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Barbuda Island is Antigua's Sister

Barbuda Island, the sister of Antigua Island is located at the far northeastern corner of the Caribbean. Most of its population of about 1,500 lives in the town of Codrington.

Barbuda is located in the Leeward Islands north of Antigua, Guadeloupe and Montserrat. It is located east of St Kitts, Nevis St Barth and St Martin/St Maarten.

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Barbuda has some of the Best Caribbean Beaches

Placid easterly trade winds endow the island with near perfect Caribbean weather year round; during the coolest months the average high is 81 degrees, the warmest months the average high is 86 degrees. Surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean on one side and the Caribbean on the other, Barbuda is renowned for its natural beauty, peaceful way of life, and a friendly population ready to please.

Important facts on Barbuda Island

• Official name – Antigua and Barbuda

• Area - 161 Sq. Km.• Language – English

• Population – 1,500• Capital and largest town – Codrington

Barbuda remains undeveloped and sometimes looks as deserted. The Caribbean beaches are left for those lucky visitors that come here to enjoy quiet and relaxation. The sands are pink and the waters are clear turquoise.

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The Frigate Birds that populate the Western Lagoon

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The frigate birds

The frigate birds have a preference of Barbuda’s northwest lagoon. This sanctuary is home to 170 species of birds and over 5,000 frigate birds.

In flight, frigates are truly magnificent, their five-foot wingspans propelling the fork-tailed birds to lofty heights.

While they can dive for fish, with pinpoint accuracy, these aerial pirates prefer to ambush other water birds in midair.

As the victim drops its catch in panic, the frigate swoops down to retrieve the meal before it hits water.

Their plundering habits have gained them the nickname: man-o'-war birds.

Getting there

Barbuda can be reached easily from Antigua by air on a 20 minutes flight that operates twice a day or by sea ferry in about three hours.

Activities

As the island is relaxed, all activities are related to relaxation, like bird watching, fisihing, swimming and plain sunbathing.

The beautiful coral reefs and shipwreck are an ideal setting for Caribbean Snorkeling and Scuba Diving Caribbean.

Looking for a relaxed laid back vacation, Barbuda Island is one of the Best Caribbean Vacation Spots.

Think of it for your honeymoon, wedding or family vacation.

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Coco Point Lodge located on one of the Best Caribbean Beaches

Recommended resorts in Barbuda Island

Coco Point Lodge Barbuda, West Indies

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There are a few special places that call you back time and time again. Coco Point Lodge is one of them. Secluded on its own 164-acre peninsula and surrounded by translucent turquoise water on three sides, Coco Point is limited to a maximum of 68 guests. A unique all-inclusive resort bordered by miles of pristine white-sand beach, Coco Point offers splendid meals, elegant accommodations, warmly hospitable service and total relaxation.

Lighthouse Bay Resort, Barbuda

Situated on the secluded and pristine beach front land of Low Bay, Barbuda, the elegant Lighthouse Bay offers the ultimate in private island living. It faces the Caribbean Sea looking west and has access to the main island 1.5 miles away via a shallow lagoon to the east.

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Barbuda Lighthouse bay Resort

Ideal Location for Romantic Caribbean Vacations

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