ANTIGUA NEWS & HIGHLIGHTS
Check out the latest updates, Antigua news, highlights and reviews here. Check back regularly for updates. Subscribe to our newsletters to receive our weekly What's On newsletters, bi-weekly Yachting newsletters as well as our monthly Real Estate newsletters wrap-ups, stay current with us via social media and check out newsletter archives to see what you may have missed in previous editions. TICCHIO RESTOCK ALERT March 14th 2025
Ticchio - Italian Food and Wine
Fresh buffalo mozzarella and burrata are now available, so stop by and treat yourself to the best in authentic flavors. Read More
JOB VACANCIES March 6th 2025
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
By working at SLBMC, you gain the opportunity and the responsibility to make a real difference in the world. Take a closer look at the open positions below and submit your resume for consideration. Read More
GET ME TO THE CARIBBEAN 600 PRIZEGIVING! February 28th 2025
RORC Caribbean 600
Congratulations to the latest class winners to be announced: Thomas Kassberg’s ORC 50 Malolo, Philippe Franz’s NM43 Albator, Team Scarlet on Emily, skippered by Ross Applebey, Ulysse Pozzoli’s Class40 Team Renovatec and Jeremi Jablonski’s Hanse 430 Avanti. Read More
TSCHüSS 2 WINS RORC CARIBBEAN 600 OVERALL February 28th 2025
RORC Caribbean 600
Tschüss 2 completed the race in an elapsed time of 01 Day 21 Hrs 31 Mins and 15 Secs. While nearly half of the boats are still racing, none of the competitors at sea can beat Tschüss 2's corrected time under IRC to win the race overall. Read More
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS February 28th 2025
Antigua Carnival
The countdown to Antigua Carnival 2025 has officially begun, and it will be an unforgettable experience! The wait is over! Read More
EPIC DUELS & FURIOUS FINISHES February 27th 2025
RORC Caribbean 600
Christian Zugel’s Volvo 70 Tschüss 2 has won IRC Super Zero, overcoming setbacks to lead on overall after IRC corrected time. Tschüss 2 now awaits challengers still out on the racecourse for overall IRC victory. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 26th 2025
RORC Caribbean 600
Juan K 88 Lucky, skippered by Bryon Ehrhart, has taken Monohull Line Honours in the 2025 RORC Caribbean 600 in an elapsed time of 01 Day 17 Hrs 14 Mins and 12 Secs. Read More
BATTLES UNFOLD ON DAY TWO February 26th 2025
RORC Caribbean 600
Just over 24 hours into the RORC Caribbean 600, the international fleet is evenly spread over the extremities of the course. Bryon Ehrhart’s Juan K 88 Lucky is just about through the Guadeloupe wind shadow doing over 13 knots of boat speed. Read More
SPECTACULAR START IN PARADISE February 25th 2025
RORC Caribbean 600
The highly anticipated 16th edition of the RORC Caribbean 600 blasted off from Fort Charlotte, Antigua, right on schedule. All five starts went off flawlessly as the diverse fleet of 66 international entries launched into the ultimate offshore tropical challenge. Read More
RáN WINS ANTIGUA 360 RACE February 24th 2025
RORC Caribbean 600
The Royal Ocean Racing Club’s Antigua 360 Race, organised with the Antigua Yacht Club, started on time from Fort Charlotte as the final climax of the 2025 RORC Nelson’s Cup Series. 35 teams from 16 countries battled it out in a 48nm showdown around Antigua. Read More
BLISTERING START TO THE RORC NELSON’S CUP SERIES February 19th 2025
RORC Caribbean 600
Antigua is renowned for some of the world’s best sailing conditions and it was delivered in spades with 20 knots of easterly wind sweeping the race course. Read More
JOB VACACIES: CUSTOMER SERVICE REP February 18th 2025
Harper's Office Depot
Harpers is hiring a Customer Service Representative! We’re looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated individual to join our team and provide exceptional service to our customers. If you’re passionate about helping people, have strong communication skills, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, apply today! Read More
RORC NELSON’S CUP SERIES READY TO SPARKLE February 17th 2025
RORC Caribbean 600
On Friday 21st February the climax for the RORC Nelson’s Cup will be the 48-mile Antigua 360 which has attracted an even bigger fleet of at least 30 boats, with multihulls and local boats taking up the challenge of racing around Antigua. The stand-alone RORC Caribbean 600 Race will start on Monday 24th February. Read More
BEAT THE DEADLINE AND SAVE February 14th 2025
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Registration fees for the 2025 Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta increase on March 1st. Save yourself some money by registering and completing your payment by February, 28th before the rates go up! Read More
ANTIGUA CARNIVAL 2025 LAUNCH February 13th 2025
Antigua Carnival
The countdown to Antigua Carnival 2025 has officially begun, and it’s going to be an unforgettable experience! The wait is over! Get ready for the official launch of Antigua Carnival 2025. Read More
2025 RORC CARIBBEAN 600: A BATTLE OF LEGENDS AND RISING STARS February 11th 2025
RORC Caribbean 600
Starting on the 24th of February, the 16th edition of the RORC Caribbean 600 has attracted close to 500 sailors from 38 different countries. Read More
TEAM LIGHTSHIP ARRIVAL February 3rd 2025
World's Toughest Row
After 53 days, 3 hours, and 21 minutes, Nia and Pammie have crossed the finish line in Antigua, completing an incredible 3,000-mile row across the Atlantic Ocean. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600: MEDIA INFORMATION, FACTS & STATS January 29th 2025
RORC Caribbean 600
Prior to this, the stand-alone RORC Nelson's Cup Series will see several competitors 'warming-up' ahead of the main event, with two days of inshore racing, a new Maxi race day on Thursday 20th. Read More
SLMBC MARKS MATERNAL HEALTH AWARENESS DAY January 23rd 2025
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
SLMBC is proud to join the global community in recognizing Maternal Health Awareness Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of maternal health and the well-being of mothers during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postnatal period. Read More
RORC TRANSATLANTIC RACE January 21st 2025
RORC Caribbean 600
On Day 10 of the RORC Transatlantic Race, 15 teams continue their race to the finish line in Grenada. Kosobucki and Grzegorz Grabowski’s JV44 Fujimo (POL) reached the halfway mark today, meaning every team in the race has now passed this significant milestone. Read More
TICCHIO UPDATE January 17th 2025
Ticchio - Italian Food and Wine
Management has expressed apologies for any inconvenience caused and looks forward to welcoming patrons back on Monday. Read More
ADMINISTRATIVE HEAD OF INFECTIOUS DISEASE & EMPLOYEE HEALTH January 16th 2025
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
We are pleased to announce that Dr. Margrethe Belle has been appointed as the new Administrative Head of the Infectious Disease & Employee Health Division. Read More
HOW TO FOLLOW THE RORC TRANSATLANTIC RACE 2025 January 9th 2025
RORC Caribbean 600
Race fans can keep up-to-date with the RORC Transatlantic Race - a 3,000NM race from Calero Marinas Marina Lanzarote, Arrecife, to Camper & Nicholsons Port Louis Marina, Grenada. Read More
ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA January 7th 2025
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
We are thrilled to announce that the Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta is set to be bigger and better than ever! This year, we have a record breaking number of classic yachts registered and excitement is building. Read More
NOR FOR RORC NELSON’S CUP SERIES 2025 January 7th 2025
RORC Caribbean 600
The Notice of Race for the RORC Nelson’s Cup Series confirms a key change to the third edition of the event which will be held in Antigua. Read More
WORLD'S TOUGHEST ROW PROGRESS: TEAM LIGHTSHIP MISSION January 6th 2025
World's Toughest Row
Team Lightship: Embarking on a 3,000-Mile Transatlantic Journey to Raise Awareness and Funds for Charities Read More
NATIONAL PARKS AUTHORITY LAUNCHES STUNNING NEW WEBSITE December 30th 2024
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
With its polished design and wealth of resources, the new website promises to be a game-changer for how Antigua & Barbuda’s parks are experienced. Read More
MARTIN STENGELE RETIRES FROM WORLD'S TOUGHEST ROW December 30th 2024
World's Toughest Row
His involvement with Team All 4 One brought a wealth of experience and an inspiring outlook, both of which will be missed in the upcoming competition. Read More
WE ARE HIRING December 18th 2024
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
SLBMC is seeking experienced, highly motivated, and customer-oriented individuals to join our team. Read More
PAPERCLIPS 2025 DIARIES December 11th 2024
Paperclips Ltd.
2025 Diaries are great gift ideas for the planners in your family! Starting from $35. Shop at Paperclips ahead of the new year! Read More
DECEMBER SCHEDULE OF EVENTS December 11th 2024
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
Christmas in the park, Christmas feast, Fireworks after party and so much more! Enjoy the holiday season. Read More
CHRISTMAS TREATS December 10th 2024
Ticchio - Italian Food and Wine
Looking for the perfect treats for your holiday celebrations? Come find us for all your Christmas food & wine shopping needs! Read More
HOLIDAY FAIR AT AGAVE GARDENS November 25th 2024
Antigua Barbuda Horticultural Society
Discover plants, food, entertainment, and silent auction on December 7th! Read More
CHRISTMAS EVENTS November 20th 2024
Ana's On the Beach
Celebrate the holidays with us! Join our festive events, starting with the XMas Souk on December 1st, Christmas Lunch on the 25th, and a New Year's Eve Party—fun for the whole family! Read More
2025 DIARIES November 18th 2024
Harper's Office Depot
Harper’s 2025 Diaries are here! Stylish, functional, and perfect for the year ahead. Get yours today! Read More
RESTOCK ALERT! November 15th 2024
Ticchio - Italian Food and Wine
Hi everyone, "Ticchio" is full of your favorite products again.. fresh buffalo mozzarella and burrata also available...come and visit us Read More
JOB VACANCIES AVAILABLE November 14th 2024
Ana's On the Beach
We’re looking for passionate individuals to join our amazing team at Ana's on the Beach! If you’re enthusiastic, hardworking, and love the beach vibe, we want to hear from you. Read More
WE ARE HIRING! October 24th 2024
St. James Travel & Tours
St. James Travel & Tours is searching for a Hotel Representative and Travel Directors (Freelance). Read More
WE ARE HIRING October 22nd 2024
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
Join the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre (SLBMC) team to make a meaningful impact in patient care and education. Check the vacancy below and submit your resume to contribute to SLBMC's legacy of excellence. Read More
SLBMC BREAST CANCER SYMPOSIUM PRIORITIZES PATIENTS October 15th 2024
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
This year's Sir Lester Bird Breast Cancer Symposium was a huge success, attracting over 200 attendees. Read More
TICCHIO IS OPEN October 10th 2024
Ticchio - Italian Food and Wine
Ticchio is back open with our regular business hours! Read More
BOOM IS BACK! October 9th 2024
Boom at Gunpowder House
Trust us, you don't want to miss out on our delicious dishes. Read More
OPENING DAY October 7th 2024
Ticchio - Italian Food and Wine
Stay tuned for more details as Ticchio welcomes back its patrons on Thursday, 10th October 2024 Read More
PINKTOBER October 3rd 2024
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
Join us this month to show support for the survivors and raise funds for breast cancer care. Read More
A & B 43RD INDEPENDENCE SCHEDULE September 30th 2024
Antigua & Barbuda Independence Festival
From Community Collaborations to Global Gains! Come and celebrate this Independence! Read More
WE ARE HIRING September 19th 2024
Ana's On the Beach
Join our vibrant and talented team at Ana's On The Beach. Read More
TIGER TYSON September 19th 2024
Antigua Charter Yacht Show
Tiger will be representing the Antigua Charter Yacht Show at this year's Monaco Yacht Show from 25-28 September. Read More
DIVE CARIB CONFIRMS DIVE CENTRES IN ANTIGUA ARE FULLY INSURED September 16th 2024
Dive Carib
Important Notice: Clarification on Scuba Diving Insurance in Antigua and Barbuda Read More
NOW HIRING: CUSTOMER SERVICE REP September 13th 2024
Harper's Office Depot
Assist customers with product inquiries and recommendations and more! Read More
CONCOURS DE CHEF AND TABLESCAPING COMPETITIONS September 10th 2024
Antigua Charter Yacht Show
Registration for the 2024 Chef and Table-scaping
Competitions are now open! Read More
NOW HIRING: MRI ASSISTANT September 3rd 2024
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
SLBMC is seeking to recruit an experienced, highly motivated and customer oriented MRI Assistant Read More
SLBMC BREAST CANCER SYMPOSIUM September 3rd 2024
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
We are pleased to announce the 4th edition of the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre (SLBMC) Breast Cancer Symposium. Read More
CHILDHOOD CANCER AWARENESS MONTH September 2nd 2024
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
During the month, we “Go Gold” each and every Friday to raise awareness. Read More
RESEARCH ON TANK BAY SHIPWRECK August 27th 2024
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
The National Parks Authority (NPA), in collaboration with the University of the Antilles in Martinique (UA) and the Association of Archaeology for the Petite Antilles (AAPA), has concluded the third research campaign on the Tank Bay shipwreck in English Harbour. Read More
ANTIGUA CELEBRATED AT INTERNATIONAL ARCHAEOLOGY CONGRESS August 27th 2024
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
The National Parks Authority of Antigua and Barbuda was proudly represented by Dr. Christopher Waters and Ms. Desley Gardner at the 30th Congress of the International Association for Caribbean Archaeology (IACA) Read More
HELP HARPERS STUFF THE BUS FOR UNDERPRIVILEGED STUDENTS August 26th 2024
Harper's Office Depot
Kenneth A. Gomez & Sons and the Ministry of Education have joined forces with Harpers in making a difference! Read More
NATIONAL PARKS AUTHORITY ENHANCES FALMOUTH HARBOUR August 23rd 2024
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
The National Parks Authority (NPA) has entered the second phase of its comprehensive enhancement project. Read More
GRACE COOKING COMPETITION REGISTRATION August 21st 2024
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
Do you posses the cooking skills to win our upcoming Grace Cooking Competition? Read More
COPPER & LUMBER SEAFOOD FRIDAY TEMPORARILY CLOSED August 21st 2024
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
The management of Copper & Lumber Store Hotel wishes to inform the public that Seafood Friday will be temporarily closed. Read More
ANNUAL BREAK August 21st 2024
Boom at Gunpowder House
Boom is scheduled to close from the 26th August.
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NOW HIRING:HVAC/R TECHNICIAN August 19th 2024
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
Want to join the SLBMC team? We are now hiring.
HVAC/R Technician wanted at SLBMC Read More
BACK-TO-SCHOOL GIVEAWAY August 19th 2024
Harper's Office Depot
We’re teaming up with @flow to bring you the ultimate back-to-school Giveaway! Read More
2024 ROAD MARCH RESULTS August 7th 2024
Antigua Carnival
Yung Vice and the New Gen Band have won the 2024 Antigua Road March title Read More
STATE INSURANCE PANORAMA COMPETITION 2024 RESULTS August 7th 2024
Antigua Carnival
Congratulations are in order for the CUB Hells Gate Steel Orchestra, the winners of the 2024 State Insurance Panorama Competition Read More
YOUNG VICE WINS 2024 PARTY MONARCH August 7th 2024
Antigua Carnival
In a stunning turn of events, Young Vice has been crowned the winner of the 2024 Party Monarch. Read More
JAYCEES QUEEN SHOW RESULTS August 1st 2024
Antigua Carnival
The results are in for the Jaycees Queen Show: "Beauty Unbroken"! Read More
SUMMER BREAK August 1st 2024
Ticchio - Italian Food and Wine
We are closed from August 1st to get a summer break. See you in October 2024. Read More
MISTER AND MISS TEENAGE PAGEANT 2024 July 30th 2024
Antigua Carnival
The results are in! Congratulations to all the participants! Read More
JUNIOR SOCA COMPETITION 2024 RESULTS July 26th 2024
Antigua Carnival
The results are in! A big round of applause for all participants who brought their A-game and showed us the bright future of Caribbean soca! Read More
FACEOFF 2024 CANCELLED July 25th 2024
Antigua Carnival
The second edition of Faceoff scheduled to take place at Carnival City, has been cancelled. Read More
DONATION OF NEW ULTRASOUND TO SIR LESTER BIRD MEDICAL CENTRE July 24th 2024
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
The members of the Antigua Samaritan Lodge No. 10029 have bolstered the life-saving services provided in Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre (SLBMC) Dialysis Unit, raising funds to donate a portable ultrasound machine worth $86,700. Read More
QUEEN OF CARNIVAL 2024 July 22nd 2024
Antigua Carnival
NOTICE OF RACE AND REGISTRATION OPEN July 17th 2024
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Join us by registering your classic yacht for an unforgettable regatta. Read More
2024 OFFICIAL PARADE ROUTES July 17th 2024
Antigua Carnival
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS July 10th 2024
Antigua Carnival
The Caribbean's Greatest Summer Festival! Read More
CAVALIER CALYPSO MONARCH SEMI-FINALISTS July 8th 2024
Antigua Carnival
The Antigua Barbuda Festivals Commission has announced the Semi-Finalists in the upcoming Cavalier Calypso Monarch Semi-Finals Competition Read More
IMPORTANT NOTICE! July 3rd 2024
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
There will be no Tours and Rum in the Ruins until the season resumes in November 2024. Read More
OPEN MONDAYS September 30th 2024
Ana's On the Beach
We are now open on Mondays. Start your week right—join us for an unforgettable dining experience! Read More
NOW HIRING June 13th 2024
Ana's On the Beach
Ana’s is hiring! Bartender, Waitstaff, Chefs, and Cashier needed. Read More
JOB VACANCIES June 13th 2024
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
Mount St. John's has openings for Maintenance Technician- Electrician and HVAC/R Technician Read More
DONATION TO THE HOSPITAL June 11th 2024
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre extends gratitude to the Friends of Mount St Johns Medical Centre for the recent donation of infusion pumps valued at almost XCD 30,000. The equipment will be utilized in the Oncology Unit. Read More
SIDS4 GENDER EQUALITY FORUM. May 31st 2024
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
The first ever SIDS4 Gender Equality Forum was held in Nelson’s Dockyard attended by over 200 delegates. Read More
SUMMER OPENING May 30th 2024
Boom at Gunpowder House
Boom is open daily throughout the summer, from 12.00-6pm Read More
VACANCY FOR A PADI OPEN WATER SCUBA INSTRUCTOR May 23rd 2024
Dive Carib
Vacancy for PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor At Dive Carib Read More
CARNIVAL QUEEN May 22nd 2024
Antigua Carnival
Congratulations to the "Extraordinary Seven" delegates for this year's Queen of Carnival 2024 Competition. Read More
SUMMER OPENING HOURS May 21st 2024
Ticchio - Italian Food and Wine
RESTOCK ALERT April 30th 2024
Ticchio - Italian Food and Wine
Your favourite Italian delicacies are back in stock at Ticchio Read More
SLBMC RECEIVES DONATION FROM MILL REEF FUND April 30th 2024
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre Receives $26,000 Donation from Mill Reef Fund Read More
RESTAURANT WEEK AT ANA’S April 30th 2024
Ana's On the Beach
RESTAURANT WEEK AT BOOM! April 24th 2024
Boom at Gunpowder House
Restaurant Week at Boom! 2 course menu, USD50 for platter for two. Read More
RUM IN THE RUINS POSTPONED April 24th 2024
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
Rum in the Ruins Postponed Until May 10th Read More
GRAND FINALE OF CLASSICS April 24th 2024
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The Grand Finale of Classics took place in Nelson’s Dockyard on April 21st, after an amazing week of sailing and camaraderie. Read More
AN EVENING WITH DIVE CARIB April 23rd 2024
Dive Carib
A big thank you from Dive Carib for joining them on “An Evening with Dive Carib” and helping them raise EC$52,729.66 for charity Read More
VACANCY FOR A CASHIER April 23rd 2024
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
Vacancy for a Cashier at SLBMC. Apply by April 30th Read More
ANTIGUA CLASSIC REGATTA FINAL DAY April 23rd 2024
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The Antigua Classic Regatta Final Day had perfect weather conditions. Check the full results Read More
VACANCY FOR A LAUNDRY ATTENDANT April 19th 2024
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
Vacancy for a Laundry Attendant at Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre, Read More
CLASSICS REGATTA DAY ONE April 19th 2024
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
35th Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta got off to a slow start with calm southerly winds Read More
HPV AND CANCER TESTING April 17th 2024
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
Make sure you go for HPV and Cancer Testing Read More
VACANCY FOR AN INVENTORY CLERK April 16th 2024
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
Vacancy for an Inventory Clerk at SLBMC. Send resumé and two references to apply, by April 24th Read More
ANTIGUA CLASSIC REGATTA STARTS THIS WEEK April 15th 2024
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The largest fleet since 2014 is poised for the 2024 classics regatta, starting on 17th April Read More
ANTIGUA CLASSICS PROGRAMME April 8th 2024
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta (Classics) will be held in Nelson’s Dockyard from 17th April to 22nd. Read More
EASTER OPENING HOURS March 25th 2024
Ticchio - Italian Food and Wine
Easter Opening Hours at Ticchio Italian Food & Wine; closed Friday, Sunday, Monday Read More
SEEFALKE II IN ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA March 18th 2024
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Seefalke II in Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta Read More
VACANCY FOR UNIT CLERK March 12th 2024
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
SLBMC is seeking to recruit a qualified and highly motivated individual to fill the position of Unit Clerk. Read More
56TH ASF TOURNAMENT REGISTRATION March 12th 2024
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
Register for the 56th ASF Tournament no later than May 16th, 2024. Read More
ANTIGUA CLASSIC REGATTA SPONSOR DISCOUNTS March 12th 2024
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Woodstock is offering discounted rates to all yachts participating in the 2024 Classic Regatta Read More
2024 FLOWER AND GARDEN SHOW March 11th 2024
Antigua Barbuda Horticultural Society
The 2024 Flower and Garden Show promises plants, orchids, crafts, seeds, delicious food and entertainment, a floral arranging competition, and more. Read More
ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA March 11th 2024
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The 2024 Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta will feature a spectacular fleet with several notable entries in Antigua for their first Classic Regatta Read More
THE 19TH ANNUAL ANTIGUA & BARBUDA KITE FESTIVAL March 7th 2024
A & B International Kite Festival
The 19th annual Antigua & Barbuda Kite Festival will run from March 28th to 1st April, Easter Monday Read More
8TH MARCH PROJECT March 5th 2024
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
The National Parks Authority proudly announces the launch of the fifth edition of the 8th of March Project themed “Say Their Names.” Read More
URGENT CALL TO ACTION: SAFEGUARDING THE CLEANLINESS OF OUR COMMUNITY March 4th 2024
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
Urgent Call to Action: Safeguarding the Cleanliness of Our Community form the National Parks Authority Read More
A REMARKABLE RORC CARIBBEAN 600 March 1st 2024
RORC Caribbean 600
A Remarkable RORC Caribbean: 600 Sixty-four boats took on the challenge, with 561 sailors from all over the world competing in the 600-mile race around 11 Caribbean islands. Read More
LEOPARD OVERALL WINNER OF RORC February 22nd 2024
RORC Caribbean 600
The Royal Ocean Racing Club has announced that the Farr 100 Leopard 3 (MON), skippered by Joost Schuijff is the overall winner of the 2024 RORC Caribbean 600. Read More
STAN PEARSON: CO-FOUNDER OF THE RORC CARIBBEAN 600 March 1st 2024
RORC Caribbean 600
The yachting community mourns the passing of Stan Pearson: Co-Founder of the RORC Caribbean 600 Read More
YOUNGSTERS VISIT LIMOSA, THE FAMOUS PROJECT February 26th 2024
RORC Caribbean 600
Youngsters form Antigua Yacht Club were invited to Visit Limosa, The Famous Project Read More
FINAL ROWERS ARRIVE IN THE WORLD’S TOUGHEST ROW February 26th 2024
World's Toughest Row
The final team, For Better Oar Worse, has arrived in Antigua in 73 days, 12 hours, 3 minutes, 73 days, Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600 DAY TWO February 21st 2024
RORC Caribbean 600
By day 2 the boats are widely spread along the 600 mile route with the MOD70s unsurprisingly leading the fleet Read More
RORC DAY THREE February 21st 2024
RORC Caribbean 600
Keep up with the fleet with Day Three RIRC Caribbean report Read More
MOD70 ARGO TAKES LINE HONOURS IN RORC February 21st 2024
RORC Caribbean 600
Jason Carroll’s MOD70 Argo (USA) has taken Multihull Line Honours in the 2024 Caribbean 600 in an elapsed time of 01 Day 08 Hrs 08 Mins and 40 Secs. Read More
MEET THE CHAIRMAN OF ANTIGUA YACHT CHARTER SHOW August 20th 2024
Antigua Charter Yacht Show
Paul Deeth will celebrate his 20th year as Chairman of the Antigua Charter Yacht Meeting this year Read More
TIGER TYSON BREAKS HIS OWN RECORD February 20th 2024
RORC Caribbean 600
Olympian Tiger Tyson took on the big boys in the Antigua 360 and showed them how it’s done; beating his own record. Read More
ART EXHIBITION AT BOOM February 15th 2024
Boom at Gunpowder House
A collection of art for sale at Boom at Gunpowder House by many Antiguan artists Read More
CLASSICS REGATTA EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION February 26th 2024
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Register by February 29th to take advantage of the Classics Regatta Early Bird Registration Read More
CRITICAL CARE TECHNICIAN REQUIRED February 13th 2024
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
Critical Care Technician Required ; submit a CV and application letter, Submission Deadline: February 23, 2024. Read More
INFECTIOUS DISEASE HEALTH NURSE REQUIRED February 13th 2024
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
Experienced Infectious Disease Health Nurse Required. Send you resumé now, closing date February 23rd Read More
THE WORLD’S TOUGHEST ROW February 12th 2024
World's Toughest Row
Eight boats in the World’s Toughest Row remain at sea pulling on the oars to reach Nelson’s Dockyard. The next boat is due in on Thursday. Read More
FOLLOW THE RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 19th 2024
RORC Caribbean 600
Watch the start of The RORC Caribbean 600 from Fort Charlotte or Shirley Heights and follow the race all week. Read More
VACANCY FOR SENIOR MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST February 7th 2024
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
Vacancy for Senior Medical Laboratory Technologist at SLBMC. Apply now, closing date February 16th Read More
RIDERS AND RUNNERS February 7th 2024
RORC Caribbean 600
The RORC Nelson’s Cup Series starts on 13th February. At least 24 teams are expected to be racing in the series, Read More
PHLEBOTOMIST WANTED February 6th 2024
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
SLBMC is seeking an individual to join the Laboratory team as a Phlebotomist. Submission Deadline: February 16, 2024. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600 STELLAR CAST BUILDING January 30th 2024
RORC Caribbean 600
The 15th anniversary edition of the RORC Caribbean 600 starts in Antigua on 19th February, and since its launch last year, the RORC Nelson’s Cup Series provides an additional action-packed event with racing starting on 13th of February.
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ATLANTIC ROWERS ARRIVING IN ANTIGUA January 29th 2024
World's Toughest Row
21 of the 38 teams rowing the Atlantic in the World’s Toughest race Have arrived in Antigua, breaking records as they row Read More
DOCKYARD SPONSORS FOR CLASSICS ANNOUNCED January 29th 2024
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
There is an increase in Dockyard Sponsors for Classics for 2024, with Park fees remaining a total of USD15 pp for the duration of the event Read More
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR RORC 600 January 23rd 2024
RORC Caribbean 600
Volunteers needed for RORC 600, particularly during the busiest nights of 21st and 22nd February Read More
WORLD RECORD BROKEN IN NELSON’S DOCKYARD January 22nd 2024
World's Toughest Row
Wavebreakers, a trio of three women, has broken the world record for the fastest ladies’ trio to row the Atlantic in a time of 40 days, 10 hours, 51 minutes Read More
HMS OARDACIOUS WINS WORLD’S TOUGHEST ROW January 22nd 2024
World's Toughest Row
HMS Oardacious wins World’s Toughest row became the first team of five to do so, beating the time of previous teams Oardacious! Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN BOATS ON THE WAY January 9th 2024
RORC Caribbean 600
The RORC Transatlantic race is underway as boats head for Antigua and the RORC Caribbean 600 starting on February 19th Read More
WORLD’S TOUGHEST ROW 2023 WINNERS: HMS OARDACIOUS January 17th 2024
World's Toughest Row
Submariner team Oardacious retained the lead in 2023 Atlantic Challenge, pulling into Nelson’s Dockyard on January 17th, breaking the previous RN record in a time of 35 days, 4 hours 30 mins Read More
VACANCIES AT SIR LESTER BIRD MEDICAL CENTRE January 5th 2024
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
Experienced, qualified Internal Auditor and Social worker wanted at SLBMC. Submit resumé by January 15th Read More
HARPERS SCHOOL ART COMPETITION January 4th 2024
Harper's Office Depot
Enter the Harpers Art Competition 2024. Deadline for submissions March 31st Read More
FRESH BUFFALO MOZZARELLA AVAILABLE January 4th 2024
Ticchio - Italian Food and Wine
Fresh Mozzarella now available at Ticchio, visit us at the store on Airport Road from Monday to Saturday Read More
THE WORLD’S TOUGHEST RACE December 15th 2023
World's Toughest Row
38 boats set off from La Gommerà on December 12th 2023 on the World’s Toughest Challenge, Follow the race. Read More
ANTIGUA CHARTER SHOW WRAP December 15th 2023
Antigua Charter Yacht Show
The 62nd annual Antigua Charter Yacht Show wrapped up on December 9, 2023, following six exciting days in Antigua. Read More
VACANCY FOR A DRIVER December 15th 2023
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
Highly motivated, customer service oriented individual wanted. Apply by December 22nd Read More
NEW RACE START December 8th 2023
World's Toughest Row
The Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge has a new race start date: Wednesday, December 13th, 09:00 UTC! Read More
ITALIAN CHRISTMAS CAKE December 7th 2023
Ticchio - Italian Food and Wine
Buy your Italian Christmas pannetone at Ticchio. Read More
2024 DIARIES AVAILABLE December 4th 2023
Harper's Office Depot
Make sure you put in in the diary! Don't miss a date; 2024 diaries now available at Harper's Read More
ANTIGUA YACHT CHARTER SHOW IS BACK WITH A BANG November 30th 2023
Antigua Charter Yacht Show
From 4-9th December, English Harbour is buzzing with superyacht crews, brokers, international journalist as the Charter Show kicks off the winter season. Read More
AMAZING PRIZE DRAW November 28th 2023
Brysons Shipping & Insurance
Visit Bryson’s Insurance for a chance to win great prizes. Draw takes place December 14th Read More
IT’S A WRAP November 22nd 2023
Paperclips Ltd.
All your Christmas gift wrap essentials at Paperclips Read More
FROZEN READY MEALS AVAILABLE November 21st 2023
Ticchio - Italian Food and Wine
Frozen Ready Meals Available,lasagne, parmigiana, ravioli at Ticchio Read More
ANTIGUA CHARTER SHOW November 15th 2023
Antigua Charter Yacht Show
Take a closer look at the yachts attending the Charter Show and check out what’s going on at the show. Read More
VACANCY: ADMISSIONS AND REGISTRATION REPRESENTATIVE November 14th 2023
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
Vacancy for a customer service friendly, motivated and experienced Admissions and Registration Representative to join our Finance Team. Read More
PREMATURITY AWARENESS WEEK November 10th 2023
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
From a webinar for healthcare professionals to our Prem Week Fashion Show we have events that will interest you. Read More
DIABETES, EPILEPSY, PREMATURITY AWARENESS MONTH November 10th 2023
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
Nove,beer is a full month of activities, make sure you check Whats On for all the events Read More
VACANCIES AT ANA'S November 2nd 2023
Ana's On the Beach
Bartender, Waiter and Cashier wanted at Ana's on the Beach! Read More
OPENING HOURS November 8th 2023
Steph & Vladas Studio
Opening hours for nails, hair, photography, event planning services Read More
CSA CLASS RESTORED IN RORC 600 November 3rd 2023
RORC Caribbean 600
The RORC Caribbean 600 Race 2023 will be open to boats with a CSA rating 0.870 and greater. Read More
CHARTER OPPORTUNITIES November 1st 2023
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta Team is putting a tab on our website this year for yacht owners who desire to charter. Read More
ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA NEW SPACE EXHIBIT October 31st 2023
Museum of Antigua and Barbuda
A brand new exhibition has opened at the Antigua & Barbuda Museum, featuring the video of Keisha & Anastatia in space, putting the islands firmly on the space map. Read More
GO FUND ME FOR TURTLES SURF SHOP October 25th 2023
Turtle's Surf Shop
Help Turtles Surf shop re-open after the devastating fire destroyed Antigua Yacht Club Marina. A message from Adrian Kirby Read More
ANTIGUA CHARTER SHOW IS A GO October 24th 2023
Antigua Charter Yacht Show
All Falmouth Marinas including Falmouth Harbour Marina, Antigua Yacht Club Marina and Resort and Nelson's Dockyard have all reported in with the Green Light that everything is a go for the Antigua Charter Yacht Show. Read More
WIN A TRIP FOR TWO October 18th 2023
Antigua & Barbuda Independence Festival
Antigua Barbuda Festivals Commission in collaboration with Tropical Adventures Antigua celebrate our 42nd Anniversary of Independence, Read More
ANTIGUA CHARTER YACHT SHOW FAQS October 12th 2023
Antigua Charter Yacht Show
Get answers to all your questions about the show Read More
RE-OPENING HOURS October 9th 2023
Ticchio - Italian Food and Wine
We reopen on Wednesday. October 11th, for your Italian delicacies, including fresh buffalo mozzarella and fresh burrata cheese Read More
MESSAGE FROM ANTIGUA CLASSICS October 7th 2023
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The Antigua classics Regatta will go ahead in 2024, despite the recent tragic devastation at AYCM. All facilities will be available as usual. Read More
INDEPENDENCE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS September 26th 2023
Antigua & Barbuda Independence Festival
Embrace the legacy, shape the future. Full schedule of independence events. Read More
42ND ANNIVERSARY OF INDEPENDENCE September 26th 2023
Antigua & Barbuda Independence Festival
Official Independence Logo and Theme for our 42nd Anniversary of Independence under the theme “Embracing The Legacy, Shaping The Future”. Read More
BEST IN THE WEST CANCELLLED September 25th 2023
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
The 2023 Best in the West fishing tournament is cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances. Watch put for the 2024 event Read More
SLBMC AWARDED BABY-FRIENDLY TITLE September 18th 2023
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre (SLBMC) announced today that it has earned the Baby-Friendly® designation from the Pan American Health Organization for achieving some of the highest standards of care for breastfeeding mothers and babies. Read More
THE WORLD’S TOUGHEST ROW September 15th 2023
World's Toughest Row
The next race starts - Dec 12, 2023 from San Sebastián de La Gomera, Canary Islands → Nelson’s Dockyard, Antigua
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REGISTER NOW FOR THE FISHING TOURNAMENT September 14th 2023
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
Register online now The Francis Nunes Jr. Memorial Tournament and Seafood Festival Saturday,September 30th 2023 . Read More
REGISTRATION OPEN FOR ANTIGUA CLASSICS September 13th 2023
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Take advantage of the Early Bird Discount for the regatta which runs from April 17-22nd 2024. Register now! Read More
ANTIGUA CHARTER SHOW SPONSORSHIP September 12th 2023
Antigua Charter Yacht Show
Become a sponsor and stand out from the crowd. There are a number of options available, see which one works for you Read More
CLOSED FOR SEPTEMBER September 4th 2023
Museum of Antigua and Barbuda
The Museum will be closed for repairs throughout September. Read More
JOIN OUR ANTIGUA TEAM September 4th 2023
St. James Travel & Tours
Vacancies for experienced Destination Management professionals. For a fast-growing travel company. Apply by September 10th Read More
TEMPORARY RESTRICTION TO OPERATIONAL HOURS OF OUTPATIENT CLINICS August 31st 2023
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre Temporarily Restricts Operational Hours for Outpatient Clinics from September 4-8th.
Read More
DOW’S HILL SUMMER CLOSURE August 28th 2023
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
Dow’s Hill Interpretation Centre will be closed from September 4th to November 5th 2023 for renovations. Read More
RETAIL WAREHOUSE SUPERVISOR WANTED August 23rd 2023
Paperclips Ltd.
Wanted: Warehouse supervisor with experience. Apply by August 31st Read More
REGISTER NOW FOR DISCOUNT August 17th 2023
Antigua Charter Yacht Show
Only two weeks left to guarantee discounted registration for Antigua Charter Yacht Show. Register by 31st August Read More
BOOK YOUR FLIGHTS NOW August 16th 2023
Antigua Charter Yacht Show
Antigua Charter Show and England/ WINDIES Cricket are both in December; book your flights and hotels now to avoid disappointment. Read More
PANORAMA 2023 WINNERS August 9th 2023
Antigua Carnival
Hells Gate Steel Orchestra retained their title in the 2023 State Insurance Ltd Panorama competition, Read More
THE LADIES LEAD THE WAY AT PARTY MONARCH August 9th 2023
Antigua Carnival
Claudette Peters n and The Empress take Party Monarch honours. Full results here. Read More
INFLUENCERS & BRAND AMBASSADORS WANTED August 3rd 2023
Ana's On the Beach
Could you be an influencer? Take creative photos and win surprise prizes at Ana’s Read More
THE ISLAND GIRLS RETURN HOME August 2nd 2023
World's Toughest Row
Team Antigua Island Girls return to Antigua to celebration and cheers Read More
ISLAND GIRLS ARRIVING IN ANTIGUA August 1st 2023
World's Toughest Row
Christal Clashing, Kevinia Francis and Samara Emmanuel will be greeted with an official welcome on their return to Antigua and Barbuda on August 1st Read More
ISCHIKELLE CORBIN CROWNED MISS JAYCEE 2023 August 1st 2023
Antigua Carnival
Miss Antigua and Barbuda has won the 60th Miss Jaycee Queen Show Read More
MEET THE BEAUTIFUL MISS JAYCEE CONTENDERS July 31st 2023
Antigua Carnival
Miss Jaycee candidates bring grace and beauty to Antigua carnival Read More
OFFICIAL CARNIVAL PARADE ROUTES July 27th 2023
Antigua Carnival
Make sure you don’t miss the Carnival parades. Check the official routes. Read More
CARNIVAL QUEEN 2023 July 24th 2023
Antigua Carnival
Meet your 2023 Queen of Carnival, Ischikelle Corbin, sponsored by Cedar Valley Golf Club Read More
MISTER AND MISS TEENAGE 2023 July 24th 2023
Antigua Carnival
Congratulations Miss Teenage 2023 Ajanae Bleau- Princess Margaret School
Mister Teenage 2023- Lutrell John - Sir Novelle Richards Academy Read More
ANTIGUA ISLAND GIRLS ARRIVE IN HAWAII July 24th 2023
World's Toughest Row
They made it! Team Antigua Island Girls rowed into Hawaii shortly after 6 pm on Sunday, July 23, Read More
TEAM ANTIGUA ISLAND GIRLS July 18th 2023
World's Toughest Row
The girls are currently 9th overall, 2nd in female, 3rd in trios, pulling at a steady three knots, around 300 NM to go. Read More
MR AND MISS TEENAGE PAGEANT July 14th 2023
Antigua Carnival
Support your school and support our youth on July 22nd, 2023 at Carnival City (ARG). Read More
CARNIVAL IS CALLING July 13th 2023
Antigua Carnival
The Ministry of Education, Sports & Creative Industries, in conjunction with the Antigua and Barbuda Festivals Commission (ABFC), launches its Social Media takeover campaign, ‘Carnival Is Calling’ Read More
NEW SHOW MANAGER APPOINTED June 28th 2023
Antigua Charter Yacht Show
Karen Kelly Shea appointed Show Manager for Antigua Charter Yacht Show. Read More
REGISTRATION IS OPEN June 28th 2023
Antigua Charter Yacht Show
Join the Antigua Charter Show at Nelson’s Dockyard, now is the time to register by 31st August for 10% discount Read More
CARNIVAL QUEEN 2023 June 21st 2023
Antigua Carnival
Meet the Enchanted Seven; beautiful ladies representing the beauty of Antigua Inside and out. Who will become Queen of Carnival 2023? Read More
NPA SOLAR POWER STUDY June 19th 2023
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
Assessing the feasibility of Solar Tile Technology at the UNESCO World Heritage Nelson’s Dockyard National Park
A project sponsored by the British High Commission’s UK Climate Diplomacy Fund
Read More
2023 ASF TOURNAMENT June 19th 2023
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
Check out the movie of 2023 ASF Tournament Read More
TEAM ANTIGUA ISLAND GIRLS June 16th 2023
World's Toughest Row
Only 2050 Miles to Go. Team Antigua Island Girls set off this week across the Pacific in the world’s toughest challenge. Read More
TRANSFORMING LIVES AT SIR LESTER BIRD MEDICAL CENTRE May 31st 2023
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
Over One Hundred Individuals Receive Free Cataract Surgery at Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre Read More
TEAM ANTIGUA ISLAND GIRLS DEPART FOR 2023 PACIFIC CHALLENGE May 29th 2023
World's Toughest Row
The trio of Samara Emmanuel, Christal Clashing and Kevinia Francis—Team Antigua Island Girls—is on the way to the starting line of the inaugural Pacific Challenge. The team left the country on Sunday en route to California. Read More
UNLOCK THE MUSEUM May 17th 2023
Museum of Antigua and Barbuda
Unlock some of the most exciting artefacts at the museum, learn about the history of Antigua and Barbuda. Read More
RESTAURANT WEEK SPECIALS AT BOOM May 8th 2023
Boom at Gunpowder House
Special two course lunch US$25, tapas for two US$50, Boom experience US$75 7-21st May Read More
CELEBRATE DOCKYARD DAY May 3rd 2023
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
Antigua Sailing Week ends with Dockyard Day in Nelson’s Dockyard. A day of fun and celebration of the marine community. Read More
WIN US$100,000 May 3rd 2023
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
Beat the Blue Marlin record of 771.25ibs. Sponsored by Anjo Insurance at the 55th ASF tournament Read More
CELEBRATE RESTAURANT WEEK May 5th 2023
Ana's On the Beach
Ana’s will be participating in Antigua’s inaugural restaurant week May 7th - 21st. Sample a great menu and celebrate fine cuisine. Four course candlelit dinner US$75 Read More
ANTIGUA CLASSICS REGATTA RESULTS April 25th 2023
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Cream teas and prize giving ended the Classics regatta described as “the best ever” see the full results Read More
THE SUN SHINES ON ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA April 24th 2023
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The final results are out from the “fun filled” regatta, held in Nelson’s Dockyard. Read More
DOCKYARD DAY 2023 April 23rd 2023
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
Dockyard Day keeps valued traditions alive on May 6th from 12.00.
Beating the retreat, model boat racing, slippery pole, steel band and much more. Read More
THE FIRST DAY OF CLASSICS April 21st 2023
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Results from the Concours d’Elegance and the single-handed race Read More
ART WEEK DAY PASS April 20th 2023
Boom at Gunpowder House
Visit Culture in Colour Art Exhibition and relax by the pool, until 22nd April, US$90 Read More
COUNTDOWN TO CLASSICS April 17th 2023
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Registration starts in the dockyard on 19th April, from 9.00am to 4.00pm, followed by the Welcome Party at Boom at 6.00pm Read More
ANTIGUA CARNIVAL SCHEDULE July 20th 2023
Antigua Carnival
July 27- August 8 2023!
Experience Mas, Music, creativity, Antigua Carnival 2023 Read More
ITALIAN EASTER AT TICCHIO April 4th 2023
Ticchio - Italian Food and Wine
Enjoy a taste of Italy, Panna e cioccolato, Colomba Easter Cake. Read More
FINAL ROWER ARRIVES IN ANTIGUA April 4th 2023
World's Toughest Row
The last of the rowers in the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge has arrived in Antigua Read More
STILL OVER 200 MILES TO GO March 23rd 2023
World's Toughest Row
Two rowers remain at sea in the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge. After over 100 days they do not intend to give up, Read More
UNESCO & ITALY VISIT NELSON’S DOCKYARD March 23rd 2023
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
UNESCO & Italian envoys agree that the NPA and our World Heritage Site have a lot to officer the region in terms of heritage management practices and opportunities. Read More
FLOWER AND GARDEN SHOW 2023 March 16th 2023
Antigua Barbuda Horticultural Society
Flower and Garden Show arrives annually at the Agave Gardens! Explore exhibits overflowing with fresh flowers, plants, herbs, orchids, seeds, food, floral arranging competition & much more entertainment. Read More
CARNIVAL 2023 LAUNCH DATE ANNOUNCED March 15th 2023
Antigua Carnival
The Ministry of Education, Sports, and Creative Industries announces the launch Carnival 2023, at the Rising Sun grounds on April 15th Read More
TWAC ROWERS STILL ROWING February 28th 2023
World's Toughest Row
Three rowers are still rowing across the Atlantic in the Talisker Whisky Challenge 2022 Read More
EMILY GALLIARD MAKES HISTORY AT RORC February 28th 2023
RORC Caribbean 600
Only 15, Emily Galliard became the youngest sailor to compete in RO4C Caribbean 600 on Spirit of Juno Read More
ANTIGUA CLASSIC EARLY BIRD REGATTA DISCOUNTED REGISTRATION February 27th 2023
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Special Early Bird offer for discounted registration expires on 28th February. Programme links and registration Read More
TIGER BREAKS ROUND-THE-ISLAND RECORD February 27th 2023
RORC Caribbean 600
Despite strong winds, seas and a record amount of sargassum, Tiger Tyson broke the round-the-island record - on a kite board in 2 hours 38 minutes. Support his Olympic bid on his gofundme page Read More
MBE AWARDED TO FRANKLIN BRAITHWAITE February 27th 2023
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
President of the Antigua and Barbuda Yachting and Marine Association (ABYMA) Franklin Brathwaite has been awarded the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (MBE) by Governor General Sir Rodney Williams for his work in economic and community development. Read More
NATIONAL PARKS 8TH MARCH PROJECT February 27th 2023
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
National Parks intensifies community focus for annual 8th of March Project activities Read More
SIMPLY THE BEST – 2023 RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 25th 2023
RORC Caribbean 600
Finals results and RORC prize-giving at the AYC. The new RORC series was a great success. Full results are now available. Read More
RORC 600 FRIDAY UPDATE February 24th 2023
RORC Caribbean 600
By the fifth day of the RORC all winners are decided. While most crews are ashore there are still boats finishing. Read More
RORC UPDATE February 23rd 2023
RORC Caribbean 600
The excitement did not let up in days three and four of RORC Caribbean 600, with 29 teams finished by dawn on day four. Read More
FIRST OVER THE LINE IN RORC 600 February 22nd 2023
RORC Caribbean 600
Zoulou wins RORC 600 followed by Maserati with only 11 seconds in it Read More
RORC 600 DAY 2 February 21st 2023
RORC Caribbean 600
Tuesday 21st February, Maserati is in the lead, ahead of the current record, racing at over 30 knots Read More
RORC 600 STARTS OFF February 21st 2023
RORC Caribbean 600
Squally conditions make for a thrilling start as the RORC sets off for 600 miles of racing. Read More
RORC ANTIGUA 360 February 20th 2023
RORC Caribbean 600
Antigua’s Olympian Kiteboarder breaks Round-the-Island record in 2 hours 38 minutes Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600 START TIMES February 20th 2023
RORC Caribbean 600
RORC Start times are from 11.00, Monday 20th February Read More
TRACK THE FLEET, FOLLOW THE RACE February 16th 2023
RORC Caribbean 600
Follow the RORC with the tracker and watch the start of the race Read More
RORC RACE SERIES DAY 1 February 16th 2023
RORC Caribbean 600
RORC Nelson’s Cup series off to a good start on Day 1 Read More
RORC NELSON’S CUP SERIES - THRILLING RACING IN ANTIGUA February 16th 2023
RORC Caribbean 600
The inaugural RORC Nelson’s Cup series is proving popular already. Results are available Read More
ELECTROCARDIOGRAPH AT SLBMC February 15th 2023
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
Friends of Mount St John Medical Centre have donated an ECG machine to the hospital Read More
RORC NOTICE OF RACE NELSON’S CUP SERIES January 30th 2024
RORC Caribbean 600
Three days of racing Tuesday 13th & Wednesday 14th February, and Friday 16th February for the Antigua 360 Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600 MERCHANDISE February 13th 2023
RORC Caribbean 600
A range of items including hats, UV protection tops & jackets will be available Antigua Yacht Club from Wednesday 15th through Saturday 25th February. Read More
TWAC ROWERS COMING IN February 10th 2023
World's Toughest Row
The Atlantic Rowers are still coming in to Nelson’s Dockyard watch out to see who’s next Read More
EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION FOR ANTIGUA CLASSICS February 8th 2023
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Register for Antigua Classics Regatta before March 1st to be eligible for discount, fees are in the Notice of Race Read More
SPONSORS BENEFIT RACE TEAMS AT ANTIGUA’S RORC CARIBBEAN 600 SERIES February 7th 2023
RORC Caribbean 600
RORC Caribbean 600 press release: sponsors’ support Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600 SERIES SET FOR ANTIGUA February 4th 2023
RORC Caribbean 600
International fleet will be competing in Antigua in the RORC Caribbean 600 Series commencing February 20th Read More
AWARD TO TALISKER WHISKY ATLANTIC CHALLENGE CARSTEN OLSEN January 31st 2023
World's Toughest Row
Faithful and meritorious award presented by Sir Rodney Williams Read More
CONGRATULATIONS TO OCEANCATS January 13th 2023
World's Toughest Row
Overall winners of Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge arrive in Antigua 01.01 local time. Read More
SLBMC CONTINUES TO LIGHT THE WAY TO SAVINGS January 9th 2023
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre energy saving lighting upgrade programmme
Read More
THEY'RE ALMOST HERE January 5th 2023
World's Toughest Row
Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge first rowers due to arrive on 13th January. Read More
VACANCY FOR SOUS CHEF, LINE CHEF AND BARTENDER January 5th 2023
Ana's On the Beach
Vacancies at Ana’s on the Beach for sous chef, line chef, bartender. Previous experience needed. Send resume/CV to Ana’s Read More
SALES AND MARKETING MANAGER VACANCY January 4th 2023
Harper's Office Depot
Sales and marketing manager needed, with 2 years work experience, direct sales and customer service. Apply to Harpers Office Depot Read More
BOOM DAY PASS March 12th 2024
Boom at Gunpowder House
Relax in glorious surroundings with a Day Pass at Boom Restaurant and Spa, only USD125. 12.00-5.30pm Read More
TALISKER WHISKY ATLANTIC CHALLENGE 2022 December 12th 2022
World's Toughest Row
The Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge sett of from La Gomera on 12th December Read More
ANTIGUA CHARTER SHOW ENDS December 12th 2022
Antigua Charter Yacht Show
The Antigua charter show brought hundreds of visitors to Antigua Read More
NEW 2023 DIARIES AT PAPERCLIPS December 7th 2022
Paperclips Ltd.
Be organised for 2023 with a new diary Read More
NELSON'S CUP SERIES SET FOR ANTIGUA November 25th 2022
RORC Caribbean 600
Nelson’s Cup Series set for Antigua Read More
ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSING DATE November 17th 2022
Antigua Charter Yacht Show
Online Registration for the 61st Antigua Charter Yacht Show will be closing on 25th November 2022. Read More
THE RETURN OF THE SPIRIT OF ANTIGUA CLASSICS October 31st 2022
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The new Classics Team aims to restore the original spirit of the Event, which will now take place 19-24 April 2023 during the traditional period prior to Sailing Week. Read More
JOB VACANCY: DIALYSIS TECHNICIAN October 20th 2022
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
SLBMC is seeking to employ a highly motivated and experienced Dialysis Technician. Read More
JOB VACANCIES October 11th 2022
Ana's On the Beach
Apply for the positions of Head Chef, Sous Chef or Line Chef at Ana’s on the Beach Read More
ANTIGUA CHARTER YACHT SHOW TEAM AT MONACO YACHT SHOW October 4th 2022
Antigua Charter Yacht Show
Kerryann Thomas, Brand Ambassador and organizer of the Antigua Charter Yacht Show thanks captains, brokers, vendors, and visitors that visited their stand. Read More
TRIPADVISOR REVIEW: "EXCELLENT" September 15th 2022
Ana's On the Beach
We are most happy that g0ldyl0cks102698 and her family chose to eat with us at Ana`s on the Beach and that they had such a great meal. Read More
ANNOUNCING THE RORC CARIBBEAN 600 SERIES September 12th 2022
RORC Caribbean 600
The Royal Ocean Racing Club announces the inaugural RORC Caribbean 600 Series which will be based in Antigua from 14th to 24th February 2023. Read More
ANTIGUA CLASSICS TO RETURN TO ORIGINAL FORMAT September 6th 2022
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The Antigua Yacht Club has great pleasure in announcing that, as from next year, the Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta will be run by a new team headed by Paul Deeth. Read More
COMMUNITY ANCHOR: LISA NICHOLSON August 24th 2022
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
The National Parks Authority continues its Community Anchor series by featuring Lisa Nicholson. Read More
HELP HARPER'S STUFF THE BUS August 18th 2022
Harper's Office Depot
Get 50% off school supplies for underprivileged children and help Harper’s Stuff the Bus Read More
JOB VACANCIES August 8th 2022
Ana's On the Beach
Ana`s on the Beach is seeking waiters, waitresses, bartenders, and kitchen line cooks. Read More
OFFICIAL CARNIVAL PARADE ROUTES July 27th 2022
Antigua Carnival
Check out the routes and assembly points for the parades such as J’ouvert morning, Parade of the Bands and Last Lap. Read More
PHOTOGRAPHER NEEDED July 26th 2022
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
Nelson’s Dockyard National Park is looking for a photographer to join its team. Apply by July 31, 2022. Read More
PIANGO FEST PHOTO COMPETITION July 21st 2022
Antigua and Barbuda Mango Festival
Take part in the PiAngo Fest Photo Competition for a chance to win EC$200! Read More
ACYM INFAMOUS CONCOURS DE CHEF 2022 July 8th 2022
Antigua Charter Yacht Show
This year`s show will be your chance to demonstrate to the discerning charter industry what you offer your guests, while dining aboard, during a yacht charter. Read More
54TH ASF TOURNAMENT WRAP REPORT June 8th 2022
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
The 54th ASF Tournament was certainly one to remember. Read More
REGISTRATION OPEN FOR ANTIGUA CHARTER YACHT SHOW 2022 June 7th 2022
Antigua Charter Yacht Show
Registration is now open for the 61st Annual Antigua Charter Yacht Show 2022, set for 4th - 9th December. Read More
JOB VACANCIES May 31st 2022
Paperclips Ltd.
Paperclips is looking for a Retail Associate and an Inventory Associate, apply now. Read More
BARBUDA CARIBANA May 23rd 2023
Barbuda Caribana
Barbuda’s popular Caribana Festival is all set for 25th May to 29th, with an exciting schedule of Caribana events. Read More
OPENING HOURS October 19th 2022
Ana's On the Beach
Until 31st October 2022, the restaurant opening hours are from 11am to 10pm daily. After this, they will open daily from 8am - 10pm. Read More
ONLINE REGISTRATION May 4th 2022
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
Online Registration for The 54th Annual Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Tournament is NOW OPEN!! Visit their website and get your team registered. Read More
NEW HOME FOR SPORT FISHING TOURNAMENT April 13th 2022
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
Falmouth Harbour Marina is the Antigua and Barbuda Sports Fishing Tournament`s new home. Read More
PRIZEGIVING April 7th 2022
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta wrapped up on Sunday evening with a prizegiving ceremony attended by a huge crowd who were welcomed by the Chairman, Carlo Falcone who introduced His Excellency Sir Rodney Williams, Governor-General of Antigua & Barbuda to present the awards. Read More
SUNDAY CALMED DOWN April 6th 2022
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The last race of the series at Antigua Classics on Sunday, the Windward race, saw the winds calm down to a steady 18 to 20 knots with clear Caribbean skies which gave the crews a welcome break from the blustery last two days of racing. Read More
JOB VACANCY April 5th 2022
Harper's Office Depot
Harper`s is looking for a Customer Service Representative for their Copy Center, if you are suited to this opportunity, be sure to send in your resume to B2Sharpers@gmail.com. Read More
EASTER WEEKEND April 4th 2022
Harper's Office Depot
Excited about the Easter weekend? Look no further! Harper`s Office Depot Inc. got you covered from coolers, beach toys, tents, disposable plates & cups to include craft items & so much more! Read More
COVID-19 CASES DECLINE March 24th 2022
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre (SLBMC) is opening its doors to more visitors, thanks to a drop in hospitalizations, increasing immunity from COVID-19 vaccinations and a continuing decline in cases of COVID-19 across our communities and nation. Read More
WE`RE RACING SOON March 22nd 2022
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
On March 30th classic yachts of all ages and sizes will be assembling at the Antigua Yacht Club Marina for the start of the 33rd annual Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta. Our exciting programme of events can be seen here Read More
JOB VACANCIES March 17th 2022
Harper's Office Depot
Harper`s Office Depot is looking for two people to fill the roles of a Sales and Marketing Officer and Customer Services Representative/Cashier. Be sure to send in your application by March 18th, 2022 to the email address: B2sharpers@gmail.com. Read More
COMMUNITY ANCHOR: SIR HUGH BAILEY March 16th 2022
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
The Nelson`s Dockayrd National Parks are pleased to recognise Sir Hugh Bailey for his sterling and unwavering contribution to the English Harbour and Falmouth communities.His influence on sailing is unsurpassed. At the most prestigious regattas, Sir Hugh sees to it that young members of the community join his professional and experienced crew. Read More
KIDNEY HEALTH EDUCATION IS FOR ALL—INCLUDING YOU March 10th 2022
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
On World Kidney Day, Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre (SLBMC) joins the global community in highlighting the importance of this year’s theme: “Kidney Health for All: Bridge the knowledge gap to better kidney care”. It calls for everyone worldwide to not only be aware of the disease, but to actively know what their own kidney health measures are. Read More
WRAP UP FILM March 2nd 2022
RORC Caribbean 600
The 13th RORC Caribbean 600 attracted 74 teams with 738 sailors from 32 different nations to race around 11 Caribbean islands over 600 nm in 1 great race! Watch the full wrap-up documentary of this exciting race. It was great to be back in Antigua with such a superb fleet. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600 – WRAPS UP IN ANTIGUA February 28th 2022
RORC Caribbean 600
The 2022 RORC Caribbean 600 attracted 74 teams with 738 sailors from 32 different nations. The Caribbean classic is back with the most impressive fleet in the 14-year history of the race. Moderate trade winds faded to a lighter breeze during the five days of the race, but that did not stop Jason Carroll’s MOD70 Argo setting a new multihull race record in a thrilling finish with Giovanni Soldini`s Multi 70 Maserati. Read More
ARRIVAL OF IRC ONE & IRC TWO February 28th 2022
RORC Caribbean 600
Close finishes have been a feature of this year`s RORC Caribbean 600 and that trait continued in IRC One with a rematch between two British JPK 1180s. Sunrise and Dawn Treader last met in the 2021 Rolex Fastnet Race and Sunrise won the world’s biggest offshore race overall. Read More
SCARLET OYSTER TRIUMPH IN IRC TWO February 28th 2022
RORC Caribbean 600
Ross Applebey`s victory in IRC Two was his eighth class win in the RORC Caribbean 600 and the seventh for Scarlet Oyster (GBR). The Oyster 48 finished the race just before dawn on Friday 25th February, taking class line honours and win after IRC time correction Read More
SUNRISE WINS FULL-ON BATTLE WITH DAWN TREADER IN IRC ONE February 25th 2022
RORC Caribbean 600
Close finishes have been a feature of this year`s RORC Caribbean 600 and that trait continued in IRC One with a rematch between two British JPK 1180s. Sunrise and Dawn Treader last met in the 2021 Rolex Fastnet Race and Sunrise won the world’s biggest offshore race overall. Read More
GONE IN 61 SECONDS February 25th 2022
RORC Caribbean 600
The winner of the nine-strong Class40 division was decided on the fourth day of the RORC Caribbean 600 with a dramatic finish between two teams. Charles-Louis Mourruau`s Guidi (FRA), which had led for most of the race, stalled as the breeze faded with the finish line beckoning. Read More
VIDEO - WARRIOR WON (USA) February 25th 2022
RORC Caribbean 600
The overall winner of the 13th edition of the RORC Caribbean 600 is Christopher Sheehan`s Pac52 Warrior One (USA). The team will be presented with the RORC Caribbean 600 Trophy at the Prize Giving in Antigua on Friday 25th February. Read More
WARRIOR WON ANNOUNCED OVERALL WINNER February 25th 2022
RORC Caribbean 600
The overall winner of the 13th edition of the RORC Caribbean 600 is Christopher Sheahan`s Pac52 Warrior One (USA). None of the teams still racing under IRC has any realistic chance of beating Warrior Won after time correction. Read More
CHEERS AND BEERS IN ANTIGUA February 24th 2022
RORC Caribbean 600
On the fourth day of the RORC Caribbean 600, 23 teams had completed the race and were enjoying the hospitality of Antigua Yacht Club, with an army of volunteers providing a warm welcome and cold Carib beers dockside. Winners are beginning to celebrate and every crew has a story of their race. Read More
VIDEO - MONOHULL LINE HONOURS February 23rd 2022
RORC Caribbean 600
Dmitry Rybolovlev`s ClubSwan 125 Skorpios (MON), skippered by Fernando Echavarri, crossed the finish line in Antigua to take Monohull Line Honours at 03:59:51 on Wednesday 23rd February 2022. Read More
SKORPIOS STRIKES February 23rd 2022
RORC Caribbean 600
Dmitry Rybolovlev’s ClubSwan 125 Skorpios (MON), skippered by Fernando Echavarri, crossed the finish line in Antigua to take Monohull Line Honours at 03:59:51 on Wednesday 23rd February 2022 Read More
MULTIHULL LINE HONOURS February 23rd 2022
RORC Caribbean 600
Jason Carroll`s MOD 70 Argo (USA) crossed the finish line of the RORC Caribbean 600 to take Multihull Line Honours and set a new Multihull Race Record of 29 hours, 38 mins, 44 secs. Read More
RECORD WIN FOR JASON AND THE ARGONAUTS February 23rd 2022
RORC Caribbean 600
Jason Carroll`s MOD 70 Argo (USA) crossed the finish line of the RORC Caribbean 600 to take Multihull Line Honours and set a new Multihull Race Record of 29 hours, 38 mins, 44 secs. Read More
RECORD PACE IN THE RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 22nd 2022
RORC Caribbean 600
Tropical heat, moderate trade winds and ocean swell provided superb racing conditions for the first day and night of action in the 2022 RORC Caribbean 600. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600 BLASTS OFF IN ANTIGUA February 22nd 2022
RORC Caribbean 600
The 13th edition of the RORC Caribbean 600 started on time from Antigua on Monday 21 February. The IRC Super Zero start was nothing short of hell-raising, with Comanche reaching at full speed towards the Pillars of Hercules, then hardening up to take the inside line perilously close to the cliffs. Read More
IMA CARIBBEAN MAXI CHALLENGE February 21st 2022
RORC Caribbean 600
The International Maxi Association’s Caribbean Maxi Challenge is due to make a strong start from Antigua tomorrow with the new series’ first event, the Royal Ocean Racing Club’s Caribbean 600. Read More
ANTIGUANS ONBOARD February 22nd 2022
RORC Caribbean 600
The RORC Caribban 600 has begun and Antiguans are onboard a number of boats. If you want to support them, here is who to look out for. Read More
CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA ENTRANTS February 21st 2022
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta are so pleased to welcome Aschanti IV of Vegesack and Ticonderoga to their regatta. Given the celebrated history of these yachts, there is lots of excitement to see them on Antiguan shores once again in just a few months time! Read More
COMMUNITY ANCHOR: FRANKLYN BRATHWAITE February 18th 2022
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
The National Parks Authority is pleased to begin its Community Anchor series by featuring none other than Franklyn Brathwaite. Like Franklyn, each of our heroes have made an outstanding contribution to the development of the English Harbour and Falmouth communities. Read More
NAVIGATORS PLOT FOR THE RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 18th 2022
RORC Caribbean 600
Three navigators spill the beans on what lies ahead for their respective teams in the 13th edition of the RORC Caribbean 600, which starts on Monday 21 February. The RORC Caribbean 600 has a racecourse like no other, testing the seamanship of the crews with a myriad of manoeuvres around 11 Caribbean islands. Read More
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE February 23rd 2022
RORC Caribbean 600
Caribbean sea blue caps are being sold at the Antigua Yacht Club. Don`t miss your chance to get your commemorative merchandise. Read More
HOW TO FOLLOW THE RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 17th 2022
RORC Caribbean 600
A spectacular fleet of 75 boats, ranging from 32ft (10m) to 125ft (38.07m) will take the start of the 13th edition of the 600 nautical mile RORC Caribbean 600 on Monday 21st February 2022. Teams from all around the globe are arriving in Antigua and represent over 32 different nations. Read More
BEAUTY AND THE BEAST February 17th 2022
RORC Caribbean 600
Seventy-five boats are entered for the RORC Caribbean 600 which starts on Monday 21 February in Antigua. The bulk of the astonishing fleet will be racing under IRC for overall victory and the RORC Caribbean 600 Trophy Read More
CARNIVAL 2022 CONSULTATIONS February 17th 2022
Antigua Carnival
Carnival 2022 will be held from July 27th to August 2nd with Festival Commission organized pre-carnival events to include T-Shirt Mas, a formal gala celebrating the 80th birthday of Sir McLean “King Short Shirt” Emanuel and a Teen Rave and Car Show competition. Read More
MULTIHULL TOP 10 FOR THE RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 15th 2022
RORC Caribbean 600
This year’s RORC Caribbean 600 features a spectacular MOCRA Class with 10 multihulls in action. Whilst the overall winner of the RORC Caribbean 600 will be the monohull with best corrected time under IRC, racing under the MOCRA rating rule, many of the multihull class of 2022 are new to the race and the winner, after time correction, is wide open Read More
SIR LESTER BIRD MEDICAL CENTRE GRADUALLY RESUMES SERVICES February 11th 2022
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
After a sharp increase in COVID-19 cases which prompted Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre (SLBMC) to suspend some outpatient clinics and lab services (with exceptions), the hospital is now preparing to resume those services. Read More
COUNTDOWN TO THE RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 7th 2022
RORC Caribbean 600
With nearly 80 entries racing under the IRC Rating Rule, MOCRA and Class40 division, the 13th edition of the RORC Caribbean 600 is set to be an awesome event. Read More
COZY UP AT ANA`S February 3rd 2022
Ana's On the Beach
Cozy up on one of Ana’s huge daybeds with beautifully framing and scattered on the beach directly facing the sea, white tables, and tall bar seats taking up space on the sand.
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GUEST REVIEW February 2nd 2022
Ana's On the Beach
Check out one of Ana`s on the Beach`s guest reviews and be sure to make your reservation today. Read More
LET`S GO RACING February 2nd 2022
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The Antigua Dragon Yacht Club Challenge is attracting world class sailors to compete in these sleek and fast 29` Petticrows. Read More
ANTIGUA ISLAND GIRLS BACK ON THE ROW AGAIN January 28th 2022
World's Toughest Row
Team Antigua Island Girls is taking on another ocean rowing challenge – the Pacific Ocean.
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HOSTING EVENTS January 24th 2022
Ana's On the Beach
Enjoy your special moments and milestones with Ana`s On the Beach, as they are now offering hosting services. Read More
JOB VACANCIES January 24th 2022
Ana's On the Beach
Ana`s On the Beach is ready for you to join their vibrant, fun and energetic team. Read More
RORC TRANSATLANTIC RECORD-BREAKING WINNER January 28th 2022
RORC Caribbean 600
Comanche has set a new race record for the 3,000nm race from Lanzarote to Grenada of 7 days 22 hours 1 minute 4 seconds Read More
VOTE FOR ANA`S ON THE BEACH January 21st 2022
Ana's On the Beach
Vote for Ana`s on the Beach as Best Beach Bar in the Caribbean in USA Today`s 2022 10Best Readers` Choice Travel Awards!
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VOTE FOR NELSON`S DOCKYARD January 19th 2022
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
Vote for Nelson`s Dockyard as Best Attraction in the Caribbean in USA Today`s 2022 10Best Readers` Choice Travel Awards!
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ATLANTIC CHALLENGE OVERALL WINNERS - SWISS RAW January 18th 2022
World's Toughest Row
We are happy to announce the overall winners of #TWAC2021. Read More
PROTOCOLS FOR TWAC ARRIVALS January 13th 2022
World's Toughest Row
More details are incoming on the TWAC arrivals. Stay tuned for more information. Read More
FOLLOW TWAC 2021 January 7th 2022
World's Toughest Row
Track the fleet for the world`s toughest row with 35 teams representing 13 countries on a 3,000 mile race across the Atlantic Ocean Read More
RORC TRANSATLANTIC RACE January 6th 2022
RORC Caribbean 600
From the mighty Comanche to the minuscule Jangada, 30 teams from all over the world will start the 8th edition of the RORC Transatlantic Race. Read More
ANTIGUA CLASSIC REGATTA 2022 December 29th 2021
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta will run from March 30 to April 2, 2022, with three days of racing – a reduction from four days in previous years.
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CHRISTMAS TIME AT ANA`S December 21st 2021
Ana's On the Beach
Ana`s on the Beach welcomes you to dine in for the holiday season Read More
CHRISTMAS CARD GIVEAWAY December 10th 2021
Brysons Shipping & Insurance
Enter for a chance to win 1 of 5 Gift Certificates from Lipstick Antigua compliments of Brysons Insurance Agency – it’s easy to enter and win! Enter Now! Read More
TRAVIS ENROUTE TO LA GOMERA December 7th 2021
World's Toughest Row
After visiting Team Antigua Pairs` boat "Wolf" at VC Bird International Airport tonight, Travis is once again en route to La Gomera via London Read More
BOAT SHOW IN FULL SWING December 7th 2021
Antigua Charter Yacht Show
Antigua Charter Yacht Show returns after a one year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More
TALISKER WHISKY ATLANTIC CHALLENGE STARTS ON DECEMBER 12TH December 6th 2021
World's Toughest Row
107 entrants including solo, pairs, trios, fours & fives, will compete this year`s row. Read More
XMAS GIFT CERTIFICATE December 2nd 2021
Steph & Vladas Studio
Book a hair or nail appointment, or purchase fabulous wall art & magnets, home & office décor items, personalized signs, and more. Read More
TICCHIO`S CHRISTMAS SWEETS AND OPENING HOURS December 2nd 2021
Ticchio - Italian Food and Wine
Christmas Time is here and to celebrate we have buffalo mozzarella, burrata, and lots of Christmas sweets available Read More
HARPER`S HOLIDAY ITEMS December 14th 2021
Harper's Office Depot
Harper`s Office Depot has got you covered for Christmas! Read More
WELCOME BACK TO ANA`S ON THE BEACH! November 25th 2021
Ana's On the Beach
After a prolonged closure due to COVID-19, Ana`s On The Beach is back and ready to welcome you home! Read More
ACYR: WE`RE ON FOR NEXT YEAR November 15th 2021
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta invites you to join the regatta next year, March 30th to April 4th. Read More
40TH ANNIVERSARY OF INDEPENDENCE FESTIVAL OF CHOIRS October 27th 2021
Antigua & Barbuda Independence Festival
The event was premiered on National Media, Antigua Broadcasting Station (ABS), and social media. Read More
LAUNCH OF 40TH ANNIVERSARY OF INDEPENDENCE COMMEMORATIVE MAGAZINE October 26th 2021
Antigua & Barbuda Independence Festival
The electronic version of the magazine will be released on October 31st. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600 – BACK IN ACTION October 7th 2021
RORC Caribbean 600
The hiatus is over - the RORC Caribbean 600 is back and set to start in Antigua on February 21st, 2022 Read More
JOB VACANCY: REVENUE AND RECEIVABLES MANAGER September 30th 2021
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre is seeking to employ a highly skilled and motivated individual to fill the position. Read More
40TH INDEPENDENCE LOGO AND THEME September 29th 2021
Antigua & Barbuda Independence Festival
The logo & theme for this years Anniversary of Independence has been released. Read More
60TH ANNIVERSARY PICTURE COMPETITION September 24th 2021
Antigua Charter Yacht Show
Tag your Antigua Charter Yacht Show oldest memories photos to receive a special prize. Read More
DIVE WITH A VAXXED TEAM September 8th 2021
Dive Carib
All members of the Dive Carib team including on-site staff at the National Sailing Academy have been vaccinated. Read More
RESTRICTION ON ELECTIVE & NON-ESSENTIAL SERVICES September 2nd 2021
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre will be restricting Elective & Non-Essential Services, effective 6 September 2021. Read More
KING'S CASINO OPENING HOURS September 1st 2021
King's Casino
The casino is open daily from 9am-7pm. Stop by to play the table games or slot machines in a safe environment. Read More
2021 TRAVELERS' CHOICE AWARD WINNER August 31st 2021
Dive Carib
Dive Carib, Antigua's only independent 5 star PADI facility was the recipient of the award. Read More
RACE CHARTER OPTIONS AVAILABLE FOR CARIBBEAN 600 August 27th 2021
RORC Caribbean 600
Whole boat charters or individual spaces are available with LV Yachting. Read More
SLB MEDICAL CENTRE NEW GUIDELINES August 23rd 2021
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
The hospital is monitoring the rise in COVID-19 cases and have adjusted the visitation guidelines as needed. Read More
EARLY REGISTRATION OPEN UNTIL 31 AUGUST August 19th 2021
Antigua Charter Yacht Show
Take advantage of the 60 FOR 60 early registration special until 31st August. Read More
2021 TRAVELERS’ CHOICE AWARD August 12th 2021
Ana's On the Beach
Ana's On the Beach has earned a 2021 Travelers Choice Award! Read More
STUFF THE BUS SCHOOL SUPPLIES DRIVE August 10th 2021
Harper's Office Depot
Please contribute to the initiative either through monetary donations, or the purchase of school supplies. Read More
JOB VACANCIES June 28th 2021
Dive Carib
Dive Carib is looking for a PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor & Deckhand/Snorkel Guide. Read More
SIR LBMSJMC ANNOUNCES NEW BOARD OF DIRECTORS June 10th 2021
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
The new Board of Directors includes Glentis Goodwin as the Chairman. Goodwin will succeed Sean Cenac, former Board Chairman. Read More
ROYAL OCEAN RACING CLUB APPOINTS NEW CHIEF EXECUTIVE April 6th 2021
RORC Caribbean 600
Jeremy Wilton will join the Royal Ocean Racing Club as Chief Executive. Read More
CANCELLATION OF 2021 ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA March 23rd 2021
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
For classic yachts already here, we are hoping to hold an informal sailing only weekend at the end of April. Read More
ABFC JOINS THE BATTLE AGAINST COVID-19 February 25th 2021
Antigua Carnival
Antigua and Barbuda Festivals Commission launch #IDAREYOUTOSTAYSAFE social media campaign. Read More
PAPERCLIPS COVID-19 DELIVERY CHANGES February 10th 2021
Paperclips Ltd.
In an effort to minimizing interactions with persons & workplaces, Paperclips delivery service will now be by curbside drop-off only.
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TEAM ANTIGUA COMPLETE ATLANTIC ROW January 29th 2021
World's Toughest Row
Travis Weste and JoJo Nunes, of Team Antigua Pairs, have completed their Atlantic row after 47 days, 6 hours, 57 minutes. Read More
MANGROVE WETLANDS SURVEY REPORT February 4th 2021
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
This study was conducted by the National Parks Authority through partnership with the Antigua & Barbuda Department of Environment.
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TEAM ANTIGUA PAIRS ARRIVAL NOTICE January 26th 2021
World's Toughest Row
Travis Weste and Jojo Nunes of Team Antigua Pairs are set to end their journey and arrive in Nelsons Dockyard over the next few days. Read More
PROTOCOLS FOR TEAM ANTIGUA PAIRS TWAC ARRIVAL January 21st 2021
World's Toughest Row
Supporters are strongly encouraged to celebrate the teams' arrival as a virtual event. Read More
GREEN DRAGON AND PALANAD 3 SCORCH INTO ANTIGUA January 20th 2021
RORC Caribbean 600
Celebrations on board Green Dragon after winning the IMA Trophy and Monohull Line Honours in the RORC Transatlantic Race. Read More
RAYON VERT - MULTIHULL LINE HONOURS IN RORC TRANSATLANTIC RACE January 20th 2021
RORC Caribbean 600
Trimaran Rayon Vert crossed the finish line of the 7th edition of the RORC Transatlantic Race at 13:33 UTC in an elapsed time of 9 days, 3 hours, 33 mins and 19 secs. Read More
2021 RORC CARIBBEAN 600 IS CANCELLED January 13th 2021
RORC Caribbean 600
Competitors will have to wait until 21 February 2022 to take part in the Caribbean's only offshore race. Read More
SUPPORT TEAM ANTIGUA PAIRS December 29th 2020
World's Toughest Row
Please support their efforts by donating what you can to their charity of choice - The Rotary Club of Antigua Sundown. Read More
PADI ENRICHED AIR DIVER COURSE December 29th 2020
Dive Carib
Start your PADI Enriched Air Diver course today with DiveCarib by taking advantage of PADIs 25% off eLearning package. Read More
DOCKYARD INTRODUCES FREE ENTRY FOR CHRISTMAS DAY December 23rd 2020
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
Restaurants, guided by the established protocols, will be open. Read More
CHRISTMAS ITEMS AVAILABLE December 10th 2020
Harper's Office Depot
Buy Santa hat, reindeer antlers, gift bags, gift wrap and other items from Harper's Office Depot. Read More
2021 RORC CARIBBEAN 600 - RACE UPDATE November 25th 2020
RORC Caribbean 600
The 13th edition of the race is scheduled to start off Fort Charlotte on Monday, February 22nd. Read More
PADI OPEN WATER DIVER COURSE November 25th 2020
Dive Carib
Sign up for the 3-day course with Dive Carib starting on Thursday, November 26th. Read More
TEAM ANTIGUA PAIRS FORMALLY ANNOUNCE CHARITY OF CHOICE November 19th 2020
World's Toughest Row
The pair will be rowing to raise funds for The Rotary Club of Antigua Sundown Read More
UNESCO DESIGNATED NELSON November 2nd 2020
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
After months of diligent and careful preparation, the Nelsons Dockyard National Park, is preparing for a phased re-opening, scheduled for Thursday 4th November, 2020. Read More
MY ANTIGUA BARBUDA INDEPENDENCE HASHTAG CAMPAIGN October 27th 2020
Antigua & Barbuda Independence Festival
ABFC announces its social media campaign for the Nations 39th Anniversary of Independence. Read More
59TH ANTIGUA CHARTER YACHT SHOW CANCELLED October 26th 2020
Antigua Charter Yacht Show
Due to the resurgence of COVID -19 and the subsequent risks to all involved in the show. Read More
ABFC TO HOST VIRTUAL CALYPSO MONARCH COMPETITION September 23rd 2020
Antigua & Barbuda Independence Festival
The competition will be staged on Saturday, October 31st. Deadline for registration and track submission is October 16th. Read More
CASHIER WANTED AT MSJMC September 16th 2020
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
MSJMC is seeking an extraordinary individual to fill the position of cashier. Submit resume by September 22nd. Read More
CABINET SCALES DOWN INDEPENDENCE CELEBRATIONS September 10th 2020
Antigua & Barbuda Independence Festival
The celebrations is set for October 25th to November 2nd. See the full schedule. Read More
TEAM ANTIGUA PAIRS - ATLANTIC ROWERS SEEK SPONSORSHIP September 7th 2020
World's Toughest Row
Travis Weste of and Joseph JoJo Nunes are seeking sponsorship to row the Atlantic Ocean in the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge. Read More
COVID-19 TESTING AT SLB MOUNT ST. JOHN'S MEDICAL CENTRE June 11th 2021
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
Check out the requirements, processing fees and other details. Read More
ANA'S BEACH-STAYCATION PACKAGES August 6th 2020
Ana's On the Beach
Spend an amazing weekend by the sea at Ana's on the Beach. The first person pays EC$120. Read More
2020 VIRTUAL PARTY MONARCH COMPETITION FINALISTS July 28th 2020
Antigua Carnival
Ricardo Drue, Natural Rampler, Ezzy Rattigan and other top artistes will perform on Saturday, August 1st. Read More
ABFC TO HOST VIRTUAL PARTY MONARCH COMPETITION July 22nd 2020
Antigua Carnival
The competition will be staged on Saturday, August 1st. Read More
ANA’S NEW BREAKFAST & MAIN MENUS July 26th 2021
Ana's On the Beach
Ana's on the Beach is open daily. See the new breakfast menu & main menu and call now to reserve your space! Read More
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING June 4th 2020
Local Cricket Games
The memorandum is to underpin a long term partnership between the LICB and BCB.
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ANA'S STRICT SAFETY & HANDLING PROCEDURES May 26th 2020
Ana's On the Beach
Check out the safety procedures for take-out & delivery service, and when the dining rooms reopen Read More
HURRICANE CHECKLIST May 26th 2020
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
This year, due to COVID-19 you will need to consider adding hand sanitizer, gloves, face coverings and disinfecting wipes to your kit. Read More
JOB VACANCY: MEDICAL RECORDS-UNIT CLERK May 8th 2020
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
Interested applicants are encouraged to submit their applications by Friday, May 22nd. Read More
LEAVE A REVIEW FOR DIVE CARIB April 29th 2020
Dive Carib
If you have enjoyed diving with Dive Carib but didn't get around to leaving a review, please do so now on Google or on TripAdvisor. Read More
MSJMC RESUMES SERVICES ON A LIMITED BASIS April 24th 2020
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
The hospital will resume services which were previously halted due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Read More
2020 ANTIGUA CARNIVAL CANCELLED April 20th 2020
Antigua Carnival
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the greatest summer festival which was scheduled for July 23rd - August 4th has been cancelled.
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RORC LOCKDOWN LIVE SERIES: TIME OVER DISTANCE April 6th 2020
RORC Caribbean 600
Time Over Distance Volume 1: Interview with Briton Brian Thompson who has broken 33 world sailing records! Read More
BRYSONS OPERATING HOURS May 18th 2020
Brysons Shipping & Insurance
Open Monday-Thursday from 8am-5pm, and on Fridays from 8am-4pm. Read More
MSJMC LIFTS NO VISITOR POLICY May 29th 2020
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
With universal protections in place, the medical centre has lifted its no-visitor policy. Read More
DIVE CARIB REOPENS WITH 20% DISCOUNT May 18th 2020
Dive Carib
Open and will be taking small groups out while maintaining COVID-19 guidelines. Read More
IMPORTANT INFORMATION March 31st 2020
Brysons Shipping & Insurance
The company has initiated several measures to comply with social distancing practices. Check out the payment options and more. Read More
NEW BACK-TO-SCHOOL OPENING HOURS August 25th 2020
Harper's Office Depot
For your convenience, Harper's has updated their opening hours. Read More
POSTPONEMENT OF ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA March 16th 2020
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The committee has decided to postpone the Regatta until next year. Read More
ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA RACE UPDATES March 11th 2020
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
New boats joining the fleet, sponsor and race updates plus more as we look forward to the regatta over 1st - 7th April. Read More
2019 TALISKER WHISKY ATLANTIC CHALLENGE WRAPS March 9th 2020
World's Toughest Row
The arrival of womens pairs team Row Off The Wall on Saturday signals the end of the 2019 Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge after 86 days. Read More
NPA UNVEILS MEMORIAL OF ENSLAVED AFRICANS March 9th 2020
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
The Museum in Nelsons Dockyard is now home to an exhibit that pays homage to a group of enslaved Africans. Read More
FINAL WRAP FILM OF THE 2020 RORC CARIBBEAN 600 March 2nd 2020
RORC Caribbean 600
View the 23 minute film of the 2020 RORC Caribbean 600 race. Includes interviews with competitors and winners from all classes across the fleet. Read More
OUTSIDER LIFTS THE RORC CARIBBEAN 600 TROPHY February 29th 2020
RORC Caribbean 600
The overall winner of the 12th edition of the RORC Caribbean 600 was Tilmar Hansen's TP52 Outsider. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600: FIGHT TO THE FINISH February 28th 2020
RORC Caribbean 600
In the 18-strong IRC One feet, two yachts rose above the rest to fight for the class win. Read More
VIDEO: FIRST FINISHERS IN THE 12TH RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 27th 2020
RORC Caribbean 600
After three nights & four days of competition, the first boats have arrived back on the docks. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600: TO WIZARD THE GUN - CLASS WINNERS TO COME February 27th 2020
RORC Caribbean 600
David & Peter Askew's Volvo 70 Wizard, wins Monohull Line Honours for the second year Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600: POWERPLAY WIN WITH LAST THROW OF THE DICE February 26th 2020
RORC Caribbean 600
70 teams are still racing in the RORC Caribbean 600, stay up to date as the drama unfolds. Read More
ONE MORE TEAM AT SEA FOR TWAC 2019 February 26th 2020
World's Toughest Row
The challenge is now into its 75th day, and the final team Row Off The Wall, has 319NM to finish (as of Wednesday 26th February at 11am local time). Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600: TROPICAL SNAKES & LADDERS February 25th 2020
RORC Caribbean 600
After a sublime start and a reach up to Barbuda in beautiful conditions, the majority of the fleet experienced the first trap of the course. Read More
LIGHT AIR COMBAT: START OF THE RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 25th 2020
RORC Caribbean 600
Sparkling conditions prevailed for the start of the 12th edition of the race. Read More
VIDEO: PREVIEW OF THE 2020 RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 24th 2020
RORC Caribbean 600
The diverse fleet will be competing in four classes, with 74 entries sailed by over 700 crew members. Read More
VIDEO: WEATHER ROUTING FOR THE 2020 RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 21st 2020
RORC Caribbean 600
Wouter Verbraak, Head of Sevenstar Racing Yacht Logistics walks the course before the start of the RORC. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600 - HOW TO FOLLOW THE RACE February 21st 2020
RORC Caribbean 600
Watch the starts live with commentary via the RORC Facebook (search Royal Ocean Racing Club). Read More
37 NATIONS GATHER FOR THE RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 20th 2020
RORC Caribbean 600
A preview of this years runners and riders for the 12th edition of the race. Read More
ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA LOCKS IN CONTRACT WITH TWAC CAMPAIGNS February 17th 2020
World's Toughest Row
Tourism officials sealed the deal for the renowned challenge Read More
GETTING READY FOR THE RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 14th 2020
RORC Caribbean 600
With less than two weeks until the start of the race, boats and crew are beginning to arrive in Antigua. Read More
2020 RORC CARIBBEAN 600 GEAR AVAILABLE February 11th 2020
RORC Caribbean 600
Stock will be on sale at the Antigua Yacht Club from Wednesday, February 19th. Read More
TEAM ANTIGUA PAIRS FOR TWAC 2020 February 10th 2020
World's Toughest Row
Theres a new Team Antigua for the 2020 Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge. Read More
TWAC 2019 FLEET UPDATE February 10th 2020
World's Toughest Row
29 of 35 teams have completed the 2019 Talisker Whiskey Atlantic Challenge, with the latest arrival completed today. Read More
REGISTRATION COMMENCES FOR ANTIGUA’S CARNIVAL February 7th 2020
Antigua Carnival
The ABFC wishes to advise that registration is currently open for the disciplines listed. Read More
TWAC 2019 UPDATE January 28th 2020
World's Toughest Row
Following the first arrival on 13th January of Team Fortitude IV, weve seen several other arrivals since, and even the falling of some world records. Read More
ACYR NOTICE OF RACE AND UPDATES January 17th 2020
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
View the Notice of Race and register if you haven't as yet. The fees are reduced prior to March 1st. Read More
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR RORC CARIBBEAN 600 January 15th 2020
RORC Caribbean 600
Role includes delivering well earned cold beers to finishing crews on a 4-hour watch. Read More
RORC TRANSATLANTIC RACE MOVES TO JANUARY FROM 2021 January 14th 2020
RORC Caribbean 600
The 7th edition of the race will start from Calero Marinas Puerto Calero. Read More
FIRST IN FOR 2020 January 14th 2020
World's Toughest Row
Here we have it the first arrival for 2020 for the 2019 edition of the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge! Read More
FIRST ARRIVALS IN THE 2019 TWAC FLEET January 13th 2020
World's Toughest Row
Get ready to welcome the first set of rowers in Nelsons Dockyard as they complete their 3000nm Atlantic crossing. Read More
VOTE FOR NELSON'S DOCKYARD January 8th 2020
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
Nelsons Dockyard has been nominated as The Best Caribbean Attraction by USA Today10Best. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600: BIG BOAT THEORY January 8th 2020
RORC Caribbean 600
21 teams of racing yachts of 50ft. or over have already signed up for the 600-mile blast around 11 Caribbean Islands. Read More
OPENING HOURS June 22nd 2020
Paperclips Ltd.
Paperclips is open Monday to Friday from 8am-4pm. Open on Saturdays from 9am-1pm. Read More
BATTLE LINES FORMING FOR 2020 RORC CARIBBEAN 600 December 18th 2019
RORC Caribbean 600
Already the early entries are nudging towards an eclectic mix of 50 boats. Read More
TRACK THE 2019 TWAC FLEET December 16th 2019
World's Toughest Row
The 2019 Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge is under-way, with the fleet having left La Gomera in the Canary Islands on 12th December. Read More
ACYR: OUR 2020 FLEET IS SHAPING UP NICELY November 15th 2019
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Changing the dates of the Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta has enabled various past participants to attend. Read More
THE ANTIGUA CHARTER YACHT MEETING MOBILE APP October 31st 2019
Antigua Charter Yacht Show
Receive digital invitation for events, searchable calendar of events & more when you download the app. Read More
ARGO, MASERATI, POWERPLAY SET FOR 2020 RORC CARIBBEAN 600 October 7th 2019
RORC Caribbean 600
A highly competitive multihull fleet is expected for the 12th edition of the race. Read More
39TH INDEPENDENCE OFFICIAL LOGO October 7th 2020
Antigua & Barbuda Independence Festival
This year, the Independence Activities will be held under the theme, One Purpose, One Vision, One Nation. Read More
ABFC SUPPORTS BAHAMAS RELIEF EFFORTS IN TRINIDAD September 24th 2019
Antigua Carnival
ABFC alongside the CIU partners with Bahamas Red Cross and other organizers. Read More
76 PHOTOS THAT PROVE ANTIGUA CARNIVAL IS BADDER THAN BAD August 14th 2019
Antigua Carnival
Experiencing the vibes of Antigua should be at the top of your carnival list. Read More
STUFF THE BUS SCHOOL SUPPLIES DRIVE August 12th 2019
Harper's Office Depot
Donate to Harpers annual program which provides supplies to underprivileged children. Read More
CARNIVAL MONDAY AND TUESDAY RESULTS August 8th 2019
Antigua Carnival
See who won best school troupe, largest j'ouvert troupe, road march and more. Read More
2019 CARNIVAL OFFICIAL PARADE ROUTES July 25th 2019
Antigua Carnival
Don't get caught up in traffic or at road blocks, view the routes for July 25th - August 6th. Read More
PLANS FOR PIANGOFEST CONTINUE TO TAKE SHAPE July 22nd 2019
Antigua and Barbuda Mango Festival
A PiAngoFest Selfie competition is also now in progress, see how to enter the contest. Read More
FLOW PARTY MONARCH SEMI-FINALISTS July 3rd 2019
Antigua Carnival
Check out this year's semi-finalists in the competition to be held on Monday, July 22nd from 7pm at ARG. Read More
NPA HOSTS YOUTH SAILORS FROM ACROSS THE GLOBE June 27th 2019
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
They have pulled out every possible stop to ensure that the event is successful. Read More
DATES SET FOR QUARTER FINALS & SEMI-FINALS June 25th 2019
Antigua Carnival
Junior and Senior, Party & Calypso Monarch artistes are asked to take note of the dates. Read More
NATIONAL PARKS AUTHORITY EMBARKS ON TRAIL DEVELOPMENT PROJECT June 24th 2019
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
They are in the midst of improving various trails. Read More
2019 CARNIVAL REGISTRATION DEADLINE June 21st 2019
Antigua Carnival
Registration for Antiguas Carnival will officially conclude on Wednesday, June 26th. Read More
2019 CARNIVAL SCHEDULE OF EVENTS July 25th 2019
Antigua Carnival
Check out the festivities planned for this year's carnival taking place over July 25th to August 6th. Read More
ADL PLEDGES CONTINUED SUPPORT OF ANTIGUA’S CARNIVAL June 20th 2019
Antigua Carnival
Three events during the festivities have been rebranded.
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PINEAPPLEMANGOFEST (PI-ANGO) REGISTRATION NOTICE June 11th 2019
Antigua and Barbuda Mango Festival
Register now and lets make this years fest bigger and better than ever! Registration closes on July 26th. Read More
PINEAPPLEMANGOFEST (PI-ANGOFEST) SELFIE COMPETITION June 11th 2019
Antigua and Barbuda Mango Festival
Take a Selfie eating Mangoes or Pineapples in a way that shows you are really enjoying the taste of the fruits. Read More
DATE CHANGE FOR NEXT YEAR'S ACYR May 31st 2019
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Due to popular demand, the dates of the 33rd Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta have been changed to 1-7 April 2020. Read More
NELSON'S DOCKYARD: PUBLIC NOTICE May 30th 2019
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
Children's Adventure Day among other events affected due to Optimist World Championship.
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ANTIGUA CARNIVAL 2019 LAUNCHED May 21st 2019
Antigua Carnival
This year, the ABFC styled the Carnival Launch as a two-part series, which included the first-ever T-shirt Mas. Read More
ANA`S OPENING HOURS January 6th 2021
Ana's On the Beach
Breakfast is served at 8am. Lunch, bar, and dinner menus are available all day until 10pm. Read More
TWAC 2018 RACE SUMMARY VIDEO May 7th 2019
World's Toughest Row
Atlantic Campaigns presents the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge 2018 Race Summary Video. Read More
CARNIVAL REGISTRATION COMMENCES April 30th 2019
Antigua Carnival
Registration for Antiguas Carnival 2019, The Caribbeans Greatest Summer Festival, has officially begun. Read More
CLASSICS WITH COLOUR April 26th 2019
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The 2019 Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta fittingly came to a close after Tuesdays Gig Racing and Cream Teas. Read More
ACYR: PRIDE, POLISH AND PRIZES April 23rd 2019
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
For days, captains and crews laboured in preparation for the Concours d Elgance. A few boats employed the come-as-you-are strategy. Read More
WINNERS ANNOUNCED AT ANTIGUA CLASSICS April 23rd 2019
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
In the Classic Schooner Class, Gonzalo Botin's 54' schooner Severine won the last race to take class honours. Read More
ACYR: THE STAGE IS SET April 9th 2019
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Antiguas 32nd Classic Yacht Regatta launches April 17th with a dramatically diverse fleet set to race in eight categories. Read More
NPA HOSTS STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT ON MARINE ECOSYSTEMS March 28th 2019
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
The National Parks Authority has mounted a major undertaking. Read More
MORE NEW ENTRIES FOR ANTIGUA CLASSICS March 18th 2019
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Entries include the beautiful DIRIGO II, vintage 66ft Herreshoff ketch AARLUUK, and 39 Carriacou sloop GREAT EXPECTATION. Read More
NEW SPONSORS, COURSES, CLASSES AND OLD TRADITIONS March 18th 2019
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
ACYR welcomes aboard new main sponsor LOCMAN from Elba, Italy and Norwegian company Brova Idea. Read More
CHARTER PLACES AVAILABLE FOR ANTIGUA CLASSICS March 18th 2019
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Book your space now on the stunning1939 stay-sail schooner EROS, or on the beautiful 67 topsail schooner MARIE DES ISLES. Read More
ABSF TO HONOUR DECEASED ANGLERS May 23rd 2019
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
The 53rd Sport Fishing Tournament will be dedicated to Charlie Meyer, Sean MacMillan and Stuart Griffith. Read More
2018 TALISKER WHISKY ATLANTIC CHALLENGE WRAPS March 4th 2019
World's Toughest Row
With the arrival of the final rower, Kelda Wood, we see the close another gruelling Atlantic row, the 2018 Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge. Read More
VIDEO: THE STORY OF THE 2019 RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 25th 2019
RORC Caribbean 600
Watch the wrap-up film of the 11th edition of this epic race with 76 teams from 21 countries.
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IT'S A WRAP - 2019 RORC CARIBBEAN 600 CONCLUDES February 23rd 2019
RORC Caribbean 600
All the classes had amazing competition and many finished the race just minutes apart. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600: TOP OF THE CLASS February 22nd 2019
RORC Caribbean 600
David and Peter Askew's Volvo 70 team racing Wizard will lift the trophy for the best corrected time under IRC. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600 LATEST VIDEO February 21st 2019
RORC Caribbean 600
Check out the video of the early arrivals including interviews and Class40 winner. Read More
WIZARD WINS THE RORC CARIBBEAN 600 TROPHY February 21st 2019
RORC Caribbean 600
David and Peter Askew's American Volvo 70 Wizard has won the trophy, scoring the best corrected time under IRC. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600: CLASS40 FIGHT TO THE FINISH February 21st 2019
RORC Caribbean 600
Catherine Pourre's French Class40 Erendil won Line Honours for the second year in a row. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600: MAGIC MOMENT - MONOHULL LINE HONOURS FOR WIZARD February 20th 2019
RORC Caribbean 600
Wizard has set the bar for the overall win under IRC for the trophy. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600: RECORD FOR MASERATI AND MULTIHULL LINE HONOURS February 20th 2019
RORC Caribbean 600
Maserati crossed the finish line at 20:49:00 AST on Tuesday. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN: 600 MULTIHULL SPAGHETTI WESTERN February 19th 2019
RORC Caribbean 600
Multi70 Maserati and MOD70 Argo have been ripping up the race track. Read More
TWO MORE TEAMS TO WELCOME FOR TWAC18 February 19th 2019
World's Toughest Row
25 of 27 teams in the 2018 Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge have crossed the finish line and enjoyed an awe-inspiring welcome into Nelsons Dockyard Read More
ANOTHER ENTRY FOR ANTIGUA CLASSICS FROM THE PANERAI TRANSAT CLASSIQUE February 19th 2019
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The 1936 Bermudan Ketch Coch y Bondhu will be joining the 32nd edition. Read More
BLAST OFF FOR THE RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 19th 2019
RORC Caribbean 600
The 2019 RORC Caribbean 600 kicked off in spectacular conditions off the south coast of Antigua. Watch the video. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600: GET SET FOR A CRACKER + PREVIEW VIDEO February 18th 2019
RORC Caribbean 600
Five starts are scheduled from 1100-1140 local time with the multihulls in the final start. Read More
HOW TO FOLLOW THE 2019 RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 15th 2019
RORC Caribbean 600
On Monday 18th February, all eyes will be on Antigua as around 80 boats from over 20 countries will start the RORC Caribbean 600. Read More
BATTLE LINES FOR THE RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 13th 2019
RORC Caribbean 600
Seventy-eight yachts have entered the race. Ten multihulls will be racing, boasting phenomenal talent among the crews. Read More
REGISTRATION BEGINS FOR 2019 QUEEN OF CARNIVAL February 8th 2019
Antigua Carnival
Applicants must be between the ages of 18 & 26, and a citizen of Antigua and Barbuda. Read More
THE CUTTING EDGE OF THE RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 8th 2019
RORC Caribbean 600
In recent years the multihull fleet has been on the rise and the current race record is most definitely under threat. Read More
TEAM ANTIGUA ISLAND GIRLS ARRIVAL & TWAC UPDATE February 5th 2019
World's Toughest Row
After 47 days, 8 hours and 25 minutes, the Team Antigua Island Girls completed the 2018 Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge in 13th position. Read More
LIMITED EDITION RORC CARIBBEAN 600 MERCHANDISE AVAILABLE February 19th 2019
RORC Caribbean 600
The fantastic range of race gear by Musto includes t-shirts, polos, shorts and more for both men & women. Read More
A NEW APPROACH TO ANTIGUA CLASSICS February 5th 2019
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Carlo Falcone explains some of the changes that will be made for the 2019 Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta.
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RORC CARIBBEAN 600: SPECTATOR INFO February 5th 2019
RORC Caribbean 600
The 2019 RORC Caribbean 600 will start on 18th February off Fort Charlotte, Antigua. Read More
THE LATEST ENTRIES FOR ANTIGUA CLASSICS 2019 January 30th 2019
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
New and old entries keep registering so our 32nd Regatta in April is looking like it will be a very exciting and competitive event. Read More
SEIZE THE OPPORTUNITY - YOUTH IN THE RORC CARIBBEAN 600 January 29th 2019
RORC Caribbean 600
Young up-and-coming sailors will be racing alongside and against some of the world's best. Read More
TEAM ANTIGUA ISLAND GIRLS ARRIVAL NOTICE January 28th 2019
World's Toughest Row
Please take note of rules for mariners welcoming the Team Antigua Island Girls, and traffic guidelines. Read More
TWAC18 ARRIVALS ROLLING IN January 22nd 2019
World's Toughest Row
Its been a busy week so far in Nelsons Dockyard with the arrivals of the first 6 teams in the 2018 Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge. Read More
VOTE FOR NELSON'S DOCKYARD January 21st 2019
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
Nelson's Dockyard has been nominated for 2019 Best Caribbean Attraction by USA Today 10Best Readers' Choice Awards. Read More
NEW CLASSES IN THE 2019 ANTIGUA CLASSICS January 17th 2019
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The Dragon Class, last included in 2009, will be re-introduced into the 2019 Classics in April. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600: OFFSHORE NIRVANA January 14th 2019
RORC Caribbean 600
With just over a month to go until the start of the race, 77 teams from across the world have already entered. Read More
LOOK FORWARD TO FIRST TWAC ARRIVALS January 8th 2019
World's Toughest Row
With the fleet having been at sea now for just under 4 weeks, we can start to expect the first arrivals next week! Read More
ROBB REPORT: THE TOP YACHTS FROM THE ACYM January 8th 2019
Antigua Charter Yacht Show
Among the selection is the 269-foot superyacht Alfa Nero from Oceanco, the 163-foot Heesen-built hybrid motor yacht Home, and more. Read More
CARIB BEER JOINS THE CLASSIC TEAM January 7th 2019
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Its thirsty work racing on a classic yacht in sunny Antigua! Thank goodness for a nice cool Carib beer afterwards! Read More
ANTIGUA CHARTER YACHT SHOW 2018 WRAP December 21st 2018
Antigua Charter Yacht Show
Photos and a video slideshow from the 2018 Antigua Charter Yacht Show, along with a coverage article on the events. Read More
STUNNING FLEET SET FOR RORC CARIBBEAN 600 December 21st 2018
RORC Caribbean 600
Early entries for the 2019 RORC Caribbean 600 reveal a stunning fleet of famous professional teams taking part alongside passionate corinthian crews. Read More
TRACK THE TEAM ANTIGUA ISLAND GIRLS December 21st 2018
World's Toughest Row
Our own Team Antigua Island Girls are on the water, rowing the Atlantic from La Gomera, Canary Islands, to home Nelsons Dockyard, Antigua. Read More
NEW ENTRIES FOR 2019 ANTIGUA CLASSICS December 19th 2018
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta welcomes new entries Greywing 2, Juno, Blackfish, Columbia, and Peter Von Seestermuehe. Read More
ACYR: EXCITING NEW DEVELOPMENTS December 14th 2018
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The new Steering Committee for the Antigua Classics was announced on 13 November 2018. Read More
NAGICO SPONSORS OCEAN ROWING TEAM’S ATLANTIC CROSSING December 11th 2018
World's Toughest Row
The team called Atlantic Discovery is set to row in the TWAC. Read More
ONE WEEK TO TWAC START December 4th 2018
World's Toughest Row
Theres just over one week left on solid ground for the rowers participating in the 2018 Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge. Read More
YACHTS GATHER FOR THE 2018 ANTIGUA CHARTER YACHT SHOW December 4th 2018
Antigua Charter Yacht Show
90 of the worlds most beautiful and prestigious yachts join us in Antigua for the 2018 Antigua Charter Yacht Show. Read More
NEW ENTRIES FOR ANTIGUA CLASSICS December 3rd 2018
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The latest entries for the 2019 Antigua Classics Yacht Regatta include schooner Marie Des Isles and Marconi yawl Drift. Read More
TEAM ANTIGUA ISLAND GIRLS IN ENGLAND November 9th 2018
World's Toughest Row
The Team Antigua Island Girls are closer to the start line now, having left Antigua on 30th October. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600 - RETURN OF ATHOS & THE FLYING MACHINES November 8th 2018
RORC Caribbean 600
Three of the world's fastest multihulls will also be taking part - Argo, Maserati Multi70, and PowerPlay.
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NEW ENTRIES FOR THE 2019 CLASSICS November 8th 2018
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The elegant Bermudan-rigged ketch Sumurun, and newly built Eagle44 Willpower, are the latest entries for the 2019 Antigua Classics. Read More
CARLO FALCONE APPOINTED NEW CHAIRMAN OF ANTIGUA CLASSICS November 8th 2018
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Falcone has contributed actively over the years in making the Antigua Yacht Club the success it is today. Read More
WOODENBOAT MAGAZINE PARTNERS WITH ACYR October 29th 2018
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Our mutual love of wooden boats makes this association a match made in heaven. Read More
STEPH & VLADAS OPENING HOURS November 29th 2021
Steph & Vladas Studio
Call now to book your next hair, nails, and beauty appointment. Read More
ABFC ANNOUNCES CHANGE TO INDEPENDENCE CALENDAR October 24th 2018
Antigua & Barbuda Independence Festival
The annual Independence Fashion Show has been postponed until January 2019. Read More
LOUIS EVANS JOINS DIVE CARIB October 10th 2018
Dive Carib
Louis joins the team as a full-time instructor and partner, upholding the centre's PADI certification card. Read More
FOODS TO CONSIDER IN YOUR DIET TO REDUCE THE RISK OF BREAST CANCER October 8th 2018
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
70 DAYS TO TWAC2018 START October 2nd 2018
World's Toughest Row
The countdown is on to 12th December, the scheduled start date of the 2018 Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge. Read More
LESS THAN 100 DAYS TO GO September 4th 2018
World's Toughest Row
The Team Antigua Island Girls are preparing to ship their boat off for the start of the 2018 Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge. Read More
ENTRIES FOR THE 2019 REGATTA August 29th 2018
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta is delighted to announce the registration of a number of magnificent classics. Read More
BACK-TO-SCHOOL TIPS FOR PARENTS August 27th 2018
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
Check out the eight foolproof tips to ensure the transition between summer and school goes as painlessly as possible. Read More
ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA 2019 PREVIEW FILM August 23rd 2018
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The 32nd edition of Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta is set for 17 23 April 2019. Read More
ANNOUNCING THE 2019 ACYR August 23rd 2018
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Registration is open for the 2019 Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta over 17 - 23 April. Read More
ISLAND REVIVAL BEAUTY PACKAGE August 23rd 2018
Steph & Vladas Studio
Revive your hair & nails from the wear and tear of island life for only EC$200 at Steph and Vladas Studio in Jolly Harbour. Read More
THE JUMBY BAY FUND SPONSORS TEAM ANTIGUA ISLAND GIRLS August 3rd 2018
World's Toughest Row
The team are on their way toward meeting their fundraising goal and toward the start line of the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge. Read More
TEAM ANTIGUA ISLAND GIRLS MAKE HISTORY July 17th 2018
World's Toughest Row
It took 74 hours for Antiguas third team to the Talisker Whiskey Atlantic Challenge to row around the island. Read More
TEAM ANTIGUA ISLAND GIRLS PRACTICE ROW July 12th 2018
World's Toughest Row
The girls are currently 3 days into their 5 day row around Antigua, the first ever of its kind. Read More
MANGO FEST POSTPONED UNTIL AUGUST 2019 May 10th 2019
Antigua and Barbuda Mango Festival
Confirmation of the two new dates will be announced shortly. Read More
NESTING GROUNDS FOR VARIOUS SPECIES OF SEA TURTLES July 2nd 2018
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
Read the article and spread the word to help the National Parks Authority increase awareness. Read More
HADEED GROUP OF COMPANIES SPONSORS TEAM ANTIGUA ISLAND GIRLS July 2nd 2018
World's Toughest Row
The donation of US$75,000 represents half of the amount the team must raise. Read More
52ND ABSF TOURNAMENT WRAPS June 2nd 2018
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
Special guests, lots of action, and big international coverage of the Annual AB Sport Fishing Tournament. Read More
THE LATEST FROM TEAM ANTIGUA ISLAND GIRLS June 27th 2018
World's Toughest Row
The countdown continues toward the 2018 Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge. Read More
TEAM ANTIGUA AWARDED WITH SERVICE CROSS May 18th 2018
World's Toughest Row
The men of Team Antigua Atlantic Rowers were among recipients of high-honour service awards presented by the Governor General. Read More
INTRODUCING TWAC2018 TEAM ANTIGUA ISLAND GIRLS May 14th 2018
World's Toughest Row
Antigua and Barbuda will be represented once again this year in the 2018 Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge Read More
REGISTRATION OPEN FOR ANTIGUA CHARTER YACHT SHOW May 11th 2018
Antigua Charter Yacht Show
Yachts that register for the show held from December 4th-10th, and pay their registration fee prior to July 31st will receive 10% discount. Read More
CREAM TEAS AND THE NOT SO SERIOUS RACES April 26th 2018
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The 2018 ACYR came to a humorous close on Tuesday during the highly anticipated Gig Races. Read More
DOLPHIN DILEMMA: THE ANTIGUA & BARBUDA STORY April 25th 2018
Museum of Antigua and Barbuda
This documentary is a must watch for all environmentalists and communities, young and old. Read More
A NIGHT OF WINNING TRADITION April 25th 2018
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Conditions were Caribbean perfect for the final evening of the 31st Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta. Read More
A CRESCENDO TO THE END... April 23rd 2018
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
On the fourth and final race of the 2018 ACYR, boats in the lead set off hoping to hold it, while the rest of the fleet went out in full battle mode. Read More
THE ACYR LOVES A PARADE! April 23rd 2018
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The Kenny Coombs Memorial Cannon Course, perfectly set for four long and lively legs of reaching, is really the first parade of the day. Read More
A CLASSIC REGATTA, ANTIGUA STYLE April 22nd 2018
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
On the water, it was obvious that yesterdays weather was a repeat so skippers employed cautionary reefing. Read More
WILD & WOOLLY WEATHER FOR RACE 1 April 22nd 2018
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
After a night of blustery rain squalls, followed by hours of uncertain calm, the weather geared up to a respectable 20 knots. Read More
TEAM ANTIGUA DONATES TO MANGROVE PLANT RESTORATION PROJECT April 22nd 2018
World's Toughest Row
The rowers announced today that they will donate US$50,000 towards the project. Read More
THE LAUNCH OF THE 31ST ACYR April 20th 2018
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The energy in Falmouth Harbour spiked as each entry sailed in for the start of the Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta, set over April 18 - May 24. Read More
ANTIGUA’S CARNIVAL SET TO LAUNCH THIS WEEKEND April 18th 2018
Antigua Carnival
Commencing promptly at 2pm on Saturday 21st, the city will come alive with sweet steel pan music. Read More
ACYR: CONGRATULATIONS MAH JONG April 6th 2018
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Extensive restoration work by Gannon and Benjamin on this 57 Cheoy Lee Yawl already won her the Sparkman & Stephens Award for Excellence.
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ACYR: APOLLONIA SHINES AGAIN! April 3rd 2018
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Apollonia will be setting sail soon for Antigua. If anyone is interested in coming on this trip, there is a bunk and free beer. Read More
ACYR: IT ALL STARTED ON ASCHANTI March 27th 2018
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The idea for a Classic Yacht Regatta was first conceived by schooner Captains Kenny Coombs, Uli Pruesse and Tony Fincham. Read More
ACYR - JUST ONE MONTH TO GO! March 23rd 2018
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
As a prelude to the usual four days of superb racing in the Caribbean sun, the regatta kicks off with a welcome party featuring live music. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600 WRAP-UP VIDEO February 27th 2018
RORC Caribbean 600
The 2018 edition of the race was the coming of age of the RORC Caribbean 600. View the 13 minute film of the epic 10th edition. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600 - COMING OF AGE February 26th 2018
RORC Caribbean 600
25 knots of solid trade winds with gusty squalls and a confused sea state delivered a challenge to over 800 sailors from six different continents. Read More
HAT-TRICK FOR RAMBLER 88 February 23rd 2018
RORC Caribbean 600
George David's American Maxi Rambler 88 has won the 2018 RORC Caribbean 600 Trophy, scoring the best corrected time under IRC. Read More
BAM! & SCARLET ISLAND GIRL WIN IN ANTIGUA February 23rd 2018
RORC Caribbean 600
The Club House Bar & Restaurant was buzzing until dawn for the fifth day of the RORC Caribbean 600. Read More
GUTS AND A GLIMMER OF GLORY February 22nd 2018
RORC Caribbean 600
The strong conditions experienced at the start of the RORC Caribbean 600 continued through the first night. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600: HIGH AND MIGHTY February 22nd 2018
RORC Caribbean 600
High winds and mighty seas continued for the third day of the 2018 RORC Caribbean 600. Eight teams have finished the race and 34 yachts have now officially retired. Read More
PARADOX & RAMBLER 88 CELEBRATE IN ANTIGUA February 22nd 2018
RORC Caribbean 600
Paradox, crossed the finish line in 1 day, 13 hours, 5 minutes and 16 seconds, whilst Rambler 88 crossed just under half an hour later.
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RAMBLER 88 BREAKS RORC CARIBBEAN 600 MONOHULL RECORD February 21st 2018
RORC Caribbean 600
George David's American Maxi Rambler 88 crossed the finish line in an elapsed time of 1 day 13 hours 41 minutes and 45 seconds. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600: PARADOX TAKES MULTIHULL LINE HONOURS February 21st 2018
RORC Caribbean 600
Peter Aschenbrenner's American 63' Trimaran crossed the finish line in an elapsed time of 1 day, 13 hours 5 minutes and 16 seconds. Read More
TALISKER WHISKY ATLANTIC CHALLENGE 2017 WRAPS February 20th 2018
World's Toughest Row
26 teams set off from La Gomera, Canary Islands, and 22 successfully completed the challenge. Read More
FUJIN CREW RESCUED IN RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 20th 2018
RORC Caribbean 600
Greg Slyngstad's American Bieker 53 multihull, Fujin capsized close to Saba Island. All eight crew members are safe. Read More
RECORD FLEET SETS OFF ON RECORD PACE February 20th 2018
RORC Caribbean 600
Video of the start, and the record 84 yachts in the 2018 RORC Caribbean 600 in Antigua; the largest fleet assembled in the 10 year history of the race. Read More
VIDEO - PREVIEW OF THE 2018 RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 19th 2018
RORC Caribbean 600
88 yachts are about to embark on the 10th edition of the RORC Caribbean 600, including some of the world's best-known racing teams. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600: BIGGER THAN BEN HUR February 19th 2018
RORC Caribbean 600
The 10th edition of the RORC Caribbean 600 is likely to be the fastest and possibly toughest race in the ten year history of the Caribbean 600-mile classic. Read More
ACYR: TWO MONTHS TO GO AND COUNTING February 16th 2018
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Sign up now for Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta and take advantage of the early bird discount that is about to expire. Read More
WELCOME DAMIAN BROWNE – FINAL ROWER OF TWAC2017 February 15th 2018
World's Toughest Row
Head down to Nelsons Dockyard today to welcome solo Damian Browne (Gullivers Travels). Read More
HISTORY IN THE MAKING: RECORD ENTRY FOR RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 14th 2018
RORC Caribbean 600
A spectacular start is expected on Monday, February 19th with a record-breaking fleet of 88 boats. Read More
SPECTATOR BOAT EXCLUSION ZONE & RORC VIEWING POINTS February 14th 2018
RORC Caribbean 600
See where to watch the start of the race, exclusion zone info & more. Read More
SUPERYACHT DELIVERS: GREAT SAILING & MEMORABLE PARTIES February 9th 2018
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
The Superyacht Challenge lived up to its major billing this year. Read More
TALISKER WHISKEY ATLANTIC CHALLENGE UPDATE February 6th 2018
World's Toughest Row
Weve welcomed 17 teams so far in Antigua as the finish line of the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge. Read More
FRENCH FLAIR FOR THE RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 5th 2018
RORC Caribbean 600
With two weeks to go until the 10th edition of the race, many of the yachts taking part are already in Antigua or neighbouring islands. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600: STORY LEADS + FACTS & STATS January 30th 2018
RORC Caribbean 600
View the links to download the latest press information for the race starting on Monday, February 19th. Read More
TEAM ANTIGUA ARRIVAL AND THE LATEST ON THE TWAC 2017 January 23rd 2018
World's Toughest Row
Records have been smashed and new records made in almost every arrival so far in the challenge. Read More
CLASS ACTS FOR THE CARIBBEAN CLASSIC January 10th 2018
RORC Caribbean 600
With just over a month before the start of the 10th edition of the RORC Caribbean 600, over 60 yachts have officially entered the Caribbean classic. Read More
TEAM ANTIGUA-ATLANTIC ROWERS RECORD BREAKING ROW January 18th 2018
World's Toughest Row
The team rowed their way into 2nd place in the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge and into the record books with an arrival time of 30 days. Read More
FEATURE: IT'S A WRAP - 2017 RORC TRANSATLANTIC RACE January 2nd 2018
RORC Caribbean 600
A record 23 yachts started the 2017 RORC Transatlantic Race bound for Grenada. Read More
NIFTY FIFTIES IN THE RORC CARIBBEAN 600 January 2nd 2018
RORC Caribbean 600
Two months prior to the start, 53 entries have already been received and the race starting from Antigua is on course to eclipse the record entry of 80 boats last year. Read More
NATIONAL PARKS ADVISORY December 24th 2017
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
December 25th - 27th, will see a heavy increase in Cruise ship visitors to Nelson's Dockyard. Parking will be restricted. Read More
UPDATE ON TEAM ANTIGUA IN TWAC 2017 December 20th 2017
World's Toughest Row
Less than a week in and Team Antigua holds first in the fleet since Day 3, 16th December. Read More
TRACK TEAM ANTIGUA IN THE TALISKER WHISKY ATLANTIC CHALLENGE December 14th 2017
World's Toughest Row
Track Team Antigua and get your flags ready to welcome them home. Read More
CQS TAKES LINE HONOURS December 6th 2017
RORC Caribbean 600
Ludde Ingvall's Australian Maxi CQS finished the 2017 RORC Transatlantic Race taking Monohull Line Honours. Read More
TEAM ANTIGUA ONE WEEK OUT FROM TWAC START December 4th 2017
World's Toughest Row
Depending on weather, the 2017 Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge will start on 12th December. Read More
NELSON'S DOCKYARD ERECTS BINS FOR RECYCLABLES November 20th 2017
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
Join the National Parks Authority in not only keeping the environment clean but adopting prudent and conscious waste management habits. Read More
10 REASONS TO SUPPORT TEAM ANTIGUA November 17th 2017
World's Toughest Row
If you needed it, here are 10 reasons to support Team Antigua in the 2017 Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge. Read More
FLEET BUILDING FOR 10TH RORC CARIBBEAN 600 November 17th 2017
RORC Caribbean 600
Over 40 yachts have officially entered the 10th edition of the RORC Caribbean 600, starting from Antigua on February 19th, 2018. Read More
NATIONAL DRESS DAY COMPETITION October 27th 2017
Antigua & Barbuda Independence Festival
The Antigua and Barbuda Festivals Commission is seeking the full participation of all Antiguans and Barbudans on National Dress day. Read More
SPONSORS CONFIRMED FOR CLASSICS 2018 October 25th 2017
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Newport Shipyard and Herreshoff Marine Museum/Americas Cup Hall of Fame to join the faithfuls at Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta. Read More
SUPPORT TEAM ANTIGUA ROWERS October 9th 2017
World's Toughest Row
With less than 64 days to go in the 2017 Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge, help Team Antigua make it to the start line by being a sponsor or donate. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600 - BUSINESS AS USUAL October 9th 2017
RORC Caribbean 600
The 10th edition of the RORC Caribbean 600, the highly acclaimed 600-mile offshore race will start as scheduled in Antigua on 19th February 2018. Read More
NEW RACING MANAGER APPOINTED October 4th 2017
RORC Caribbean 600
The Royal Ocean Racing Club is pleased to announce the appointment of Christopher Stone. Read More
MSJMC PREPARES FOR HURRICANE IRMA September 4th 2017
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
Officials at MSJMC will activate Phase 3 of its Hurricane Management Plan from today in response to threats associated with Hurricane Irma. Read More
TEAM ANTIGUA COMPLETE 200-MILE TRAINING ROW August 21st 2017
World's Toughest Row
Training for the 2017 Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge continues for Team Antigua. Read More
ANTIGUA ATLANTIC ROWERS MAGAZINE ARTICLE August 2nd 2017
World's Toughest Row
Eli shares an insightful piece in a new article for a magazine on the Atlantic Rowers feat and Antigua's selected charity. Read More
DOWNLOAD ANTIGUA CARNIVAL APP July 28th 2017
Antigua Carnival
Watch all the fetes and biggest street parties live during Antigua 60th Carnival by downloading the App for Android, Iphone and Windows. Read More
CARNIVAL SAFETY TIPS August 2nd 2018
Antigua Carnival
Check out the safety tips for Antigua Carnival. Read More
ANTIGUA CARNIVAL 2017 SCHEDULE June 29th 2017
Antigua Carnival
Check out the schedule of events for Antigua 60th Carnival which kicks off with the Iron Band Competition on July 27th and ends on August 8th. Read More
51ST FISHING TOURNAMENT SET NEW PARTICIPATION RECORDS June 9th 2017
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
The tournament has now become one of the largest fishing events in the Caribbean registering a record 47 teams. Read More
REGISTER FOR MANGO PINEAPPLE CULINARY COMPETITION June 1st 2017
Antigua and Barbuda Mango Festival
Get your recipes ready for the competition and submit your registration form by June 15th, 2017. Read More
FIRST SIX DELEGATES NAMED FOR JAYCEES QUEEN SHOW May 25th 2017
Antigua Carnival
The first six delegates have been named and their pictures released for the 56th Miss Jaycees Queen show on Sunday, July 30th. Read More
IMPORTANT RULE CHANGE FOR FRANCIS NUNES JR. MEMORIAL FISHING TOURNAMENT August 21st 2017
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
All boats who plan to enter the upcoming Francis Nunes Jr. Memorial Fishing Tournament must be in Nelson's Dockyard with their Team registered by 6:00 pm on Friday, September 22nd. Read More
ACYR - AND THE WINNER IS... April 26th 2017
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
See the winners of the exciting 30th Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta, sponsored by Panerai which concluded in Nelson's Dockyard on Tuesday, April 25th. Read More
ACYR - THE INCREDIBLE FINALE April 25th 2017
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
At the end of Race 4, there was a unanimous decision amongst the fleet that the Regatta Committee ordered and received flawless weather. Read More
HIHO SPONSORS TEAM ANTIGUA April 25th 2017
World's Toughest Row
Rowing 24-hours a day for an estimated 35-days in the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge, the team will be protected wearing HIHO Suntek shirts. Read More
ACYR - LOAD THAT CANNON April 24th 2017
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Some consider the Cannon Course the easiest of the four races but on Sunday, April 23rd, the weather and seas turned it into more of a high test challenge. Read More
ACYR - IT JUST GETS BETTER AND BETTER April 24th 2017
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Mother Nature turned up the volume for the second day of Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta. Since it was the Butterfly course, yachts were tested on every point of sail.
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AND SAIL HARD THEY DID IN THE FIRST RACE OF CLASSICS April 22nd 2017
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The first race in the series of four took place with ENE winds of 14 knots accompanied by relatively calm seas. Read More
WHAT A WAY TO START ANTIGUA'S CLASSICS April 22nd 2017
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
With a backdrop of spectacular vessels flanking Nelsons Dockyard, the first of Panerais Classic Yachts Challenge got underway on Wednesday. Read More
HAPPENING NOW IN THE DOCKYARD April 19th 2017
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
English Harbour is electric with excitement as boats sail in for the 30th Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta set over April 19th - April 24th, 2017. Read More
AFTERWORDS FROM CEO & RACE DIRECTOR OF TWAC March 30th 2017
World's Toughest Row
Read the latest from Carsten Heron Olsen, CEO & Race Director of the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge. Read More
HIGHLIGHTS OF UPCOMING 51ST SPORT FISHING TOURNAMENT March 24th 2017
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
Take a look at the highlights of the upcoming tournament set over June 2nd - June 4th, 2017. Read More
DARYL ARRIVES SAFELY IN ANTIGUA March 23rd 2017
World's Toughest Row
After 96 days and 13 hours at sea, Daryl Farmer safely arrived on March 21st in English Harbour to an emotional reunion with friends, family and loved ones. Read More
TEAM ANTIGUA 100-MILE TRAINING ROW March 23rd 2017
World's Toughest Row
Team Antigua continue their training for the 2017 Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge with a recent row to St. Maarten. Read More
MASSIVE CONGRATULATIONS TO 32º NORTH March 8th 2017
World's Toughest Row
32 North arrived on Friday, much quicker than the latest forecasts were predicting. Read More
REGISTER FOR ANNUAL FLOWER & GARDEN SHOW March 2nd 2017
Antigua Barbuda Horticultural Society
Register and drop off competition plants for Antigua Barbuda Horticultural Society 8th Annual Flower and Garden Show on April 6th and April 7th. Read More
THE LATEST FROM TEAM ANTIGUA FOR TWAC17 March 2nd 2017
World's Toughest Row
Team Antigua have had some new and exciting developments recently in their campaign. Read More
IMPORTANT INFO FOR ABSF 51ST TOURNAMENT February 28th 2017
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
All Bill fish caught & released during the Mikie Pigott Jr. Memorial Classic and Marlin Division must be authenticated by video only. Read More
FINAL HIGHLIGHTS VIDEO: REVIEW OF THE 2017 RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 28th 2017
RORC Caribbean 600
77 boats, 600 miles, 30 nations, 11 Caribbean Islands, 1 Amazing race. View the final highlights. Read More
A TOTALLY UNIQUE RACE - RORC CARIBBEAN 600 CONCLUDES February 27th 2017
RORC Caribbean 600
The 2017 edition will be remembered for highly competitive racing throughout the fleet, with American yachts winning the major prizes.
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DAY 5: MORE WINNERS ANNOUNCED IN RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 24th 2017
RORC Caribbean 600
Hap Fauth's American Maxi72, Bella Mente has been declared the overall winner of the RORC Caribbean 600 Trophy. Read More
VIDEO 3: RORC CARIBBEAN 600 - EARLY FINISHERS February 24th 2017
RORC Caribbean 600
Watch the video of the whale sightings, interviews with early finishers; Lloyd Thornburg, Giovanni Soldini & more in the RORC Caribbean 600. Read More
30TH ACYR TO BE HOSTED AT WORLD HERITAGE SITE February 23rd 2017
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The 30th Antigua Classics Regatta is set to be held in UNESCO World Heritage Site - Nelsons Dockyard over April 19th - 25th, 2017.
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DAY 4: RORC CARIBBEAN 600 - EPIC WIN FOR BELLA MENTE February 23rd 2017
RORC Caribbean 600
Bella Mente crossed the finish line just 14 minutes ahead of Proteus to set the bar for the RORC Caribbean 600 Trophy. Read More
DAY 3: RORC CARIBBEAN 600 - RAMBLER 88 TAKES MONOHULL LINE HONOURS February 22nd 2017
RORC Caribbean 600
George David's American Maxi, Rambler 88 finished the race at 11 hrs, 56 mins, 17 secs. Read More
DAY 3: RORC CARIBBEAN 600 - MULTIHULL LINE HONOURS FOR PHAEDO3 February 22nd 2017
RORC Caribbean 600
While the multihull race record was not broken this year, Phaedo3 and Maserati had an incredible 600 mile high-speed duel. Read More
DAY 2: RORC CARIBBEAN 600 - MORE ARGYLL THAN ANTIGUA February 21st 2017
RORC Caribbean 600
After a champagne start to the race there was a huge change in weather conditions by the end of the first day. Read More
VIDEO 2: START HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 21st 2017
RORC Caribbean 600
Watch highlights with aerial footage from the spectacular start of the RORC Caribbean 600 as 77 boats took the start in Antigua for the race. Read More
SOLO ROWER ELAINE HOPLEY SETS NEW RECORD AND LATEST TWAC UPDATE February 21st 2017
World's Toughest Row
Elaine Hopley now holds the race record for the fastest female solo crossing. Read More
AN AWE INSPIRING START TO THE RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 20th 2017
RORC Caribbean 600
The race started in magnificent conditions with the largest ever offshore fleet assembled in the Caribbean. Read More
SPRING RAFFLE TICKETS AVAILABLE February 20th 2017
Island Academy International School
Pick up your tickets for Island Academy International School, Spring raffle to stand a chance to win some super prizes! Tickets on sale at the school and various outlets such as the larder. Read More
ABNORMAL WEATHER FOR THE RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 20th 2017
RORC Caribbean 600
The 2017 edition can be summed up with "It's normally not like this". Where as most years have seen moderate to strong trade winds. Read More
VIDEO: RORC CARIBBEAN 600 PRE-START HIGHLIGHTS February 20th 2017
RORC Caribbean 600
Watch the pre-start party atmosphere and interviews with some of the owners and crews as they prepare for this epic race. Read More
SPECTACULAR OPENING FOR RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 20th 2017
RORC Caribbean 600
It was a busy scene around the docks as crews prepare for the start of the RORC Caribbean 600 on Monday, February 20th. Read More
HOW TO FOLLOW THE RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 17th 2017
RORC Caribbean 600
See where to watch the race from shore-side, the exclusion zone, or where to track the fleet or join the virtual game. Read More
RECORD ENTRY FOR RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 17th 2017
RORC Caribbean 600
A fleet of over 80 yachts is expected for the ninth edition of the RORC Caribbean 600 in which 900 sailors from 30 different nations will race non-stop. Read More
CATERING SERVICE AVAILABLE October 16th 2017
Ana's On the Beach
Ana's on the Beach has a newly revamped menu for the 2017- 2018 season, and are catering for large groups, private events, business conference lunch or any special occasion. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600 SHAPING UP February 14th 2017
RORC Caribbean 600
See how the RORC entry list is shaping up with a fleet of about 80 boats, the exclusion zone and where to watch or follow the race.
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CLASSICS IN THE RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 8th 2017
RORC Caribbean 600
Among the spectacular entries this year are two colossal schooners; Eleonora and Adela, with at least 12 classic-designed yachts joining them on the race course. Read More
ANTIGUA WELCOMES WAYNE AND OTHERS FROM TWAC16 February 8th 2017
World's Toughest Row
Nelsons Dockyard has been buzzing with excitement recently with each team arrival for the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge. Read More
PHOTOGRAPHY COURSE February 6th 2017
Steph & Vladas Studio
Learn how to take beautiful photos with Steph, every Thursday from 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm at the Underdog in Jolly Harbour. EC$25 per class for Jolly Harbour Yacht Club members & EC$35 for non- members. Read More
30TH ACYR TO BE HOSTED AT UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE February 3rd 2017
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The exquisitely restored 18th century Dockyard is the perfect stage for this world-class sailing event. Read More
COME OUT TO WELCOME WAYNE AND TEAM FACING IT IN THE TALISKER WHISKY ATLANTIC CHALLENGE February 2nd 2017
World's Toughest Row
Antigua resident Wayne Johnson arrives tomorrow with Facing It in TWAC16. Read More
BOATS ARRIVING TONIGHT IN TALISKER WHISKY ATLANTIC CHALLENGE February 1st 2017
World's Toughest Row
Two more of the boats will be arriving; Soulo Gav - manned by a solo rower and American Oarsmen. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600 ANNOUNCES NEW PARTNERSHIP AND RECORD ENTRIES January 25th 2017
RORC Caribbean 600
The Royal Ocean Racing Club has partnered with Rolex SA, adding the RORC Caribbean 600 to the leading Swiss watchmaker's prestigious roster of yachting events around the world. Read More
TEAM ANTIGUA TRAINING AND SPONSOR SEEKING CONTINUES January 25th 2017
World's Toughest Row
A recent training trip to Redonda and continued appeal for sponsors for TWAC17. Read More
ROW 4 JAMES - A CHARITY RECORD January 24th 2017
World's Toughest Row
The second vessel to complete the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge and have so far raised over 500 thousand pounds, a record for their charity geared at suicide prevention. Read More
MUSEUM OF ANTIGUA & BARBUDA VIBRATES WITH CREATIVE ENERGY January 23rd 2017
Museum of Antigua and Barbuda
Seven writers explored the creative process, written and spoken word through exercises. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600 - WINNING WAYS January 20th 2017
RORC Caribbean 600
More than 70 yachts are expected to take part in the race with 16 entries, and several serious race teams with a chance of winning the overall trophy. Read More
LATITUDE 35 SMASH TWAC RACE AND WORLD RECORD January 19th 2017
World's Toughest Row
Latitude 35 arrived in Antigua on January 18th at 09:33 pm local time after 35 days, 14 hours and 3 minutes. Read More
TALISKER WHISKY ATLANTIC CHALLENGE UPDATE January 11th 2017
World's Toughest Row
The teams are rowing along at great pace with teams Latitude 35 and Row for James well ahead of the fleet. Read More
GIVE THE GIFT OF ABHS MEMBERSHIP January 4th 2017
Antigua Barbuda Horticultural Society
Give the gift of Antigua Barbuda Horticultural Society membership by renewing your membership and giving one as a gift or sign up to be a volunteer. Read More
XMAS DAY CHAMPAGNE PARTY FOR CHARITY December 23rd 2016
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
Your attendance will help to raise funds for various charities, so head out and support this worthy cause. Read More
THE RACE IS ON FOR TWAC16 December 21st 2016
World's Toughest Row
Its now day 7 and we are dot-watching in Antigua for the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge. Read More
WHAT’S IN STORE December 7th 2016
Turtle's Surf Shop
Stop in to Turtles Surf Shop at the Antigua Yacht Club Marina and check out a range of beach gear, focused on products that are environmentally friendly and sustainable. Read More
LET THE FINAL COUNTDOWN BEGIN December 7th 2016
World's Toughest Row
With considerable anticipation and excitement, the town of San Sebastian in La Gomera is again gearing up for the annual Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge! Read More
TEAM FACING IT PREP FOR TWAC 2016 START November 24th 2016
World's Toughest Row
Antigua resident Wayne Johnson, alongside Stuart Connacher and Charl Gale, make up Team Facing It, representing South Africa among 11 other teams. Read More
SETTING SAIL FOR THE RORC CARIBBEAN 600 November 14th 2016
RORC Caribbean 600
Thirty-four yachts, almost double the number of entries at this time last year, have officially entered the 9th edition of the RORC Caribbean 600 starting from Antigua on February 20th, 2017. Read More
OUTSTANDING DIVE CENTRE November 3rd 2016
Dive Carib
Take a look at the raving review on TripAdvisor for Dive Carib. "Outstanding Dive Centre, highly recommend Dive Carib if you are planning any diving or snorkeling. Read More
TEAM FACING IT SEEKS SPONSORSHIP October 28th 2016
World's Toughest Row
With the loss of their headline sponsorship they may not be able to enter the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge and row for their charity. Read More
FRANCIS NUNES JR. MEMORIAL TOURNAMENT RESULTS October 27th 2016
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
Although the fishing was slow this year, 23 boats and teams entered. The land based activities were full of life. Read More
THE LATEST FROM TEAM ANTIGUA FOR TWAC17 October 25th 2016
World's Toughest Row
Team Antigua recently took on strong weather from (then) Tropical Storm Matthew in efforts to accustom themselves to harsh weather they may encounter in the 2017/18 rowing challenge. Read More
ACYR - EVERY ONE A CLASSIC October 25th 2016
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Some of the worlds most celebrated vintage vessels are already registered for next years highly anticipated 30th Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta. Read More
INDEPENDENCE APP LAUNCHED October 24th 2016
Antigua & Barbuda Independence Festival
Download the official App of Antigua and Barbuda Festivals Commission and watch the live events of Antigua and Barbuda 35th Independence Celebrations. Read More
NEW LONG RANGE DIVE BOAT FOR SUMMER 2017 October 3rd 2016
Dive Carib
Book your inter island dive trips for Antigua & Barbuda, Redonda, St. Kitts & Nevis, Guadeloupe, Montserrat and Avas island with Dive Carib. Read More
HOMES, FAMILIES & GARDENS FESTIVAL COMPETITION September 16th 2016
Antigua Barbuda Horticultural Society
Register by September 30th to compete in the garden competition or the poetry and research segment in HFGF Competition. Read More
INDEPENDENCE ANNIVERSARY CALYPSO COMPETITION September 8th 2016
Antigua & Barbuda Independence Festival
Register by September 16th at the Antigua & Barbuda Festivals Commission for the 35th Independence Anniversary Calypso Competition. Read More
SUBMIT IDEAS FOR INDEPENDENCE THEME September 8th 2016
Antigua & Barbuda Independence Festival
The Antigua & Barbuda Festival Commission is asking members of the public to submit ideas for this year's 35th Independence Anniversary theme. Read More
ONLINE QUOTATION PLATFORM LAUNCHED September 7th 2016
Brysons Shipping & Insurance
Brysons Insurance announces the launch of its new online quotation platform. Visit their website to get a quote for coverage on your vehicle, home or contents. Read More
COUNTDOWN IS ON FOR 30TH ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA August 29th 2016
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Preparations are in full swing for the ACYR, sponsored by Panerai, which will hold its landmark 30th annual event next April. Read More
FUNDRAISING CONTINUES FOR TEAM FACING IT August 24th 2016
World's Toughest Row
South African Team Facing It with Antiguas Wayne Johnson continue fundraising efforts. Read More
NEW SEASON, NEW HAIR MENU October 11th 2017
Steph & Vladas Studio
Steph & Vlada's Studio has introduced a new hair menu for the new season. All colour services now include a blow-dry! Read More
SEVENSTAR CONFIRMED AS OFFICIAL LOGISTICS PARTNER August 4th 2016
RORC Caribbean 600
For the RORC Caribbean 600, starting in Antigua on February 20th, 2017. Read More
CARNIVAL MONDAY AND TUESDAY RESULTS August 4th 2016
Antigua Carnival
Check out the results for Carnival Monday and Tuesday winners of Band of the Year, King & Queen of the Band, J'ouvert and Mas troupes and more.
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OFFICIAL PARADE ROUTES FOR CARNIVAL 2016 July 28th 2016
Antigua Carnival
Check out the routes and assembly points for the parades such as J'ouvert morning, Parade of the Bands and Last Lap. Read More
CARNIVAL TICKETS OUTLETS July 27th 2016
Antigua Carnival
View the outlets where you can purchase tickets for the Carnival events such as the Party Monarch and Soca Monarch competitions. Read More
TEAM ANTIGUA SEEKS SPONSORS FOR TWAC 2017 July 26th 2016
World's Toughest Row
Team Antigua has begun the appeal for sponsors to join them on their tremendous journey. Read More
NELSON'S DOCKYARD NAMED WORLD HERITAGE SITE July 18th 2016
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
UNESCO, at their 40th meeting in Istanbul, inscribed Nelson's Dockyard as one of four World Heritage Sites. Read More
REGISTER EARLY FOR ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA July 4th 2016
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Get discounted rates when you sign up before March 1st, 2017 for Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta, set over April 19th - 25th, 2017. Read More
PARTY MONARCH SEMI-FINALISTS June 30th 2016
Antigua Carnival
See the semi-finalists in the Groovy and Jumpy categories of FLOW Party Monarch competition which was held on June 27 & June 28th. Read More
RULES FOR MANGO PINEAPPLE CULINARY COMPETITION June 22nd 2016
Antigua and Barbuda Mango Festival
For those who have already entered the contest the requirements are different so make sure you read the new outline carefully. Read More
TEAM FACING IT FOR TALISKER WHISKY ATLANTIC CHALLENGE 2016 June 16th 2016
World's Toughest Row
Antigua Resident Wayne Johnson will be joining in the grueling feat this year at the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge starting in December 2016. Read More
REGISTER FOR ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA MANGO FESTIVAL June 13th 2016
Antigua and Barbuda Mango Festival
Vendors desirous in plying their trade at the Mango Festival on July 24th and July 25th are asked to register before July 15th. Read More
ADJUDICATORS WORKSHOP June 8th 2016
Antigua Carnival
Individuals desirous of becoming a Pan Competition Adjudicator can sharpen their skills during a two day workshop set over June 24th - June 25th. Read More
TEAM ANTIGUA FOR TALISKER WHISKEY ATLANTIC CHALLENGE 2017 June 7th 2016
World's Toughest Row
A new Antiguan team will soon begin training for the challenge starting in 2017. Read More
SAILORS FOR THE SEA AWARDS ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA May 27th 2016
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta (ACYR) is the proud recipient of the Silver Level Clean Regattas certification awarded by Sailors for the Sea. Read More
ABSF - LIMING WITH THE FISHES May 25th 2016
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
A unique Sport Fishing Tournament in Antigua & Barbuda, it's not just the fishing, it's the lime and an undiscovered Caribbean tradition. Read More
NATIONAL PARK EMPLOYEES MAKE DONATION TO FIENNES May 20th 2016
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
The Institute was on the receiving end by gesture of a group of employees of the National Parks Authority. Read More
50TH A&B SPORT FISHING TOURNAMENT RESULTS May 20th 2016
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
Results for the 50th A&B Sport Fishing Tournament and the Mikie Pigott Jr. Memorial Classic. Read More
OPENING HOURS November 27th 2020
Turtle's Surf Shop
Turtle's Surf shop is open Monday to Saturday from 10am - 5pm. Stop by and see what's in-store. Read More
PANERAI PRIZE GIVING FOR THE 29TH EDITION OF ANTIGUA CLASSICS April 20th 2016
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The Panerai Prize Giving for the 29th edition of Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta was held in Nelson's Dockyard, English Harbour. Read More
FINAL RACE DAY - WINNERS ANNOUNCED AT ANTIGUA CLASSICS April 18th 2016
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Racing at Antigua Classics, came to a conclusion today with the 20-mile Windward Race. Read More
MIKIE PIGOTT JR. MEMORIAL CLASSIC PRIZE PACKAGE April 18th 2016
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
ABSF is honoured to share the special Prize Package that has been put together for the winner of this year's Mikie Pigott Jr. Memorial Classic. Read More
ANTIGUA CLASSICS RACE DAY 1 April 18th 2016
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
See the results for the top performers in the different classes on the first day of racing in the roughly, 11 miles course which took place on Friday, April 15th. Read More
ANTIGUA CLASSICS RACE DAY 3 April 18th 2016
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Racing at Antigua Classics, Day 3 on Sunday, April 17th, continued with the Kenny Coombs Memorial Cannon Race, in honour of being 'The father of Classics' favourite. Read More
ANTIGUA CLASSICS RACE DAY 2 April 18th 2016
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
View the results of Day 2 race of the Antigua Classic Regatta, which was held on Saturday, April 16th, in glorious conditions off the South coast of Antigua. Read More
ACYR - SINGLE HANDED RACE & CONCOURS D'ELEGANCE April 15th 2016
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Racing for the full fleet at Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta, sponsored by Panerai, starts on Friday, April 15. Read More
ACYR - SIX OF THE BEST April 13th 2016
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
A magnificent fleet of yachts is now assembling for the 29th edition of Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta, sponsored by Panerai. Nearly every yacht that will be competing has sailed to Antigua on its own hull. Read More
COMMUNITY MEETING April 11th 2016
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
Nelson's Dockyard National Park, invites all to the community meeting on Wednesday, April 13, 6:00 pm at the Cobbs Cross School. Read More
ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA SPECTATOR GUIDE April 8th 2016
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The 29th Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta returns over April 13th - 19th 2016. Read More
ACYR - S/Y ADIX JOINS RACING FLEET April 4th 2016
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta is pleased to announce one of the great cruising yachts, the 221 ft. three-masted schooner, Adix, will be joining the racing fleet. Read More
ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA 2016 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS April 8th 2016
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta runs over April 13 - 19 2016. Read More
ANTIGUA CLASSICS WELCOME JANLEY March 23rd 2016
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta welcomes Janley hull 14 of 24 Pacific Cruising Class yachts designed and built by George Kettenburg Jr. at Kettenburg Marine USA between 1946 and 1958. Read More
PASSPORT PHOTOS AVAILABLE IN JOLLY HARBOUR March 8th 2016
Steph & Vladas Studio
Passport photos for any country, photos for driving license, police records and more are available at Steph & Vladas Studio in Jolly Harbour. Read More
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES AT MSJMC May 1st 2018
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
MSJMC is actively seeking for volunteers who will serve in various areas of the hospital. Read More
2016 RORC CARIBBEAN 600 - WRAP UP FILM February 29th 2016
RORC Caribbean 600
Take a look at the 2016 RORC Caribbean 600 Race. 70 Boats from 30 different countries, 600 nautical miles, 11 Caribbean Islands. 1 Amazing Race. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600 - PRESS HIGH RES PHOTO GALLERY NOW LIVE February 29th 2016
RORC Caribbean 600
See the details on how to download high resolution copyright free images for editorial use only and more.
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GLORIOUS RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 29th 2016
RORC Caribbean 600
Five highly competitive starts thrilled hundreds of spectators lining the cliffs at Shirley Heights and Fort Charlotte. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600 - WINNERS DECIDED February 26th 2016
RORC Caribbean 600
On the fifth day of the RORC Caribbean 600 three yachts were still racing. The prize giving will be held tonight and all of the class winners have now been decided.
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VIDEO: FIRST FINISHERS IN THE RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 26th 2016
RORC Caribbean 600
Hear what the crews on the fastest yachts have to say about this year's race. A new course record for Lloyd Thornburg's MOD70 Phaedo 3 and more. Read More
PROTEUS DECLARED OVERALL WINNER OF RORC CARIBBEAN 600 TROPHY February 26th 2016
RORC Caribbean 600
George Sakellaris' Maxi72, Proteus has been declared the overall winner of the 2016 RORC Caribbean 600. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600 - TEASING MACHING SHOW THEIR CLASS February 26th 2016
RORC Caribbean 600
Eric De Turkheim's French A13, Teasing Machine finished the RORC Caribbean 600 at 0710 AST on Thursday, February 25th winning IRC One and claiming third overall for the race. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600 - PROTEUS SETS THE BAR February 25th 2016
RORC Caribbean 600
A thrilling race between four Maxi72s came to a conclusion on the third day of the RORC Caribbean 600, with George Sakellaris' Proteus as the first Maxi72 to finish the race. Read More
TICCHIO LAUNCHES BREAKFAST SERVICE February 24th 2016
Ticchio - Italian Food and Wine
Head out and enjoy a nice cup of tea, coffee or cappuccino along with some delicious cakes and sandwiches at Ticchio Italian Food and Wine from Monday, February 29. Read More
JOY & PAIN - MONOHULL LINE HONOURS FOR COMANCHE February 24th 2016
RORC Caribbean 600
American VPLP-Verdier 100 Comanche crossed the finish line of the RORC Caribbean 600 taking Monohull line honours for the race. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600 - PHAEDO3 SMASH THE 600 AFTER EPIC DUEL February 24th 2016
RORC Caribbean 600
MOD70s Concise 10 and Phaedo3 came to a conclusion after 32 hours of hot racing with Phaedo3 emerging as the winner. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600 - SPOOKIE'S FULL MOON February 23rd 2016
RORC Caribbean 600
The record fleet for the RORC Caribbean 600 enjoyed a full moon on the first night of racing. At sunset on the first night, all of the fleet had rounded the Barbuda mark.
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START VIDEO - RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 23rd 2016
RORC Caribbean 600
Watch video highlights, including aerials of some of the world's fastest boats and top racing teams as they battle it out. Read More
THE MAGIC CARPET RIDE - START OF THE 2016 RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 23rd 2016
RORC Caribbean 600
The 8th edition of the RORC Caribbean 600 started in spectacular style with the record 70 yacht fleet. Read More
VIDEO PREVIEW OF THE 2016 RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 22nd 2016
RORC Caribbean 600
The preview highlights video of the 2016 RORC Caribbean 600 interviews, atmosphere and on board footage prior to the Antigua start on Monday, February 22. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600: LONG HAUL ARRIVALS AND WEATHER JABBER February 22nd 2016
RORC Caribbean 600
Comanche arrived in Falmouth Harbour, Antigua on Saturday, February 20th after sailing 1,500 nm in less than four days from Charleston to Antigua for the RORC Caribbean 600. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600 - HOW TO FOLLOW THE RACE February 20th 2016
RORC Caribbean 600
Press Release: February, 19 2016. See how to follow the RORC Caribbean 600 race starting on Monday, February 22, from the shore, in the water or using social media platforms. Read More
SUBMIT ENTRIES FOR HFGF POETRY AND RESEARCH COMPETITION February 18th 2016
Antigua Barbuda Horticultural Society
Individuals interested in participating in the Homes, Families and Gardens Festival Poetry and Research competition to submit their entries by February 29th. Read More
RECORD ENTRY FOR RORC February 17th 2016
RORC Caribbean 600
A record entry of around 70 yachts are anticipated for the 8th edition of the offshore race around 11 Caribbean islands starting on Monday, February 22.
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TEAM WADADLI RETURN AND THE ATLANTIC CHALLENGE ANNOUNCED AS AN ANNUAL EVENT February 11th 2016
World's Toughest Row
At approximately 2:00 pm local time on Wednesday, the first horns began to sound as the team rounded the Superyacht dock on their final entry into the marina. Read More
NIKATA'S, MIKE BROUGHTON WALKS THE RORC CARIBBEAN 600 COURSE February 8th 2016
RORC Caribbean 600
The RORC Caribbean 600 is attracting some of the world's best yachts. Top professionals who have done the race before have often found it a tougher race than they had anticipated.
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ANTIGUA CLASSICS WELCOMES NEWCOMERS COLUMBIA AND EL ORO January 28th 2016
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The 2016 Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta is attracting a whole range of new competitors for its 29th annual Regatta. Read More
OCEAN REUNION SET NEW RECORD IN ATLANTIC ROWING CHALLENGE January 27th 2016
World's Toughest Row
Four Brits have beaten 25 teams from across the world to win the worlds toughest row, the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge. Read More
DINGIE RENTALS January 26th 2016
Dive Carib
REPUTABLE INSURANCE COVERAGE January 19th 2016
Brysons Shipping & Insurance
Brysons is offering direct insurance through a dedicated facility underwritten by Certain Underwriters at Lloyds. Read More
WELCOME TEAM WADADLI HOME January 18th 2016
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
The ABSFA invite all sports fishermen and other vessels to join them in proudly welcoming Team Wadadli Atlantic rowers home. Read More
ROWING FOR A CAUSE - ANTIGUA WE NEED TO DO BETTER! January 8th 2016
World's Toughest Row
As our fearless team of 4 row past the half way mark, lets not forget that they are out there raising money for St. John Hospice.
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WORLD'S BEST HEADING TO ANTIGUA December 28th 2015
RORC Caribbean 600
World's Best heading to Antigua. Record fleet for the 8th edition is organized by The Royal Ocean Racing Club in association with Antigua Yacht Club. Read More
TEAM WADADLI ON TALISKER WHISKY ATLANTIC CHALLENGE December 22nd 2015
World's Toughest Row
And theyre off! The 2015 Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge started on Sunday 20th December at 9:00 am from La Gomera in the Canary Islands. Read More
WATCH TEAM WADADLI START THE ATLANTIC CHALLENGE December 18th 2015
World's Toughest Row
Only days to go before the start of the 2015 Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge, set for this Sunday December 20 at 9:00 am. Read More
T-4 DAYS AND COUNTING FOR TEAM WADADLI IN THE ATLANTIC CHALLENGE December 11th 2015
World's Toughest Row
Only 4 days left before the start of the 2015 Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge, beginning on December 15th. Read More
TRACK TEAM WADADLI AT THE TALISKER WHISKY ATLANTIC CHALLENGE December 1st 2015
World's Toughest Row
Team Wadadli left for La Gomera in the Canaries on November 28 to prepare for the start of their rowing journey on December 15th. Read More
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING November 30th 2015
Museum of Antigua and Barbuda
The Museum of Antigua and Barbuda will host their Annual General Meeting on Thursday, January 28 at 5:30 pm. Read More
MAGNIFICENT FLEET FOR 8TH RORC CARIBBEAN 600 November 9th 2015
RORC Caribbean 600
Organized by The Royal Ocean Racing Club in association with AYC starting in Antigua on Monday, February 22,2016.
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WADADLI BEER INDEPENDENCE CALYPSO FINALISTS October 30th 2015
Antigua & Barbuda Independence Festival
The Antigua and Barbuda Festivals wishes to announce the Finalists for this years Wadadli Beer Independence Calypso Competition. Read More
HFGF POETRY AND RESEARCH COMPETITIONS October 26th 2015
Antigua Barbuda Horticultural Society
Individuals between the ages 6 20 years are asked to participate in the Homes, Families and Gardens Festival Poetry and Research Competitions. Read More
INDEPENDENCE CELEBRATIONS LAUNCHED October 26th 2015
Antigua & Barbuda Independence Festival
Antigua and Babruda Festivals Commission successfully hosted the 34th Independence Anniversary Celebration Launch. Read More
ANTIGUA BUGGYS AND DIVE CARIB SCUBABUGGY TOUR October 26th 2015
Dive Carib
Antigua Buggys and Dive Carib will soon launch a ScubaBuggy tour to include a buggy and single tank boat dive during the tour. Read More
HARPER'S BACK TO SCHOOL PRESENTATION October 23rd 2015
Harper's Office Depot
The Management & Staff of Harpers Office Depot extend a hearty thank you schools that partnered with them for the Back to School promotion. Read More
ANA’S FEATURED IN LORD’S TAVERNERS BLACK TIE EVENT October 13th 2015
Ana's On the Beach
As dinner for two at Anas Restaurant & Art Gallery with cricketing legend Sir Andy Roberts.
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ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA October 12th 2015
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta is the premier classic sailing event of the Caribbean with a steady 60+ Classics entering every year. Read More
ABFC TO HOST CALYPSO ADJUDICATION WORKSHOP October 7th 2015
Antigua Carnival
On October 17, in the Conference Room at the Sir Vivian Richards Cricket Stadium. Read More
2020 INDEPENDENCE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS September 23rd 2020
Antigua & Barbuda Independence Festival
Check out the official schedule of events for the 39th Anniversary of Independence. Read More
STUFF THE BUS PRESENTATIONS October 5th 2015
Harper's Office Depot
Harper's Office Depot and Caribbean Alliance Insurance Co. Ltd. presenting school supplies to the four government schools. Read More
HOMES, FAMILIES AND GARDENS FESTIVAL COMPETITION September 22nd 2015
Antigua Barbuda Horticultural Society
The registration deadline for the competition has been extended to December 31, 2015.
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ANTIGUA'S 60TH CARNIVAL PROMOTED IN NEW YORK September 11th 2015
Antigua Carnival
Antigua and Barbuda Festivals Commission promotes Antiguas 60th Carnival during 2015 Labour Celebration in New York. Read More
FOOD AND NUTRITION SECURITY & BACK-YARD GARDENING September 11th 2015
Antigua Barbuda Horticultural Society
Workshop is on September 22, at 2:00 pm at the Environment Division.
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HARPER'S FANTASTIC FUN FAIR September 10th 2015
Harper's Office Depot
Held for orphans and disadvantaged children of Antigua took place on Saturday, September 5 2015. Read More
ANTIGUA'S FIRST EVER DIVE CLUB September 1st 2015
Dive Carib
Creating a Dive Club for residents of Antigua who want affordable diving. Read More
HAS NEWSLETTER August 31st 2015
Museum of Antigua and Barbuda
Issue #130 of the Historical & Archaeological Societys Newsletter, covering July, August and September 2015. Read More
ANTIGUA & BARBUDA INDEPENDENCE THEME August 19th 2015
Antigua & Barbuda Independence Festival
The public is welcome to submit a theme to be used for Antigua and Barbuda's 34th Independence. Submission deadline is August 31. Read More
BECOME A PADI INSTRUCTOR August 18th 2015
Dive Carib
Divecarib to host an Instructor Development Course in April 2016 Read More
ANTIGUA DIVE CLUB August 15th 2015
Dive Carib
DiveCarib is soon to launch Antigua's first true Dive Club for residents. Read More
ANTIGUA CARNIVAL 2015 RESULTS August 12th 2015
Antigua Carnival
The official results for Antigua Carnival 2015 announced by the Antigua and Barbuda Festivals Commission. Floats, Band of the Year, Road March, Jumpy and Groovy Monarchs, Panorama. Read More
ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA 2016 August 10th 2015
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
See the latest news from Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta April 13-19 2016, the most famous classic yacht regatta in the region. Read More
ADVENTURE DIVING AROUND ANTIGUA August 1st 2015
Dive Carib
A brief explanation of some more adventurous diving around Antigua. Read More
ELEARNING COMES TO DIVING July 30th 2015
Dive Carib
Divers can now complete their academics online on either PC or Touch devices. Read More
ANTIGUA ATLANTIC ROWING TEAM PREPARES FOR THE CHALLENGE July 27th 2015
World's Toughest Row
Antigua's Atlantic rowing Team Wadadli has started preparing for the Challenge coming in December. Read More
WIN A TRIP TO ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA CARNIVAL July 23rd 2015
Antigua Carnival
Win a trip to Antigua and Barbuda for the Caribbean's Greatest Summer Festival being held from July 25 August 4 2015. Read More
MANGO FESTIVAL CHANGE OF VENUE July 22nd 2015
Antigua and Barbuda Mango Festival
The Antigua and Barbuda Mango Festival will be held on Sunday and Monday at the Botanical Gardens in the vicinity of the Environment Division. Read More
ANTIGUA COMMERCIAL BANK READY FOR 2015 PANORAMA July 22nd 2015
Antigua Carnival
The ACB Panorama Competition is on Friday 31st July, at Carnival City beginning at 9:00 pm. Read More
REGISTER FOR THE ANTIGUA CHARTER YACHT SHOW July 14th 2015
Antigua Charter Yacht Show
Registration for the Antigua Charter Yacht Show is now open for the event being held over 4 - 10 December. Read More
MANGO PINEAPPLE COMPETITION WINNERS July 13th 2015
Antigua and Barbuda Mango Festival
Winners and all participant chefs to receive awards and prizes at Christian Valley. Read More
MEET THIS YEAR'S TEEN XPLOSION CONTESTANTS July 10th 2015
Antigua Carnival
Twelve teens from secondary schools across the country to compete in the Teen Xplosion competition. Read More
ABFC PARTNERS WITH KENNEDY’S CLUB LTD July 8th 2015
Antigua Carnival
Kennedys Club Ltd. will be the first corporate entity to join the TOP Partner Program. Read More
ARG TRANSFORMATION TO CARNIVAL CITY BEGINS July 2nd 2015
Antigua Carnival
Antigua Recreation Grounds officially handed over to commence the transformation into Carnival City. Read More
TOP CHEFS RETURN FOR MANGO PINEAPPLE CULINARY COMPETITION July 1st 2015
Antigua and Barbuda Mango Festival
Over 18 professional chefs to compete in the Mango Pineapple Culinary Competition. Read More
MANGO FESTIVAL REGISTRATION June 30th 2015
Antigua and Barbuda Mango Festival
Register in advance to vend at the Mango Festival, with the Ministry of Tourism. Registration deadline is 21st, July 2015. Read More
SPIRIT T- SHIRT MAS & ANGEL'S J'OUVERT TROUPE June 30th 2015
Antigua Carnival
Jam with Angel's J'ouvert troupe on Monday, 3rd August 2015 at 4:00 am. Read More
MANGO FESTIVAL CELEBRATES 10 YEARS June 26th 2015
Antigua and Barbuda Mango Festival
Antigua and Barbuda Mango Festival returns to Christian Valley on 26th - 27th, July 2015. Read More
SPIRIT T-SHIRT MAS TROUPE June 26th 2015
Antigua Carnival
Sign up now for Spirit T-shirt Mas troupe and jam with them on Saturday, 25th July 2015. Read More
VIDEO: ANTIGUA & BARBUDA SPORT FISHING TOURNAMENT June 26th 2015
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
Check out a video of the 2015 Antigua & Barbuda Sport Fishing Tournament, filmed by Adam Anton. Read More
SPONSORS FOR INAUGURAL MISS ANTIGUA BARBUDA PAGEANT June 24th 2015
Antigua Carnival
The Hadeed Motors Miss Antigua Barbuda Pageant 2015 will be held on Friday, 26th June at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium at 8:00 pm. Read More
TEAM WADADLI’S ATLANTIC ROWING BOAT June 24th 2015
World's Toughest Row
The boat is here and building buzz locally for Antiguas bid in the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge 2015 as Team Wadadli. Read More
IMPORTANT DATES FOR ANTIGUA’S CARNIVAL 2015 June 22nd 2015
Antigua Carnival
Quarter and Semi-Finals dates for prospective Party and Calypso Monarch artistes. Read More
ANA'S PAY CARD June 12th 2015
Ana's On the Beach
Pick up an Ana's Pay Card, put on a limit and swipe as you go. Read More
MANGO FESTIVAL COMPETITION June 12th 2015
Antigua and Barbuda Mango Festival
Antigua and Barbuda Mango Festival Competition seeks out the best to compete in Culinary Challenge.
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THE MANGO PINEAPPLE CULINARY COMPETITION 2015 June 8th 2015
Antigua and Barbuda Mango Festival
Deadline extended! Register now for The Mango Pineapple Culinary Competition, to be held on Saturday 11th - Sunday 12, July 2015. Read More
MISS ANTIGUA BARBUDA PAGEANT UPDATE June 3rd 2015
Antigua Carnival
Preparations for the inaugural Miss Antigua Barbuda Pageant are currently underway with the release of ticket information for the upcoming show. Read More
TEAM WADADLI UPDATE - TALISKER WHISKY ATLANTIC CHALLENGE May 29th 2015
World's Toughest Row
Antiguas Team Wadadli now has three of four crew members confirmed for the row across the Atlantic Ocean commencing on December 15, 2015. Read More
ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA SPORT FISHING TOURNAMENT RESULTS May 29th 2015
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
Another successful Antigua and Barbuda Sports Fishing Tournament is behind us and what an event it was! Read More
TEEN XPLOSION SUBCOMMITTEE TO HOST A REBRANDED SHOW May 27th 2015
Antigua Carnival
2015 Teen Xplosion, formerly Teen splash, Competition Subcommittee Chairman, Vinema Jarvis, says this years show promises to be one with a difference as the Antigua Barbuda Festivals Commission get set to mark the 59th anniversary of the Caribbeans Greatest Summer festival next year. Read More
NEW REGISTRATION DEADLINES FOR CARNIVAL 2015 June 11th 2015
Antigua Carnival
The general public is advised that registration for Antiguas Carnival 2015, The Caribbeans Greatest Summer Festival, is currently still ongoing. Read More
ANGEL'S J'OUVERT TROUPE May 19th 2015
Antigua Carnival
Join Angel's J'ouvert troupe for the best Jump up street party experience on Monday 3rd August 2015 from 4am. Read More
WHITEHAWK WINS THE PANERAI TROPHY - ACYR PRIZE GIVING April 22nd 2015
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta, sponsored by Panerai, celebrated the winners at the Prize Giving Ceremony on the lawn of the Copper & Lumber Store, Nelson's Dockyard. Read More
ACYR FINAL RESULTS - RACE DAY 4 April 20th 2015
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Racing came to a conclusion today at the 28th edition of Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta, sponsored by Panerai. Read More
THE SPIRIT OF CLASSICS - RACE DAY 3 April 20th 2015
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta, sponsored by Panerai, is a competitive regatta but the spirit of the event is just as important. Read More
WHALE AHOY AND SIX OF THE BEST - ACYR RACE DAY 2 April 20th 2015
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Mother Nature delivered once again perfect conditions for the second day of the Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta, sponsored by Panerai. Read More
OVER THE RAINBOW - ACYR RACE DAY 1 April 20th 2015
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Glorious conditions greeted hundreds of avid sailors taking part on the first day of the Antigua Classics Yacht Regatta, sponsored by Panerai. Read More
CONCOURS D'ELEGANCE & SINGLE HANDED RACE RESULTS April 20th 2015
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
While Racing for the full fleet at Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta, sponsored by Panerai, started on Friday, on Thursday April 16th 2015, exponents of solo racing, enjoyed a stand-alone event, testing seamanship and dexterity. Read More
VIDEO: ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA April 16th 2015
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
A taste of the action to come with last year's video of the Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta, sponsored by Panerai. Read More
PREVIEW ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA April 13th 2015
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Wonderful yachts and passionate sailors, from all over the world, are gathering in Antigua for the 28th edition of the Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta, sponsored by Panerai. Read More
2015 ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA March 31st 2015
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The 28th Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta will take place April 15-21, 2015. Read More
49TH ANNUAL ANTIGUA SPORTS FISHING TOURNAMENT & MARLIN CLASSIC March 25th 2015
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
This years 49th Annual Antigua Sports Fishing Tournament will be held from May 21st - 24th, hosted in Antigua's historical marina Nelson's Dockyard. Read More
NAGICO AUTO ASSISTANCE March 17th 2015
Brysons Shipping & Insurance
Don't get stuck on the side of the road - roadside assistance is now available for private comprehensive policy holders. Read More
VIDEO: RORC CARIBBEAN 600: STORIES FROM THE RACE COURSE March 16th 2015
RORC Caribbean 600
Watch this spectacular film of stories from the race course of the 2015 RORC Caribbean 600. Read More
YOUNG LADIES INVITED TO REGISTER FOR MISS ANTIGUA BARBUDA March 6th 2015
Antigua Carnival
The Antigua and Barbuda Festivals Commission is urging females across the country who are interested in vying for the title of the first ever Miss Antigua Barbuda to register. Read More
REGISTRATION DEADLINES FOR CARNIVAL 2015 March 4th 2015
Antigua Carnival
Registration for Antiguas Carnival 2015, The Caribbeans Greatest Summer Festival, has officially begun. Read More
ANTIGUA CARNIVAL 2015 LAUNCHED March 4th 2015
Antigua Carnival
In front of a large crowd, The Antigua and Barbuda Festivals Commission under the Ministry of Trade, Industry, Commerce, Sports, Culture & National Festivals, launched the 2015 Carnival festivities on Saturday on Redcliffe Street. Read More
SPIRIT T-SHIRT MAS & ANGELS J’OUVERT TROUPE March 4th 2015
Antigua Carnival
Spirit tee shirt mas & Angels Jouvert Troupe is a fundraising Carnival troupe with the profits from the troupe going to Colin Richards medical fund. Read More
ISLAND ACADEMY ART SHOW February 25th 2015
Island Academy International School
Wine, Sushi & Art on March 7 at The Larder, featuring student art
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RORC CARIBBEAN 600: THE FINEST YACHT RACE IN THE CARIBBEAN March 2nd 2015
RORC Caribbean 600
Antigua witnessed possibly the finest yacht race in the Caribbean as the 66-boat fleet racing in the 7th edition of the RORC Caribbean 600 set off on 23 February. Read More
VIDEO: PHAEDO 3 AT THE START OF THE RORC CARIBBEAN 600 March 2nd 2015
RORC Caribbean 600
Check out this fantastic video of the start of the RORC Caribbean 600 from Phaedo 3s perspective. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600: DAY 5: BELLA MENTE OVERALL WINNER February 27th 2015
RORC Caribbean 600
Hap Fauth's American JV72, Bella Mente has been declared the overall winner of the 2015 RORC Caribbean 600. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600: DAY 4: FIGARO AND CLASSIC FOCUS February 27th 2015
RORC Caribbean 600
Four Figaro II teams, all from the Guadeloupe Grand Large sailing academy, are racing in this year's RORC Caribbean 600. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600 DAY 3 & 4: 43 YACHTS STILL RACING February 26th 2015
RORC Caribbean 600
By the morning of Day Four of the RORC Caribbean 600, 19 yachts had completed the race and 43 yachts were still racing. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600: DAY 2 WRAP UP February 25th 2015
RORC Caribbean 600
Lloyd Thornburg's MOD 70, Phaedo3 crossed the finish line followed by George David's Juan K designed Rambler 88. Read More
PHAEDO 3 BREAKS RORC CARIBBEAN 600 MULTIHULL RECORD February 25th 2015
RORC Caribbean 600
Lloyd Thornburg's MOD 70, Phaedo^3 crossed the finish line in Antigua at 20:35:30 AST on Tuesday 24th February 2015 in an elapsed time of 1 day, 9 hours, 35 minutes and 30 seconds. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600 DAY 1: VIDEO & HIGHLIGHTS February 24th 2015
RORC Caribbean 600
66 yachts started the 7th edition of the RORC Caribbean 600, with hundreds of race fans watching the impressive fleet from Fort Charlotte and Shirley Heights. Read More
PHAEDO 3 AND PARADOX FLY INTO ANTIGUA February 20th 2015
RORC Caribbean 600
Trimarans Phaedo 3 and Paradox fly into Antigua for the RORC Caribbean 600. Read More
FESTIVALS COMMISSION ROLLS OUT CARNIVAL VOLUNTEER PROGRAM February 19th 2015
Antigua Carnival
A call is being made on residents who are interested in the Carnival Volunteer Program to register at the office of the Antigua and Barbuda Festivals Commission. Read More
HOW TO FOLLOW THE RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 19th 2015
RORC Caribbean 600
The Race Team from the Royal Ocean Racing Club, based at Antigua Yacht Club, is busy preparing for the start of 7th edition of the RORC Caribbean 600. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600 - SENSATIONAL FLEET GATHERS IN ANTIGUA February 16th 2015
RORC Caribbean 600
An amazing fleet of yachts from around the globe, have come together for a spectacular Caribbean rendezvous. Read More
KEN FOLLET MEETS ISLAND ACADEMY January 26th 2015
Island Academy International School
Internationally renowned best selling author and story teller, Ken Follet visits Island Academy. Read More
MAVERICK SABRE STOPS BY January 26th 2015
Island Academy International School
Maverick Sabre, UK singer-songwriter supports school fundraiser Read More
GILL NA SUPPORTS RORC CARIBBEAN 600 January 30th 2015
RORC Caribbean 600
The Royal Ocean Racing Club is pleased to announce its partnership with Gill North America as official crew merchandise provider for the 7th edition of the RORC Caribbean 600, starting in Antigua on Monday 23 February. Read More
ATLANTIC ROWING CHALLENGE: TEAM WADADLI UPDATE January 26th 2015
World's Toughest Row
Check out the latest news from Team Wadadli as they prepare to take part in the 2015 Atlantic Rowing Challenge, starting on 15th December 2015. Read More
TICCHIO OPENING HOURS October 14th 2021
Ticchio - Italian Food and Wine
Open Monday to Saturday from 9am-4pm. Closed on Sunday and Public Holidays. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600 - SET FOR A REAL CRACKER January 20th 2015
RORC Caribbean 600
The 7th edition of the RORC Caribbean 600 is looking like a real cracker and proving irresistible to a variety of yacht racing teams from all over the world. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600 OFFICIAL MERCHANDISE ON SALE February 16th 2017
RORC Caribbean 600
Official RORC Caribbean 600 Musto merchandise now available in the car park at Antigua Yacht Club. Read More
ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA PROGRAMME & EVENTS SCHEDULE January 14th 2015
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Check out the Programme and Schedule of Events for the 28th Annual Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta, being held over April 16th 21st 2015. Read More
ANA'S ART GALLERY November 12th 2018
Ana's On the Beach
Housed at the restaurant on Dickenson Bay, the collection features works of Antiguan artists. Read More
NOTICE ON TRADING LICENSES January 5th 2015
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
Notice is hereby given that the National Parks (Trading) Regulations, 2014, Statutory Instrument No.9 of 2014 and which was gazetted as Vol XXXIV No.21 dated March, 2014 will take effect on Saturday 31st January, 2015. Read More
RORC TRANSATLANTIC RACE OVERALL REPORT December 23rd 2014
RORC Caribbean 600
Check out a wrap up of the inaugural RORC Transatlantic Race, which started on Sunday 30 November from Puerto Calero, Lanzarote, Canary Islands bound for Camper & Nicholsons Port Louis Marina, Grenada, West Indies. Read More
ANTIGUA CHARTER YACHT SHOW WRAP UP December 22nd 2014
Antigua Charter Yacht Show
Check out a wrap up of the 53rd Annual Antigua Charter Yacht Show, over 5-11 December 2014. Read More
LUPA SPICES IT UP FOR LINE HONOURS VICTORY December 12th 2014
RORC Caribbean 600
Lupa of London sealed their Line Honours win in the inaugural 2014 RORC Transatlantic Race. Read More
ANTIGUA CHARTER YACHT SHOW 2023 May 23rd 2023
Antigua Charter Yacht Show
The annual Antigua Charter Yacht Show will get under way December 4th - 9th, 2023. The show is private and for participants only Read More
TRAIL BLAZING START EXPECTED FOR RORC TRANSATLANTIC November 28th 2014
RORC Caribbean 600
The inaugural RORC Transatlantic Race, in association with the International Maxi Association (IMA), starts on Saturday 29th November 1200 CET from Lanzarote, Canary Islands Read More
RORC TRANSATLANTIC RACE: LITTLE AND LARGE November 24th 2014
RORC Caribbean 600
There are a few to go until a highly competitive fleet competes in the inaugural RORC Transatlantic Race from Lanzarote to Grenada. Read More
MY HERITAGE, MY CULTURE ART CONTEST FROM NAGICO November 17th 2014
Brysons Shipping & Insurance
Students 6-16 years old are invited to enter artwork on the theme to Brysons Insurance for judging. Read More
REVIEW OF THE 2014 RORC RACE SEASON November 14th 2014
RORC Caribbean 600
The RORC Season's Points Championship consists of a selection of races, both UK and abroad, that test the skill and endurance of offshore sailors. Read More
MSJMC DONATES TO BREAST FRIENDS November 12th 2014
Sir Lester Bird Mount St. John's Medical Centre
The medical centre announced a donation of over $7,200 to the breast cancer awareness organization, raised during the annual pink PARTY. Read More
ANTIGUA CHARTER YACHT SHOW FLIER SERVICE October 31st 2014
Antigua Charter Yacht Show
The Antigua Charter Yacht Show has a flier service for the Captains' bags in which flyers will be given to every skipper who registers for the Show. Read More
A & B 33RD INDEPENDENCE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS October 23rd 2014
Antigua & Barbuda Independence Festival
The ABFC is pleased to release the official schedule of events for our 33rd Anniversary of Independence. Read More
HAS NEWSLETTER October 16th 2014
Museum of Antigua and Barbuda
Have a read of Issue #127 of the Historical & Archaeological Societys Newsletter, covering October, November and December 2014. Read More
UPDATE ON TEAM WADADLI September 22nd 2014
World's Toughest Row
Dr. Nick Fuller provides an update on Team Wadadli's progress in preparation for taking on the Atlantic Challenge for Rowers. Read More
FRANCIS NUNES JR MEMORIAL FISHING TOURNAMENT CANCELLED September 16th 2014
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
We hope to see you at our future tournaments; The Best in the West Tournament in November and the main Tournament in May 2015. Read More
FRANCIS NUNES JR MEMORIAL TOURNAMENT AND SEAFOOD FESTIVAL August 28th 2014
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
The 7th Annual Francis Nunes Jr Memorial Tournament and Seafood Festival will take place on Friday, September 26 and Saturday, September 27. Read More
2014 MANGO PINEAPPLE CULINARY COOK OFF WINNERS August 13th 2014
Antigua and Barbuda Mango Festival
The winning Dish was BBQ Duck, stuffed with pineapple sweet potato, braised with baby gem lettuce, prepared by Mr Duberry. Read More
VIDEO: MANGO FESTIVAL 2014 July 28th 2014
Antigua and Barbuda Mango Festival
Check out the video leading up to the 2014 Mango Festival, being held on Sunday 10th August from 9:00am 7:00pm. Read More
FINALISTS FOR WADADLI BEER CALYPSO MONARCH FINALS July 25th 2014
Antigua Carnival
The Carnival Committee has announced the 10 finalists for the Calypso Monarch Finals to be held on Sunday, August 3 at Carnival City. Read More
ANTIGUA & BARBUDA MANGO FESTIVAL 2014 July 16th 2014
Antigua and Barbuda Mango Festival
On August 10th, Mango will be in the spotlight at the Annual Mango Festival at the Christian Valley Agricultural Station. Read More
SPORT FISHING TOURNAMENT PHOTOS July 14th 2014
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
The 48th Annual Sport Fishing Tournament took place over June 5th 8th, with the Marlin Classic held on Friday June 6th. Read More
LIME PARTY MONARCH 2014 SEMI-FINALISTS July 8th 2014
Antigua Carnival
See the semi-finalists who will compete on July 21st for a spot on the stage. Read More
NEW TROPHIES FOR RORC TRANSATLANTIC RACE July 4th 2014
RORC Caribbean 600
Two magnificent perpetual trophies will be awarded to winners of the Royal Ocean Racing Club's inaugural Transatlantic Race this November. Read More
ANTIGUANS TAKE UP ATLANTIC CHALLENGE IN AID OF CHARITIES July 3rd 2014
World's Toughest Row
All Antiguan crew and solo German take up Atlantic Rowing Challenge in aid of charities. Read More
53RD ANNUAL JAYCEES CARIBBEAN QUEEN SHOW PREPARATION UNDERWAY June 30th 2014
Antigua Carnival
Planning has begun for the 2014 Jaycees Queen Show Read More
A&B SPORT FISHING TOURNAMENT RESULTS June 26th 2014
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
Check out the results from the 48th Annual Sports Fishing Tournament that was held over June 5th 8th. Read More
CDC REGISTRATION DEALINE FAST APPROACHING June 24th 2014
Antigua Carnival
The registration deadline for applicants of all disciplines of Carnival is Thursday June 26, 2014. Read More
BRYSONS OFFERS SERVICES FOR CIP INVESTORS May 26th 2014
Brysons Shipping & Insurance
Bryson's Shipping & Insurance offers CIP investors shipping, insurance and related services, with packages for their specific needs. Read More
NAGICO OFFERS INSURANCE FOR BAU PANEL HOMEOWNERS May 14th 2014
Brysons Shipping & Insurance
NAGICO, through Bryson's Insurance, now offers special rates and discounts to all Baupanel homeowners. Read More
ANTIGUA'S CARNIVAL REGISTRATION ONGOING April 25th 2014
Antigua Carnival
The Carnival Development Committee and The National Festivals Office wish to remind all concerned that registration for all competitions for Carnival 2014 is ongoing. Read More
ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA PRIZE WINNERS ANNOUNCED April 24th 2014
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
After a pleasant day in Nelsons Dockyard, hundreds of competitors, family and friends, gathered on the lawn at The Copper & Lumber Store for the Prize Giving Ceremony. Read More
CHEERS ON THE DOCK April 22nd 2014
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Racing at the Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta, sponsored by Panerai came to a conclusion today with the Windward Course, a reaching start with a tricky reverse triangle and a reach finish. Read More
A BARREL OF FUN April 22nd 2014
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Blue water gurgling through the gunnels with white foam hissing at the toe rail, the third day of the Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta, sponsored by Panerai was an absolute gem. Read More
BIG BREEZE ON THE BUTTERFLY April 22nd 2014
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Day Two of the 27th Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta, sponsored by Panerai, will be remembered for exciting conditions on the Butterfly Course, which produced a variety of wind angles and manoeuvres for the stunning Classic fleet. Read More
ELEGANT FRIDAY April 22nd 2014
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The 27th Edition of the Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta kicked off in glorious Caribbean weather, 20 knots of warm Trades' and two metre seas provided exciting conditions for the wondrous fleet of classic yachts that have gathered in Antigua. Read More
GATHERING OF THE CLASSICS April 22nd 2014
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
A forest of wooden masts on stunning yachts, with elegant lines, gathered at the Antigua Yacht Club for a celebration of sailing. Read More
CLASSICS YACHT PARADE ON EASTER SUNDAY April 17th 2014
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
As traditionally done, after the third race of the Classic Yacht Regatta, the yachts will parade through the Antigua Slipway and past Nelson's Dockyard on Sunday, April 20. Read More
BRYSONS OPENS OFFICE IN FALMOUTH April 15th 2014
Brysons Shipping & Insurance
The insurance company recently opened an office in Falmouth Harbour. Read More
BRYSONS PRESENTS "INSURANCE ASSURANCE" April 15th 2014
Brysons Shipping & Insurance
This informative radio show is aired every Wednesday from 6:30 to 8 pm on Observer Radio 91.1FM. Read More
PREVIEW ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA April 2nd 2014
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
About sixty yachts are expected, a rare rendezvous of breathtaking yachts, which are categorised in six different classes. Read More
ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA NEWS March 26th 2014
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Latest info on registration, a volunteer amateur photographer needed as well as a committee boat. Read More
VIDEO: RORC CARIBBEAN 600 COVERAGE ON NC SPORTS March 12th 2014
RORC Caribbean 600
Check out the video below from NC Sports on March 6th that starts off with a feature on the RORC Caribbean 600 that took place last month here in Antigua! Read More
INTERNATIONAL MAXI ASSOCIATION SUPPORTS RORC TRANSATLANTIC RACE March 10th 2014
RORC Caribbean 600
The International Maxi Association (IMA) has joined forces with the Royal Ocean Racing Club (RORC) in the organisation of the inaugural RORC Transatlantic Race and will be awarding an exquisite vintage sterling silver trophy to the Line Honours winner. Read More
RECORD 60 FOR THE 6TH RORC CARIBBEAN 600: WRAP UP March 4th 2014
RORC Caribbean 600
60 yachts from 11 different countries, with 682 crew from all over the world, took part in the 6th edition of the RORC Caribbean 600 and enjoyed spectacular conditions and intense competition. Read More
SHOCKWAVE WIN OVERALL: RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 28th 2014
RORC Caribbean 600
With all 60 yachts accounted for, the Royal Ocean Racing Club announces that the winner of the RORC Caribbean 600 Trophy for the best yacht, overall in IRC on corrected time, is George Sakellaris' RP72, Shockwave. Read More
SUCCESS FOR ANTIGUA IN THE RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 28th 2014
RORC Caribbean 600
Antiguan yachts and sailors successful in the RORC Caribbean 600 Read More
PARTY SPIRIT BUILDING IN ANTIGUA: RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 28th 2014
RORC Caribbean 600
At 0800 on Day Four of the RORC Caribbean 600, 17 yachts had completed the race and six yachts retired. Read More
FIGHT TO THE FINISH: RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 27th 2014
RORC Caribbean 600
Hap Fauth's JV72, Bella Mente crossed the finish line in Antigua to take Monohull Line Honours for the 2014 RORC Caribbean 600 on Wednesday 26th February Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600: AERIAL HIGHLIGHTS: START & LEG 1 February 26th 2014
RORC Caribbean 600
After starting at Fort Charlotte, Antigua, the 60-boat fleet beat to the east and above Green Island. Here they crack off and reach to the first mark at Barbuda before gybing towards Nevis and darkness. Read More
RAMBLER TAKES UP THE RUNNING February 26th 2014
RORC Caribbean 600
At 0700 local time, on Day Two of the RORC Caribbean 600, George David's RP90, Rambler, had opened up a four mile lead on the water from Hap Fauth's JV72, Bella Mente. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600 - SPARKLING START February 25th 2014
RORC Caribbean 600
60 yachts started the 6th edition of the RORC Caribbean 600 in spectacular conditions. Read More
PRE-START VIDEO: RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 25th 2014
RORC Caribbean 600
Here's a short video in the build up to the start of the race. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600 WELCOME February 24th 2014
RORC Caribbean 600
On Saturday 22nd February, the RORC Caribbean 600 Skippers' Briefing and Welcome Party took place at the Antigua Yacht Club. Read More
INVALUABLE VOLUNTEERS - RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 24th 2014
RORC Caribbean 600
On Friday over 50 volunteers gathered at the Antigua Yacht Club for a final meeting and get together. Read More
CARIBBEAN HIGHWAY - RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 24th 2014
RORC Caribbean 600
On the 24th February the start gun will fire from Fort Charlotte, Antigua, and the largest fleet of yachts ever to race offshore in the Caribbean will begin their high speed adventure. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600 - HOW TO FOLLOW THE RACE February 21st 2014
RORC Caribbean 600
Where to watch the start and how to follow the race throughout. Read More
STRENGTH IN DEPTH: RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 21st 2014
RORC Caribbean 600
With 65 entries, a record entry for the sixth RORC Caribbean 600 is a certainty and right through the fleet the quality and character of the yachts and sailors is strong and deep. Read More
RORC 600 START SPECTATOR POINTS February 20th 2014
RORC Caribbean 600
Among best places to view the RORC racing is Shirley Heights, Fort Berkley and other spots Read More
RORC TRANSATLANTIC RACE BOUND FOR GRENADA February 19th 2014
RORC Caribbean 600
Grenada has been chosen by the Royal Ocean Racing Club (RORC) as the destination for the finish of the 2,800 nm east-west race across the Atlantic. Read More
60 ENTRIES FOR THE RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 14th 2014
RORC Caribbean 600
The sixth edition of the RORC Caribbean 600 will be bigger than ever. Read More
RECORD ENTRY FOR RORC CARIBBEAN 600, ANTIGUA January 28th 2014
RORC Caribbean 600
One month to go... and there's still time to take part Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600 ENTICES TOP OFFSHORE RACERS January 13th 2014
RORC Caribbean 600
The 6th edition of the RORC Caribbean 600 is proving irresistible to yacht racing teams from all over the world. Read More
ANTIGUA CHARTER YACHT SHOW A SUCCESS December 20th 2013
Antigua Charter Yacht Show
The 52nd Antigua Charter Yacht Show was another great success! Read More
6TH ANNUAL HFGF WINNERS ANNOUNCED December 17th 2013
Antigua Barbuda Horticultural Society
Leopold and Candia Richards are the overall winners of the 6th annual Homes, Families and Gardens Festival competition Read More
CELEBRITY CHEF COMING TO ANTIGUA November 19th 2013
Antigua Charter Yacht Show
If you're a fan of Chad Sarno, you're in luck. The cooking king will be visiting Antigua for a wellness and plant-based cuisine seminar Read More
ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA NOTICE OF RACE November 8th 2013
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta has issued its 2014 Notice of Race - April 15 to 22, 2014. Read More
KENNY COOMBS: 14/04/1950 – 05/10/2013 October 30th 2013
RORC Caribbean 600
FOUNDER of ANTIGUA CLASSIC REGATTA, Gentleman of the Sea.
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BRISTOLIAN ANTIGUA BOUND FOR RORC CARIBBEAN 600 October 5th 2013
RORC Caribbean 600
98-foot Bristolian is Antigua bound for another Caribbean season and the RORC Caribbean 600 followed by Antigua Sailing Week. Read More
FRANCIS NUNES JR MEMORIAL TOURNAMENT RESULTS October 3rd 2013
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
Results of last weekend's Francis Nunes Jr Memorial Tournament. Read More
ABSF NEW FACEBOOK PAGE September 16th 2013
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
Like Sport Fishing new Facebook page to keep up-to-date with the latest updates and footage in fishing. Read More
SUGAR MILL TOWER TOUR REPORT September 11th 2013
Museum of Antigua and Barbuda
Visit the museum to get the recent report on the condition and history of the mills left standing in Antigua Read More
HAS NEWSLETTER NO. 122 September 4th 2013
Museum of Antigua and Barbuda
The Historical and Archaeological Society has recently published its latest quarterly newsletter for July-September 2013 Read More
FRANCIS NUNES JR MEMORIAL SPORT FISHING TOURNAMENT August 29th 2013
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
The Francis Nunes Jr Memorial Tournament and Seafood Festival will take place on Saturday, September 28, 2013 in Nelson's Dockyard, English Harbour. Read More
TEEN SPLASH, LEO AND CDC SEND OFF MARQUIS August 21st 2013
Antigua Carnival
Supporters joined little Marquis George-Beazer and his grandmother ahead of his departure for a medical check-up Read More
FULL LIST OF RESULTS - 2013 CARNIVAL CELEBRATIONS August 7th 2013
Antigua Carnival
Antigua Carnival covered many exciting festivities and competitions. Here is a full list of the results for the 2013 Carnival Celebrations Read More
2013 LIME PARTY MONARCH WINNERS August 7th 2013
Antigua Carnival
Tian Winter managed to hold his crown in the Groovy section, but Ezzy Rattigan stole his Jumpy Crown while hailing with his Golden Cup Read More
2013 WADADLI BEER CALYPSO MONARCH WINNERS August 7th 2013
Antigua Carnival
One monarch has fallen and another has risen - check out the winners of this year's competition here Read More
2013 JAYCEES QUEEN PAGEANT RESULTS August 3rd 2013
Antigua Carnival
Check out the results for the 2013 Jaycees Queen Pageant right here. Read More
FORMER KINGS TO ADD TO EXCITEMENT OF CALYPSO MONARCH July 31st 2013
Antigua Carnival
Calpyso Monarch legends will engage each other in a showdown to add to the excitement of the competition Read More
THE SOURCE TEEN SPLASH PAGEANT 2013 RESULTS July 31st 2013
Antigua Carnival
Check out the results for this year's Teen Splash Pageant right here Read More
QUEEN OF CARNIVAL 2013 RESULTS July 30th 2013
Antigua Carnival
Check out the results for the Antigua Queen of Carnival Pageant 2013 right here Read More
CARNIVAL 2013 KICKS OFF WITH PARADE AND CHILDREN’S CARNIVAL July 30th 2013
Antigua Carnival
Carnival got off to a great early start with the launch of the Children's Carnival Read More
LOCAL ARTISTES NAMED GOODWILL AMBASSADORS AND CULTURAL ENVOYS July 30th 2013
Antigua Carnival
Cabinet and the Ministry of Culture are employing the services of local artistes to market the twin-island nation Read More
STATE INSURANCE CORPORATION JUNIOR CALYPSO COMPETITION RESULTS July 29th 2013
Antigua Carnival
Read the results on the competition here. And the winners are Read More
LIME JUNIOR CARNIVAL PRINCE AND PRINCESS COMPETITION RESULTS July 29th 2013
Antigua Carnival
Check out the results for the LIME Junior Carnival competition here Read More
8TH ANNUAL MANGO FESTIVAL REPORT July 23rd 2013
Antigua and Barbuda Mango Festival
This year's Mango Festival was abundant with all things mango - books, beverages, food, etc Read More
2013 STATE INSURANCE JUNIOR CALYPSO FINALISTS July 23rd 2013
Antigua Carnival
Here are the new finalists for the 2013 Junior Calypso Finalists Read More
2013 WADADLI BEER CALYPSO MONARCH FINALISTS July 23rd 2013
Antigua Carnival
The CDC recently revealed the calypsonians who will go head to head in the finals Read More
MEET 2013 PARTY MONARCH FINALISTS July 16th 2013
Antigua Carnival
With the close of last week's Party Monarch Semi Finals, the new finalists were decided and they'll be going all-out in the battle of the Finals Read More
REGISTER WITH MYST CARNIVAL FOR T-SHIRT MAS July 15th 2013
Antigua Carnival
Myst Carnival takes to the street on the opening day of Carnival, July 28th, in 'prep'aration for Carnival Monday and Tuesday. Read More
CDD GRAFTING WORKSHOP DOES WELL July 5th 2013
Antigua Barbuda Horticultural Society
Director of the CDD Dale OBrien was pleased with the level of interest shown and spoke of the possibility of another workshop soon Read More
SEMI FINALISTS OF PARTY MONARCH 2013 July 3rd 2013
Antigua Carnival
Several big stars of soca, along with a few newcomers, made it to the semi-finals last week with the close of the Party Monarch quarterfinals. Read More
NEW WEBSITE ALMOST READY TO LAUNCH July 2nd 2013
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
The Antigua and Barbuda Sports Fishing Club is about to launch its new state-of-the-art website and tournament management system Read More
MANGO FESTIVAL 2013 DRAWS NEAR July 2nd 2013
Antigua and Barbuda Mango Festival
Sweet Mangoes! Grafted Mangoes! Julie Mangoes! It's all about mangoes this month when the Christian Valley Mango Festival 2013 comes around Read More
CONTESTANTS OF THE SOURCE TEEN SPLASH PAGEANT 2013 June 28th 2013
Antigua Carnival
These are the brilliant contestants who will shine at the pageant this year Read More
FIRST YACHT ENTERS 2014 RORC CARIBBEAN 600 June 21st 2013
RORC Caribbean 600
Two previous competitors have been quick off the mark to confirm their participation in the Royal Ocean Racing Club's 2014 Caribbean 600 race Read More
LUNCH TIME CALYPSO AT WADADLI BEER CALYPSO CORNER COMMENCES June 19th 2013
Antigua Carnival
"Lunch Time Calypso" at Wadadli Beer Calypso Corner, located at the junction of High Street and Corn Alley, is back. Read More
MUSEUM ANTIGUA BARBUDA CHILDREN'S SUMMER CAMP June 13th 2013
Museum of Antigua and Barbuda
Children aged 5-16 years will explore tonnes of exciting new activities in this summer camp and have lots of fun! Read More
KENNEDY’S CLUB EXPANDS SPONSORSHIP FOR CARNIVAL 2013 June 10th 2013
Antigua Carnival
Kennedy's Club Limited has just "up the ante" in respect of their already heavy involvement in Antigua & Barbuda's summer festival. Read More
CDC CONDUCTS CALYPSO AJUDICATORS WORKSHOPS June 7th 2013
Antigua Carnival
The Carnival Development Committee will be conducting a series of Calypso Adjudicators Workshops Read More
'FEISTY FIGHTS IN A HIGH WIND CLASSIC' AS PUBLISHED IN CARIBBEAN COMPASS JUNE 2013 June 2nd 2013
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Louay Habib writes about Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta 2013 for Caribbean Compass Magazine. Read More
CDC REGISTRATION COMMENCES May 30th 2013
Antigua Carnival
The Carnival Development Committee CDC wishes to inform the general public that registration has commenced for all disciplines of Carnival. Read More
ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA SPORT FISHING TOURNAMENT RESULTS May 30th 2013
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
Check out the Sporting and Marlin Division Results here. Read More
'TAKE A RIDE' BY KIMMY (PROD. BY DJ KELLS) - NEW SOCA RELEASE May 29th 2013
Antigua Carnival
Viva Caribbean presents a brand new soca release for Antigua Carnival 2013 Read More
OFFICIAL VIDEO RELEASE FOR ‘IREP SPARTANS ANTHEM’ May 27th 2013
Antigua Carnival
Ali and Associates has released the official music video iRep Spartans Anthem for Antigua Carnival 2013 Read More
MYST CARNIVAL EVENTS 2013 May 22nd 2013
Antigua Carnival
Check out the 2013 Myst Carnival calendar. Read More
MYST CARNIVAL 2013 FEMALE COSTUMES May 22nd 2013
Antigua Carnival
Check out the 2013 Female zones: Adrenaline Read More
VITAMIN B AND GOLDFIN VICTORIOUS May 20th 2013
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
Vitamin B and Goldfin provide fierce competition for the rest of the crews at the 47th Annual Fishing Tournament. Read More
ANTIGUA SPORTS FISHING TOURNAMENT KICKS OFF May 14th 2013
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
Last weekend was the anticipatory launch party for the fishing tournament, which is set to take place soon Read More
ANTIGUA CLASSIC REGATTA 2013 PHOTO HIGHLIGHTS April 26th 2013
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
SPARKLING FINALE April 24th 2013
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Spectacular conditions prevailed for the last day of racing at Antigua Classic Regatta. Read More
AFTERNOON TEA, GIG RACING AND PRIZE GIVING April 24th 2013
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Two fabulous events round off another highly successful Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta.
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ADVENTURESS RECEIVES THE OVERALL WINNING CONCOURS D'ELEGANCE TROPHY April 22nd 2013
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Adventuress crew members praised after winning the overall trophy. Read More
ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA GETS UNDERWAY THIS WEEK April 15th 2013
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta registration takes place Tuesday and Wednesday and racing begins this Friday. Read More
ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA SPORT FISHING TOURNAMENT LAUNCH PARTY ANNOUNCED April 14th 2013
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
The Sport Fishing Tournament launch party will take place at Tides Restaurant on Saturday, May 11. Read More
ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA COMMITTEE ANNOUNCES GIG RACING April 14th 2013
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The Antigua Classics Committee has announced annual gig racing on Tuesday, April 23. Read More
REGISTRATION FOR QUEEN OF CARNIVAL 2013 April 12th 2013
Antigua Carnival
Registration has begun for Antigua Carnival Queen contestants Read More
PIC INSURANCE LIBERTA RETAINS STATE INSURANCE 40 OVERS CHAMPIONSHIP April 9th 2013
Local Cricket Games
PIC Liberta won their sixth consecutive State Insurance championship Read More
JOIN ANGELS J'OUVERT TROUPE FOR ANTIGUA CARNIVAL 2013 July 22nd 2013
Antigua Carnival
Patrons of the Angels J'Ouvert Troupe for Antigua Carnival this year will be in for a treat, with a great package, fantastic entertainment and a guaranteed good time for all. Read More
PRINT VERSION OF ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA PROGRAM IS IN! March 27th 2013
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The print version of ACYR program is in and the online version can be viewed here. Read More
NEW FORMAT FOR SPORT FISHING TOURNAMENT IN MAY March 18th 2013
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
Antigua and Barbuda Marlin Classic set for an earlier start this year Read More
ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA NEEDS A COMMITTEE BOAT March 14th 2013
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
This is a fantastic opportunity to enjoy a birds eye view of Antigua Classic Yacht Regattas on-the-water competition! Read More
ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA SPONSOR PANERAI ANNOUNCES NEW REGATTA ON CIRCUIT March 14th 2013
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Officine Panerai announces Le Vela dEpoca a Nopoli has joined the Classic Yachts Challenge circuit. Read More
US SKUTTLEBUTT REPORTS ON RORC CARIBBEAN 600 March 14th 2013
RORC Caribbean 600
US Skuttlebutt describes RORC Caribbean 600 as Incredible Race Track Well Managed Event. Read More
“MUST SEE ON ANTIGUA” REVIEW ON TRIPADVISOR March 4th 2013
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
Take a look below at this excellent review of Nelson's Dockyard. Read More
RORC INCREASE ENTRIES TO ROLEX FASTNET RACE February 25th 2013
RORC Caribbean 600
Mass entries force RORC to increase the number of available places. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600 PRIZE GIVING: A PARTY TO REMEMBER February 25th 2013
RORC Caribbean 600
Packed with competitors, friends and family, Antigua Yacht Club was filled beyond capacity as close to a thousand revellers gathered for the RORC Caribbean 600 Prize Giving. Read More
DAY 5 RACE REPORT February 22nd 2013
RORC Caribbean 600
Spectacular Prize Giving Tonight: RORC Caribbean 600 Read More
40 DEGREES BREAKS CLASS40 RECORD February 21st 2013
RORC Caribbean 600
40 Degrees smashes the class 40 record by a whopping 3 hours! Read More
TIRED AND ELATED - DAY 4: RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 21st 2013
RORC Caribbean 600
Just after dusk at 19:34:34, Ron O'Hanley's American Cookson 50, Privateer came through the finish line off English Harbour, Antigua. Read More
GRINS ALL AROUND AS FIRST YACHTS FINISH February 21st 2013
RORC Caribbean 600
Mike Slade's crew on ICAP Leopard were enjoying a cold beer in the Antigua Yacht Club today and Leopard's owner, Mike Slade, was really enjoying winding down after a tough race in which ICAP Leopard took Line Honours for the second time: "That was definitely the toughest of the three races I have done, but I absolutely love this race; the course, the weather and the welcome we receive back in Antigua is just the best, anywhere. Read More
MONOHULL LINE HONOURS FOR ICAP LEOPARD February 20th 2013
RORC Caribbean 600
ICAP Leopard crossed the finish line in Antigua to take Monohull Line Honours for the 2013 RORC Caribbean 600 on Wednesday 20 February in an elapsed time of 45 hours 58 minutes and 05 seconds. Read More
DAY 3: A TOUGH DAY IN PARADISE February 20th 2013
RORC Caribbean 600
0700 (local time) Day Three RORC Caribbean 600 Read More
MORNING GLORY: DAY 2 RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 19th 2013
RORC Caribbean 600
Breaking news from the RORC Caribbean 600 race course is that the first finishers are expected in the early hours of tomorrow morning. Read More
CLOSE, BUT NO CIGAR! February 20th 2013
RORC Caribbean 600
Paradox from California completed the RORC Caribbean 600 in Antigua on 20 Feb 03:22:52, in an elapsed time of 40:22:52, just missing out on the Multihull Course Record of 40:11:05. Read More
RACE REPORT: DAY 2 RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 19th 2013
RORC Caribbean 600
Paradox shows record pace in 5th RORC Caribbean 600 race. Read More
SLEIGH RIDE CONTINUES: DAY TWO RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 19th 2013
RORC Caribbean 600
Close racing during the first night as the two majestic schooners Adela and Athos were virtually 'side by side' Read More
VIDEO ACTION FROM THE START OF THE RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 19th 2013
RORC Caribbean 600
Check out video Highlights from the start of RORC Caribbean 600. Read More
GREASED LIGHTNING: 1700 RACE REPORT February 19th 2013
RORC Caribbean 600
Paradox and Mike Slade's British Maxi, ICAP Leopard were both averaging a ballistic 18 knots covering the first 100 miles of the course. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600 BLAST OFF February 18th 2013
RORC Caribbean 600
A flash of smoke, high above the 'Pillars of Hercules' announced the start of the 5th edition of the RORC Caribbean 600. Read More
WARM ANTIGUAN WELCOME FOR RORC CARIBBEAN 600 CREWS February 18th 2013
RORC Caribbean 600
5th edition of the RORC Caribbean 600 was held at Antigua Yacht Club. Read More
LEOPARD SHARPENS ITS CLAWS February 18th 2013
RORC Caribbean 600
Just 48 hours before a record breaking fleet sets sail for the 5th RORC Caribbean 600. Read More
2013 STATE INSURANCE 40 OVER COMPETITION February 15th 2013
Local Cricket Games
5TH RORC CARIBBEAN 600: GETTING THE SHOW ON THE ROAD February 15th 2013
RORC Caribbean 600
The Yachting world eyes will be set on the much anticipated RORC Caribbean 600 race as top yachts and crew set sails. Read More
THE INN AT ENGLISH HARBOUR SPONSORS PRIZE FOR RORC CARIBBEAN 600 RACE February 13th 2013
RORC Caribbean 600
The RORC Caribbean 600 is a challenging race starting in Antigua on Monday 18 February, but the Inn at English Harbour is offering an even greater incentive for those competing in classes IRC 1, 2 or 3 to sail fast around the 11 Islands and 600nm race course. Read More
RECORD ENTRY SET FOR RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 6th 2013
RORC Caribbean 600
Over 50 yachts will be competing for the 5th edition of the RORC Caribbean 600. Read More
50 CLASSIC YACHTS LINE-UP FOR THE 5TH RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 1st 2013
RORC Caribbean 600
50 yachts will be on the start line for the 5th RORC Caribbean 600 in Antigua with competitors representing 27 different nations Read More
ANGEL’S J’OUVERT TROUPE January 28th 2013
Antigua Carnival
Angels Jouvert Troupe, a product of Antigua Party People, is a fundraising troupe with the profits going to Colin Richards medical fund. At present they are in the process of organizing the 3rd Annual Angels Jouvert Troupe for one of the highlights of Antiguas Carnival, Jouvert morning, set for Monday 5th August , 2013, from 4am to 10 am. Read More
2012 CHARTER SHOW PHOTO HIGHLIGHTS January 25th 2013
Antigua Charter Yacht Show
See photo highlights of the 2012 Antigua Yacht Charter Show with new date announced for 2013 show and more news. Read More
RORC’S JOHN BURNIE SHARES HIS RECENT TRIP TO THE GREAT WALL OF CHINA January 24th 2013
RORC Caribbean 600
Enjoy John Burnies Photos of the Great Wall of China and the Forbidden City/Tiananmin Square. Read More
ICAP LEOPARD TO PARTICIPATE IN RORC CARIBBEAN 600 January 23rd 2013
RORC Caribbean 600
ICAP Leopard hopes to regain her course record in the RORC Caribbean 600 set to start from Antigua on February 18. Read More
HAS NEWSLETTER NO. 120 January 21st 2013
Museum of Antigua and Barbuda
The Historical and Archaeological Society has recently published its latest quarterly newsletter for January- March 2013. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600 BREAKS ANOTHER RECORD January 7th 2013
RORC Caribbean 600
The RORC Caribbean 600 already has 30 entries and expects a record fleet on the start line. Read More
BEST IN THE WEST FISHING TOURNAMENT A SUCCESS! November 26th 2012
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
Twenty-eight local boats competed in the annual fishing tournament held November 10. Read More
HAS NEWSLETTER NO. 119: OCTOBER-DECEMBER 2012 EDITION November 14th 2012
Museum of Antigua and Barbuda
The Historical and Archaeological Society (HAS) newsletter, published by The Museum of Antigua and Barbuda. October-December 2012 Edition is out. Read More
NATIONAL DRESS PARADE SETS EXCITING TONE FOR 31ST INDEPENDENCE October 26th 2012
Antigua & Barbuda Independence Festival
The streets of St. Johns will spring alive this Friday with an imaginative and colourful spectacle of national pride. Read More
INDEPENDENCE MUSICAL EXTRAVAGANZA FOR ELDERLY October 16th 2012
Antigua & Barbuda Independence Festival
Programme For the Elderly Seeks To Bridge Historical Gaps
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ST. JOHN'S CATHEDRAL CELEBRATES 169 YEARS October 16th 2012
St. John's Cathedral
"Big Church" has reached a mile stone 169 years of existence. Read More
NOT CHIEF YET WINS CHAMPION BOAT September 30th 2012
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
Skipper JD Hall took home the prize for Champion Boat in the 5th Francis Nunes Jr Fishing Tournament. Read More
FRANCIS NUNES JR MEMORIAL FISHING TOURNAMENT RESULTS September 30th 2012
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
The winners of this weekends Francis Nunes Jr Memorial Fishing Tournament can be found here. Read More
FISHING, FUN AND RUM September 13th 2012
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
So summer is over, but that doesnt mean the fun ends. If you can wait a couple more weeks, Friday 28th and Saturday 29th September will welcome in the 5th Annual Francis Nunes Jr. Fishing Tournament and Seafood Festival. Read More
REGISTRATION OPENS FOR HOME & GARDEN FAMILY FESTIVAL August 31st 2012
Antigua Barbuda Horticultural Society
The 2012 competition for the fifth annual Homes, Families and Garden Festival (H.F.G.F) is now open to residents. Read More
IMPRESSIVE CAST BOUND FOR ANTIGUA August 30th 2012
RORC Caribbean 600
In less than six months, the 5th edition of The RORC Caribbean 600 will start in Antigua. The race attracts a wide variety of yachts from all over the world, including ocean going performance cruisers and some of the world's most magnificent yachts. Read More
ANTIGUA GRAMMAR SCHOOL MAKES A TEEN SPLASH August 2nd 2012
Antigua Carnival
It was a tight competition but Antigua Grammar School's own Winston Pheonix made the biggest splash at this year's Teen Splash Competition. Read More
DOMINICA LACED WITH 51ST JAYCEES CROWN August 8th 2012
Antigua Carnival
Miss Dominica, Nadira Lando takes the 51st Jaycees Crown. Read More
WAVE GOODBYE TO CARNIVAL 2012 August 8th 2012
Antigua Carnival
Yesterday marked the end of the 11-day journey of called Antigua Carnival 2012, In Living Colour. Read More
CARNIVAL 2012 BAND OF THE YEAR AND ROAD MARCH RESULTS August 8th 2012
Antigua Carnival
Check out Antigua Carnival 2012 Band of the Year Results and Road March Title. Read More
MEET THE GROOVY-JUMPY SOCA MONARCH 2012 KING! August 8th 2012
Antigua Carnival
After a splendid series of live performances on Saturday evening, the results were in and for the first time, Antiguas Groovy and Jumpy King Soca Monarch was hailed Tian Winter! Read More
HAS NEWLETTER August 2nd 2012
Museum of Antigua and Barbuda
Every witnessed the demolition of a 17-year-old building? Check that out and more in this HAS Newsletter. Read More
CARNIVAL ANNOUNCEMENT August 1st 2012
Antigua Carnival
Attention all jouvert troupes, here is a special announcement from the CDC. Read More
STILL NEED A COSTUME? July 31st 2012
Antigua Carnival
QUEEN OF CARNIVAL PAGEANT RESULTS July 31st 2012
Antigua Carnival
Carnival 2012 continued with the Queen of Carnival Pageant last night at the Antigua Recreation Grounds. The results released by the Carnival Development Committee (CDC) are listed here. Read More
CALYPSO SCORE CARDS REVEALED July 30th 2012
Antigua Carnival
A very impressed chairman of the Carnival Development Committee, Kayode O'Marde, congratulated and believes that the finals will prove to be one of the more recent, better competitions. Read More
DESTINATION DADLI II July 30th 2012
Antigua Carnival
As Carnival 2k12 comes to an end make sure you leave this season with the hottest music! DESTINATION DADLI II: the brand new, second edition, CD compilation is all yours as of Thursday, August 2nd. Read More
IT'S TRUE, IT'S DRUE July 30th 2012
Antigua Carnival
Special announcement from singer songwriter Ricardo Drue Read More
J'OUVERT CUTS A CORNER July 27th 2012
Antigua Carnival
The route for this years JOuvert celebration has been altered. Read More
MISS OPTIMIST PETITE 2012 July 23rd 2012
Antigua Carnival
Presentation on bullying in schools helped 11-year-old Destiny Martin of Bolans Primary School win the 2012 Optimist Petit title. Read More
QUEEN OF CARNIVAL CONTESTANT MOVED BY AMAZING GRACE July 20th 2012
Antigua Carnival
Queen of Carnival contestant Miss Tenisha Sebastian shares her emotional experience at Amazing Grace Children's Hospital. Read More
CARNIVAL 2012 COMMITTEE PARADE ROUTES July 18th 2012
Antigua Carnival
Carnival Development Committee Parade Routes for 2012. Read More
WADADLI BEER CALYPSO MONARCH QUARTER FINALS DATES July 12th 2012
Antigua Carnival
The Carnival Development Committee wishes to advise the general public of the NEW dates for the 2012 Wadadli Beer Calypso Monarch Quarterfinals slated for Friday 13, Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 July. Read More
ANTIGUA BLACK PINEAPPLE AWARENESS DAY July 10th 2012
Antigua and Barbuda Mango Festival
As part of the Mango Festival 2012 activities, the Pineapple Awareness Day will be hosted at the Cades Bay Agriculture Station on Thursday, July 26th, 2012. Read More
40 YOUNG, VIBRANT, FRIENDLY VOLUNTEERS NEEDED July 9th 2012
Antigua Carnival
Are you young, vibrant and friendly with an outgoing personality? Well, Beautiful People is looking for you. Read More
CALL FOR VENDORS FOR MANGOFEST 2012 July 6th 2012
Antigua and Barbuda Mango Festival
Mangofest 2012 is set for August 18th and 19th and prospective vendors who are interested in joining in the Festival are asked to make contact with the Tourism Office at 1 268 462 0029. Read More
POWER RUMBLE TICKET GIVEAWAY July 5th 2012
Antigua Carnival
Starting July 16th, visit our facebook page at noon for a chance to win tickets. Read More
JOIN ANGELS J'OUVERT TROUPE FOR CARNIVAL 2012 July 3rd 2012
Antigua Carnival
Angel's Jouvert Troupe has put together a package for J'ouvert morning for Carnival 2012. Read More
HELP THE MUSEUM OF ANTIGUA & BARBUDA June 18th 2012
Museum of Antigua and Barbuda
Concerned citizens are lending a helping hand towards ceilings repairs for the Museum of Antigua & Barbuda. Read More
QUEENS WITH A CAUSE June 18th 2012
Antigua Carnival
The 2012 contestants will be partnering with the Care Project, home to children with special needs at the Holberton Hospital, as part of their charity for this year. Read More
ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA 25TH ANNIVERSARY June 16th 2012
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
After 25 years, Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta still attracts some of the most renown classic yachts in the world. Read More
JAM BAND REGISTRATION 2012 June 14th 2012
Antigua Carnival
The Carnival Development Committee wishes to inform ALL Jam Bands that we are conducting registrations until Friday June 29, 2012.
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OPENING DATE ANNOUNCED FOR THE HFGF 2012 COMPETITION June 12th 2012
Antigua Barbuda Horticultural Society
Opening of Community Development Division's Homes, Families & Garden Festival (HFGF), 21 June 2012 Read More
SUMMER TIME FUN IN THE NELSON June 20th 2012
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
The National Parks Authority's Visitors Service Department presents Summer Time Fun in the Nelson's Dockyard. Read More
FANTASY 268 MAS TROUPE EVENTS June 8th 2012
Antigua Carnival
Get the latest event information for Fantasy 268 Mas Troupe here! Read More
LEGGZ RELOADS WITH STAR STUDDED LINE-UP June 8th 2012
Antigua Carnival
Leggz reloads in extraordinary fashion by bringing one of the biggest names in dancehall to meet the brightest stars in the soca business in a fete that is destined to go down as one to be remembered for a long time. Read More
EVERY BOARD COUNTS June 7th 2012
Museum of Antigua and Barbuda
The Museum of Antigua & Barbuda needs your help! Read More
CALYPSO ADJUDICATORS WORKSHOPS June 6th 2012
Antigua Carnival
The Carnival Development Committee (CDC) is pleased to advise of the commencement of a series of Calypso Adjudicators Workshops. This series of workshops is extended to ALL persons desirous of becoming Calypso Competition Adjudicators. Read More
OVERDRAFT WINS MARLIN CLASSIC May 29th 2012
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
The 2nd Antigua and Barbuda Marlin Classic which took place on 28th May 2012 saw three boats leave Nelson's Dockyard Marina early in the morning in search of the big blue. Read More
PUBLIC LAUNCH SHELVED May 29th 2012
Antigua Carnival
The Carnival Development Committee (CDC) is confirming that there will be no public launch of carnival this year. Read More
SCALLY WAG AND BLUE RAPID VICTORIOUS May 28th 2012
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
Two boats cleaned up in the 46th Annual Antigua and Barbuda Sport Fishing Tournament. Read More
KICK OFF WITH 40 BOATS May 26th 2012
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
Last night heralded the opening of the 46th Antigua and Barbuda Sport Fishing Tournament. 40 boats from Antigua and around the Caribbean converged on historic Nelsons Dockyard in time for the Captains Briefing and to size up the competition in times for this mornings bimini start at Fort Berkley. Read More
COUNTDOWN TO THE 46TH ANNUAL ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA SPORT FISHING TOURNAMENT May 21st 2012
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
There are only a few days to go to one of Antigua's favourite events, the Antigua and Barbuda Sport Fishing Tournament, celebrating it's 46th year in 2012. Read More
CARNIVAL KICKS OFF May 14th 2012
Antigua Carnival
The message from the Carnival Development Committee (CDC) was clear � Carnival 2012 is definitely on Read More
PUBLIC GETS GLIMPSES OF CARNIVAL QUEEN HOPEFULS May 14th 2012
Antigua Carnival
Tenisha Sebastian, Alana Michael, Kimberly King, Daveile Payne Abbott, Ranee Laronde and Andrena Athill are the six delegates who will be vying for the Queen of Carnival crown this year in a show, which will be guided by the theme, Unleash Your Creativity. Read More
QUEEN OF CARNIVAL VISITS GERMANY May 14th 2012
Antigua Carnival
Antigua and Barbuda Queen of Carnival, Latisha Greene has completed a visit to Germany, fulfilling one of her final duties as the 2011-2012 reigning Queen of Carnival. Read More
NO REGISTRATION FEE FOR CDC May 10th 2012
Antigua Carnival
CDC Will Not Implement Registration Fee Process for Carnival 2012 Read More
SPORT FISHING LAUNCH PARTY RAFFLE PRIZES ANNOUNCED May 10th 2012
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
Dinners for two; Stays for two; Mobile phones; Trip to Jamaica and more up for grabs! Read More
REGISTRATION OPENS FOR 7TH ANNUAL MANGO PINEAPPLE CULINARY COMPETITION May 4th 2012
Antigua and Barbuda Mango Festival
Calling all Antigua's top chefs and bartenders. Read More
THE BIG ONE - THE LAUNCH - BUY YOUR TICKETS NOW May 3rd 2012
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE MAS CAMP LAUNCH May 2nd 2012
Antigua Carnival
A Grecian Temple, yep, in Antigua, that is what Beautiful People call their mas camp for carnival 2012. Read More
ACYR - GIG RACING & PRIZE GIVING April 27th 2012
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Historical Nelsons Dockyard was a sight to behold on Tuesday evening with so many beautiful classic yachts gracing the docks as the stage was set at the Copper and Lumber Store Hotel for the final prize-giving of the 2012 Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta - part of the Panerai Classic Yacht Challenge and hosted by the Antigua Yacht Club. Read More
HISTORICAL AND ARCHAEOLOGICAL SOCIETY NEWSLETTER April 25th 2012
Museum of Antigua and Barbuda
Have a look at the Historical and Archaeological Society's latest newsletter, no. 117. Read the newsletter here. Read More
LONE FOX WINS PANERAI TROPHY IN ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA April 24th 2012
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Lone Fox, chartered by Don Ward, awarded the Panerai Trophy in Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta. Read More
HUMPBACK WHALE JOINS IN ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA April 24th 2012
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Check out photos of a whale that showed up during Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta last weekend. Read More
CARNIVAL DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE INVITES TENDERS FOR PROVISION OF SERVICES April 24th 2012
Antigua Carnival
The Carnival Development Committee invites Tenders for the provision of the following equipment and services for Carnival 2012. Read More
ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA - RACE 3 & PARADE OF CLASSICS April 24th 2012
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
This morning a patchwork sight of tan, cream and white sail patterns bobbing on a shimmering blue sea greeted those lucky enough to be out on spectator boats as again the regatta was blessed weather-wise on this the third day of racing in the 25th Antigua Yacht Regatta, the first regatta of the 2012 Panerai Classic Yachts Challenge. Read More
ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA - RACE 2 April 24th 2012
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
With a steady 12 14 knot wind and calm seas, today was rated by competitors and photographers alike as being a Phenomenal race day. Read More
SHOTS OF THE CLASSICS REGATTA BY TED MARTIN April 24th 2012
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Check out some photos from the 2012 Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta by Ted Martin of Photo Fantasy. Read More
ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA - RACE 1 & SINGLE HANDED RACE PRIZE GIVING April 23rd 2012
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Grey morning skies and heavy rain showers thankfully cleared in the nick of time as the first class in the 25th Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta crossed the start line of the 20 mile Old Road course. Read More
RESULTS OF CONCOURS D‘ELEGANCE OF ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA April 23rd 2012
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The judges of the prized Concours dElegance competition again had a really tough job and some agonizing decisions this year with some fabulous entries not least of course, the immaculately restored Eilean, owned by the regattas platinum sponsor, Officine Panerai. Read More
EILEAN RACE TEAM GETTING READY April 20th 2012
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Eilean crew getting ready to race in Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta,Falmouth Harbour. Read More
A & B SPORT FISHING TOURNAMENT COMING SOON April 18th 2012
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
Check out the latest fishing news from Antigua & Barbuda Sport Fishing club. Read More
ENJOY THE FISHING, ENJOY THE LIME April 11th 2012
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
The Annual Sportfishing Tournament launch party will be at Galleon Beach at 8 pm on May 12. Read More
RORC EASTER CHALLENGE March 30th 2012
RORC Caribbean 600
The RORC Easter Challenge, due to take place on the Solent over the first three days of the Easter Bank Holiday (6th-8th April), will offer crews a unique opportunity to jump start their sailing programs. Read More
ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA WILL ONCE AGAIN FEATURE SAIL MAINE PARTY March 28th 2012
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The Sail Maine Party with a New England feel will once again be a feature of the Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta. Read More
CARIBANA ORGANIZERS PROMISE MORE WITH LESS March 26th 2012
Antigua Carnival
Organisers seek to find innovative ways of minimizing expenses while delivering a remarkable product for Caribana 2012. Read More
MINISTER PROMISES BETTER 2012 CARNIVAL March 26th 2012
Antigua Carnival
“Decisions are being made and it is just for the CDC-appointed committee to be in place. Carnival this year will run from July 28 to August 7 and I can promise you that this Carnival will be better than last year and previous years. Read More
ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA SUPPORTS YACHTING WORLD ROUND ANTIGUA RACE March 14th 2012
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta invites all participants to enter Antigua Sailing Weeks Yachting World Round Antigua Race. Read More
2012 RORC CARIBBEAN 600: A RACE TO REMEMBER February 27th 2012
RORC Caribbean 600
The fourth edition of the RORC Caribbean 600 hosted by the Antigua Yacht Club was a sensational success. Read More
DAY 4 - LOOKS LIKE RáN February 23rd 2012
RORC Caribbean 600
All of the yachts racing in IRC Zero are now accounted for. Rn are the class winners with George David's RP90, Rambler,in second place. Swan 80 Selene,skippered by Benjamin Davitt, finished the race this morning to secure third place in class and possibly lay claim to the Swan Caribbean Challenge Trophy. Read More
DAY 4 - TIME TRAVELLERS February 23rd 2012
RORC Caribbean 600
Both Adela and Windrose capture the imagination of years gone by. In spectacular surroundings the golden age of the schooners was recreated in an epic battle between two magnificent yachts and just before dawn on the fourth day of the RORC Caribbean 600, the gentlemanly duel was settled. Read More
DAY 4 - 600 MILE SUPERYACHT MATCH RACE February 23rd 2012
RORC Caribbean 600
Peter Harrison's 115ft ketch, Sojana and Gerhard Andlinger's 124ft sloop, P2 have never done battle before in an offshore race Read More
ESCAPE FROM GUADELOUPE - RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 22nd 2012
RORC Caribbean 600
Last night, the leading yachts in the RORC Caribbean 600 were approaching Guadeloupe, rising to 1,467 m (4,813 ft) above sea-level, the island produces the most significant wind shadow on the 600-mile racecourse. Read More
PM RACE REPORT - GAME ON - RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 22nd 2012
RORC Caribbean 600
At 1500 local time, the 214ft supermaxi, Hetairos claimed poll position in the RORC Caribbean 600. Passing to leeward of George David's 90ft maxi Rambler off the east coast of Montserrat. Read More
VIDEO FROM THE START OF THE 2012 RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 21st 2012
RORC Caribbean 600
Race reports, blogs from the boats and video can be found on the Caribbean 600 website here. Read More
DAY 2: RAMBLER OUT IN FRONT - RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 21st 2012
RORC Caribbean 600
George David's RP90 Rambler has a commanding lead in the battle for line honours in the RORC Caribbean 600. Read More
4TH RORC CARIBBEAN 600: DAZZLING SEND OFF February 20th 2012
RORC Caribbean 600
RORC Caribbean 600 Start Class Zero
Credit: Tim Wright/Photoaction.com
There was drama right from the start of the 4th edition of the RORC Caribbean 600. Low cloud enveloped Antigua and a massive squall caused a torrential downpour. Read More
WARM ANTIGUAN WELCOME FOR CARIBBEAN 600 CREWS February 19th 2012
RORC Caribbean 600
Antigua Yacht Club hosted some legendary parties, however last night's welcome party for well over 500 competitors was the biggest in recent history. Read More
GETTING THE SHOW ON THE ROAD – 2012 RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 18th 2012
RORC Caribbean 600
The help of Antigua Yacht Club in hosting the RORC Caribbean 600 is a crucial part of the success of the event. Read More
CARIBBEAN 600 STARTS AT 1100 ON MONDAY IN ANTIGUA February 17th 2012
RORC Caribbean 600
The 4th RORC Caribbean 600, starts at 1100 on Monday 20th February. There isn't a single hotel room left near Antigua Yacht Club, as competitors fly in to the magical island of Antigua from all four corners of the world - Falmouth Harbour is filled to the brim with astounding yachts. Read More
46TH ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA SPORT FISHING TOURNAMENT COMING IN MAY February 15th 2012
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
The planning has started for the 46th Antigua and Barbuda Sport Fishing Tournament scheduled for May 25-28, 2012. Read More
ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA CHAIRMAN ANNOUNCES ONLINE ENTRIES February 12th 2012
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Kenny Coombs reminds participants of how easy it is to enter Antiguas Classic Yacht Regatta online. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600 SET TO GO ON MONDAY, FEBRUARY 20 February 12th 2012
RORC Caribbean 600
The RORC Caribbean 600 has more boats entered for this years event than ever before. Read More
SOCA DIVA CLAUDETTTE “CP” PETERS DANCE AUDITIONS February 10th 2012
Antigua Carnival
Soca Diva Claudettte CP Peters Dance Auditions will take place on Friday 10th February 2012 at 6pm. Read More
THE INN AT ENGLISH HARBOUR SPONSORS PRIZE FOR RORC CARIBBEAN 600 COMPETITORS IN IRC 1,2, 3 February 8th 2012
RORC Caribbean 600
Win a week's holiday for 2 at the exclusive Inn at English Harbour Read More
REGIONAL SOCA COMPETITION ADDED TO CARNIVAL LINE-UP February 7th 2012
Antigua Carnival
Carnival organisers will this year scrap the Carnival Melting Pot show and replace it with a Caribbean soca monarch competition. Read More
DAY 3 - HETAIROS VICTORIOUS, RáN COUNT THE MINUTES February 22nd 2012
RORC Caribbean 600
The 214ft superyacht Hetairos skippered by Vincent Fauquenoy, crossed the finish line in Antigua on Wednesday 22nd February 2012, completing the RORC Caribbean 600 in an elapsed time of 2 days 2 hours 39 minutes and 32 seconds to claim Line Honours. Read More
RACE OF NATIONS: RORC CARIBBEAN 600 January 30th 2012
RORC Caribbean 600
With less than one month to go, the 4th RORC Caribbean 600 is set to get underway. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600 START: ANTIGUA January 27th 2012
RORC Caribbean 600
With less than one month to go, to the fourth edition of the RORC Caribbean 600, the Royal Ocean Racing Club's 2012 programme kicks off with a sensational cast in Antigua. Read More
HAS NEWSLETTER - ISSUE # 106 January 13th 2012
Museum of Antigua and Barbuda
HAS Newsletter - Issue # 106 from the Museum of Antigua and Barbuda!... Read More
REPORT FROM THE CHAIRMAN OF ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA January 8th 2012
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The Chairman of Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta, Kenny Coombs, provides an update on plans for the 2012 Regatta. Read More
ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA PROGRAM AVAILABLE ONLINE January 8th 2012
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta Program is now available online in advance of the print version which is coming soon. Read More
DAVID VS GOLIATH BATTLE SET FOR RORC CARIBBEAN 600 December 14th 2011
RORC Caribbean 600
The 4th RORC Caribbean 600 Race looks set to stage a David versus Goliath battle in just over two months with a number of superyachts keen to do battle with each other whilst circumnavigating 11 Caribbean Islands, starting and finishing in Antigua. Read More
ARTISTE EMILE HILL TO LAUNCH HIS FIRST COLLECTION "THE ANGELS PROJECT" December 1st 2011
Museum of Antigua and Barbuda
A labour of love and fascination for just over seven years, artiste Emile Hill will be launching his first collection. The Angels Project explores the realm of angels from various religions and spectrums of life and is handsomely reflected in Hills photography and art. Read More
HMS BOREAS MEMORIAL RACE WAS HELD ON NOVEMBER 20 November 22nd 2011
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
The HMS Boreas Memorial Race, conceived as a part of the 50th Anniversary celebrations of Nelsons Dockyard, took place in little wind last Sunday. Read More
DOCKYARD AT 50 IS A MODEL OF RESTORATION November 18th 2011
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
Nelsons Dockyard celebrated the 50th anniversary of its restoration with a fitting ceremony on Monday, November 14. Read More
HAS NEWSLETTER - ISSUE # 105 November 9th 2011
Museum of Antigua and Barbuda
HAS Newsletter - Issue # 105 from the Museum of Antigua and Barbuda! Read More
BEST IN THE WEST FISHING TOURNAMENT WINNERS ANNOUNCED November 8th 2011
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
Best in West Tournament Winners Announced Read More
ANTIGUA'S CAPTAIN MICHAEL HALL, SPORT FISHING PROFILE November 2nd 2011
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
Fishing has always been a family affair for Captain Michael 'Mickey' Hall, one of Antigua's most experienced and winning sports fishermen. Read More
4TH ANNUAL FRANCIS NUNES JR SPORT FISHING TOURNAMENT October 18th 2011
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
The catch is in and here are the results of the October 1st tournament. Read More
RORC ANNOUNCES 2011 SEASON’S POINTS CHAMPIONSHIP WINNERS October 18th 2011
RORC Caribbean 600
The RORC announced the winners of its The RORC The RORC announced the winners of its sailing Oscars earlier this month, many of which are regulars to Antigua. Read More
NELSON'S DOCKYARD RACE SERIES NEXT MONTH October 18th 2011
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
As part of its 50th Anniversary celebrations, Nelsons Dockyard will hold a series of two races on November 17 and 20, 2011. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600 ONLINE ENTRIES OPEN October 17th 2011
RORC Caribbean 600
Online entry for the 4th edition of the Royal Ocean Racing Club's Caribbean 600 is now open. Read More
RESULTS ARE IN AT THE 4TH ANNUAL FRANCIS NUNES JR FISHING TOURNY October 2nd 2011
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
The twenty boats who entered the 4th Annual tournament were welcomed back to Nelson's Dockyard Marina by crowds of family, friends and well wishers. Read More
SPORT FISHING TOURNAMENT BOAT FUEL STATION NOTICE September 29th 2011
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
Important notice for competitors of this weekends Sport Fishing Tournament Read More
4TH ANNUAL FRANCIS NUNES JR. FISHING TOURNAMENT AND SEAFOOD FESTIVAL - POSTPONED September 21st 2011
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
Following a planning meeting which took place on the evening of 20th September, the Antigua and Barbuda Sport Fishing Club regret to announce that the 4th Annual Francis Nunes Jr. Tournament and Seafood Festival has been postponed. Read More
FOOD-FUH-DAYS! AT THE FRANCIS NUNES JR. MEMORIAL FISHING TOURNAMENT AND SEAFOOD FESTIVAL September 8th 2011
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
Technically, this is a sports story, specifically a sports fishing story, but it could just as easily be filed under food Read More
MANGO FESTIVAL 2011 COMES TO A CLOSE AT THE ANNUAL MANGO PINEAPPLE CULINARY COMPETITION AWARDS GALA September 6th 2011
Antigua and Barbuda Mango Festival
Following four months of fruity festivities and events, Mango Festival 2011 officially came to close at a black tie turndown affair meant to reward participants of the annual Mango Pineapple Culinary Competition held on July 9th & 10th, 2011 Read More
SIR VIVIAN RICHARDS DONATES PERSONAL ITEM TO AUCTION FOR WINSTON DAVIS September 6th 2011
Sir Vivian Richards Foundation (S.V.R.F)
Cricket legend and golf enthusiast Sir Vivian Richards steps up and donates a personally signed limited edition poster to be auctioned during the prize giving ceremony for the INET International Pairs Golf Antigua and Barbuda Tournament organised by Golf Experience Caribbean (the regional franchise holders for International Pairs), slated to be held on Saturday, September 10 at the Cedar Valley Golf Course. Read More
HELP CREATE A NATURE PRESERVE AND NATURE TRAIL AND BEAUTIFUL GARDENS September 5th 2011
Antigua Barbuda Horticultural Society
Help create a Nature Preserve and Nature Trail and beautiful gardens Read More
THE WONDER OF RACING CLASSICS September 5th 2011
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Jonathan Bues has fond memories of his experience at Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta in April this year. Read More
JOIN THE LAUNCH PARTY FOR THE SPORT FISHING TOURNAMENT September 4th 2011
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
Dont miss the launch party to be held on Saturday, September 17 at Cloggys at the Antigua Yacht Club Read More
4TH ANNUAL FRANCIS NUNES JR. MEMORIAL FISHING TOURNAMENT COMING SOON September 3rd 2011
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
This exciting one-day fishing tournament and seafood festival will be held on September 24 in Nelsons Dockyard. Read More
THE 4TH ANNUAL FRANCIS NUNES JR. FISHING TOURNY LAUNCH PARTY August 27th 2011
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
takes place at 8pm at Cloggys at the Antigua Yacht Club. Enjoy the fishing, enjoy the lime! Read More
HAS NEWSLETTER - ISSUE # 104 August 26th 2011
Museum of Antigua and Barbuda
Check out the latest newsletter from the Museum! Read More
REPRINTING OF THE 1933 CAMACHO MAP August 24th 2011
Museum of Antigua and Barbuda
The Museum of Antigua & Barbuda will offer a second printing of the 1933 Camacho map. The map shows all the names of the estates, roads and loco lines of that era. Read More
ANTIGUA August 9th 2011
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
The 4th Annual Francis Nunes Jr. Memorial Tournament and Seafood Festival is scheduled to be held on September 24, 2011. Read More
ADVERTISERS, SPONSORS COMMITTING FOR ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA August 9th 2011
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Advertisers and sponsors are committing their support for the 25th annual Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta to be held April 19 to 24, 2012. Read More
CARNIVAL CLOSING PARADE August 4th 2011
Antigua Carnival
Carnival Closing Parade will be held on Saturday August 6 Read More
JUDGING OF TROUPES & GROUPES AND LAST LAP NOW POSTPONED - DATE TBC August 2nd 2011
Antigua Carnival
NEW CD RELEASE: DESTINATION DADLI July 28th 2011
Antigua Carnival
A brand new CD compilation featuring 15 blazing HOTT tracks from Antigua's Carnival 2011!!! Read More
RESULTS OF QUEEN OF CARNIVAL 2011 July 27th 2011
Antigua Carnival
SIGN UP TODAY WITH A J'OUVERT TROUPE! July 27th 2011
Antigua Carnival
Check out the different troupes available for this years J'ouvert jam. Read More
ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA NEWS UPDATE July 27th 2011
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta has announced some of its plans for the celebration of its first 25 years! Read More
50TH ANNIVERSARY OF NELSON'S DOCKYARD RESTORATION July 25th 2011
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
Find out more about Nelson's Dockyard's 50th Anniversary celebrations. Read More
REGISTER FOR CARNIVAL WITH ALI & ASSOCIATES July 22nd 2011
Antigua Carnival
CARNIVAL ROUTES July 20th 2011
Antigua Carnival
2011 CARNIVAL TICKET PRICES July 20th 2011
Antigua Carnival
Tickets will be on sale at various outlets around St.Johns. Read More
CHEFS AND BARTENDERS SHINE AT CULINARY COMPETITION July 18th 2011
Antigua and Barbuda Mango Festival
The 6th Annual Mango Pineapple Culinary Competition took place on Saturday July 9th and Sunday July 10th, where chefs and bartenders from Antigua’s most prestigious establishments took top honors Read More
THE OFFICIAL COUNTDOWN BEGINS TO CARNIVAL July 18th 2011
Antigua Carnival
The official start of carnival might be scheduled for next Wednesday in Antigua, but one wouldn’t be able to tell that easily. Read More
BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE MAS BAND COSTUMES - REGISTER TODAY! July 13th 2011
Antigua Carnival
MANGO PINEAPPLE CULINARY COMPETITION 2011 July 13th 2011
Antigua and Barbuda Mango Festival
Chefs serve up a fresh twist in culinary competition Read More
MANGO PINEAPPLE CULINARY COMPETITION HEATS UP THIS WEEKEND July 4th 2011
Antigua and Barbuda Mango Festival
Several of Antiguas top chefs and bartenders, will face off this weekend in the 6th Annual Mango Pineapple Culinary Competition. Read More
45TH ANTIGUA BARBUDA SPORT FISHING TOURNAMENT VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS! June 24th 2011
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
Check out the video round up of the 45th Annual Antigua and Barbuda Sport Fishing Tournament which took place of the Whit weekend. Read More
RUM 'N COKE WINS INAUGURAL ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA MARLIN CLASSIC June 15th 2011
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
The inaugural Antigua and Barbuda Marlin Classic saw four entries with a total of three tag and releases. Read More
SKYLARK AND SEA GHOST VICTORIOUS June 13th 2011
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
Antiguan boat Skylark and Guadeloupe boat Sea Ghost wiped the foor with the competition in this years' sport fishing tournament. Read More
SPORT FISHING TOURNAMENT OFF TO A GREAT START June 11th 2011
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
43 boats headed out of English Harbour this morning in search of the biggest catch. Read More
TRUDY, BRAND NEW ARTISTE, RELEASES SOCA TRACKS FOR ANTIGUA CARNIVAL June 7th 2011
Antigua Carnival
WEATHER ROUTING INC TO SPONSOR SPORT FISHING TOURNAMENT June 6th 2011
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
The Antigua and Barbuda Sport Fishing Club is pleased to announce Weather Routing, Inc. (WRI) as sponsor to the 2011 Fishing Tournament. WRI is a private forecasting company specializing in marine weather since 1961. Read More
THE 45TH ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA SPORT FISHING TOURNAMENT BEGINS IN ONE WEEK! June 1st 2011
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
It's one week before the 45th Antigua and Barbuda Sport Fishing Tournament as well as the new 1 Day Antigua and Barbuda Marlin Classic Tournament. Read More
ROBIN MENDES WINS TICKETS TO LONDON FROM VIRGIN ATLANTIC May 30th 2011
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
A very happy Robin received her winning tickets at the 45th Antigua and Barbuda Launch Party on Saturday evening. Read More
LOVE SCOOTERS? ENTER FOR YOUR CHANCE TO WIN A YAMAHA CRYPTON WORTH EC$6,500! May 26th 2011
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
Love Scooters? Enter for your chance to win a Yamaha Crypton worth EC$6,500! Read More
MANGOFEST AT CADES BAY PINEAPPLE STATION May 20th 2011
Antigua and Barbuda Mango Festival
In light numerous efforts being initiated by the MangoFest Committee to create and enhance awareness of the countrys natural resources, especially the mango and the pineapple; a successful visit was undertaken to the Cades Bay Read More
HAS 2011 2ND QUARTER NEWSLETTER May 19th 2011
Museum of Antigua and Barbuda
ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA SPORT FISHING ATTRACTING STRONG INTERNATIONAL INTEREST May 18th 2011
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
With less than one month to go, the upcoming Antigua and Barbuda Sport Fishing Tournament taking place from Friday 10th to Sunday 12th June is receiving very good interest from around the Caribbean. Read More
MINIATURE ANTIQUE WEST INDIAN FURNITURE EXHIBIT BY DESMOND JAMES May 18th 2011
Museum of Antigua and Barbuda
BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE MAS BAND REGISTRATION May 18th 2011
Antigua Carnival
QUEEN OF CARNIVAL 2011 CONTESTANTS May 12th 2011
Antigua Carnival
The Queen of Carnival Competition is the first staged pageant of Carnival, being held this year on July 26th. This show has maintained true to the core principles, however we have witnessed new innovative segments introduced to keep up with the times and enhance the overall production. Read More
2011 ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA PRELIMINARY CUMULATIVE RESULTS April 23rd 2011
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA SINGLE HANDED PRIZE GIVING April 20th 2011
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Following day 1 of the Regatta, the Classic Committee was set to hand out the prizes for the single-handed race. Read More
ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA WRAPPED UP ON MONDAY April 20th 2011
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The fourth and final race of the 2011 Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta was all set to top a long weekend of competitive racing. Read More
THE 24TH ANNUAL ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA ENDED FOLLOWING THE AWARDS CEREMONY ON TUESDAY EVENING April 20th 2011
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The annual event, hosted by the Antigua Yacht Club and sponsored by Panerai, wrapped up Tuesday evening with a sumptuous buffet dinner followed by the prize giving. Read More
2011 ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA - RACE 2 April 18th 2011
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The second of the four races in the Panerai Classic Yachts Challenge, Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta took place today under varying light winds and sporadic rain showers!
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2011 PANERAI CLASSIC YACHTS CHALLENGE - DAY 1 April 17th 2011
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Falmouth - Antigua awoke to sunny skies and white fluffy clouds this morning, much to the relief of competitors and photographers on this the third race day in the 24th Antigua Yacht Regatta, the first regatta of the 2011 Panerai Classic Yachts Challenge Read More
SINGLE-HANDED RACE & CONCOURS D'ELEGANCE COMPETITION KICKS OFF THE 2011 ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA April 15th 2011
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
FALMOUTH HARBOUR - As the registration desk closed last evening the committee confirmed that this year's regatta has the largest entry ever! With 65 plus entries the Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta is now without any doubt, the biggest regatta of its kind in the Caribbean. Read More
ENJOY THE FISHING, ENJOY THE LIME! April 3rd 2011
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
The Annual Antigua and Barbuda Sport Fishing tournament is taking shape. Read More
ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA ONLY THREE WEEKS AWAY! March 24th 2011
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
With only three weeks to go until the start of the Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta, entries are pouring in and things are really shaping up! Read More
SPIRIT OF ATHENA THROUGH A SCOTSMAN March 22nd 2011
RORC Caribbean 600
Here is the story of Spirit of Athena's adventures in the RORC Caribbean 600 through the eyes of a Scotsman. Read More
STORMY WEATHER RETURNS TO ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA March 22nd 2011
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Stormy Weather, one of the best-known and best-loved classic yachts sailing today, is expected back in Antigua next month for the 2011 Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600 - A RACE COMES OF AGE March 8th 2011
RORC Caribbean 600
Louay Habib provides a wrap-up of the RORC Caribbean 600 Race. Read More
ANTIGUA & BARBUDA FEATURED ON SPORTS FISHING TV March 8th 2011
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
Antigua & Barbuda was featured on Sports Fishing TV; a popular television show about angling which airs on the Versus TV network in the USA. Read More
RORC REVIEW IN PHOTOS March 2nd 2011
RORC Caribbean 600
A few more fun photos from the race: by by Diane Morley-Ham Read More
FUN IN THE CARIBBEAN SUN March 2nd 2011
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
Check out this great trip report on fishing while on vacation in Antigua.. Read More
‘COMING OF AGE’ FOR THE NEW OFFSHORE CLASSIC: DAY 4 RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 28th 2011
RORC Caribbean 600
The sun has set on the 2011 RORC Caribbean 600 and the final results have been tabulated with Rambler 100 finishing on top of the pack. Read More
BUZZING IN ANTIGUA: RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 25th 2011
RORC Caribbean 600
With the big showdown done and dusted between the 100ft maxis, it was a full 10 hours before the third yacht crossed the finish line of the RORC Caribbean 600 in Antigua. Read More
CHARMING DESPITE DEFEAT: MIKE SLADE’S ICAP LEOPARD COMPLETES RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 23rd 2011
RORC Caribbean 600
George David's Rambler 100 may have defeated Mike Slade's ICAP Leopard, but Slade was his usual charming self dockside, he even quoted Shakespeare: Read More
RAMBLER 100 TEAM TALK ABOUT THE RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 23rd 2011
RORC Caribbean 600
A tired but elated team talk about the race and their plans on returning to Antigua for 2012. Read More
CHARMING DESPITE DEFEAT: MIKE SLADE’S ICAP LEOPARD COMPLETES RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 23rd 2011
RORC Caribbean 600
ICAP Leopard finished second over the line in the RORC Caribbean 600 and graciously congratulated the owner and crew of Rambler 100 on line honours. Read More
RAMBLER 100 BREAKS RORC CARIBBEAN 600 MONOHULL RECORD February 23rd 2011
RORC Caribbean 600
George Davids maxi yacht, Rambler 100 crossed the finish line in Antigua in the early hours of Wednesday morning. Read More
THRILLS AND SPILLS February 22nd 2011
RORC Caribbean 600
BLAST OFF!! February 21st 2011
RORC Caribbean 600
As if by magic, the tradewinds blew into the starting area off English Harbour, Antigua after several days of light winds. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600: HOTTING UP IN ANTIGUA February 20th 2011
RORC Caribbean 600
The Antigua Yacht Club is buzzing with excitement, with only a day to go to the start of the 600-mile race around the central Caribbean. Yacht crews are busy at work making final preparations for the Royal Ocean Racing Clubs (RORC) Caribbean 600. Falmouth Harbour is an impressive sight with the RORC fleet safely moored up next to the yacht club. Read More
THE LIGHTER SIDE OF THE RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 12th 2011
RORC Caribbean 600
John Burnie recalls some fun times in the 2010 RORC Caribbean 600! Read More
FAST FORMULA FOR FUN: RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 11th 2011
RORC Caribbean 600
RORC Caribbean 600 Race 2011: Starts Antigua: 21 February Read More
RORC VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!! February 9th 2011
RORC Caribbean 600
Once again the RORC Caribbean 600 yacht race is upon us and we are all working hard to make this year a bigger and better event as we build the reputation of this regatta. Read More
ONLY TWO WEEKS TO GO TO THE START OF THE RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 7th 2011
RORC Caribbean 600
With only two weeks to go to the start of the RORC Caribbean 600, there is a record number of confirmed entries at over 30. Read More
ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA NOR NOW AVAILABLE February 7th 2011
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The Notice of Race for the 24th annual Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta is now available and online application for entry is welcome. Read More
ABSF ONLINE ENTRIES NOW LIVE February 7th 2011
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
The planning has started for the 45th Annual Antigua and Barbuda Sport Fishing Tournament which takes place 10th-12th of June 2011. Read More
ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA HISTORY February 7th 2011
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta was born in 1988 and now in its 24th year, the entries are coming in thick and fast! Read More
HAS NEWSLETTER NO # 112 January 27th 2011
Museum of Antigua and Barbuda
Historical & Archaeological Society Museum of Antigua & Barbuda Read More
ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA SPORT FISHING GETS AIRING IN US January 26th 2011
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
On the 5th March with a TV programme being filmed this week called Antigua and Barbuda Shallows. Read More
ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA TAKING SHAPE January 24th 2011
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The 24th Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta is starting to take shape, and the first entries are coming in. Read More
COUNT-DOWN TO THE RORC CARIBBEAN 600 January 23rd 2011
RORC Caribbean 600
With less than a month to go to the start of the RORC Caribbean 600, the entry list continues to grow with an unprecedented 14 nations represented. Read More
MOUNT GAY BECOMES GOLD SPONSOR OF CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA January 23rd 2011
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta is pleased to announce that Mount Gay has become a gold sponsor of the famous annual event. Read More
SPORT FISHING TV COMING BACK TO ANTIGUA January 11th 2011
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
Last year they were off shore, this year they will be back to feature in shore fishing in a new programme Antigua/Barbuda Shallows. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600 ENTRY UPDATE January 10th 2011
RORC Caribbean 600
The RORC Caribbean 600 is just around the corner and Jazz is the latest high-profile confirmed entry. Read More
TALES FROM ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA January 8th 2011
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Tales from Don Ward's Winsome, a regular participant in past Antigua Classic Yacht Regattas. Read More
DOCKYARD HOSTS ONE OF THE TOP FIVE CHRISTMAS PARTIES IN THE WORLD December 22nd 2010
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
The annual Nelsons Dockyard Champagne Party has, so says organizer Hans Smit, been described as the fifth best Christmas party in the World. Read More
CHRISTMAS IS UNIQUE IN ANTIGUA! December 18th 2010
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
Christmas in Antigua just wouldnt be Christmas without the annual Nelsons Dockyard Champagne party. Read More
ICAP LEOPARD VS RAMBLER 100 AT RORC CARIBBEAN 600 December 8th 2010
RORC Caribbean 600
RORC Caribbean 600 announces one of the biggest showdowns for years with ICAP Leopard taking on Rambler 100 (formerly Speedboat). Read More
2011 RORC CARIBBEAN 600 HEATING UP! November 17th 2010
RORC Caribbean 600
Excitement is building for the upcoming 2011 RORC Caribbean 600 race scheduled to begin from English Harbour, Antigua on February 21, 2011. Read More
BEAUTY AND THE BEAST - AEGIR II MAKES ITS RACING DEBUT IN ANTIGUA November 17th 2010
RORC Caribbean 600
Brian Benjamin's latest magnificent racing yacht, Aegir II, will make its racing debut in Antigua in the RORC Caribbean 600 in February 2011. Read More
BEST IN THE WEST October 20th 2010
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
Come along, fish and take part in the Calcutta. Put EC$100 in the pot, largest wahoo takes the lot! Read More
YOUTHS HAVE IT IN 2010 September 27th 2010
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
The 3rd Annual Francis Nunes Tournament was definitely one for the youths with three of the major prizes going to youths aged sixteen and under. Read More
BRYDENS COCKTAIL LOUNGE AT SPORTS FISHING TOURNAMENT September 20th 2010
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
Brydens will be hosting their a cocktail lounge to show you how to enjoy Bombay Sapphire and Grey Goose Vodka at Friday 25th 3rd Francis Nunes Jr Memorial Fishing Tournament. Read More
ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA TO LAUNCH 29TH ANNUAL INDEPENDENCE CELEBRATIONS IN GRAND STYLE September 15th 2010
Antigua & Barbuda Independence Festival
under the banner Antigua and Barbuda - One Family celebrating our youth, the 29th Annual Independence celebrations will be launched on Thursday. Read More
SPORT FISHING LAUNCH PARTY VENUE CHANGE September 12th 2010
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
Now takes place in Captain's Quarters, Falmouth (at the Catamaran Hotel). Read More
TICKETS NOW ON SALE FOR FISHING LAUNCH PARTY September 3rd 2010
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
At only EC$20 per ticket, and ALL funds going to making the tournament a success, this fete is must. Being held at Captains Quarters, sounds from Chickie and a EC$5 bar, don't miss out - get your ticket now. Read More
MANGO PINEAPPLE MENU 2010 AWARDS TO CHEFS AND BARTENDERS. August 19th 2010
Antigua and Barbuda Mango Festival
View the results of Mango Pineapple Menu 2010 Awards to Chefs and Bartenders Read More
THE 3RD ANNUAL FRANCIS NUNES JR TOURNAMENT AND SEAFOOD FESTIVAL August 19th 2010
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
Both Antiguan anglers and those from nearby islands enter this fun one-day tournament celebrating the contribution of Francis Nunes Jr to sport fishing in Antigua. Read More
DISASTER PREPAREDNESS PLANNING AND RESPONSE IN THE NELSON’S DOCKYARD August 4th 2010
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
When hurricanes threaten our islands, our first response is usually to our homes and families. Historical sites that are government owned are often forgotten and neglected; left to the elements and luck. But in the Nelsons Dockyard, things are different.
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SPECTACULAR RACING YACHTS BOUND FOR ANTIGUA August 2nd 2010
RORC Caribbean 600
ICAP Leopard and Beau Geste will be returning and Ran joins the RORC 600 challenge for the first time in 2011. Read More
POWER LINE-UPS FOR LIME PARTY MONARCH July 28th 2010
Antigua Carnival
The Carnival Development Committee has released the order of appearance for the artistes participating in the Lime Party Monarch competition. Read More
SUMMER 2010 RESEARCH SEASON, NELSON’S DOCKYARD NATIONAL PARKS RESEARCH CENTER July 28th 2010
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
The annual summer research program has begun. Archaeologists and students from Chico Campus California State University, led by Professor Georgia Fox have returned to work at Bettys Hope Read More
WHO WILL BE THE NEXT JAYCEES CARIBBEAN QUEEN? July 26th 2010
Antigua Carnival
Who will be the next Jaycees Caribbean Queen? ? Your guess is as good as mine Read More
CDC OFFICIAL PRESS CONFERENCE SERIES 2010 July 19th 2010
Antigua Carnival
The final set of Sponsorship Press Conference Series dates and venues for this week. Read More
REGISTRATION OF VENDORS FOR CHRISTAIN VALLEY MANGOFEST July 16th 2010
Antigua and Barbuda Mango Festival
Persons wishing to be vendors at the Christian Valley Mango Festival scheduled for August 14 & 15 are asked to contact the the Events Cordinatotor Marcelle Freeland -John at 562-7439 at the Ministry of Agriculture, Headquarters on Independence Drive, to collect an applications form. Read More
ANTIGUA COMMERCIAL BANK ANNOUNCES MAJOR SPONSORSHIP OF PANORAMA July 8th 2010
Antigua Carnival
The Carnival Development Committee (CDC) has expressed its profound gratitude to Antigua Commercial Bank, the country's first indigenous commercial bank, for once again sponsoring the Panorama competition. Read More
PARTY AND GROOVY MONARCH PRELIMINARIES ALL SET TO EXPLODE July 5th 2010
Antigua Carnival
The staging of the quarterfinals in the Lime Party and Groovy Monarch competition will begin on Monday. Read More
BANK OF NOVA SCOTIA OPENING OF CARNIVAL 2010 June 30th 2010
Antigua Carnival
Bank of Novia Scotia committing to being a carnival partner for 2010 Read More
TIAN – ‘HITTING ALL THE RIGHT NOTES’ June 14th 2010
Antigua Carnival
By winning both the Party and Groovy Soca Monarch Competitions in 2009, Tian Winter enters the 2010 Carnival season with great expectations resting upon his shoulders. Read More
CHECK LIVE COVERAGE OF PRE-CARNIVAL June 11th 2010
Antigua Carnival
Can't make it to the party, or even worse, no chance as it's a plane ride to get here, don't worry, check into our live feed and you won't miss out. Read More
FIESTA & FIREWORKS June 11th 2010
Antigua Carnival
The Rumbena Sections of LIME Dynamics... Read More
NEW FISHING TOURNAMENT June 9th 2010
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
The Antigua and Barbuda Marlin Classic is launched. Read More
BOOKS ON THE 2010 ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA AVAILABLE June 3rd 2010
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Now Available: Memories of the 2010 Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta.. Read More
REVELLERS MAS TROUPE GRAND RAFFLE May 28th 2010
Antigua Carnival
The Revellers Mas Troupe in celebration of our 35th Anniversary of Mas is having a grand raffle. Read More
SOLID INTERNATIONAL BAND LAUNCH TICKETS May 25th 2010
Antigua Carnival
Tickets on Sale for Solid International Band Launch. Read More
SPORT FISHING TOURNAMENT INCREASES BOAT NUMBERS AGAIN May 25th 2010
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
The curtains have come down on the 44th Antigua and Barbuda Sport Fishing Tournament and has been hailed a great success by all involved. Read More
THE FRENCH ARE COMING May 19th 2010
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
From Guadeloupe, French St. Martin and St. Barts for this weekends tournaments as well as St. Thomas and Dutch St. Martaan. Read More
SPORT FISING LAUNCH PARTY ROCKED THE HOUSE May 9th 2010
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
18 Prize winners and Claudette Peters, Sleepy and Taxik rocking the house.....literally! Read More
LAUNCH OF ENGLISH HARBOUR/FALMOUTH CCTV SECURITY SYSTEM. April 23rd 2010
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
In February of 2009 a Committee was set up to consider the introduction of CCTV cameras in the English Harbour and Falmouth areas. Read More
ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA WRAPS UP WITH PRIZE GIVING April 21st 2010
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The 23rd Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta, hosted by the Antigua Yacht Club and sponsored by Panerai and part of the Panerai Classic Yacht Challenge, wrapped up last night with a sumptuous buffet and barbecue outside the Copper & Lumber Store Hotel in Nelsons Dockyard accompanied by an impressive big screen slideshow presentation of the Regatta highlights as photographed by the many press photographers who covered the racing for newspapers and magazines around the globe Read More
GARD’S RECYCLING DISPLAY April 21st 2010
Antigua Barbuda Horticultural Society
The Antigua & Barbuda Waste Recycling Corporation (ABWREC) now has a permanent display at the Gilbert Agricultural Rural Development (GARD). Read More
CLASSIC RACE 1 & CONCOURS D April 19th 2010
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The crew of the beautifully maintained Aage Nielsen Ketch, Saphaedra had plenty to celebrate last evening at the Boat International sponsored Concours d'Elegance competition prize-giving when they scooped both the the Professionally Maintained Private Classic Class trophy as well as the Overall Winners prize in this much esteemed competition. Read More
DAY THREE RACE April 19th 2010
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Patchy blue skies, brisk easterly winds and moderate seas but thankfully no rain greeted the vast fleet of classic yachts and spectator boats for the third race in the Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta this morning.
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DAY TWO RACE April 18th 2010
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Last evening the Carib Bean Coffee Single Handed Race prizes were awarded after a short delay due to a 'Dark (and only 'slightly') Stormy' rain shower! Meanwhile the Sundowner party got well underway with much swigging of the above, regardless of the weather! Read More
BAYWATCH MEETS ANTIGUA CLASSICS IN A CLOUD OF PINK April 16th 2010
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
A rope caught around their propeller halted the pink bikini clad crew as they tried to leave the marina. Read More
23RD ANNUAL CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA OPENS WITH BANG April 16th 2010
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The 23rd annual Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta was launched Wednesday evening with a huge celebration bar-b-q followed on Thursday morning with judging for the Concours dElegance and the popular single-handed race Thursday afternoon. Read More
DARK AND STORMY - SEAS AND DRINKS April 16th 2010
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
End of day one racing brings high seas and big drinks. Read More
FIRST RACE IN 2010 ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA UNDERWAY TODAY April 16th 2010
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
This is it the kick-off race of the 2010 Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta gets underway momentarily outside the mouth of this harbour on a 20-mile course called Old Road.
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CONCOURSE D'ELEGANCE TO HONOUR OUTSTANDING CLASSIC YACHTS April 15th 2010
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The enormous array of classic yachts at the 23rd annual Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta will be judged this morning for trophies honoring the Best Professionally Maintained Yacht and the Best Privately Maintained Yacht. Read More
SINGLE-HANDED RACE KICKS OFF ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA April 14th 2010
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
The 11th annual single-handed race for classic yachts up to 75 feet in length will kick off the 23rd annual Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta tomorrow in a 12-mile course outside Falmouth Harbour. Read More
FRUIT OFF April 14th 2010
Antigua and Barbuda Mango Festival
On April 26th, the Mango Festival Committee will be holding a Fruit off among schools at the House of Culture. Read More
REGISTRATION FOR CARNIVAL 2010 March 26th 2010
Antigua Carnival
NFO is presently distributing and accepting completed registration forms for and from contestants Read More
ANTIGUA SPORT FISHING GETS INTERNATIONAL COVERAGE March 25th 2010
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
Antigua and Barbuda Sport Fishing Club and the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority hosted a four day visit from the film crew responsible for the international television show Sport Fishing Television Read More
DONATIONS SOLICITED FOR RESTORATION NATIONAL LANDMARK March 5th 2010
St. John's Cathedral
After forced to close its doors after a section of its floor collapsed and was scene of an accident when a teacher fell through the floor. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600 - HATRICK FOR BEAU GESTE February 26th 2010
RORC Caribbean 600
RORC Caribbean 600 - Hatrick for Beau Geste
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RORC CARIBBEAN 600 LATEST: DSK PIONEER INVESTMENTS FINISH February 25th 2010
RORC Caribbean 600
The latest from the RORC Caribbean 600 Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN NEWSFLASH February 25th 2010
RORC Caribbean 600
Beau Geste takes monohull line honours finishing the RORC Caribbean 600 Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600 LATEST February 25th 2010
RORC Caribbean 600
The latest from Day 4 of the RORC Caribbean 600 Read More
FINGERS CROSSED FOR THE WIND February 24th 2010
RORC Caribbean 600
Day three of the RORC Caribbean 600 and Richard Bamfords Swan 38, Dolfijn is the new overall leader. Read More
REGION GUADELOUPE TAKES LINE HONOURS IN CARIBBEAN RORC 600 February 24th 2010
RORC Caribbean 600
Claude Thelier & John Burnies ORMA 60 trimaran, Region Guadeloupe, finish
RORC Caribbean 600 on Wednesday 24th February 18:49 03 Read More
ANTIGUA YACHT CLUB 20:00 TONIGHT February 24th 2010
RORC Caribbean 600
John Burnie's ORMA 60, Region Guadeloupe is expected to finish the RORC Caribbean 600 at 20:00 tonight. Read More
GLIMCHER CATAPULTS TO THE FRONT February 24th 2010
RORC Caribbean 600
Marc Glimcher and his crew are having a great race and currently lead the RORC Caribbean 600 overall on handicap Read More
SHOTS FROM BELOW FORT SHIRLEY February 23rd 2010
RORC Caribbean 600
Photography Jason Pickering captured some fantastic shots of the start of the RORC Caribbean 600 which started at midday Monday 22nd February. Read More
BLESMA CHARTER ONDECK YACHT TO COMPETE. February 23rd 2010
RORC Caribbean 600
BLESMA is the British Limless Ex-Service Man's Association, and each
team member racing is an amputee. Read More
MONDAY BLUES February 23rd 2010
RORC Caribbean 600
It has been a long time coming. Said Karl Kwok, skipper of Beau Geste. I was going to come to sail in Antigua 11 years ago but had to miss out. I have been looking forward to this race for some time and as a RORC member, I am very happy to support this race and my club. Read More
WHALES AND WIND SHADOWS February 23rd 2010
RORC Caribbean 600
As dawn broke on the second day of the RORC Caribbean 600, ORMA 60 Region Guadeloupe had just rounded St.Maarten, the most northerly part of the course. Read More
THE RORC RAISING THE STANDARD February 22nd 2010
RORC Caribbean 600
The Antigua National Parks conservation area of Fort Charlotte will be used to start the 2010 RORC Caribbean 600. It is named after one of Lord Nelsons commanders and dates back to the 1700s Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600 OPENING PARTY February 22nd 2010
RORC Caribbean 600
The RORC Caribbean 600 got off to a great start on Saturday night with the official launch party at Cloggy's at the Yacht Club. Read More
RORC CARIBBEAN 600 GETTING READY TO START! February 18th 2010
RORC Caribbean 600
Final preparations are under way for the biggest offshore sailing race in the Caribbean. Read More
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR RORC CARIBBEAN 600 February 8th 2010
RORC Caribbean 600
Fancy Volunteering? The RORC Caribbean 600 Needs You Read More
SECURITY INITIATIVE TO BE LAUNCHED IN THE NATIONAL PARKS AREA January 26th 2010
Nelsons Dockyard National Park
The Antigua and Barbuda National Parks Authority is continuing on its drive to make the National Parks area safe and secure for residents and visitors alike. Read More
HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY TRANSFORM ROAD CENTRE INTO A THING OF BEAUTY January 26th 2010
Antigua Barbuda Horticultural Society
The Antigua and Barbuda Horticultural Society continued with its master plan this weekend to transform gardens around the island into beautiful places for us to be proud of Read More
MEL AND ANNIE ATLANTIC CROSSING January 19th 2010
World's Toughest Row
Mel and Annie bump into a friend in the Atlantic Ocean. Read More
2010 CARNIVAL REGISTRATION FORMS ARE READY!!!! January 19th 2010
Antigua Carnival
Registration Forms are available at the NFO during business hours (Mondays to Thursdays 8:00 am to 4:30 pm and on Fridays 8:00 am to 3:00pm. Read More
FILM CREW IN ANTIGUA SHOOTING FISHING FOR NEW US TV SERIES January 12th 2010
Antigua & Barbuda Sports Fishing Association
Marlin Magazine today did their first days shoot of the half hour TV programme about fishing in Antigua to be aired at the end of March. Read More
ATLANTIC ROWERS FINALLY AT THE START January 6th 2010
World's Toughest Row
Atlantic Rowing Race finally starts after a month delay Read More
ATLANTIC ROW RACE DELAYED AGAIN December 22nd 2009
World's Toughest Row
KOFI’S ART INSPIRES YOUNG ARTISTS AND ART LOVERS December 7th 2009
Museum of Antigua and Barbuda
Saturday, December, 05, 2009 St. Johns, Antigua: Students from the Antigua State College, the Antigua Girls High School and the Mary E. Piggott School were just some of the visitors to the upstairs gallery of the Museum of Antigua and Barbuda, where they viewed the 26 images of the Colour & Movement Images Past and Present collection presented by Alvin Kofi Ferris. Read More
RACE 2009 FROM LA GOMERA, CANARY ISLANDS TO IDYLLIC ENGLISH HARBOUR, ANTIGUA November 27th 2009
World's Toughest Row
There are now just 9 days to go until the start of the Atlantic Ocean Rowing Race 09 and all 72 competitors are now in La Gomera. Read More
ATLANTIC ROWING RACE 2009 TEAMS November 27th 2009
World's Toughest Row
See Atlantic rowing race 2009 Solo & pair teams Read More
KOFI DELIVERS MASTERCLASS AT ANTIGUA STATE COLLEGE November 23rd 2009
Museum of Antigua and Barbuda
Art students at the Antigua State College had a special Master Class with visiting visual artist, Alvin Kofi Ferris. The 16 A level students and their lecturer, Mark Brown had an opportunity to see how Kofi creates his figurative drawings. There was also a question and answer session, where students learnt more about Kofis art journey and how to make a living as an artist. Read More
LEADING UK BLACK ARTIST TO EXHIBIT IN ANTIGUA November 16th 2009
Museum of Antigua and Barbuda
Artist, Alvin Kofi Ferri will be showcasing his art show Colour & Movement, which will take place in the upstairs gallery of the Museum of Antigua and Barbuda from November 28th to December 3rd, 2009. Read More
HELP THE MUSEUM OF ANTIGUA & BARBUDA November 4th 2009
Museum of Antigua and Barbuda
An urgent call to the Antigua & Barbuda Diaspora Read More
THE DORNIER FLYING BOAT September 14th 2009
Museum of Antigua and Barbuda
From the Great Dornier flying boat landing in St. Johns Harbour in 1931 to present day..The Museum recounts the epic journey of the history of Aviation in Antigua and Barbuda in a multimedia presentation, Saturday 26th September, 7:00pm Read More
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