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Those traveling by air or cruise to Antigua can get right to shopping, eating, or exploring the beach near St. John's, while visitors arriving by yacht will be treated to a taste of history by entering port in the charming English Harbour.
Major airlines such as American, US Airways, Virgin-Atlantic, Delta, and British Airways provide service to Antigua's V.C. Bird International Airport from destinations in North America, Europe, and the Caribbean. Taxis meet every flight to take vacationers to their choice destination on the island.
St. John's is a popular and regular destination of choice for cruise lines. Vacationers arriving to Deepwater Harbour in St. John's can take advantage of the cities shopping or beaches for a day or two before moving on to experience another island. This option appeals to travelers who want to get a small flavor of more than one island in the Caribbean.
Sailing and yachting are especially popular in Antigua as the island hosts a popular Sailing Week and regatta each April, and also boasts challenging water ways on its eastern shore for the sailing elite. The historic English Harbour is a fabled destination among sailors and a major reason why sailing and yachting is such a popular means of traveling to or around Antigua.
Those wishing to experience as much of the island as possible may choose to fly, but for those cruising or sailing to the island, the vacation starts before their arrival. Which ever way you choose to make your arrival, Antigua offers beaches and culture for those traveling to its shores.
If you're looking to arrive in Antigua as quickly as possible, air travel may be the right choice for you.
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Vacationers interested in cruising will find Antigua to be an excellent port of call.
