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Saint John's

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For other places with the same name, see Saint John (disambiguation).

Saint John's is the capital city of Antigua and Barbuda. It is on the island of Antigua.

[edit] Get in

[edit] By plane

VC Bird International Airport is situated a few kilometers away, and has regular flights to UK, US and other Caribbean islands.

[edit] By cruise ship

Many tourists arrive by Cruise ship and spend the day in St. John's.

[edit] Get around

Many Taxi services exist and one may even rent a car. For the traveller on a budget The bus service is pretty reliable. (Ask Locals for assistance.)

[edit][add listing] See

Recreation Ground
Recreation Ground
  • Carnival - annual festival from late July to early August.
  • Cricket - Antigua's big sport. Played at the Recreation Ground, matches are accompanied by calypso music and mass dancing!

[edit][add listing] Do

  • Sample local cuisine and drinks.
  • Mingle with the locals and don't be afraid to ask directions.
  • See the island attractions.
  • Gamble if you're into that.
  • Go to one of the many clubs and I mean Many!
  • Enjoy your trip!

[edit][add listing] Buy

  • 1000 Flowers - good clothes store
  • Clothes many clothing stores exist.
  • Electronics such as cameras.
  • Memorabilia like T-shirts, ornaments etc. from the vendors.
  • Local cuisine.

[edit] Eat and drink

Many restaurants exist in the St. John's area. And Bars are littered around the island. Ask for your favourite beer and they will most likely have it.

[edit][add listing] Sleep

At one of the many hotels or guest houses. For the traveller on a budget try to stay at a local rented apartment or a cheap motel.

  • Jumby Bay, PO Box 243, St. John’s, Tel (268) 462-6000, [1]. This Caribbean luxury resort in Antigua offers suites and villa accommodations, afternoon tea, tennis instruction, beauty and massage services, and meeting space and wedding facilities.

[edit] Get out

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