Sailing Antigua

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INTRODUCING

Antigua

Set in the heart of the Caribbean, Antigua is the largest of the British Leeward Islands. The island is 14 miles long and 11 miles wide and is home to around 80,000 people, with over 22,000 people living in the capital, St John’s.

Granted independence from the UK in 1981, English is spoken everywhere, along with local dialects. The deep harbour at St John’s was home to the British fleet in the past and now welcomes large cruise ships. Ringed with coral reefs and 365 beaches – one for every day of the year – Antigua is a popular holiday destination, served by regular flights from major airlines. It is also home to the historic Nelson’s Dockyard, the only working Georgian dockyard in the world today and Admiral Horatio Nelson’s base for the British Navy in the 1780s. Antigua marks the start and finish line for the Oyster World Rally's fleet.

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Highlights

End the week in style with a visit to the iconic Shirley Heights on Sunday evening. A former military lookout with panoramic views, it is the perfect spot for sundowners, BBQ food and live music.
Go kitesurfing at Green Island – a protected bay offering flat water no matter the wind direction.
Enjoy a famous Antiguan Roti from Roti Sue.
Watch a cricket match at the Recreation Ground in St John's and on any of the many beaches around the island.
Raise a glass with the locals with a Wadadli beer or an English Harbour Rum.
Hike to the Pillars of Hercules from Galleon Beach – these impressive limestone cliffs have been weathered into beautiful formations by the sea, storms and time.

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Bluewater cruisers leaving Antigua for OWR start

Yachts sailing start of Oyster World Rally 2024 25

Fleet leaving Nelsons Dockyard OWR 24 25 Start

Rally team handing out Dolphins bag to 575 Aurora

Evening drone shot of Oyster Yachts at Nelsons Dockyard Antigua

OWR 24 25 Yachts At Dock International Flags

OWR 24 25 Technical Support Team Rig Check

OWR 24 25 Oyster Yachts At Nelsons Dockyard Antigua

OWR 24 25 Welcome Party at Boom Restaurant Antigua

OWR 2 25 Antigua Preparations Technical Support Team on board Oyster 595 Mastegot

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