Please feel free to make the holiday your own and join us for as much or as little as you’d like!
Saturday 24th May
WELCOME!
Most people will be arriving in the afternoon - there are around 30 of you on the same flight! We have no set plans for this day but we’re all staying in the same area so I’m hoping we’ll bump in to you!
Sunday 25th May
BOBBY TURNS 2!
We’ll be basing ourselves at Pigeon Bay for Bobby’s birthday, so get yourself down to the beach to kick off the celebrations with us! There's Bumpkins cocktail & lunch shack if you fancy, or feel free to bring a picnic and drinks from the shop in town (top tip: bring a cool bag).
That evening head up to Shirley Heights for the most incredible sunset, live music, local bbq and good times. We recommend getting there for 5pm to enjoy the sunset. It's a short taxi ride up the hill (taxi recommendations below).
Monday 26th May
No plans! Go and explore the island, hire a jeep, visit the stingrays, snorkel for turtles or just relax! We've shared some fun things below.
Tuesday 27th May
HEN DO / STAG DO!
The Best Man and Maid of Honour will be in touch with details… we know nothing! We'll all be joining forces at the end of the day - Mama Mia style!
Wednesday 28th May
No plans! Recover... green smoothies, naps by the pool and absolutely no booze.... yeh right!
Thursday 29th May
THE BIG DAY!
Please arrive at the venue by 2.00pm for the celebrations to begin. Dress code - Beach Wedding! Take that as you will, but look bloody good.
The Venue Catherine’s Café Pigeon Bay
Carriages at 11pm After Party at Pineapple House for those that fancy it - the Best Man has all the details.
Friday 30th May
THE AFTER-BURNER!
We've sorted canapés and music at Loose Cannon Beach Bar on Galleons Beach from 2pm-7pm. (Please let us know if you won’t be joining so we can confirm numbers).
It's a short taxi ride or those of you staying at Admirals Inn can be taken over by boat. Bring your swimmers!
Wedding gifts: Having you with us in Antigua is more than we could ever ask for.
Recommendations & Things to know
Big’s Car Rental & Taxi Service They are located in the centre of English Harbour. Big’s can help with airport transfers, taxi’s throughout the week and car hire for exploring the island. www.bigscarrental.com
Middle Ground Trail (The Goat’s Trail) Beautiful hiking trail over the hill between Nelson’s Dockyard and Pigeon Beach. Do this early before it gets too hot and wear hiking sandals or trainers. Details
Shirley Heights Look-Out Trail Loop One for the early risers! A beautiful trail up through the forest to Shirley Heights and back down the waterfront past the Mermaid Pools! The start point is the Jones Valley Trail just before you reach Galleon’s Beach, which will take you up through the gully to Shirley Heights. Walk back down to Galleon’s beach via the Lookout Trail. Details
Stingray City Get taken out by boat to visit the stingrays in the ocean. Look out for Samantha the stingray, she was our favourite! Located in the North East of the Island. www.stingraycityantigua.com
Prickly Pear Island A little restaurant on a tiny private island, with white sandy beaches and crystal clear ankle deep water. It’s a 5 minutes boat ride from Hodges Bay at the Northern tip of the Island. Make sure to book as they may not be open. www.pricklypearisland.com
Snorkel & Floats Any swimming equipment: beach towels, floats, snorkel & goggles etc - bring them with you as they’re super expensive over there.
Mosquito Bring mozzy spray, those little buggers get you in the evenings!
