBRUARY EDITIONFriday 1st March 2013 Read the latest e-blast from Antigua & Barbuda Tourism. Read More
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 | WESTJET AIRLINES EXTENDS ITS FLIGHT SERVICE FOR SUMMER 2013Friday 1st March 2013 Canadian air-carrier WestJet Airlines has confirmed that it will extend its flying schedule into Antigua and Barbuda into the summer months. Read More
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 | NANIKI CARIBBEAN JAZZ SAFARIWednesday 27th February 2013 The second-leg of the Naniki Caribbean Jazz Safari, set for March 1 and 2 in Antigua is expected to span long-term benefits Read More
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 | MAGINLEY WELCOMES SAILORS, PARTY-GOERS TO VALENTINE'S REGATTA & RUM FESTIVALFriday 8th February 2013 Minister of Tourism welcomes sailors and party goers to the Jolly Harbour Valentine's Regatta & Rum Festival. Read More
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| A & B TOURISM E-BLAST: JANUARY EDITIONWednesday 23rd January 2013 Keep in the know of all the island activities and specials with Antigua & Barbuda Tourism E-Blast. Read More
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| TOURISM RECORDS .25 MILLION TOURISTS IN 2012Tuesday 22nd January 2013 Antigua and Barbuda records a quarter million tourists in 2012. Read More
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 | A & B BUZZ BUCKET LIST FEATURE COMING SOONWednesday 16th January 2013 Feature to include 10 things to keep your eyes on in 2013, Hotels Help Guests Stay Healthy, Adventures and more... Read More
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| FIVE PILLARS OF GROWTH FOR TOURISM SECTORThursday 10th January 2013 Minister of Tourism and Civil Aviation the Hon. John Maginley has identified the major areas of focus for his ministry in the year 2013. Read More
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 | 50 FUN THINGS TO DO IN ANTIGUA & BARBUDAMonday 31st December 2012 If you ever needed solid reasons to visit our twin island paradise, flightnetwork.com has put together several reasons, 50 to be exact, outlining things you can do while here. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA TO HOST THE NANIKI JAZZ SAFARI, 2013Thursday 13th December 2012 Romance Capital of the Caribbean, Antigua & Barbuda, will take centre stage next March, 2013 when it hosts a weekend of classic Jazz entertainment with the Naniki Jazz Safari. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA FEATURED AT INTERNATIONAL DIVE SHOWThursday 29th November 2012 For the 6th year, Antigua and Barbuda Tourism was a major sponsor of The Women Divers Hall of Fame Annual Gala Auction, one of the premier events at the Diving Equipment and Marketing Association (DEMA) Expo in Las Vegas. Read More
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 | TOURISM OFFICIAL ATTENDS SEATRADE MED CRUISE CONVENTION Wednesday 28th November 2012 Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Delegation Attends Seatrade Med - Europes Largest Cruise and Super Yacht Convention Read More
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 | A & B WINTER DESTINATION PROMOTION WELL UNDERWAY IN THE USWednesday 28th November 2012 Derede Whitlock, Antigua tourism officer, talks about Antigua and Barbuda. There will be contests to win a trip to each island at the Cromwell Crowne Plaza starting at 10 a.m. Read More
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 | 20 CANADIAN TRAVEL AGENTS VISIT ANTIGUAMonday 26th November 2012 WestJet Vacations recently introduced 20 of its leading Canadian-based travel agents to the Antigua Tourism Market through a Familiarization (FAM) Trip. Read More
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| MINISTER OF TOURISM WELCOMES MASTERS TEAMS TO ANTIGUA AND PLEDGES SUPPORT FOR 2013 Thursday 15th November 2012 Antigua and Barbuda Minister of Tourism praises the masters' teams and organisers of this year's Antigua and Barbuda International Masters 20/20. Read More
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| WARWICKSHIRE OVER-50 CRICKET TEAM VISITS ANTIGUATuesday 13th November 2012 Warwickshire Over-50 Cricket Team makes a 2 week visit to the twin-island destination. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA & BARBUDA TOURISM CHANNEL PREVIEW Monday 12th November 2012 Check out the 3rd edition of the Antigua & Barbuda Tourism Channel, a comprehensive Tourism Channel program. Read More
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 | NEW DESTINATION VIDEO RELEASED FOR A & BWednesday 7th November 2012 Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority has launched a new destination feature for global viewing. Read More
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 | A & B MARKS NEW GLOBAL PRESENCE AT WORLD TRAVEL MARKET 2012Wednesday 7th November 2012 New Global Presence for Antigua and Barbuda for 2013 says Minister of Tourism
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 | 5TH EDITION OF BEAUTIFUL BARBUDA MAGAZINE LAUNCHEDWednesday 7th November 2012 Beautiful Barbuda magazine celebrates its Fifth Anniversary issue at London's World Travel Market Read More
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 | JOEL ANTHONY NAMED TOURISM AMBASSADOR FOR 2012Monday 5th November 2012 Miami Heat center player Joel Anthony has been appointed Tourism Ambassador for Antigua and Barbuda.
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| WESTJET BEGINS TWICE-WEEKLY CANADIAN FLIGHTS TO ANTIGUA AND BARBUDAMonday 29th October 2012 WestJet Airlines inaugurated its twice-weekly service to Antigua and Barbuda on Sunday October 28, 2012, adding 7,000 seats to air travel between Canada and the destination this tourist season. Read More
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 | WESTJET STARTS SERVICE FROM TORONTO TO ANTIGUA THIS WEEKENDThursday 25th October 2012 This Sunday, October 28th the Canadian low-cost airline WestJet will inaugurate its service to our twin island state, Antigua & Barbuda from Toronto Read More
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| PRESTON BAILEY COMMENDS ANTIGUA FOR CREATIVITY & TALENT Wednesday 17th October 2012 Inclement weather conditions did not deter vendors and patrons at Antigua and Barbuda's first "Bride Villa Event" last weekend. Read More
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| A & B TO HOST TRAVELMOLE "LEGENDS OF CRICKET" MATCHTuesday 16th October 2012 Over 15 tour operators and journalists inclusive of former professional English player Chris Schoffield will visit Antigua from October 20th-24th. Read More
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 | PRESTON BAILEY HEADLINES "LOVE IN ANTIGUA"Monday 15th October 2012 A & B continues to gain global recognition as a premier destination for weddings and honeymoons. Read More
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 | 'LOVE IN ANTIGUA' IS HERE!Friday 12th October 2012 All systems are go for this weekend's 'Love in Antigua' activities to be headlined by international, award-winning event and wedding designer, Preston Bailey. Read More
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 | CHEAPER TRAVEL FOR OCTOBER EVENTS WITH LIATWednesday 10th October 2012 Tourism Authority Secures Cheaper Travel on LIAT for Local October Events Read More
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 | FOXCT TELEVISION COVERAGE OF A & BMonday 8th October 2012 A & B receives significant Television Coverage in New England States Read More
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 | A & B BUZZ CULTURE ISSUEMonday 8th October 2012 Antigua's Carnival is described as the Caribbean's Most Colorful Summer Festival and according to the local revelers "Party Can't Done".
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 | "ISLAND TIME" VIDEO BY KITE SCOOPFriday 5th October 2012 Watch this expose of some of the exciting things Antigua & Barbuda has to offer - "Island Time" Read More
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 | CRUISE TOURISM OFFICIALS ATTEND FCCA CRUISE CONFERENCE & TRADE SHOWFriday 5th October 2012 Destination Antigua and Barbuda successful showcased and promoted at the 19th FCCA Annual Conference and Trade show. Read More
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 | MEGA-FAM CAMPAIGN FOR AGENTS LAUNCHED IN THE UKTuesday 2nd October 2012 Antigua and Barbuda's tourist board for the UK has launched a "mega-fam" to showcase the destination to agents. Read More
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 | NEW AIRPORT ADMINISTRATION CHARGE ACTMonday 1st October 2012 New Airport Authority Administration Charge that will take effect on all travel on or after
November 1,2012. Read More
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 | NATIONAL GOLFER AWARDED UK HONORARY GOLF CLUB MEMBERSHIPMonday 1st October 2012 Sir Vivian Richards receives Honorary Golf Club Membership ahead Of the International World Pairs Final. Read More
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 | LOCAL FILM FESTIVAL PROMOTED IN THE USAMonday 1st October 2012 Promotions for the second annual International Film Festival of Antigua & Barbuda (IFFAB) slated for November 1825, 2012 are in full gear. Read More
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 | CARIBBEAN TO BE SHOWCASED AT THE INTERNATIONAL WORLD PAIRS FINALFriday 28th September 2012 The participation of two Caribbean teams at the 2012 International Pairs World Finals al Loch Lomond, Scotland is an exciting thing for Caribbean Golf. Read More
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 | ABTA SUPPORTS TEAM ANTIGUA FOR WORLD GOLF FINALSTuesday 25th September 2012 Antigua & Barbuda Tourism Authority supports Team Antigua for the prestigious International Pairs Golf Championships. Read More
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 | NEW JUNIOR MINISTER CONFIRMED FOR TOURISM YOUTH CONGRESSTuesday 25th September 2012 Antigua confirms participation in the 2012 C.T.O Youth Congress to be held in St. Kitts. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA TO HOST BRIDE VILLAFriday 14th September 2012 Highly Anticipated Bride Villa event to be hosted in our Twin Island State this October. Read More
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 | WESTJET ADDS ANTIGUA TO ITS WINTER 2012/2013 TROPICAL DESTINATIONS LISTWednesday 12th September 2012 Antigua and Barbuda Sources Additional Airlift with new WestJet Service from Canada Read More
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| ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA TOURISM AUTHORITY PARTNERS WITH TRIPADVISORMonday 10th September 2012 Global travel website Tripadvisor has been chosen as a partner for an upcoming global Antigua and Barbuda tourism ad campaign to run throughout the fall and winter travel season of 2012-2013. Read More
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 | ONE-ON-ONE WITH MINISTER MAGINLEYFriday 7th September 2012 Travel Agent chats One-on-One With Antigua's Tourism Minister. Read More
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 | GO SAILING IN ANTIGUA TO EXPLORE ITS 365 BEACHESFriday 31st August 2012 IWantSun.co.uk implores yacht charters to Go sailing in Antigua to explore its 365 beaches. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA RANKS HIGH IN OCEAN HEALTH INDEX Tuesday 28th August 2012 Antigua was just ranked #1 in the Caribbean and 8th in the world by the Ocean Health Index for the condition of our coastal areas and waters. Read More
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 | TOP PLACES FOR FAMILIES TO VISIT IN ANTIGUA Monday 27th August 2012 Primo Travel, a Travel blog listing all the best that world has to offer features the Top places for families to visit in Antigua Read More
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 | 1ST ANNUAL ANTIGUA & BARBUDA HAMPTONS CHALLENGE A RESOUNDING SUCCESSThursday 23rd August 2012 The Antigua and Barbuda Ministry of Tourism in conjunction with the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority showcased the destinations nautical side this past Saturday in the Hamptons while hosting the 1st Annual Antigua and Barbuda Hamptons Challenge boat race in Sag Harbor. Read More
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 | A & B BUZZ: FAMILY ISSUEThursday 23rd August 2012 Family Issue featuring Grand Vacations, Family Beaches, Turtle Nesting Season & Kids talk Culture. Read More
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 | A&B TAKES ESSAY CONTEST BY STORMTuesday 14th August 2012 Antigua Barbuda student wins 1st Place in Regional Essay Contest. Read More
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| TITLE UP FOR TAKETuesday 14th August 2012 Junior Minister of Tourism title needs a new representative for the 2012-13 year. Is it you? Read More
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 | NBA CHAMPION CELEBRATES BIRTHDAY IN A&BMonday 13th August 2012 Miami Heat center player, Joel Anthony, celebrated his 30th Birthday in Antigua and Barbuda with friends and family. Read More
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| ABTA TO PROVIDE 25 SCHOLARSHIPSThursday 2nd August 2012 Antigua & Barbuda Tourism Authority will be providing 25 scholarships for the Service Ambassador Certificate Programme Read More
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 | ABTA WANTS TO WEATHER THE STORMMonday 30th July 2012 (ABTA) will be collaborating with the Ministry of Tourism to coordinate a familiarization (FAM) trip for WSEE One Caribbean Weather Channel. Read More
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 | TOURISM TICKLED ABOUT TEAM ANTIGUAThursday 26th July 2012 Team Antigua & Barbuda is in the UK for the 2012 Summer Olympic Games! Read More
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 | A&B BUZZGRAM: ARCHITECTURAL A&BMonday 23rd July 2012 The true wealth of a country is in its architecture. Architecture should speak of its time and place, but yearn for timelessness. Read More
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 | CARIBBEAN SMALL HOTEL FORUMThursday 12th July 2012 Forum to be held at the Antigua and Barbuda Hospitality Training Institute, Antigua, July, 12-13, 2012.
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| TWIN ISLANDS GETTING BACK THEIR GROOVEThursday 12th July 2012 Antigua & Barbuda is reporting an increase of 12 percent from last year in visitor arrivals to the twin-island state Read More
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 | IMMIGRATION DEPARTMENT'S NEW DEVICESTuesday 10th July 2012 The Immigration Department has just been outfitted with new equipment to detect fraudulent documents. Read More
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| A&B BUZZ: JUNE/JULY ROMANCE EDITIONMonday 9th July 2012 Rekindle the Romance with A & B Buzz: June/July Edition. Read More
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 | OUTSTANDING INDUSTRY PERSONNEL HONORED AT TOURISM AWARDS GALA Wednesday 27th June 2012 The Ministry of Tourism hosted awards ceremony to recognize honorees for their outstanding commitment to the industry. Read More
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 | ECOLOGICAL ECSTASY AT DESTINATION WEDDING 2012Monday 18th June 2012 It was a moment of "ecological ecstasy" at this year's destination wedding as Ron Critchlow and Jacky Adams, exchanged nuptials and vowed to "Live Greener, Happily Ever After." Read More
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 | ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA PROMOTED AT CARIBBEAN WEEK IN NEW YORK Friday 15th June 2012 Antigua and Barbuda joined over 30 Caribbean countries last week, in celebrating Caribbean Week in New York. Read More
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 | HONEYMOONERS GO FIRST! Friday 15th June 2012 June, a traditional a wedding month, is celebrated as Romance Month in Antigua and Barbuda, where "The Beach is Just the Beginning." Read More
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 | COUNTDOWN TO 2012 DESTINATION WEDDING PROMOTION Friday 15th June 2012 "Live Greener, Happily Ever After" is the theme of this year's annual destination wedding. promotion, June is Romance Month which highlights Antigua and Barbuda's strengths and unique selling points as a wedding and honeymoon destination. Read More
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 | MEET THE WEDDING PLANNER OF THIS YEARThursday 14th June 2012 A & B BUZZ interviews Tracy Guerrero of Indigo Event Services, wedding planner for this year's Destination Wedding. Read More
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| GREEN WEDDINGS - LIVE GREENER HAPPILY EVER AFTERWednesday 13th June 2012 A green wedding opts for environmentally-friendly alternatives to various elements of the celebration, from invitations and the dress to the cake. Read More
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 | KOREA AND THE WIDER WORLD GET A PEEK INTO THE MAGICAL WONDERS OF ANTIGUA AND BARBUDATuesday 12th June 2012 2012's World Expo is in full swing, and millions of visitors are being exposed to the twin island state, many for the first time. Read More
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 | TOURISM WEEK 2012 Monday 11th June 2012 The theme for this year's celebrations is Service Excellence Antigua & Barbuda: Live It, Give It,Celebrate It. Read More
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 | SIR VIVIAN RICHARDS, TALKS TO UK PRESS ABOUT HIS LOVE FOR ANTIGUA AND BARBUDAThursday 7th June 2012 The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority, recently gave members of the British press, a once in a lifetime opportunity, to breakfast with West Indies cricketing legend, Sir Vivian Richards.
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 | LAUNCH OF ABTA & AHTA EXPEDIA CAMPAIGNMonday 4th June 2012 The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority and
the Antigua Hotels & Tourist Association
Launch Marketing Campaign with Expedia
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 | A & B BUZZ: MAY EDITIONTuesday 29th May 2012 A & B Buzz May e-magazine is now available ... Read More
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 | ANNUAL FCCA FOUNDATION ESSAY CONTEST 2012Tuesday 29th May 2012 Students invited to participate in Annual FCCA Foundation Essay Contest 2012. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA TO RECEIVE 29 ADDITIONAL CRUISE CALLS STARTING SUMMER 2013Tuesday 29th May 2012 Antigua and Barbuda Tourism officials have just concluded a series of successful meetings with three of the major cruise lines that serve the destination Read More
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 | REGIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL CIVIL AVIATION OFFICIALS CONVERGE ON ANTIGUA TO DISCUSS AVSEC MATTERSTuesday 15th May 2012 Regional and International Civil Aviation Officials are converging on Antigua for a weeklong session set to focus on matters relating to Safety and Security in the industry (AVSEC). Read More
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 | ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA DESTINATION WEDDING GOES GREENFriday 11th May 2012 Antigua and Barbuda, recently voted Most Romantic Caribbean Destination, is gearing up to host its sixth annual Destination Wedding Promotion in June. This years Romance Month has decided to "Go Green". Read More
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 | SHERMAIN NAMED BRAND AMBASSADOR FOR NYC FASHION EVENT BIKINI UNDER THE BRIDGE 2012Wednesday 9th May 2012 JRG, the entertainment engine behind the mega brand Bikini Under the Bridge has collaborated with the Personal Style/Personal Branding and Image guru Shermain Jeremy, naming her Brand Ambassador for this year’s Bikini Under the Bridge Fashion Event. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA RECORDS HIGHEST HOTEL OCCUPANCY RATES SINCE 2008Wednesday 9th May 2012 The country has recorded its best hotel occupancy figures for April since 2008 with an average of 63.8%. This years statistics beat those of 2010 with 58.4% and 2011 with 61.0%. Read More
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 | PREMIERE ANTIGUA & BARBUDA SMOKIN HOT BBQ CHALLENGE 2012 Wednesday 2nd May 2012 The Caribbean BBQ Association, on June 03rd, 2012 will be hosting for the first time, a Smokin Hot BBQ Challenge at the Antigua & Barbuda Hospitality Training Institute. Read More
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 | RESTAURANT SERVERS CELEBRATEDTuesday 1st May 2012 Restaurant Servers representing 10 properties across the island were acknowledged and applauded for having gained internationally-recognised certification from the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute(AH&LEI Read More
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| CARIBBEAN TOURISM INDUSTRY DECISION MAKERS TO DEBATE INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES AT CARIBBEAN HOTEL & TOURISM INVESTMENT CONFERENCEWednesday 25th April 2012 Some of the Caribbean tourism industrys top decision makers will share their perspectives on investment opportunities in the region at the 16th Annual Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Investment Conference (CHTIC), which gets underway in Puerto Rico in earnest today with an official opening ceremony. Read More
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 | SIMON LE BON IN ANTIGUAWednesday 25th April 2012 Simon Le Bon of Duran Duran visits Antigua. Read More
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 | GOVERNMENT TO BREAK GROUND FOR CONSTRUCTION OF MILLION-DOLLAR CANCER CENTRE FOR THE OECSMonday 23rd April 2012 Regional Health leaders will gather in Antigua and Barbuda on Thursday 26th April for the Official Ground Breaking Ceremony to signal the start of construction of The Cancer Centre Eastern Caribbean at the Mount St. John Medical Centre facility. Read More
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| ANTIGUA & BARBUDA REGIONAL TRAVELLER PACKAGEThursday 19th April 2012 Antigua & Barbuda Tourism Authority (ABTA) has launched a new Regional Marketing Campaign called Antigua & Barbuda Regional Traveller. Read More
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 | A & B BUZZGRAM: THE YACHTING ISSUEWednesday 18th April 2012 The Yachting Issue, April 2012 Read More
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 | ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA ELECTED TO CHAIR CTO SUSTAINABLE TOURISM COMMITTEEWednesday 18th April 2012 Antigua and Barbudas Director of Policy and Planning within the Ministry of Tourism, Mr. Corthwright Marshall has been elected to chair the CTO Sustainable Tourism Committee for the next two years at the 13th Annual Caribbean Conference on Sustainable Tourism Development in Guyana. Read More
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 | A & B BUZZGRAM: WHY DO FOOLS FALL IN LOVE?Wednesday 4th April 2012 Antigua Named Most Romantic Caribbean Destination by About.com Read More
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 | ANTIGUAN-BORN BUSINESS WOMAN IN GREAT COMPANY WITH THE FIRST LADYTuesday 3rd April 2012 Antiguan-born business woman, Colette Phillips, in great company with the First Lady Michelle Obama Read More
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 | ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA VOTED MOST ROMANTIC CARIBBEAN DESTINATIONMonday 2nd April 2012 Antigua and Barbuda has received yet another award in the weddings and honeymoon category. As the destination prepares to launch the sixth year of the June is Romance Month promotion, the destination has been voted Most Romantic Caribbean Destination in About.com's Romantic Reader’s Choice Award.
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 | WHALE WATCHING & DOLPHIN DAZESFriday 30th March 2012 'Tis the season: Whale and Dolphin Sightings around the island. Revival by the Sounds of Nature!
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 | ANTIGUA INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES SHOWCASED TO RUSSIAN BUSINESSMENThursday 22nd March 2012 Avenues of Investment in Antigua and Barbuda presented to Russian Business Men Read More
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| SERVICE EXCELLENCE AMONG KEY PRIORITY AREAS FOR THE MINISTRY OF TOURISM IN 2012Wednesday 21st March 2012 The Ministry of Tourism will be focusing its efforts on three core areas in 2012 with the intentions of reviving and sustaining the industry which is the life-blood of the nations economic activity.
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| ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA SHOWCASED AT SEATRADE CRUISE SHIPPING MIAMI THE WORLD’S LARGEST CRUISE INDUSTRY TRADESHOWFriday 16th March 2012 Antigua and Barbuda reinforced its position as a leading Caribbean cruise destination at Cruise Shipping Miami, where the countrys delegation, led by Tourism Minister Hon. John Maginley, held key meetings promoting cruise tourism in the twin-island destination. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA LAUDED FOR EXCELLENT SPORTS TOURISM OFFERINGFriday 16th March 2012 The members of the Kent Cricket Club are singing praises to the Sports Tourism Team who coordinated and executed the details of their training camp here in Antigua for the past week. Read More
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 | MARCH EDITION OF A & B BUZZ: CRUISE TOURISMThursday 15th March 2012 More than 700,000 visitors arrived in A & B via cruise lines in 2011, representing the lion share of arrivals to the destination, generating more than $860M in economic activity. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA & BARBUDA WELCOMES KENT CRICKET CLUBTuesday 13th March 2012 The Ministry of Tourism welcomes The Kent County Cricket Club to Antigua & Barbuda. Read More
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 | ‘GO GO’ AGENTS VISITS OUR SHORES...Monday 12th March 2012 Twenty (20) Go Go agents visited Antigua for a four (4) night familiarization trip over the weekend. Read More
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 | ELITE ISLAND RESORTS INTRODUCES NO CELL PHONE POLICY ON THE BEACHFriday 9th March 2012 Caribbean resorts banned holidaymakers from using mobile phones on their beaches in an attempt to maintain their tranquil setting. Read More
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 | ROYAL VISIT TO ANTIGUATuesday 6th March 2012 Take a look at some of the best photos of Prince Edward & Sophie's Royal visit to Antigua on the Diamond Jubilee of the reign of Queen Elizabeth II captured by Ted Martin. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA & BARBUDA SHINES AT MARTINIQUE TRAVEL TRADE SHOWMonday 5th March 2012 Antigua and Barbuda shines as the exclusive featured destination at the largest Travel and Trade show in the French West Indies. Read More
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 | LAUNCH OF ANTIGUA & BARBUDA TOURISM AUTHORITY LEAP YEAR PROMOTIONWednesday 29th February 2012 The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authoritys UK Office is launching an online and social media campaign offering females that propose to their partners this Leap Day, 29 February 2012, the chance to win a honeymoon in Antigua. Read More
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 | CONGRATULATIONS, A & B! MOST ROMANTIC CARIBBEAN ISLAND NOMINATIONS!!Monday 27th February 2012 The news is out Antigua & Barbuda is nominated for About.coms Most Romantic Caribbean Island! Read More
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 | WHITNEY HOUSTON’S SPECIAL A & B CONNECTION Friday 24th February 2012 And if somebody loves youwont they always love you?- Whitney Houston Read More
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 | ANTIGUA & BARBUDA AGRO-PRODUCTS, ARTS, CRAFTS SHOWCASE IN ST. CROIX AGRI-FESTMonday 20th February 2012 Agricultural Rainbow -Pot of Gold was the concept of the Antigua and Barbudas agro product displayed during the 41st annual Agri-Fest, which opened Saturday at the Rudolph Shulterbrant Grounds in St. Croix. Read More
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 | FREE ANTIGUA HONEYMOON COMPETITIONThursday 16th February 2012 Ladies Be Bold pop the question in the most creative way and you could win this fantastic dream honeymoon in the tropical twin-island paradise of Antigua and Barbuda. How could he say no! Read More
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 | CARICOM BUREAU OF HEADS OF GOVERNMENT MEETS WITH PRIME MINISTER SPENCERThursday 16th February 2012 Members of the Bureau of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community CARICOM, on Monday held discussions with Prime Minister of Antigua and Barbuda the Hon. W. Baldwin Spencer before departing on a two-day mission to Haiti. Read More
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 | FEBRUARY EDITION OF A & B BUZZ: LOVE TRAVEL AGENTSMonday 13th February 2012 Just in time for Valentines Day, Antigua & Barbudas North American Tourism offices have released the February issue of the A&B BUZZ, under the. theme, "Love Travel Agents. The issue aims to inspire, motivate and celebrate travel professionals, who generate a significant proportion of the destinations tourism business. Read More
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 | CARIBBEAN CRUISE SAYS THANK YOU! Friday 10th February 2012 I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your continued support of Cruise to Run Caribbean, that sailed on the Caribbean Princess from Jan 22-29 , visiting St. Thomas, Tortola, Antigua, Dominica and Barbados. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA SIGNS ALBA SPACE AGREEMENTTuesday 7th February 2012 Antigua and Barbuda supports agreement for the creation of an economic space among ALBA members Read More
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| ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA TOURISM SUMMIT "FORGING THE FUTURE OF TOURISM TOGETHER"Monday 6th February 2012 Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Summit "Forging the Future of Tourism Together" Read More
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| PM SPENCER TO SIGN DECLARATION OF COOPERATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE REGIONAL COUNCIL OF MARTINIQUE AND THE GOVERNMENT OF ANTIGUA AND BARBUDAThursday 2nd February 2012 Prime Minister, Dr. the Honourable W. Baldwin Spencer, left the country early Friday for Martinique for a series of meetings culminating in the signing of a bilateral cooperation agreement with that French Overseas Territory. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA "365 BEACHES"Wednesday 1st February 2012 Rhonda Thomas is a soul and jazz singer with Antiguan roots. She was commissioned by the Antigua and Barbuda Department of Tourism to create a jingle Read More
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 | A & B BUZZGRAM: LET'S STAY TOGETHER Tuesday 31st January 2012 GET COZY!! Upgrade from Inclement Weather to an Intimate Getaway. Read More
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 | PM SPENCER EXPRESSES SATISFACTION WITH OUTCOME OF SEVENTH UK-CARIBBEAN MINISTERIAL FORUMThursday 26th January 2012 Prime Minister of Antigua and Barbuda the Hon. W. Baldwin Spencer has expressed satisfaction with the outcome of the Seventh UK-Caribbean Ministerial Forum which concluded over the weekend in Grenada. Read More
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 | DESTINATION'S TOURISM PRESENCE REGIONALLY TO INCREASEFriday 20th January 2012 Viva Caribbean's Antigua & Barbuda episodes are scheduled to be aired within the second quarter of 2012. Read More
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 | JANUARY EDITION OF A & B BUZZ 2012Tuesday 17th January 2012 The Customer Service Issue. Read More
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 | ONDCP DIRECTOR TO RECEIVE FBI TRAINING Tuesday 17th January 2012 Prime Minister of Antigua and Barbuda the Hon. W. Baldwin Spencer has announced that Director of the Office of National Drug and Money Laundering Control Policy ONDCP, Lieutenant Colonel Edward Croft has been chosen to undergo a period of training with the United States Federal Bureau of Investigations FBI. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA& BARBUDA PROGRESSIVE SOCIETY UNVEILS OFFICIAL SIGN AND WELCOMES NEW MEMBERS Friday 13th January 2012 Antigua & Barbuda Progressive Society (ABPS)hosted a special Thanksgiving service and ceremony to induct six new members and unveil a new wall plaque. Read More
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 | AMBASSADOR UNDERWOOD TO HEAD REGIONAL PROJECTThursday 12th January 2012 Ambassador Joan Underwood holds the position of Regional Project Manager with the Caribbean Leadership Project (CLP). Read More
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 | PRINCE AND PRINCESS OF MONACO CALLS ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA A BEAUTIFUL PARADISE Wednesday 11th January 2012 The Sovereign Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene of Monaco have heaped praise on Antigua and Barbuda’s tourism product, calling Antigua and Barbuda a beautiful paradise. Read More
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 | THE FCCA & THE MINISTRY OF TOURISM SPREAD JOY THROUGHOUT THE SEASON...Tuesday 20th December 2011 The Ministry of Tourism has once again partnered with the Florida Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) for the annual gift giving program. Read More
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 | #6 BEST CARIBBEAN BEACHESFriday 16th December 2011 Check this out and vote for Antigua! Read More
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| TOURISM E-MAGAZINE LAUNCHES GOURMET ISSUEThursday 15th December 2011 Antigua and Barbuda's Tourism offices in North America have released the A&B Buzz Gourmet issue, just in time for the Christmas season, which is described as "the most flavourful time of year." Read More
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 | MINISTRY OF TOURISM HOSTS ANNUAL HOSPITALITY CAREER ROAD SHOW...Monday 12th December 2011 Tourism continues to hold its position as the fastest growing industry in the world. According to statistical data, the industry accounts for 10.7% of the world's GDP. Read More
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| REMOTE RADIO BROADCAST FROM ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA TO CONNECTICUTSunday 11th December 2011 Destination promotions in the US market intensify as Antigua and Barbuda became the set for a live two-day remote radio broadcast on the 195 Morning Show in Danbury Connecticut.
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| EMPLOYMENT OPP - MARKETING MANAGER WITH THE ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA TOURISM AUTHORITYFriday 9th December 2011 A fantastic opportunity to shape the marketing of Antigua and Barbuda. Read More
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| PM'S APPEAL TO LIAT PILOTSThursday 8th December 2011 Statement By The Hon. W Baldwin Spencer, Prime Minister of Antigua and Barbuda With Regard to the Industrial Action by LIALPA December 7, 2011
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 | MINISTRY OF TOURISM HOSTS ANNUAL HOSPITALITY CAREER ROAD SHOW...Wednesday 7th December 2011 Tourism continues to hold its position as the fastest growing industry in the world. Read More
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 | VOTE TODAY: 2ND ANNUAL CARIBBEAN TRAVEL & LEISURE’S READERS’ CHOICE AWARDS Wednesday 7th December 2011 Vote for Antigua, Antigua Hotels, Islands and Tours in them 2011 Best of the Readers Caribbean Choice Awards Read More
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 | DREADING OR DREAMING OF A WHITE CHRISTMAS?Friday 2nd December 2011 Happy Holidays from Antigua & Barbuda!
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 | ANTIGUA & BARBUDA’S BEST HOTELS ARE NAMED, RATED AND REVIEWED BY THE TELEGRAPHFriday 25th November 2011 The Telegraph has outlined Antigua & Barbudas top hotels and has rated them, reviewed them, and provided you with prices. Have a look at our top hotels, whether luxury or budget and decide for yourself which is the best! Read More
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 & Keri-Anne Bramble-Browne Outpatient Clinic Manager.JPG) | MSJMC OUTPATIENT CLINIC SURPRISES STAFF WITH APPRECIATION AWARDSThursday 24th November 2011 The staff of Mount St. Johns Medical Center (MSJMC) Outpatient Clinic gathered on Tuesday to appreciate the hard work of the staff and recognize its long-term employees. Read More
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| CABINET HONOURS SIR JAMES ALPHAEUS EMANUEL THOMAS, KCN, CMG WITH OFFICIAL FUNERALThursday 24th November 2011 Cabinet at its weekly session on Tuesday 22nd November decided that former High Commissioner to the United Kingdom Sir James Alphaeus Emanuel Bags Thomas, KCN, CMG would be accorded an Official Funeral. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA & BARBUDA PROMOTED ON FOX CONNECTICUTMonday 21st November 2011 On the heels of the launch of the new American Airlines non-stop service from New York's JFK to Antigua and Barbuda, the US Tourism team hit the road to continue intensive promotions of this new air service. Read More
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 | SEN. MALAKA PARKER REPRESENTS THE REGION AT INTERNATIONAL FORUM ON ICPD IN THAILANDThursday 17th November 2011 Senator Malaka Parker will lead a delegation of two young Parliamentarians. Read More
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 | DURAN DURAN TO RETURN TO ANTIGUATuesday 15th November 2011 While residents and visitors are still abuzz about the launch of Antigua and Barbudas first Film Festival, the famous group Duran Duran has announced plans to return to the island to conduct an extensive film shoot. Read More
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| A 20/20 MASTERS CRICKET FESTIVAL WITH A DIFFERENCEFriday 11th November 2011 In order to increase Sports Tourism on the Island, the Ministry of Tourism has partnered with
Richie Richardson Sports & Leisure along with Indigo Event Services to bring a 20/20 Masters Cricket Festival with a difference - combining cricket and music. Read More
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 | WOMEN DIVERS HALL OF FAME EVENT PROMOTES A & B Tuesday 8th November 2011 As the destination gears up for the winter season, the US Tourism Office continues to strengthen its partnership with the Women Divers Hall of Fame (WDHOF) to promote the destination at the annual Diving Equipment Manufactures Show (DEMA). Read More
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 | NOVEMBER EDITION OF A & B BUZZ - INDEPENDENCE 30 AND A LEGACY OF HOSPITALITYThursday 3rd November 2011 A & B Buzz November e-magazine is now available ... Read More
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| ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA ASSUMES CHAIRMANSHIP OF OAS COMMITTEE
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| HUMAN RIGHTS COUNCIL REPORT ON ANTIGUAThursday 13th October 2011 Draft report of the Antigua and Barbuda Working Group on the Universal Periodic Review Read More
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 | CRUISE CALLS TO ANTIGUA & BARBUDA SET TO RISE FOR NEW SEASONTuesday 11th October 2011 The last three weeks has seen cruise tourism officials closing off deals with cruise line executives to secure a solid cruise calendar for 2011/12 and beyond. Read More
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 | THE BUZZ LIST OF TOP 25 RESORT FEATURESMonday 10th October 2011 The 2011 BUZZ List identifies the Top 25 Resort Features in Antigua and Barbuda. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA & BARBUDA WINTER AIRLIFT SCHEDULE 2011/2012Friday 7th October 2011 Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority have put together a master schedule detailing flight details for all major international airline partners serving the destination this winter season. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA WELCOMES HUNDREDS OF TRAVEL AGENTSFriday 7th October 2011 Travel agents from critical US markets have been flocking Antigua by the hundreds to sample the destination as Sandals and the Ministry of Tourism join hands to promote the island ahead of the traditional peak winter season. Read More
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 | THE BUZZ LIST OF 25 TOP RESORT FEATURESThursday 6th October 2011 The North American Tourism offices have announced the first BUZZ List which identifies the Top 25 Hotel Features in Antigua and Barbuda. Read More
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 | ANTIGUAS AG ON HUMAN RIGHTSThursday 6th October 2011 GENEVA, Switzerland October 5, 2011... Antigua and Barbuda presented its Human Rights National Report to the Working Group of the Universal Periodic Review in Geneva on Tuesday morning. Read More
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 | OCTOBER EDITION OF THE A & B BUZZThursday 6th October 2011 A & B Buzz October e-magazine is now available ... Read More
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| MINISTRY TOURISM AGROTOURISM INITIATIVE...Friday 30th September 2011 The Ministry of Tourism has joined with the Gilbert Agriculture & Rural Development Centre (GARDC) who is the local partner for the Technical Centre for Agricultural and Rural Co-operation((CTA) in their initiative to develop information management and partnership strategies needed for policy formulation and implementation. Read More
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 | YOUNG ANTIGUAN SECURES POSITION AT THE UNITED NATIONSThursday 29th September 2011 A young Antiguan has received an opportunity of a lifetime: the chance to work for the United Nations. Read More
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 | A & B PROMOTED AT CULTURAL LANDMARKTuesday 27th September 2011 (September 27, 2011 - New York, NY) In observance of World Tourism Day, under the theme "Tourism Linking Cultures", Antigua and Barbuda partnered with Riverside Theatre, a legendary Harlem landmark, renowned for cultural performing arts. Read More
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 | CELEBRATE WORLD TOURISM DAY TODAYTuesday 27th September 2011 World Tourism Day (WTD) 2011 is being celebrated around the world today, under the theme Tourism Linking Cultures. Read More
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 | RECIPIENTS OF THE SECOND PHASE OF THE WINSTON WILLIAMS JR. SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS ANNOUNCEDMonday 26th September 2011 As promised in the September 6th presentation of the recipients of the Winston Williams Jr. Scholarship Awards tenable at the Antigua and Barbuda Institute of Hospitality and Tourism Institute, the second group of scholarship recipients were presented to the public on the Good Morning Antigua/Barbuda Show on ABS TV during its broadcast on Tuesday September 20, 2011. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA RECOGNIZES PALESTINE AS AN INDEPENDENT SOVEREIGN STATEFriday 23rd September 2011 Prime Minister of Antigua and Barbuda the Hon. W. Baldwin Spencer on Wednesday announced that his government has formally recognized the State of Palestine as an independent sovereign State. Read More
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 | ANTIGUAN PLACES THIRD AT CTO TOURISM YOUTH CONGRESSFriday 23rd September 2011 Cassandra Vital, Antigua and Barbuda's Junior Minister of Tourism, 2011/2012, placed third in the CTO Youth Congress held at the Caribbean Tourism Organisation's (CTO) First State of the Industry Conference in St. Martin, last week, and for her achievement, received a computer laptop and a cash award. Read More
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 | NATIONAL CAMPAIGN LAUNCHED IN UK AHEAD OF ANTIGUA SAILING WEEKWednesday 21st September 2011 Antigua and Barbudas UK Tourist office has teamed up with Musto, the worlds number one sailing clothing brand, to highlight Antigua and Barbudas world class sailing product, and attract sailing enthusiasts to the destination. Read More
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| BRITISH AIRWAYS INCREASES FLIGHTS TO ANTIGUA & BARBUDAWednesday 21st September 2011 British Airways has announced an increase in flights to Antigua & Barbuda. The positive news comes at a time when the airline has been cutting back on flights to the Caribbean. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA & BARBUDA FEATURED PROMINENTLY ON NBC TV6 IN MIAMIMonday 19th September 2011 The Honourable John Maginley and a team from the Antigua & Barbuda Tourism Authority attended the popular Go NBC Travel Expo held at the Aventura Mall in Miami over the weekend. Read More
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 | AUGUST EDITION OF THE A & B BUZZ Wednesday 14th September 2011 A & B Buzz August e-magazine is now available ...
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.jpg) | STATEMENT BY THE MINISTER OF FINANCE, ECONOMY AND PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION Tuesday 13th September 2011 Antigua and Barbudas legal and regulatory framework reviewed by the peer group of the organization for economic co-operation and development (OECD)
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 | OPPORTUNITY FOR ENERGY ENTERPRENEURSSunday 11th September 2011 The Energy Desk in the Office of the Prime Minister is collaborating with the CARICOM Secretariat in sourcing financing for renewable energy, RE projects within Antigua and Barbuda and the region. Read More
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 | NEW APPOINTMENT SYSTEM AT THE IMMIGRATION DEPARTMENT Thursday 8th September 2011 The Department of Immigration Services will introduce new procedures for setting appointments, which will take effect from 15th September 2011. Read More
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| CASSANDRA VITAL NAMED JUNIOR MINISTER OF TOURISMMonday 5th September 2011 Cassandra Vital, a 5th form student of Christ the King High School won the title Antigua Barbuda Junior Minister of Tourism, 2011/2012. Read More
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 | MINISTER HOSTS MEETING WITH TOURISM STAKEHOLDERS...Monday 5th September 2011 The Hon. John Maginley, Minister of Tourism Civil Aviation & Culture held a meeting with officials from the Antigua & Barbuda Transport Board and Tour Companies to continue discussions on ways to improve our tourism product.
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 | TOURISM PRODUCT EXPERIENCE FOR JR. MINISTER OF TOURISM HOPEFULSWednesday 31st August 2011 The six young persons who will vie for the title Junior Minister of Tourism, 2011/2012 at an event to be held this coming Friday, were today taken on a Safari Adventure Tour compliments Tropical Adventure. Read More
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 | TOURISM MINISTER MEETS WITH CRUISE TOURISM ASSOCIATION & TOUR OPERATORS...Tuesday 9th August 2011 The Hon. John Maginley, Minister of Tourism, Civil Aviation and Culture met with the Antigua & Barbuda Cruise Tourism Association & Tour Operators on Thursday August 4, for a meeting at the Ministry of Tourism on Queen Elizabeth Highway Read More
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 | YOUTH INVITED TO VIE FOR THE TITLE OF ANTIGUA & BARBUDA’S JUNIOR MINISTER OF TOURISM, 201/2012.Wednesday 27th July 2011 A special invitation is extended to students between the ages of 14 and 17 to participate in a training exercise which will lead to the selection of Antigua & Barbudas Junior Minister of Tourism, 2011/2012 Read More
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 | ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA A & B BUZZ - JULY ISSUETuesday 26th July 2011 A & B Buzz July e-magazine is now available ... Read More
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 | HEROES MUSIC FESTIVAL HONOURS THE PAST, BRINGS HOPE FOR THE FUTUREFriday 22nd July 2011 Amid a light-hearted atmosphere and sombre reflections with the hope for sustainability Antigua and Barbuda’s first-ever Heroes Music Festival, the brainchild of popular entertainer and promoter, Lester “Sober Silk” Buffong (formerly Daddy Silk), was launched Monday night at the Jolly Beach Resort. Read More
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 | AIR BERLIN BEGINS SAME DAY SERVICE TO ANTIGUA FROM GERMANY...Thursday 21st July 2011 The Hon. John Maginley, Minister of Tourism, Civil Aviation and Culture and The Antigua & Barbuda Tourism Authority (ABTA) through negotiations with German Airline, Air Berlin announces a code - share agreement between Air Berlin PLC & Co. Read More
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| SCOUTING FOR ANTIGUA BARBUDA'S JUNIOR MINISTER OF TOURISM, 2011/2012Wednesday 20th July 2011 Plans are in place for the selection of a student to be appointed as Antigua & Barbuda's Junior Minister of Tourism 2011/2012, to represent the country at the upcoming Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) Tourism Youth Congress. Read More
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 | NAMING OF BEACH TO HONOUR PRINCESS DIANA REUNITES BARBUDANS Tuesday 5th July 2011 The island of Barbuda is now home to an international landmark, Diana, Princess of Wales, Beach. Read More
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 | DESTINATION WEDDING SPOTLIGHTS VERSATILITY AND DIVERSE OFFERINGSMonday 4th July 2011 Love was in the air, at the Blue Waters Resort last Saturday, the venue of the second destination wedding, staged as part of the 2011 Destination Romance promotions. Read More
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 | GREAT CRICKET AND AN ANTIGUA HOLIDAY, IMPRESSIVE!Monday 4th July 2011 Cricket-fans got more than they bargained for when images of carnival dancers and stilt-walkers, waving Antigua and Barbuda flags, swept across their television screens during a cricket match in the United Kingdom Read More
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 | NAMING OF PRINCESS DIANA BEACH WILL SEND GLOBAL MESSAGEFriday 1st July 2011 Barbudan officials have announced that plans have been finalized for the official naming of Princess Diana Beach. Read More
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 | 2011 (WHA) TIP REPORT HEROES - SHEILA ROSEAUThursday 30th June 2011 Sheila Roseau accepts award from US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton. Read More
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 | DESTINATION WEDDING FEATURES DESTINATIONMonday 27th June 2011 Promotions for June is Romance Month will end on a high note this year with Antigua and Barbuda scoring a top designation from BRIDES Magazine and the launch of the Barbuda Moons Romance Package Read More
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 | TOURISM MINISTER MEETS WITH AHTA MEMBERSFriday 17th June 2011 On Wednesday, June 15th, 2011 the Hon. John Maginley, Minister of Tourism, Civil Aviation & Culture met with members of the Antigua Hotel & Tourist Association (AHTA) at the �Warri Pier� Rex Halcyon Resort. Read More
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 | UK TOURIST OFFICE TARGETS LUXURY MARKET TO FURTHER GROWTHWednesday 15th June 2011 The luxury accommodation sector in Antigua and Barbuda will receive a extra boost, as the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority’s UK Office directs a portion of its marketing activities towards the luxury holiday market. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA RANKED AS TOP CARIBBEAN HONEYMOON SPOTTuesday 14th June 2011 As the destination celebrates the fifth year of the June is Romance Month promotion, BRIDES Magazine has ranked Antigua and Barbuda among the top 10 Honeymoon Destinations in the Caribbean. Read More
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 | MINISTRY OF TOURISM SERVICE EXCELLENCE TRAINING AWARD CEREMONYTuesday 14th June 2011 2011 the Ministry of Tourism hosted a Celebration Ceremony at the Catamaran Hotel to applaud and celebrate the success of 16 Guest Room Attendants who now join the ranks of certified hospitality industry employees in Antigua and Barbuda Read More
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 | JUNE NEWSLETTER - SPECIAL ROMANCE ISSUEFriday 10th June 2011 Happy Romance Month! Just yesterday, Brides Magazine ranked Antigua and Barbuda among the top 10 Honeymoon Destinations in the Caribbean. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA & BARBUDA TO GAIN MORE TOURISM COVERAGE REGIONALLYWednesday 1st June 2011 The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority (ABTA) hosted a film production crew from the popular Lifestyle and Travel programme, Caribbean Passport, during the country's 44th Annual Antigua Sailing Week Read More
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 | NBA PLAYER EXPERIENCES LOVE AND BASKETBALLTuesday 31st May 2011 Antigua prepares to celebrate June as The Month of Romance, the US Tourism team has intensified its promotional programs throughout the month, aimed at elevating Antigua and Barbudas profile as a premier romance destination. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA PROMOTED AT SUMMER SUNFEST IN CONNECTICUTWednesday 25th May 2011 Antigua and Barbuda received significant exposure via several media outlets throughout the state of Connecticut last weekend Read More
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 | TRAVEL TO ANTIGUA: A SMART CHOICEFriday 20th May 2011 Last year, a friend in New Jersey asked where she should go for a quick Caribbean getaway with one of her girlfriends. Read More
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 | BARBUDA TO BROADWAYMonday 9th May 2011 As Antigua and Barbuda continues to position for projected growth in the wedding and honeymoon market worldwide, Barbudan descendant and Broadway performer, Tracee Beazer, returned to her roots to stage her dream wedding. Read More
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 | ROYAL CHAMPAGNE TEA PARTYTuesday 3rd May 2011 Royal Wedding Watch Event Features The Destination Read More
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 | TOUR OPERATORS RECEIVE AWARD!Tuesday 26th April 2011 Today, the Princess Cruise Line awarded two of our most outstanding tour operators within Antigua and Barbuda; for their commitment to Service Excellence. Sting Ray City received the award for the High Volume Tours while Tropical Adventures se-cured the award for the Low Volume Tours. Read More
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 | BARBUDA COUNCIL NAMES BEACH IN HONOUR OF PRINCESS DIANAWednesday 20th April 2011 Codrington Barbuda, April 19, 2011The world will soon discover one of the Caribbeans best kept secrets -- The Barbuda Council announces that the stretch along the islands unbroken miles of beach will be named to honor the memory of Princess Diana, who visited this unspoiled paradise on at least four occasions. Read More
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 | MINISTER MEETS WITH CCECC DELEGATIONTuesday 12th April 2011 The Hon. John Maginley, Minister of Tourism, Civil Aviation & Culture, met today, 11th April, with the members of the China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC) and other officials for a short meeting at the Ministry of Tourism office on Queen Elizabeth Highway. Read More
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 | MODEL BOAT RACE 2011 IS HERE!Friday 8th April 2011 The Ministry of Tourism's 15th Annual Model Boat race takes place this weekend Sunday, April 10th 2011, at the old premises of Archie's Fish House in Falmouth Harbour. Coordinator of the event, Mr. Gerry Daniel, Yachting Liaison Officer within the Ministry of Tourism says that this year's competition is deemed to be fierce. Read More
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 | ESSEX DOES CRICKET, THE ANTIGUAN WAYFriday 8th April 2011 Its a match made in heaven pronounced Minister of Tourism John Maginley as Antigua and Barbuda signed on as the Official Partner of Essex Cricket. Read More
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 | MINISTER MEETS WITH CRUISE SHIP EXECUTIVEFriday 8th April 2011 The Hon. John Maginley Minister of Tourism, Civil Aviation and Culture had a courtesy call today, Friday, 1 April 2011, from Mr. Maurice M. Zarmati, President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Costa Cruise Lines Inc. Costas Vessels has Antigua and Barbuda as one of the premier destinations on their port of call itinerary. Read More
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 | A & B BUZZ IS BACKThursday 7th April 2011 We are pleased to announce that the A & B Buzz is Back! After a year long hiatus, this e-Newsletter has been revamped to meet the needs of our valued "travel forward" partners. Read More
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 | HOTELS FRONT DESK EMPLOYEES BEGIN 4-WEEK PRACTICUM IN PURSUIT OF GLOBAL CERTIFICATIONWednesday 6th April 2011 Eighteen (18) Front Desk Representatives commenced a four-week practicum on the job exercise last week. Read More
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.jpg) | ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA TO BENEFIT FROM INCREASED FLIGHTS FROM ITALYTuesday 5th April 2011 Antiguas popularity in the Italian market continues to grow. The strong growth in visitor arrivals from that country has led to Italian charter Blue Panorama agreeing to extend their weekly service to the destination. Read More
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 | STUDENTS INVITED TO PARTICIPATE IN ANNUAL FCCA FOUNDATION ESSAY CONTESTTuesday 5th April 2011 Students invited to participate in Annual FCCA Primary and Secondary school students in Antigua and Barbuda are invited to share their thoughts on the tourism industry and show-case their creative writing skills, for a chance to win the 2011 Florida Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) Childrens Essay Contest Read More
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| ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA TARGETS SKIERS AT VERMONT REGGAEFEST Monday 28th March 2011 US Tourism Team Entices Skiers at the End of the Winter Season Read More
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 | ANTIGUA “A-LIST” INCENTIVE REAPS BIG REWARDSTuesday 22nd March 2011 A UK travel agent who made a whooping incentive travel booking to Antigua valued at over 70,000 has become the first agent to make it onto Antiguas exclusive A-List. Read More
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 | MINISTRY TOURISM SERVICE EXCELLENCE INITIATIVE CONTINUESTuesday 22nd March 2011 March 21st, 2011, brought together eighteen (18) front desk representatives from a wide cross-section of hotels on the island for a Hospitality Skills Certification (HSC) Training Programme Read More
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| ACTOR LEAVES MARK IN ANTIGUA AND BARBUDAMonday 21st March 2011 US actor Anthony Mackie trekked to Mount Obama today as part of a cultural expedition designed to bring worldwide recognition to Antigua and Barbuda through the unearthing of modern, historical and cultural attractions that are rooted in African traditions and customs. Read More
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 | ON-GOING TOURISM TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION PROGRAMME TARGETS FRONT DESK REPRESENTATIVESFriday 18th March 2011 March 21 25 (2011) will bring together nineteen (19) front desk representatives from a wide cross-section of hotels on the island for a Hospitality Skills Certification (HSC) Training Programme. Read More
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 | ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA WELCOMES BENJAMIN MCDONALDWednesday 16th March 2011 On Tuesday 15th March, 2011 Antigua and Barbuda welcomed Mr. Benjamin Mc Donald of Canada, the recent winner of the Caribbean Tourism Organisation Youth Essay Writing Contest and who was awarded a three day prize trip to Antigua and Barbuda. Benjamin was escorted by his mother Mrs. Kathy Paris Mc Donald. Read More
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| TOURISM'S DYNAMIC DUO!Wednesday 2nd March 2011 Antigua and Barbuda received significant exposure last weekend, at The Caribbean Bridal and Marketplace Expo in San Juan Puerto Rico. Read More
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| UK SUMMER ARRIVES EARLY WITH LAUNCH OF SUMMER GOLD 2011 Thursday 24th February 2011 February 24, 2011 (United Kingdom) - The UK should expect lots of sunshine and warm weather this spring, when the Antigua and Barbuda UK Tourist Office, launches the 2011 Summer Gold Discount Card, with a hot summer-themed soiree. Read More
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| MINISTRY OF TOURISM UNDERTAKING A MAJOR REBRANDING OF OUR TOURISM PRODUCTWednesday 23rd February 2011 The World Travel and Tourism Council forecasts that the global travel and tourism economy will grow by 4.5 percent per year and will create an additional 66 million jobs by 2020, in spite of current economic conditions. Notwithstanding the many challenges confronting the industry, tourism remains Antigua and Barbuda’s main engine of economic growth. Therefore, it is important to seek new and dynamic ways of enhancing its further growth and development.
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| ANTIGUA & BARBUDA HONOURS SIXTY YEARS OF SERVICE TO TOURISM Monday 7th February 2011 Madeline Blackman & Dr. Giersch presented with retirement gifts from The Antigua & Barbuda Tourism Authority, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and a special gift basket from Rosie McMaster; proprietor of Susies Hot Sauce. Read More
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| CRUISE TO RUN SAYS "THANK YOU"Friday 4th February 2011 We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your tremendous support of Cruise To Run Caribbean 2011 which sailed to the islands on the Caribbean Princess from January 23rd to 30th,visiting St. Thomas, Tortola, Antigua, St. Lucia and Barbados. Read More
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| TOURISM FORUM TARGETS GRADUATES OF THE CAPACITY BUILDING PROJECTMonday 31st January 2011 Dozens of hotel industry stakeholders are expected to come together this Thursday, February 3rd in a Tourism Training Capacity Building FORUM at the Multi-Purpose Cultural Centre. Read More
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| ANTIGUA & BARBUDA TO BE FEATURED ON SPORTS FISHING TVThursday 27th January 2011 Antigua & Barbuda will once again be featured in an episode of Sports Fishing TV. Read More
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| MINISTRY OF TOURISM OFFERS TOURISM TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION PROGRAMMESWednesday 26th January 2011 The Ministry of Tourism is gearing up to conduct a series of training activities under the Organization of American States (OAS) sponsored Capacity Building: Tourism Training and Certification Project (2008/2011). Read More
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| BRITISH AIRWAYS OFFICIALS REPORTED GOOD NEWS FOR ANTIGUA & BARBUDA AT CARIBBEAN MARKETPLACE Wednesday 26th January 2011 26th January 2011 Antigua & Barbuda ranked among the top 10 of all long haul routes and was the only Caribbean destination to be included in the top 10 routes for British Airways Club World travellers in their Jan 2011 promotion. Read More
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| CRUISE TO RUN BRINGS BOOKSTuesday 25th January 2011 Its that time again! Tomorrow, Wednesday, 26th January, Princess Cruise Lines' Caribbean Princess will dock in St. John's harbour. Read More
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| TOURISM CADETS SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETE INTERNSHIPMonday 17th January 2011 Several Graduates of the 2010 Antigua Barbuda Tourism Cadet Corps Programme successfully completed internship at some of the islands most established hotels. Read More
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| JLS STAR TAKES A BREAK IN ANTIGUA & BARBUDAWednesday 29th December 2010 Jonathan JB Gill of British pop sensation JLS arrived in Antigua on Christmas Eve for a one week vacation. Read More
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| ANTIGUA & BARBUDA WELCOMES NEW WEEKLY CHARTER FLIGHT FROM ITALYTuesday 21st December 2010 Blue Panorama; an Italian Airline made its inaugural flight into V.C. Bird International Airport, Antigua early this morning. The weekly charter flight which originates in Milan provides airlift to Antigua for the steadily growing Italian visitor market. Read More
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| CARIBBEAN AIRLINES FLIGHT 429 TOUCHES DOWN IN ANTIGUAFriday 17th December 2010 A short welcome ceremony was held at the VC Bird International Airport yesterday evening to mark the arrival of the much anticipated inaugural Caribbean Airlines flight 429 from New York. The non-stop flight was greeted by a high powered delegation headed by the Honourable Prime Minister, Dr. Hon. Baldwin Spencer. Read More
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| FCCA’S ENVIRONMENTAL POSTER COMPETITIONWednesday 15th December 2010 The Ministry of Tourism is inviting all grade and primary school students to participate in the FCCAs Environmental Poster Competition. Read More
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| FCCA CHILDREN'S ENVIRONMENTAL POSTER CONTEST Tuesday 14th December 2010 Call for Entries 2011 FCCA Childrens Environmental Poster Contest
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| CARIBBEAN AIRLINES RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONIES AT JFK AIRPORTTuesday 14th December 2010 Getting to Antigua and Barbuda just got easier! Visitors to the twin island destination now have another convenient non-stop option from New York on Caribbean Airlines. Read More
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| COUNTDOWN TO THE LAUNCH OF CARIBBEAN AIRLINES NONSTOP FROM JFKFriday 10th December 2010 Final preparations for the launch of the new Caribbean Airlines from JFK to Antigua and Barbuda on December 14 are in full gear. The non-stop service which will run on Tuesdays and Fridays, will originate from Port of Spain to V.C. Bird International Airport with return service from New Yorks JFK. Read More
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| TOURISM OFFICIALS WELCOME JET BLUE EXECUTIVES TO ANTIGUA & BARBUDAThursday 9th December 2010 Minister of Tourism, Culture & Civil Aviation, the Hon. John Maginley and other tourism officials were at the VC Bird International Airport on Wednesday 8th December 2010 to welcome senior executives from Jet Blue Airlines who arrived in Antigua for a short familiarization visit. Read More
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| STRUCTURAL CHANGES IN EUROPEAN TOURIST OFFICESTuesday 7th December 2010 The office in Italy, which was headed by Miss Yvonne Fisher, will also be closed with responsibilities re-aligned to the UK office as part of the restructure. These changes take effect from 1 January 2011.
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| LAUNCH OF RICHIE RICHARDSON CRICKET ACADEMYFriday 12th November 2010 Richie Richardson launches the RICHIE RICHARDSON CRICKET ACADEMY at the World Travel Market Read More
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| ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA OFF TO A FLYING START AT WTMTuesday 9th November 2010 Minister of Tourism, The Honourable John Maginley is describing the first two days of World Travel Market as very productive with the 2011 outlook for Antigua and Barbuda being significantly better than last year. Read More
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| ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA TOURISM OFFICIALS MEET AT WORLD TRAVEL MARKET TO PLAN 2010/2011 SEASONMonday 8th November 2010 Antigua and Barbuda will have a major presence at this years World Travel Market, the worlds leading travel trade exhibition being held in London from November 8 November 11.
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| OFFICIAL STATEMENT FROM THE HON. JOHN MAGINLEY COMMEMORATING CARIBBEAN TOURISM DAYTuesday 2nd November 2010 President, Luiz Incio Lula da Silva, of Brazil, at the Latin America and Caribbean Youth Leadership Summit in Brazil in 2005 said We know that humankind always pursues the future with hope. And the most illuminated window that moves us forward is the youth." Read More
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| ANTIGUA & BARBUDA WINS 3 MAJOR TOURISM MEDIA AWARDSTuesday 2nd November 2010 Antigua and Barbuda takes the lion share of Media Awards at the Caribbean Tourism Organisations (CTO) Caribbean Week in Toronto, Canada and announces additional airlift for the destination. Read More
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| ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA TO CELEBRATE CARIBBEAN TOURISM DAY ON NOVEMBER 2NDThursday 28th October 2010 Antigua and Barbuda will join its fellow member states of the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) to celebrate Caribbean Tourism Day on November 2nd 2010. Read More
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| ASW FEATURED IN WATERPROOF LUXURY MAGAZINEWednesday 27th October 2010 Antigua and Barbudas Sailing Week Regatta is being featured in AQUACabana, the worlds first waterproof and tree free luxury magazine. Read More
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| TOURISM AUTHORITY ENCOURAGES GREATER VISITOR AWARENESS FOR UPCOMING SEASONFriday 22nd October 2010 Tourism Authority Encourages Greater Visitor Awareness For Upcoming Season Read More
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| TOURISM OFFICIALS OPTIMISTIC ABOUT VISITOR ARRIVALS FROM NORTH AMERICAThursday 14th October 2010 ) As the US economy continues to show signs of recovery, with rising stock prices and stronger earnings on Wall Street, analysts are predicting a resurgence in international travel this winter. The Ministry of Tourism is fairly optimistic about the prospects for increased visitor arrivals to Antigua and Barbuda, with a projected increase in air capacity and airlift options from the United States and Canada. Read More
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| GROWTH IN VISITORS FROM UK LEADS TO INCREASED FLIGHTS TO ANTIGUA & BARBUDATuesday 5th October 2010 From 26th October, 2010 British Airways will once again commence daily flights from London to Antigua; an increase from the current schedule of 5 flights per week to 7 flights per week. Read More
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| THE NATIONAL WEDDING SHOWMonday 4th October 2010 The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority will be exhibiting at the National Wedding Show at the NEC in Birmingham from October 8 - 10 along with Jolly Beach Resort and Spa, Antigua. Read More
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| UNIQUE PROPERTY OWNERS THE FOCUS OF MARKETING MEETING ORGANIZED BY THE MINISTRY OF TOURISMFriday 1st October 2010 Members of the Unique Properties grouping consisting of properties built under the Cricket World Cup Incentives Act were yesterday (Wednesday) the focus of a marketing presentation delivered by Mr. John Arindell, Managing Director of the Jolly Beach Hotel and Mrs. Patrice Christian-Simon, Director of marketing and promotions and the aforementioned property. Read More
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| UK TOURIST OFFICE HOLDS WINTER FAM TRIPSThursday 30th September 2010 With the winter season approaching, the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authoritys UK Office, has organised a series of familiarisation trips Read More
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| MINISTRY OF TOURISM HAS LAUNCHED 2010 STAYCATION SURVEYWednesday 29th September 2010 Take the survey and help the ministry plan for 2011. Read More
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| ISLANDERS JOIN IN INTERNATIONAL COASTAL CLEAN-UP OUTREACH Tuesday 28th September 2010 The islands of Antigua and Barbuda celebrated International Coastal Clean-Up Day with Minister of Tourism, the Honorable John Maginley and music icon Kathy Sledge, principal singer of the group Sister Sledge and a frequent visitor to the destination, leading citizens in both the clean up and a tree planting initiative.
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| OFFICIAL REMARKS BY THE HON. JOHN MAGINLEY Monday 27th September 2010 Official Remarks by the Hon. John Maginley Minister of Tourism on the occasion of World Tourism Day 2010 Read More
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| SMALL HOTELS FEATURED IN TELEVISION SERIES PRODUCED BY THE MINISTRY OF TOURISMMonday 27th September 2010 Episode 1 of Know your ProductAntiguas Unique Properties will feature Blue Heaven Villas, The Valley Creek Hotel, Sunrise View Antigua, Four Pillas Villas, and the Island Fantasy Apartments.
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| JOINT STATEMENT ON BEHALF 0F THE MINISTRY OF TOURISM AND THE ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA CRUISE TOURISM ASSOCIATION. Friday 24th September 2010 A special meeting to plan the way forward for the growth of the cruise sector was held at the Ministry of Tourism Conference Room on Wednesday 15th September, 2010 at 5:00 p.m. Read More
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| ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA AIRPORT AUTHORITY CONCLUDES TABLE TOP DRILL 2010Thursday 23rd September 2010 The Antigua and Barbuda Airport Authority (ABAA) yesterday held a table top drill with key stakeholders in an attempt to further improve emergency mobilization and response in any such eventualities.
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| ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA TO CELEBRATE WORLD TOURISM DAYWednesday 22nd September 2010 Antigua and Barbuda will join the rest of the world in celebrating World Tourism Day (WTD), on Monday September 27, 2010. WTD is being held this year under the theme Tourism and Biodiversity`, in support of the United Nations International Year of Biodiversity. Read More
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| TOURISM MINISTER IN DISCUSSIONS TO INCREASE AIRLIFT TO ANTIGUA & BARBUDA Monday 20th September 2010 Discussions regarding two additional non-stop flights per week to New York commencing in November 2010. Read More
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| TOURISM MINISTER BEGINS 2011 ANTIGUA SAILING WEEK CONSULTATIONS WITH EXECUTIVE PLANNING COMMITTEEFriday 17th September 2010 Plans are already being conceptualized for the hosting of Antigua and Barbudas Premier Sailing Event; Antigua Sailing Week 2011. Read More
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| SMALL HOTELS TO GET GREATER EXPOSURE IN THE UKWednesday 15th September 2010 As part of an ongoing initiative to increase occupancy rates for the smaller hotel properties in Antigua & Barbuda, the UK Office of the Antigua & Barbuda Tourism Authority is hosting two representatives from UK consulting firm PL Consulting. PL Consulting has considerable experience of marketing small properties to the UK market and currently represents Intimate Hotels of Barbados in the UK market. Read More
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| TOURISM MINISTER ENDORSES NATIONAL CULINARY TEAMTuesday 7th September 2010 Minister of Tourism John Maginley has emphasised the significant role of the Taste of the Caribbean Culinary Festival in the continued promotion of our countrys culture, exposure of our culinary talents and the development of professional standards. Read More
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| ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA PROMISES SUNSHINE AND CRICKET LOVELY CRICKET!Thursday 26th August 2010 UK Listeners tuning in to their favourite radio stations during one of Englands rainiest weeks were greeted with talks of sunny weather, 365 white sandy beaches and the newest event on Antigua and Barbudas calendar of events, the Antigua and Barbuda Cricket Fest. Read More
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| VISITORS ARRIVALS FROM THE UK CONTINUE TO GROWThursday 26th August 2010 The latest provisional land based visitor arrival figures indicate a rise in visitor arrivals from the UK. The figures for June 2010 recorded a 16.6% increase compared to the same period last year. This jump represents the biggest increase from the UK market this year. Read More
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| “NOBODY HOLD US”: SAY UK JOURNALISTS “STILL JAMMING” AFTER SUMMER TRIP TO ANTIGUAThursday 12th August 2010 UK journalists who visited Antigua during the summer returned from their trip more than able to confirm that in Antigua and Barbuda, the beach really is just the beginning. Read More
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| THE ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA TOURISM AUTHORITY’S UK OFFICE WILL RELOCATETuesday 27th July 2010 This is to advise that as of Wednesday August 4th, The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authoritys UK office will relocate. Read More
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| MOUNT OBAMA LOGO COMPETITIONTuesday 20th July 2010 The Mount Obama Committee wishes to announce its Logo Competition for the Mount Obama National Park. Read More
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| ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA PLANTING TREES OF LOVETuesday 20th July 2010 Malik Yoba, Faith Evans and Ginuwine Support the Eco Tourism Effort Read More
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| JUNE AMBROSE ON LUXURY TRAVEL & ANTIGUAWednesday 14th July 2010 Fashion stylist June Ambrose is spreading her
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| ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA SCORE 100 WITH TRAVEL AGENTSWednesday 14th July 2010 Travel Agent Boot Camp Program Offers One-Of-A-Kind Product Experiences Read More
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| VISITOR ARRIVALS ON THE INCREASE FOR ANTIGUA & BARBUDAThursday 1st July 2010 Tourism officials are reporting that for the first time since the start of the global financial crisis in 2008 visitor arrivals from all major source markets are showing positive growth. Read More
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| UK AGENTS HAVE JOLLY TIME IN ANTIGUATuesday 29th June 2010 Eight UK travel agents participated in a familiarization trip (FAM) to Antigua and Barbuda last week, where they spent seven days, experiencing on-island tours, and conducting hotel inspections. Read More
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| WINNERS OF GERMAN TRAVEL AGENT E-LEARNING PROGRAMME Monday 14th June 2010 visit Antigua and Barbuda. Read More
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| DAME YVONNE MAGINLEY RECIEVES CTO LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARDMonday 14th June 2010 Recognised by the Caribbean Tourism Organization for her outstanding contribution to the development of tourism in the Caribbean. Read More
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| FIND GOLD IN ANTIGUA THIS SUMMERWednesday 9th June 2010 Taking a vacation can be an expensive decision for you, especially if you have a family to pay for. Read More
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| ESSAY CONTEST ON TOURISMTuesday 8th June 2010 Time ticks down for primary and secondary schools to submit their winning entries for the 2009 FCCA Foundation Childrens Essay Contest.. Read More
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| ROMANCE WEEKEND ANNOUNCEDThursday 3rd June 2010 Ministry of Tourism announces Romance Weekend 2010 at Sugar Ridge Hotel Read More
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| ANTIGUA SUMMER GOLD CARD - GET YOURS NOWFriday 21st May 2010 The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority has launched the brand new Summer Gold card, offering holidaymakers fantastic savings and great value added deals between June and September this year. Read More
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| DAME YVONNE MAGINLEY DCN, CMG, OBE, OD RECOGNISED FOR OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTION TO TOURISM.Friday 21st May 2010 Dame Yvonne has been awarded the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award which is bestowed on high performance individuals who have truly made a difference in the Region by empowering individuals and providing a legacy for future generations. Read More
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| ANTIGUA SUMMER GOLD LAUNCHESFriday 21st May 2010 The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authoritys UK Office launched a Summer Gold card, offering visitors to the destination fantastic savings between June and September this year.
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| ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA TOURISM DELEGATION ATTENDS CHINA’S LARGEST OUTBOUND TOURISM AND TRAVEL MARKET IN BEIJINGThursday 29th April 2010 Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Officials participated in another successful showcasing of the destination, this time in Beijing China, during the China Outbound Tourism & Travel Market (COTTM). COTTM, Chinas leading travel and trade show, is being held at the China World Trade Center from April 27 30th. Read More
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| ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA ANNOUNCES PR APPOINTMENT TO STRENGTHEN AWARENESS IN UK MARKETMonday 26th April 2010 The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority announces the appointment of First Public Relations Limited (FPR), the leading destination specialist consultancy, tasked with raising brand awareness of Antigua and Barbuda in UK and Ireland. Read More
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| ANTIGUA & BARBUDA FRENCH WEBSITEFriday 9th April 2010 The Paris office of the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority have today launched the official web portal for Antigua and Barbuda in French. Check out the new website at www.antigua-barbuda.fr/portal
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| NORTH AMERICA #1 FOR STAY OVER VISITORSThursday 8th April 2010 The Tourism Authority see positive growth in stay over arrivals for the first quarter of 2010. Read More
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| ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA CONCLUDE ITB 2010 MEETINGSMonday 15th March 2010 Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Delegation attends worlds largest travel and trade show for the 27th Consecutive time Read More
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| ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA SUMMER GOLD - UK SUMMER PROMOTION PLANFriday 26th February 2010 Office would like to extend to all Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Partners, the opportunity to have their summer offers included as part of our Antigua and Barbuda Summer Gold UK Promotion targeting persons travelling from June 1 September 30 2010 Read More
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| ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA DOUBLES ITS AIRLIFT FROM THE ITALIAN MARKETThursday 18th February 2010 Livingston airlines will significantly increase its direct charter flight services to Antigua and Barbuda from Milan, Italy this year. Read More
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| UK SUNDAY TIMES TO INCLUDE 16 PAGE FEATURE ON ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA Friday 12th February 2010 Leading UK Newspaper, The Sunday Times features Antigua and Barbuda in its 2010 Valentines issue Read More
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| ANTIGUA & BARBUDA WINS GLOBUS AWARD 2009Thursday 28th January 2010 Antigua & Barbuda wins Globus Award 2009 for First German E-Learning Programme Read More
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| ANTIGUA SPORTS FISHING USA TV NETWORKFriday 15th January 2010 Antigua Sports Fishing to be featured on
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| ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA MEANS BUSINESS AT WORLD TRAVEL MARKETThursday 12th November 2009 November 12, 2009 - (London, England) - Antigua and Barbuda is making its presence felt this week in London at World Travel Market, the premier global event for the travel industry which runs this year, from November 9 12. Read More
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| RECORD RESULTS FROM LATEST UK PROMOTIONTuesday 20th October 2009 Minister of Tourism Announces Record Results from Latest UK Promotion
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| NOW, FLY FREE TO ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA WHEN YOU CHOOSE!
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| I'D RATHER BE IN ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA - FLY ME THERE FREE FACEBOOK COMPETITIONMonday 21st September 2009 The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority today launched its 'I'd rather be in Antigua and Barbuda - Fly me there Free Facebook competition today. Read More
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