The larger of the two islands that make up the country of Antigua and Barbuda, Antigua is renowned the world over for its white-sand beaches and crystal-clear waters—it didn't get the moniker "the Land of 365 Beaches" for nothing, after all. Truly, you could spend your entire trip beach hopping from one sandy shoreline to the next, from the world-famous Half Moon Bay to the lesser-known—but equally stunning—Carlisle Bay Beach, where a lush rainforest abuts the coast. If you want to get out in the water, swim with the stingrays at the aptly named Stingray City, or snorkel around the Pillar of Hercules, with its limestone geological formations attracting an array of aquatic life, including turtles, moray eels, and barracuda. In English Harbour, round out your trip by touring the historic fort of Nelson's Dockyard and sipping martinis at Skullduggery Cafe, one of the island's top restaurants. Want to splurge? Consider booking a stay at one of these top-recommended all-inclusive resorts.
Your Packing List
If you're planning to take advantage of Antigua's unparalleled snorkeling or diving, you'll want to pack a good reef-safe sunscreen. Purlisse's formula prevents coral reef bleaching, as it contains no oxybenzone or octinoxate. It can be used every day as a moisturizer, and we love that it doesn't leave a white tint. With a grease-free finish, it works great under makeup, too.
A rash guard will help offer additional protection against harmful UV rays, as well as prevent uncomfortable chafing under wetsuits or sandy sports equipment. This long sleeve rash guard has it in spades with a 50+ rating that will keep your back and arms protected all day. And, if you forget your reef-safe sunscreen, it has a hood that can be pulled up to protect the back of your neck and ears. Women's version available here.
Havaianas' Slim Flip-Flops are the flip-flops you will be so glad you packed. Not only do they take up very little space, but they come in a wide range of colors and with a small price tag. The cushioned insoles on these flip-flops add extreme comfort, and the soles offer serious tread, whether you're crushing sand or sidewalk.
Drivers with nerves of steel will find the Duge Bridge, which separates the Guizhou and Yunnan provinces in China, to be a unique experience. The bridge, which opened in 2016, is the highest in the world, standing 1,850 feet above the Beipan River below. In other words, if you're afraid of heights or get vertigo quickly, you may want to let someone else take the wheel. The bridge stretches for 4,400 feet across the open valley, making it a relatively long span as well.
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