Caribbean

Antigua & Barbuda

The destination guide

These tropical sister islands are best known for their friendly and welcoming people, pink- and white-sand beaches, crystal clear waters, and a picture-perfect climate… an alluring setting that draws discriminating couples to its serene shores.

Welcome to your tropical paradise.

The tropical islands of Antigua and Barbuda are located in the heart of the Caribbean about a thousand miles to the east of Jamaica and half that distance from Trinidad on the coast of South America.

Antigua’s shoreline is washed almost exclusively by the Caribbean Sea and is hugged by 95 miles of superb coastline. Her sister, Barbuda, is surrounded by protective reefs and features a large lagoon and Frigate Bird sanctuary. Reef-fringed Barbuda may be one of the best-kept ecological secrets in the West Indies.

Set against our scenic backdrops or on picturesque beaches, the destination offers a selection of accommodations, from world-class resorts and boutique spa hotels to private luxury villas, historic inns, and intimate guest houses, as well as modern apartments for that romantic getaway. Our award-winning hotels leave visitors spoilt for choice with excellent services, a range of amenities, and the absolute best in fine dining.

Visitors to Antigua will find a varied and interesting choice of dining spots on the island from first-class, gourmet restaurants as fine as you would expect to find anywhere in the world, to enticing waterfront cafés, beach bars, and fast-food outlets. Barbuda is famous for impeccably fresh seafood, and an opportunity to dine in local homes and village shops, in keeping with the island’s natural surroundings.

Best Time to Visit

The best time to visit Antigua is between mid-December and mid-April when it's peak season, making it the perfect destination to escape wintery conditions in the US or Europe. A good alternative option is to go in May or June.

Getting Married in Antigua & Barbuda

With some of the world’s most intimate and secluded locations, romance is almost inevitable here, so imagine what a perfect setting it makes for a destination wedding. With guaranteed sunshine and stunning backdrops for the Big Day, there is no better place to say “I do” than in Antigua and Barbuda. The destination was voted Caribbean’s Most Romantic Destination four times in a row by the World Travel Awards!

Antigua and Barbuda provides the ultimate setting for dream weddings and honeymoons with all the facilities and an array of wedding planners to make your special day as stress-free as possible.

There are no waiting period or residency requirements for a wedding license to be issued, so getting married here is a breeze. At the Ministry of Legal Affairs, an interview will be conducted with the Marriage Coordinator. After the successful completion of this interview, the license will be issued. Once you have possession of this license, you must visit the Registrar General’s office to find out more.

Original legal documents required:

A valid passport
A birth certificate (if changing name)
Proof of marital status i.e. original or notarised copy of Decree Absolute is required if one or both of the parties is divorced.
In the case of a widow/widower, the death certificate of the deceased spouse is required
If either party has changed their name by deed poll or adoption, then proof is required.
If either party is under the age of 18 then the consent of one or both parents/guardians is required in the form of an affidavit stamped by the notary public, and birth certificate.
For church weddings, most ministers require proof of membership.
The marriage must be solemnised by the Certified Marriage Officer.