Antigua and Barbuda

Antigua and Barbuda is a beach bum's paradise. While small, the two islands proudly boast enough beaches to visit a new one every day of the year, and it is a treasure trove of reefs and wrecks, making it ideal for those after some sub-aquatic swimming. While hot, it is also home to tropical thunderstorms, though these let up between February and May.

Capital – Saint John's
Places of interest – Codrington, English Harbour and Nelson's Dockyard
Time Zone – GMT -4
Language – English (primary)
Antigua and Barbuda currency - Antigua and Barbuda uses East Caribbean Dollars. XCD1 is worth about 21 pence. For up-to-date exchange rates see: www.xe.com/ucc