- Antigua: Perfect Weather, Beaches Galore and Cricket... What’s Not to Love
- in Insider's Guide
If you crave beautiful white-sand beaches, first-rate hotels and all things British, Antigua just might be a perfect choice for your next Caribbean getaway! First a little geography lesson – for those who aren’t familiar with this super charming island nation. Antigua (pronounced An-tee'ga) is located in the middle of the Leeward Islands in the Eastern Caribbean and is a member of the British Commonwealth of Nations. To the south are the islands of Montserrat and Guadaloupe, and to the north and west are Nevis, St. Kitts, St. Barts and St. Martin. Antigua, the largest of the English-speaking Leeward Islands, is about 14 miles long and 11 miles wide, encompassing 108 square miles. Its highest point is Boggy Peak (1319 ft.), located in the southwestern corner of the island.
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