{"id":32232,"date":"2025-09-22T14:33:40","date_gmt":"2025-09-22T14:33:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/?p=32232"},"modified":"2025-09-22T14:33:41","modified_gmt":"2025-09-22T14:33:41","slug":"facts-about-antigua","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2025\/09\/facts-about-antigua\/","title":{"rendered":"Antigua Holidays: Top 15 facts about Antigua"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>It might be smothered in more stunning beaches than you count, but there&#8217;s more to this tiny island than miles of sun-soaked shoreline. We&#8217;ll prove it! Did you know these super <strong>interesting facts about Antigua<\/strong> before today?\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n<p>We already know it&#8217;s absolutely gorgeous, but there&#8217;s also a laundry list of other interesting facts about Antigua. Like, for example, did you know it&#8217;s home to the rarest snake in the world?&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Well, you do now! But there&#8217;s more where that came from.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>In this blog, we&#8217;ll list 15 truths about the island and go through them in more detail to give you an even better view of how amazing it truly is.<\/p>\n<p>So, <strong>what are the facts?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/the-verandah-lovers-beach.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/the-verandah-lovers-beach.jpg\" alt=\"Lovers Beach in Antigua\" class=\"wp-image-32187\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/the-verandah-lovers-beach.jpg 800w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/the-verandah-lovers-beach-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/the-verandah-lovers-beach-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">It&#8217;s a fact about Antigua that there&#8217;s a different beach for every day of the year. <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/subscriber-exclusives?blg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"187\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Subscribe-Disruptor-1-1-1024x187.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30317\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Subscribe-Disruptor-1-1-1024x187.png 1024w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Subscribe-Disruptor-1-1-300x55.png 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Subscribe-Disruptor-1-1-768x141.png 768w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Subscribe-Disruptor-1-1-1536x281.png 1536w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Subscribe-Disruptor-1-1.png 1748w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_56_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\" role=\"button\"><label for=\"item-69e143f56f71f\" ><span class=\"\"><span style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input aria-label=\"Toggle\" aria-label=\"item-69e143f56f71f\"  type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item-69e143f56f71f\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2025\/09\/facts-about-antigua\/#15_Facts_About_Antigua\" title=\"15 Facts About Antigua\u00a0\">15 Facts About Antigua\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2025\/09\/facts-about-antigua\/#1_Antigua_and_Barbuda_is_actually_made_up_of_three_islands\" title=\"1. Antigua and Barbuda is actually made up of three islands\">1. Antigua and Barbuda is actually made up of three islands<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2025\/09\/facts-about-antigua\/#Bonus_fact\" title=\"Bonus fact\">Bonus fact<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2025\/09\/facts-about-antigua\/#2_Antigua_Has_a_Mountain_Named_After_a_President\" title=\"2. Antigua Has a Mountain Named After a President\">2. Antigua Has a Mountain Named After a President<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2025\/09\/facts-about-antigua\/#3_Antigua_is_one_of_the_Smallest_Countries_on_Earth\" title=\"3. Antigua is one of the Smallest Countries on Earth\">3. Antigua is one of the Smallest Countries on Earth<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2025\/09\/facts-about-antigua\/#4_Antigua_Has_a_Beach_for_Every_Day_of_the_Year\" title=\"4. Antigua Has a Beach for Every Day of the Year\">4. Antigua Has a Beach for Every Day of the Year<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2025\/09\/facts-about-antigua\/#5_Antigua_Has_a_Population_Under_100000\" title=\"5. Antigua Has a Population Under 100,000\">5. Antigua Has a Population Under 100,000<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2025\/09\/facts-about-antigua\/#6_Antigua_has_a_Rich_Cultural_Heritage\" title=\"6. Antigua has a Rich Cultural Heritage\">6. Antigua has a Rich Cultural Heritage<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2025\/09\/facts-about-antigua\/#7_English_is_Widely_Spoken_in_Antigua\" title=\"7. English is Widely Spoken in Antigua\u00a0\">7. English is Widely Spoken in Antigua\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2025\/09\/facts-about-antigua\/#8_Antigua_has_Frigate_Birds_for_Days\" title=\"8. Antigua has Frigate Birds for Days\">8. Antigua has Frigate Birds for Days<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2025\/09\/facts-about-antigua\/#9_There_are_Jaws-ome_Sharks_in_Antigua\" title=\"9. There are Jaws-ome Sharks in Antigua\">9. There are Jaws-ome Sharks in Antigua<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2025\/09\/facts-about-antigua\/#10_Antigua_has_Fascinating_Unique_Wildlife\" title=\"10. Antigua has Fascinating, Unique Wildlife\">10. Antigua has Fascinating, Unique Wildlife<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2025\/09\/facts-about-antigua\/#11_Antiguas_Flag_is_Packed_with_Symbolism\" title=\"11. Antigua\u2019s Flag is Packed with Symbolism\">11. Antigua\u2019s Flag is Packed with Symbolism<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2025\/09\/facts-about-antigua\/#12_You_Can_Enjoy_Tasty_Unique_Dishes_in_Antigua\" title=\"12. You Can Enjoy Tasty, Unique Dishes in Antigua\">12. You Can Enjoy Tasty, Unique Dishes in Antigua<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2025\/09\/facts-about-antigua\/#13_Antigua_was_named_by_Christopher_Columbus\" title=\"13. Antigua was named by Christopher Columbus\">13. Antigua was named by Christopher Columbus<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2025\/09\/facts-about-antigua\/#14_People_in_Antigua_Dont_Just_Like_Cricket_They_Love_Cricket\" title=\"14. People in Antigua Don\u2019t Just Like Cricket, They Love Cricket\">14. People in Antigua Don\u2019t Just Like Cricket, They Love Cricket<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2025\/09\/facts-about-antigua\/#15_Antiguas_Capital_is_a_Must-Visit_Destination\" title=\"15. Antigua\u2019s Capital is a Must-Visit Destination\">15. Antigua\u2019s Capital is a Must-Visit Destination<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2025\/09\/facts-about-antigua\/#Explore_it_for_yourself\" title=\"Explore it for yourself\">Explore it for yourself<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_Facts_About_Antigua\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #fd6b2b;\">15 Facts About Antigua\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW246618 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW246618 BCX0\">These 15 pieces of knowledge prove that <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW246618 BCX0\">there\u2019s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW246618 BCX0\"> more going on in Antigua than gorgeous beaches and sun-filled days.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW246618 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Antigua &amp; Barbuda is actually made up of three islands<\/li>\n<li>Mount Obama is the highest point on the island of Antigua.<\/li>\n<li>Antigua is one of the smallest countries on earth, ranked 182nd by area<\/li>\n<li>Antigua has been\u00a0nicknamed the land of 365 beaches<\/li>\n<li>The current population of Antigua and Barbuda combined is 99,539<\/li>\n<li>Antigua has a rich cultural heritage of British and African influences\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW113568156 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113568156 BCX0\">English is <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113568156 BCX0\">a widely spoken language<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113568156 BCX0\"> in Anti<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113568156 BCX0\">g<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113568156 BCX0\">ua and Barbuda.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW113568156 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Antigua is home to the largest nesting colony of frigate birds in the Caribbean<\/li>\n<li>It&#8217;s quite likely you&#8217;ll encounter sharks, particularly reef and nurse sharks when diving near the coats of Antigua<\/li>\n<li>At least 182 bird species have been recorded in Antigua<\/li>\n<li>The national flag was adopted on 27 February 1967 to mark the achievement of self-government.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Antigua is a foodie destination because of its fresh seafood, delicious rum, and flavourful dishes<\/li>\n<li>Antigua was visited by Christopher Columbus in 1493\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Cricket is the national sport<\/li>\n<li>The capital of Antigua is St John&#8217;s<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Antigua_and_Barbuda_is_actually_made_up_of_three_islands\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #8615e3;\">1. Antigua and Barbuda is actually made up of three islands<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Although the country is known as Antigua and Barbuda, there are actually three main islands which make up the nation: Antigua, Barbuda and an uninhabited island called Redonda \u2013 plus a few other even smaller atolls. Consider taking a day trip to Redonda, to check out the tranquil beaches, stunning cliffs, and diverse wildlife.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/shirley-heights-antigua.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/shirley-heights-antigua.jpg\" alt=\"Aerial shot from Shirley Heights, Antigua\" class=\"wp-image-32226\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/shirley-heights-antigua.jpg 800w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/shirley-heights-antigua-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/shirley-heights-antigua-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">There&#8217;s more to these islands than meets the eye<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bonus_fact\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #2ba39a;\">Bonus fact<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The island of Antigua was <strong>born out of the sea<\/strong> by a volcano about 30 million years ago!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Antigua_Has_a_Mountain_Named_After_a_President\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #8615e3;\">2. Antigua Has a Mountain Named After a President<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Originally known as Boggy Peak, Mount Obama is the highest point on the island, standing just over 400m tall. The peak is part of the Shekerley Mountains, a low mountain range on the southwestern part of the island.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Although the peak was renamed after the 44th President of the United States in 2009, its name was reverted back to Boggy Peak in 2016. While it may not be the biggest range, exploring the mountains is one of the\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2024\/02\/best-excursions-in-antigua\/?blg\"><span data-contrast=\"none\"><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\">best excursions in Antigua<\/span><\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. Climbing to the peak offers incredible views across Antigua and out towards the surrounding islands.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Antigua_is_one_of_the_Smallest_Countries_on_Earth\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #8615e3;\">3. Antigua is one of the Smallest Countries on Earth<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW62990324 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW62990324 BCX0\">Antigua is only around 14 miles long and just 11 miles wide. With an area of 442 km\u00b2 the islands are 550 times smaller than the UK. In fact, you could fit Antigua <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun AdvancedProofingIssueV2Themed SCXW62990324 BCX0\">in the area of<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW62990324 BCX0\"> London three and a half times. The individual island of Antigua is around <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW62990324 BCX0\">280km\u00b2,<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW62990324 BCX0\"> while Barbuda is <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW62990324 BCX0\">roughly 160<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW62990324 BCX0\"> km\u00b2.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW62990324 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW62990324 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW62990324 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/small-island.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/small-island.jpg\" alt=\"Platform floating in the Caribbean Sea\" class=\"wp-image-32234\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/small-island.jpg 800w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/small-island-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/small-island-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Antigua is one of the smallest countries in the world. Photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@bogdipasca?utm_content=creditCopyText&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=unsplash\">Bogdan Pasca<\/a> on <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/floating-house-in-the-middle-of-sea-at-daytime-mlpIG7ASJaY?utm_content=creditCopyText&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=unsplash\">Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Antigua_Has_a_Beach_for_Every_Day_of_the_Year\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #8615e3;\">4. Antigua Has a Beach for Every Day of the Year<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Known as the land of 365 beaches, the island is said to have a different beach for every day of the year. Make the most of your holiday to Antigua by booking resorts right on the sands \u2013 such as the adults-only <\/span><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><a style=\"color: #3366ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/holidays\/antigua\/saint-mary\/jolly-beach-antigua?blg\">Jolly Beach Antigua<\/a><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> or the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/holidays\/antigua\/saint-phillip\/pineapple-beach-club?blg\"><span data-contrast=\"none\"><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\">Pineapple Beach Club<\/span>,<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> with apartment-style rooms.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Plus, those beaches carry a pinky hue due to the presence of a red shell in the sand grains. This distinctive colouration makes them incredibly <\/span><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><a style=\"color: #3366ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/caribbeanwarehouse.co.uk\/blog\/2021\/07\/6-of-the-most-instagrammable-beaches-in-antigua\/?blg\">Instagrammable beaches<\/a><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Antigua_Has_a_Population_Under_100000\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #8615e3;\">5. Antigua Has a Population Under 100,000<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The tiny nation is ranked 201st in the world for population and 130th for growth rate.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">According to the data provided in the <\/span><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><a style=\"color: #3366ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/statistics.gov.ag\/subjects\/travel-and-tourism\/annual-visitor-arrivals-country\/?blg\">National Bureau of Statistics from Antigua and Barbados<\/a><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, as of 2021, the population of Antigua and Barbuda was projected around 98,000, up by nearly 2% compared with 2020. In 2024, travellers more than tripled the country\u2019s population with over 300,000 visitors coming to stay on the islands.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Antigua_has_a_Rich_Cultural_Heritage\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #8615e3;\">6. Antigua has a Rich Cultural Heritage<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">One interesting fact about Antigua and Barbuda is that its cultural heritage spans from the UK to Africa.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It\u2019s thought that this unique blend of influences stems from colonial times and the importing of thousands of West African slaves back in the 1800s.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">However, there are still British influences across the islands today. Queen Elizabeth II is recognised as the Head of State still, they drive on the left-side of the road and there is a Princess Diana Beach which was renamed on what would have been her 50th birthday.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/church-antigua.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"404\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/church-antigua.jpg\" alt=\"Old colonial-style church in Antigua\" class=\"wp-image-32235\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/church-antigua.jpg 800w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/church-antigua-300x152.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/church-antigua-768x388.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Discover some of the heritage sites in Antigua. Photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@brighton1977?utm_content=creditCopyText&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=unsplash\">Brighton Pereira<\/a> on <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/brown-concrete-building-near-green-trees-under-blue-sky-during-daytime-uAzuA2DhS1M?utm_content=creditCopyText&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=unsplash\">Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_English_is_Widely_Spoken_in_Antigua\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #8615e3;\">7. English is Widely Spoken in Antigua\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW252123308 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW252123308 BCX0\">Most people in the country speak some form of <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW252123308 BCX0\">Antiguan and Barbudan Creole,<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW252123308 BCX0\"> an English-based<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW252123308 BCX0\">Creole language rooted in English and Kwa languages.<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW252123308 BCX0\">M<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW252123308 BCX0\">uch of the population also speaks <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW252123308 BCX0\">Antiguan and Barbudan <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW252123308 BCX0\">English,<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW252123308 BCX0\">which is <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW252123308 BCX0\">commonly <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW252123308 BCX0\">used in <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW252123308 BCX0\">government, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW252123308 BCX0\">business<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW252123308 BCX0\"> and academic settings. Spanish has <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW252123308 BCX0\">also <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW252123308 BCX0\">grown more common, mostly due to an influx of immigrants from the Dominican Republic back in the 80s.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW252123308 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW252123308 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW252123308 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Antigua_has_Frigate_Birds_for_Days\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #8615e3;\">8. Antigua has Frigate Birds for Days<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You can find the largest colony of frigatebirds in the Western Hemisphere on Anitgua.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">These brightly coloured birds inflate their pinky-red chests to attract a mate and have been named the national bird of the country because of the sterling work they do to balance the local fauna. The Frigate Bird Sanctuary on Barbuda is one of the best spots in the country to see these beautiful birds up close.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_There_are_Jaws-ome_Sharks_in_Antigua\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #8615e3;\">9. There are Jaws-ome Sharks in Antigua<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It should come as no surprise that the azure Caribbean Sea waters around the 365 beaches are loaded with sharks. The thriving coral reefs and warm temperatures provide plenty of food sources.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">However, an interesting fact about Antigua is that there has never been a shark attack here in recorded history.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Get up close with Antigua\u2019s stunning underwater wildlife by booking at resorts like <\/span><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><a style=\"color: #3366ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/holidays\/antigua\/saint-johns\/st-jamess-club-villas?blg\">St James&#8217;s Club &amp; Villas<\/a><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> or its sister resort\u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><a style=\"color: #3366ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/holidays\/antigua\/saint-johns\/the-verandah-antigua?blg\">The Verandah, Antigua<\/a><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> and heading out on a diving excursion with the Mamora Bay Divers Dive Shop.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/sharks-antigua.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/sharks-antigua.jpg\" alt=\"There are lots of sharks around Antigua\" class=\"wp-image-32236\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/sharks-antigua.jpg 800w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/sharks-antigua-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/sharks-antigua-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Explore an abundance of sharks. Photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@holatgr?utm_content=creditCopyText&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=unsplash\">Tomas Gonzalez de Rosenzweig<\/a> on <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/black-shark-in-body-of-water-sRWzrDkdzHc?utm_content=creditCopyText&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=unsplash\">Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Antigua_has_Fascinating_Unique_Wildlife\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #8615e3;\">10. Antigua has Fascinating, Unique Wildlife<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Every country in the world has its own unique biodiversity. However, Antigua and Barbuda (and the surrounding islands) are the only places where you can catch a glimpse of certain creatures.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For example, the Antiguan Racer Snake, the rarest snake in the world, is critically endangered and can only be found on Great Bird Island just off Antigua.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Antiguas_Flag_is_Packed_with_Symbolism\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #8615e3;\">11. Antigua\u2019s Flag is Packed with Symbolism<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Every national flag in the world is unique (that\u2019s kinda the point of them), but Antigua\u2019s is incredibly recognisable. The red and black banner carries an image of the rising sun, and each colour has a specific meaning.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Red symbolises the lifeblood of the island\u2019s slave ancestors and the dynamism of the people. Meanwhile, black represents the soil and African heritage.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The gold, blue, and white elements stand for Antigua and Barbuda\u2019s stunning sun, sea and sand.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_You_Can_Enjoy_Tasty_Unique_Dishes_in_Antigua\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #8615e3;\">12. You Can Enjoy Tasty, Unique Dishes in Antigua<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">There are many incredible <\/span><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><a style=\"color: #3366ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/caribbeanwarehouse.co.uk\/blog\/2021\/08\/best-places-to-eat-in-antigua\/?blg\">restaurants in Antigua<\/a><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\">.<\/span> But the abundance of fresh seafood and punchy flavours make it a perfect destination for foodies.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">One of Antigua\u2019s best-known dishes is fungee and pepperpot. Pepperpot is a kind of wholesome beef stew, usually served with fungee, a cornmeal dish similar to polenta. Popular sweets include peanut brittle, sugar cake and tamarind balls.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/dominican-food.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/dominican-food.jpg\" alt=\"Caribbean food spread\" class=\"wp-image-31859\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/dominican-food.jpg 800w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/dominican-food-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/dominican-food-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Stunning fresh Caribbean food <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/collections\/cruise-deals?blg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"874\" height=\"160\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Cruise_Disruptor_Deals-2.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-32220\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Cruise_Disruptor_Deals-2.png 874w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Cruise_Disruptor_Deals-2-300x55.png 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Cruise_Disruptor_Deals-2-768x141.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 874px) 100vw, 874px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Antigua_was_named_by_Christopher_Columbus\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #8615e3;\">13. Antigua was named by Christopher Columbus<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW211730861 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW211730861 BCX0\">The eponymous Christopher Columbus was the first European to visit the <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW211730861 BCX0\">island,<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW211730861 BCX0\"> way back in 1493. Following his visit, he renamed the island after the Church of Santa Maria de la Antigua in Seville. The island\u2019s indigenous population originally called the island <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW211730861 BCX0\">Waladli<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW211730861 BCX0\">, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW211730861 BCX0\">but &#8211; over time &#8211; t<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW211730861 BCX0\">his has transformed into Wadadli (a name you might spot on a local beer brand).<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW211730861 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_People_in_Antigua_Dont_Just_Like_Cricket_They_Love_Cricket\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #8615e3;\">14. People in Antigua Don\u2019t Just Like Cricket, They <em>Love<\/em> Cricket<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The penultimate of our interesting facts about Antigua is that they adore cricket. As the national sport, <\/span><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><a style=\"color: #3366ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.antiguanice.com\/v2\/client.php?id=700&amp;cat=36?blg\">cricket in Antigua<\/a><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> is more like a religion than a common interest.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In fact, they have a national stadium and even produced one of the greatest players the world has ever seen, Sir Vivian Richards.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Along with international competition, the country also fields the Antigua and Barbuda Falcons in the Twenty20 Caribbean Premier League. They play matches at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, just outside Saint John&#8217;s.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_Antiguas_Capital_is_a_Must-Visit_Destination\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #8615e3;\">15. Antigua\u2019s Capital is a Must-Visit Destination<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The capital city of Antigua and Barbuda is <\/span><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><a style=\"color: #3366ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/caribbeanwarehouse.co.uk\/blog\/2021\/08\/things-to-do-in-st-johns-antigua\/?blg\">St John\u2019s<\/a><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\">.<\/span> Here you can find a mesmerising array of shops, bars, restaurants and beaches (of course). Check out historic sites like Fort James or the neo-Baroque Saint John\u2019s Cathedral. Or, pay a visit to the Museum of Antigua and Barbuda to learn even more fascinating facts about Antigua.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As well as being the capital, St John\u2019s is also the largest city on the island and its main port. Making it a main stopping-off point for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/collections\/cruise-deals?blg\"><span data-contrast=\"none\"><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\">Caribbean cruise<\/span>s<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. Stay at nearby resorts like <\/span><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><a style=\"color: #3366ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/holidays\/antigua\/saint-johns\/royalton-antigua-resort?blg\">Royalton Antigua Resort<\/a><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/holidays\/antigua\/saint-johns\/hawksbill-resort-antigua-exclusive?blg\"><span data-contrast=\"none\"><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\">Hawksbill Resort Antigu<\/span>a<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> to enjoy a little bit of everything that the island has to offer.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Explore_it_for_yourself\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #fd6b2b;\">Explore it for yourself<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">All these incredible, interesting facts about Antigua and Barbuda showcase it as the wonderfully unique island it is. But don\u2019t take our word for it, get out and explore it for yourself. If you\u2019re ready to book your next getaway, check out our <\/span><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><a style=\"color: #3366ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/holidays\/antigua?blg\">Antigua Holidays | 2025\/2026 Packages<\/a><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> on Blue Bay Travel right now.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Click the button below and we\u2019ll tell you another fact about the island \u2013 where you can find four of our best-rated resorts on the island.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2024\/02\/elite-island-resorts-in-antigua\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1000\" height=\"140\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Choose-Your-Paradise-Today-Button.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30180\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Choose-Your-Paradise-Today-Button.png 1000w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Choose-Your-Paradise-Today-Button-300x42.png 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Choose-Your-Paradise-Today-Button-768x108.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It might be smothered in more stunning beaches than you count, but there&#8217;s more to this tiny island than miles of sun-soaked shoreline. 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