--- title: "Antigua" description: "Independent hotel guides, travel articles, and travel videos for Antigua." canonical: "https://www.indietravelguides.com/en/destinations/antigua" locale: "en" --- # Antigua Primary place hint: Antigua ## Breadcrumbs [Caribbean](https://www.indietravelguides.com/en/destinations/caribbean) > [Antigua](https://www.indietravelguides.com/en/destinations/antigua) ## Hotel Guides - [Spectacular Hotel Views](https://spectacularhotelviews.com/en/rankings/antigua) (spectacularhotelviews.com) Spectacular Hotel Views is the defintive guide to the world's best hotel views. It has over 600 destination rankings with hotels ranked by view quality, uniqueness, and breadth of availability across the property, has a searchable database of 2,500+ hotels with exceptional views and also allows you to browse by view type. Their Antigua ranking provides a useful guide for finding hotels in Antigua with the best hotel views. ## Travel Guides And Blogs - [Along Dusty Roads](https://www.alongdustyroads.com/antigua) (alongdustyroads.com) Along Dusty Roads is an independent travel blog focused on selective, photography-led destination guides and travel writing. Their Antigua guide offers a polished overview of the island’s beaches, clear waters, culture, beauty, and history, making it a strong starting point for trip inspiration. - [Ciao Bambino](https://ciaobambino.com/blog_destinations/north-america/caribbean/antigua) (ciaobambino.com) Ciao Bambino is a family travel agency and travel site focused on custom family vacations and family trip planning. Their Antigua destination collection is especially helpful for family planning, bringing together expert posts and resources for a more tailored island trip. - [That Backpacker](https://thatbackpacker.com/antigua-beach-vacation/) (thatbackpacker.com) That Backpacker is Audrey Bergner’s travel site, covering practical destination guides, itineraries, food travel, and travel logistics. Her Antigua beach-vacation guide gives travelers a useful week-long view of the island, with ideas for things to do during a Caribbean stay. - [My Adventures Across The World](https://myadventuresacrosstheworld.com/antigua-holidays/) (myadventuresacrosstheworld.com) My Adventures Across The World is Claudia Tavani’s travel blog, focused on destination guides, hiking, food, and practical travel advice. Her Antigua article is a well-rounded activity guide, highlighting beaches, clear waters, and other holiday ideas that broaden the trip beyond the shoreline. - [Green Global Travel](https://greenglobaltravel.com/things-to-do-in-antigua-guatemala/) (greenglobaltravel.com) Green Global Travel is an ecotourism and sustainable travel site focused on conservation, culture, and responsible travel. Their Antigua, Guatemala guide is a practical pick for planning, pairing 15 things to do with transport information from Guatemala City and hotel tips. - [A Broken Backpack](https://abrokenbackpack.com/antigua-sim-cards/) (abrokenbackpack.com) A Broken Backpack is a practical long-term-travel and travel-resources blog covering destinations, eSIMs, remote work, and living abroad. Their Antigua SIM card guide is a helpful logistics resource, comparing in-person purchase, online options, and eSIM use for staying connected. - [Jessie on a Journey](https://jessieonajourney.com/hiking-in-antigua/) (jessieonajourney.com) Jessie on a Journey is Jessie Festa’s solo female, adventure, and NYC-focused travel site with practical planning resources. Her Antigua hiking guide adds useful route context for an active day out, combining trail details with views, beaches, and history. - [Adventurous Kate](https://www.adventurouskate.com/travel-antigua-barbuda/) (adventurouskate.com) Adventurous Kate is a solo female travel blog focused on destination inspiration, safety, confidence, and candid travel writing. Their Antigua and Barbuda overview is a good orientation piece for understanding what travelers can expect from a trip to the islands. - [The Blonde Abroad](https://www.theblondeabroad.com/where-to-find-the-best-food-in-antigua/) (theblondeabroad.com) The Blonde Abroad is a travel and lifestyle blog with coverage of destination inspiration, photography, packing, and travel planning. Their Antigua, Guatemala food guide gives the destination a flavorful angle, with helpful direction on where to eat and references to seafood and rum. - [A Luxury Travel Blog](https://www.aluxurytravelblog.com/2023/05/17/best-hotels-antigua-and-barbuda/) (aluxurytravelblog.com) A Luxury Travel Blog is a luxury-focused travel publication covering hotels, restaurants, cruises, villas, and high-end destination experiences. Their Antigua and Barbuda hotel article is a useful luxury-planning resource, focusing on five high-end stays with resort-style appeal. - [Tales of a Backpacker](https://talesofabackpacker.com/hiking-a-live-volcano-pacaya-antigua-guatemala/) (talesofabackpacker.com) Tales of a Backpacker is Claire Sturzaker’s solo female backpacking and budget-travel blog with practical independent travel advice. Her Pacaya volcano guide is a practical option for travelers based in Antigua, Guatemala, outlining one of the easier local volcano hikes. - [Dreams in Heels](https://dreamsinheels.com/top-things-to-do-in-antigua-beyond-the-beach/) (dreamsinheels.com) Dreams in Heels is a travel and lifestyle blog with coverage of Latina travel, culture, food, style, and lifestyle topics. Their Antigua article is a helpful short guide for looking beyond the beach, with five activity ideas tied to the island’s Caribbean setting. - [Flora The Explorer](https://floratheexplorer.com/caribbean/antigua-barbuda/) (floratheexplorer.com) Flora The Explorer is a personal travel and writing site with narrative coverage of travel, volunteering, grief, and mental health. Their Antigua and Barbuda destination page offers a focused place-based entry point for readers who value personal travel writing and narrative context. - [Girl About The Globe](https://www.girlabouttheglobe.com/adventures-in-antigua-barbuda/) (girlabouttheglobe.com) Girl about the Globe is a travel site for conscious solo female travellers, with destination resources for women travelling alone. Their Antigua and Barbuda article is a thoughtful fit for solo female travelers, presenting island adventures through a sociable, independence-friendly lens. - [Dan Flying Solo](https://www.danflyingsolo.com/all-inclusive-antigua-travel-guide/) (danflyingsolo.com) Dan Flying Solo is Daniel James Clarke’s travel blog and photography site, focused on stories, guides, and destination inspiration. His Antigua guide gives travelers a broader view beyond all-inclusive resorts, with useful coverage of beaches, hiking, watersports, and cultural tours. ## Travel Videos - [Samuel and Audrey - Travel and Food Videos](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dz5p-9m44RQ) (youtube.com) Samuel and Audrey is a travel channel from Canadian media publishers Samuel and Audrey, focused on travel guides, food tours, tips, and itineraries. This Antigua travel video gives a well-rounded island guide through Sailing Week, resort time, beaches, food experiences, St. John's, and island activities. - [Karl Watson: Travel Documentaries](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ujrILeyYeu8) (youtube.com) Karl Watson: Travel Documentaries is a travel channel featuring Karl Watson's long-form films from travel adventures around the world. This Antigua travel video offers a detailed week-in-the-Caribbean look at an all-inclusive resort stay, kayaking, snorkeling, biking in St. John's, and Shirley Heights. - [Hey Nadine](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2cj0807Y5dc) (youtube.com) Hey Nadine is a travel channel by Nadine Sykora, focused on destinations, practical travel advice, and travel hacks. This Antigua vlog follows a girls road trip with a fun, activity-focused mix of snorkeling, Reef Riders, Shirley Heights, St. John's, and other island stops. - [Gabriel Traveler](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7nVfapNRLKg) (youtube.com) Gabriel Traveler is a YouTube travel channel by Gabriel Morris, sharing regular travel videos with practical information and trip footage. This Antigua travel video documents a first day exploring Antigua and Barbuda, offering useful trip footage and a grounded look at the Caribbean island nation. - [Brian and Carrie](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AXj0muULs1A) (youtube.com) Brian and Carrie is a travel channel by Brian and Carrie, focused on affordable travel and life on the road. This Antigua travel video is especially helpful for cruise visitors, showing the walk from the ship into St. John's to explore shops, markets, and town areas.