Holidays in Antigua - What to Eat and Drink

Antigua is one of the islands that make up Antigua and Barbuda. It is a tropical paradise with attractive beaches, long shoreline, and a dramatic physical countryside.

When in Antigua, you might want to take in more than just the sun to actually be able to enjoy the islands culture and all that it has to offer. Besides its physical beauty and white sandy beaches, the island has lots to offer like its sport, culture, tourist attractions, and food.

Cricket is the sport on the island. You can watch a match by going over to the Recreation Ground in St. John's or catch one when it happens on the beach. If you are the gaming sort, do not hesitate to ask to join in and enjoy the fun from by getting involved yourself. From the end of July to the start of August there is festival which is held in the Recreation Ground and is well worth being visited. You should not forget to visit Nelson's Dockyard which is an old English dockyard from colonial times.

You could also get yourself registered for scuba diving lessons while in Antigua as it is far cheaper than any other place. Hiring a boat or dinghy is also not at all difficult if you have an interest in sailing around the island. On Sunday nights, the party is held at Shirley Heights Lookout, a historical British Fort next to Falmouth with Antiguan music playing. Here, you are also to have a beautiful view of the sunset if you reach your destination before 4 pm. The food is normally served around seven, but there is a charge for admission, so make sure that you have your wallet with you.

When you are in Antigua, eat like the Antiguan's. Seafood is the best thing to go for when you are on the island. Indisputably accepted, there is a countless variety of seafood available here and you will fun trying it. In addition you should try the large number of tropical fruits that are available on the island. The national dish, called Fungi (Foun-gee) and Saltfish are mouth watering. You can also get all further main cuisines including American, British, and Italian etc on the island.

There are a big number of local drinks that taste well with your meals. Because of the wide variety of fruits, you are able to get lot of fruit juices like Pineapple, Guava, Mauby, Seamoss, Passon fruit, and Hibiscus. Mouth-watering cocktails are also easily available here. You are also able to find local liquor like Wadadli, English Harbour Run, or regional beer like Carib beer. International brands are also available including Smirnoff and Heineken. The most demanded drink on the island is rum, generally served in a punch that has quite a kick.

So, while in Antigua make sure you do more than the usual beach bum thing, and head over to the town to get a good meal and a few drinks that will help remind you that the island has more on offer than just beaches and clear waters.