Antigua and Barbuda has started 2026 with record-breaking tourism numbers, officials announced this week. For example, cruise arrivals hit 197,206 in January, surpassing 173,266 in 2025 and 48,750 in 2022. Air arrivals also reached a new milestone, climbing to 36,052 visitors, up from 34,365 last year. This shows steady growth in stay-over tourism. Meanwhile, the […]
Antigua Sailing Week is expanding its shoreside experience with a new beach event. The event is called Heineken Riddim & Tides. Organizers say the move responds to growing public interest. Many people want to enjoy the regatta both on and off the water. Therefore, the new event will take place on April 25, 2026. It […]
Antigua and Barbuda has named a 14-member swim team for the CARIFTA Aquatics Championships. The event will take place in Fort de France, Martinique, from April 3 to 8. The Antigua and Barbuda Swimming Federation announced the squad. The team includes many of the country’s top young swimmers. Notably, former Junior Sportswoman of the Year […]
Antigua and Barbuda is considering a ticketing system for public smoking violations. This move aims to reduce court cases and create consistent law enforcement. Director General for Communications Maurice Merchant said Cabinet is reviewing how the law is applied. The review follows concerns about inconsistent interpretation and enforcement. “For public smoking, there are varying interpretations,” […]
Antigua and Barbuda is moving to relax strict dress code rules in public offices. This decision follows reports that some people were turned away while seeking services. Director General for Communications Maurice Merchant said Cabinet reviewed these concerns. He noted that current rules may be too rigid. As a result, some individuals could not complete […]
Antigua and Barbuda has appointed Jamaican dancehall artist Masicka as a cultural ambassador. This move supports youth development and expands the creative industries. Director of Communications Maurice Merchant announced the decision during Thursday’s post-Cabinet briefing. He explained that Foreign Affairs Minister E.P. Chet Greene brought the proposal forward. According to Merchant, the initiative aims to […]
Antigua and Barbuda joined CARICOM in observing the International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery. On this day, the CARICOM Reparations Commission honours the 15 million African men, women, and children who suffered chattel enslavement for over three centuries. Furthermore, the Commission remembers the horrors of the Middle Passage, the brutality of slavery, […]
Antigua & Barbuda will host the second edition of the Direct Booking Summit (DBS) Caribbean. Meanwhile, the event will take place on May 15, 2026, at Sandals Grande Antigua Resort. It will follow the 2026 Caribbean Travel Marketplace. The summit aims to help Caribbean hoteliers tackle rising distribution costs and increasing competition for direct bookings. […]
Antigua and Barbuda Dental Association (ABDA) hosted a lively parade on March 20, 2026. The event celebrated World Oral Health Day. Firstly, the parade followed the theme “A Happy Mouth is a Happy Life.” Consequently, the streets were full of color, music, and smiling faces. Moreover, children, healthcare workers, educators, and community members joined the […]
Antigua and Barbuda secured third place at a major regional robotics event. The result marks a proud moment for the nation. The team competed in the inaugural OECS Super Regional Robotics Challenge 2026. The event took place at the St. Kitts Marriott Resort. It gathered top young innovators from across the Caribbean. Micah Matthew and […]
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