Saint John's
- 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.
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Get in [edit]
By plane [edit]
VC Bird International Airport is situated a few kilometers away, and has regular flights to UK, U.S. and other Caribbean islands.
By cruise ship [edit]
Many tourists arrive by Cruise ship to spend the day. Most ships dock at large piers that empty into downtown through an open-air shopping mall.
Get around [edit]
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.)
Bike Plus (Independence Dr, St John’s, Tel: 462-2453, www.bikeplusantigua.com) rents out a range of bikes from US$ 17.50 per day (Year 2010).
See [edit]
- 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!
Do [edit]
- 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!
Buy [edit]
See this topic under "Antigua".
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- 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.
Eat and drink [edit]
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.
Sleep [edit]
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.
