Please note that berthing is limited in Antigua and it is strongly recommended that bookings are made as soon as possible.

See below information regarding local facilities: 

Antigua Yacht Club Marina
Telephone: +1268 460 1544
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https://aycmarinaresort.com/

Falmouth Harbour
Telephone: +1268 460 6054
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http://antigua-marina.com/

Catamaran Club
Telephone: +1268 460 1503/1505
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https://catamaranmarina.com/

Nelson’s Dockyard Marina
Telephone: +1 268 481 5033/5035
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https://www.nationalparksantigua.com/dockyard-marina/

Antigua Slipway Ltd.
Telephone: +2 268 460 1056
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https://www.antiguaslipway.com/

Sevenstar Yacht Transport offers full logistics and yacht transport services for yacht owners looking to discover new destinations around the world. With over 30 years of experience, it arranges the transport of around 2,000 yachts annually.

Located in Amsterdam, Sevenstar Yacht Transport is a leading provider of superyacht transportation services on a lift-on lift-off basis. It has an experienced team dedicated to providing high-quality services to clients, with worldwide offices and an in-house team of operations, engineers, and loadmasters. 

Yacht Transport Vessels

With over 120 company-owned vessels, Sevenstar has the resources and expertise to handle any yachting transport needs. Its ships are designed especially for yacht transport overseas, providing access to the world’s premier ports and cruising grounds. It offers the highest standard of equipment with custom-made cradles (Lloyds certified) and lashing systems to ensure safety during loading, transit, and unloading.

Personalised Yacht Transport Services

Sevenstar Yacht Transport assists yacht owners who are looking to discover new yachting destinations around the world. It offers a personal approach to ensure all clients choose the right solution for their requirements. The team is dedicated to ensuring a smooth and seamless transition, with a personal, single point of contact to assist owners at every step of the journey. The highly experienced loadmasters oversee safe operations and are qualified to handle all aspects of the yacht transport process.

Liners Services

Sevenstar Liner provides door-to-door solutions, using liner and charter ships or a mixture of both. The Sevenstar Liner team has well-established relationships with a large number of container lines and RO/RO operators. It also has a worldwide network of local suppliers, offices, and agents. 

Sevenstar Liners services include, but are not limited to:

• Full water-to-water service 
• Customs clearance 
• Handling of cargo
• Custom-made boat shipping cradles 
• Loadmaster attendance
• Marine cargo insurance 

Racing services

Sevenstar provides unique point-to-point transport solutions for racing teams. It offers teams the opportunity to sail at any regatta or grand Prix by organizing the transport of vessels and equipment.

On the majority of routes, it uses one of 120 company-owned vessels, providing Sevenstar with better control of both the schedule and the vessel's route. Its crew is well versed in looking after delicate racing yachts and ensuring masts, booms, sails, and spares make it to regattas in time and in perfect condition.

For yacht transport solutions, contact Sevenstar Yacht Transport today!

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Antigua Yacht Club was founded in 1967, in 1969 was granted a 25 year lease on two acres of land in Falmouth harbour and the first Clubhouse erected in 1970. Situated in the extremely well protected and scenic English Harbour the yacht club sits in an enviable location. The Committee and members have always done their best to promote the sport of sailing on Antigua, the Club runs a full programme of dinghy and yacht racing as well as extensive training and youth programmes.

Antigua yacht club and its members are proud to be involved in the organising of many prestigious events including Antigua Race Week, Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta and Antigua Mega Yacht Challenge, and now have teamed up with the Royal Ocean Racing Club to organise the RORC Caribbean 600.

English Harbour is located at the centre of Antigua's fifteen square miles of Nelson's Dockyard National Park. Developed as a base for the British Navy, the harbour served as the headquarters of the fleet of the Leeward Islands during the turbulent years of the late 18th century. Although the dockyard was greatly expanded at that time by Horatio Nelson, it was gradually abandoned in the nineteenth century and was closed in 1889. Today Nelson's Dockyard has been completely restored; it is now the only Georgian dockyard in the world and is the largest tourist attraction on Antigua.

Contact the Dockmasters, Marius and Sherwin at the following:

Nelsons Dockyard Marina
National Parks Authority
Tel: (268) 481-5035/5033
Fax:(268) 481-5029
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Hotels in Antigua

The list of hotels below is merely a snapshot of the accommodation available in Antigua. For further options please click here.

The Inn - English Harbour

The Inn at English Harbour provides elegant accommodation for those looking for peace and comfort and comes highly recommended from competitors who have stayed there in the past. This is a beautiful beachside hotel opposite Nelson's Dockyard is only a ten minute drive from the marina. The Inn at English Harbour is a strong supporter of the event.

Website: www.theinnantigua.com

Tel: +1 (268) 460 1014

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Antigua Yacht Club Resort

Across the road from the marina, the AYC Resort offers hotel rooms and suites overlooking the marina and Falmouth Harbour. Facilities include a health spa and fitness centre. They have previously stored luggage for competitors for the duration of the race and have always been very helpful and supportive of the event.

Website: http://www.aycmarina.com

Tel: +1 (268) 460 1544

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The Admirals Inn - Nelson Dockyard

The Admirals Inn combines the peace and quiet of a secluded location in Nelson's Dockyard, whilst being only a 10 minute walk from the marina and 1 minute from the moorings. The historic main building dates to 1788 and has been renovated to provide a comfortable and warm ambiance.

Website: www.admiralsantigua.com

Tel: +1 (268) 460 1027

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Paradise Properties Connection

Paradise Properties Connection Ltd has opened up its new office at Temo Sport, in the heart of English Harbour, the perfect location for the International Yachting community.
Paradise Properties Connection Ltd. has comprehensive Antigua real estate listings. Properties and villas for sale, land for sale and luxury villa rentals are available across the entire island of Antigua.

Website: www.paradisepropertiesconnection.com

Tel: +1 (268) 561 1563

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Kittyhawk Villa, English Harbour

The house is in a magical position within English Harbour - directly opposite Nelson's Dockyard and is a short, flat 2 minute walk to both English and Falmouth Harbours, has its own dock and sleeps up to 10 guests comfortably.  

Website: https://kittyhawkantigua.com/

Bluff House and The Garden House, English Harbour

Set within 2 acres of private gardens and boasting 270 degree views over Falmouth Harbour and beyond, Bluff House and The Garden House offer outstanding holiday accomodation for anything from 4 to 18 guests.

Website: https://bluffhouseantigua.com/

Admiralty House, Turtle Bay, English Harbour

This gorgeous waterfront villa, built in Caribbean colonial style, offers breathtaking and uninterrupted views across gentle waves to the island of Montserrat over the coral reef below. Sunsets are spectacular. The six double, ensuite, bedrooms make it ideal for crew and or large families. Falmouth and English Harbour are just 10 minutes drive away around the next bay. Sleeps up to 14.

Website: admiraltyhouseturtlebayantigua.com

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NB: In Antigua an 8.5% room tax is applied

Flights from UK

Virgin Atlantic

Virgin Atlantic operates up to three flights a week to Antigua.

The RORC is delighted to announce a new and exclusive partnership with Virgin Atlantic. Click on the Virgin Atlantic logo to view further details.

RORC members can take advantage of the Virgin Atlantic sports fares by contacting the dedicated sports team below:

Tel: +44 (0)8448 111519

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Website: www.virginatlantic.com

Please have your membership details ready to quote.

British Airways

BA operates daily flights to Antigua. See website for more information here.

Flights from US

Air Canada

Flights from Toronto and Montreal. See website for more information here.

American Airlines

Flights from Miami, New York, and Puerto Rico. See website for more information here.

United Airlines

Operates from New York. See website for more information here.

Delta

Flights from Atlanta and New York. See website for more information here

US Airways

Operates from Charlotte. See website for more information here.

Travel in and around Antigua

Inter-Island Flights

LIAT operate regular flights within the Caribbean and to South America. See their website for more information

Air St Kitts/Nevis offer a charter service to most neighbouring islands. Tel: +1 (268) 456 8571

Caribbean Airlines operate flights throughout the week between islands and to locations in North America and South America. See their website for more information.

Taxis

Moody Taxi

Tel: +1 (268) 726 6164

JB Taxi

Tel: +1 (268) 464 3467

John Taxi

Tel: +1 (268) 464 6112

M & N Water Taxi

Tel: +1 (268) 463 7782

NB: Taxi fares are fixed between the airport, harbour and many hotels and destinations. The fixed fares can be found at www.antigua-barbuda.org

Car Hire

Titi Car Hire Tel: +1 (268) 460 1023

Oakland Rent-a-Car Tel: +1 (268) 462 321

Tropical Rentals Website: www.tropicalrentalsantigua.com

NB: Costs range from US$40-50 a day and cars drive on the left in Antigua. Be aware that in addition to a valid driver's licence you must have a permit to drive in Antigua which costs roughly US$20 from a rental agency.

General Information

Clothing

Casual, light comfortable clothing is appropriate during the day as well as in the evening and the emphasis is on very casual clothing at all times.

Beachwear should not be worn in the streets or stores. You should also be aware that it is an offence for anyone, including children, to dress in camouflage clothing. Nude bathing is illegal.

Credit Cards and Currency

Major credit cards are accepted by most hotels, car rental companies, and shops. The Eastern Caribbean Dollar (EC$) is the local currency in Antigua and is tied in value to the US dollar. It is advisable to exchange currency at the bank, as the most favourable exchange rates may not be obtained elsewhere. Many establishments will accept payments in US Dollars with change being given in local currency. However please note that smaller establishments, especially in country areas, may only accept EC Dollars.

We suggest you take US$ and exchange them for local currency. 

ATM machines are widely available.

Electricity

Antigua runs on 220/110 volts. Please consult your accommodation for more details about plugs and sockets etc at your particular hotel or villa.

Medical Facilities

ABSAR

Antigua is very fortunate to have ABSAR rescue services based in Falmouth and Paramedic Jonathan Cornelius is on duty with his team throughout the whole period of the race. ABSAR will respond 24/7 by phone and VHF and Jonathan Cornelius is the first line of call in any medical emergency:

Tel: +1 (268) 720 3992

ABSAR VHF Channel 16 / 68

Doctors/Clinics/Hospital

Antigua has the best and most extensive healthcare system in the Caribbean. All hotels will offer necessary assistance and direct you to the nearest doctor, clinic or specialist. Pharmacies are very well stocked with all usual medications. There is a large and high-quality hospital in Bridgetown. We advise you to take sufficient supplies of any medication that you normally take and as always, make sure you have adequate medical insurance before you travel.

Water

The water supply in Antigua is now probably as good as European standards. It is available at all docks/marinas but individuals may wish to filter as well. In drought conditions in Antigua the main supply reverts to cistern storage water which needs filtering and/or treatment.

Food Suppliers

Local

The Covent Garden Supermarket, Dockyard Drive, English Harbour - open every day from 06:00 to 20:00

Crab Hole Liquors, Piccadily - open every day from 07:00 to 21:00 

In St Johns

Local market

Epicurian / Woods Centre.

Internet

Internet services are available at all of the hotels and at most bars and restaurants.

Crime and Security

There is a police station in Nelsons Dockyard / Falmouth. In Nelsons Dockyard and Antigua Yacht Club Marina there is 24 hr security and incidences of crime in these areas are extremely rare. However, like in any area in the world, visitors are advised to observe sensible safety precautions in any remote areas or late at night. Likewise, it would be sensible not to leave valuables unattended in rental cars or at the beach.

For British Nationals who would like further information please see the UK Goverment website here.

We have compiled the list below of marine services in and around Antigua: from who can offer you a mooring, to where to go should your fridge break, there is always help at hand in Antigua for your yacht related query.

Boatyards

Antigua Slipway Ltd.

Situated in Antigua Marina, there are a range of services from painting to structural repairs in GRP, steel, aluminium, carpentry and fabrication.

Tel: +1 (268) 460 1066
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Website: www.antiguaslipway.com

Bailey's Boatyard

Based in Falmouth, it has a 70 ton travel hoist, concrete steel holes, hurricane storage and cradles.

Tel: +1 (268) 460 1036
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Jolly Harbour Marina Boatyard

Based in Jolly Harbour, the boatyard offers facilities for yachts up to 70 tons including haulage and long term storage.

Tel: +1 (268) 462 6041/2
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Mooring and Berthing

Catamaran Marina

Located in Falmouth Harbour alongside Bailey's Boatyard, it caters for yachts up to 200ft LOA and max draft 15ft. It offers alongside and stern-to berths.

Tel: +1 (268) 460 1503
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Falmouth Harbour Marina

Built to cater for mega-yachts up to 330ft LOA and max draft of 20ft, it offers stern-to and alongside berthing. Marine facilities include a sail loft, dive shop, chandleries, marine engineering, electronics and rigging.

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Antigua Yacht Club Marina

Located in English Harbour among shops, boutiques and chandleries as well as the AYC Resort. Yachts up to 175ft LOA and max draft 25ft.

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Nelson's Dockyard Marina

A fully restored 18^th century working dockyard in English Harbour, complete with shops and nearby historical landmarks.

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Jolly Harbour Marina

Recently completed redevelopment with stern-to and alongside berths for yachts up to 70ft LOA and max draft 3m. There is additional mooring in the outer waterway.

Tel: +1 (268) 462 6041
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Marine Services

Offers full yacht services for all entrants and crews; storage facilities and provisioning.

Tel: +1 (268) 460 1530
Tel: +1 (305) 433 5533
Mob: +1 (268) 723 9550
Website: www.nicholson-charters.com
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Engine/Mechanical Repair

Greg Outboards - English Harbour. Tel: +1 (268) 723 2398

Seagull Yacht Service Centre - English Harbour. Tel: +1 (268) 460 1020

Cay Electronics - English Harbour. Tel: +1 (268) 460 1227

Tend Aloft Rigging - Tel: +1 (268) 460 1151

Marine Power Supplies - Falmouth Harbour. Tel: +1 (268) 460 1850

Watermaker Services - Falmouth Harbour. Tel: +1 (268) 460 1156

A1 Marine Maintenance - Jolly Harbour. Tel: +1 (268) 462 7755

Electrics and Electronics

Star Marine Electronics - Jolly Harbour. Tel: +1 (268) 464 3510

Marionics - Falmouth Harbour. Tel: +1 (268) 460 1780

Caribbean Solar - English Habrour. Tel: +1 (268) 460 7272

Rigs and Sails

A & A Rigging Services - English Harbour. Tel: +1 (268) 562 5616

A & F Sails - Nelson's Dockyard. Tel: +1 (268) 460 1522

Antigua Rigging - English Harbour. Tel: +1 (268) 562 1294

North Sails Antigua Ltd - English Harbour. Tel: +1 (268) 562 5725

Antigua Rigging Service - Falmouth Harbour. Tel: +1 (268) 464 2388

Budget Marine - Jolly Harbour. Tel: +1 (268) 462 8753

Yachting Caribbean - Jolly Harbour. Tel: +1 (268) 464 3510

Nicholsons Caribbean Yacht Services - English Harbour. Tel: +1 (268) 460 1093

Metalwork

Total Fabrication - Falmouth Harbour. Tel: +1 (268) 464 1700

Hull and GRP Repair

Harris Boat Works - Jolly Harbour. Tel: +1 (268) 462 5333

Sandy's Fiberglass Shop - Jolly Harbour. Tel: +1 (268) 410 0156

Chippy Fine Yacht Woodwork - Falmouth Harbour. Tel: +1 (268) 460 1832

J.T.s Yacht Finishes - Falmouth Harbour. Tel: +1 (268) 460 3329

Phoenix Custom Carpentry - Falmouth Harbour. Tel: +1 (268) 464 3794

Woodstock Boatbuilders Ltd - Falmouth Harbour. Tel: +1 (268) 463 6359

Liferafts and Inflatables

Budget Marine - Jolly Harbour. See entry above

Marine Power Supplies - Falmouth Harbour. See entry above

Seagull Inflatables - Falmouth Harbour. Tel: +1 (268) 460 1020

Refrigeration

Absolute Refrigeration - Falmouth Harbour.Tel: +1 (268) 460 7670

Marine Septic Service

The Royal Flush - Roscoe Bloomfield  Tel: +1 (268) 726 2144

Whilst the Caribbean enjoys a reputation for sunshine, warm temperatures and regular trade winds it is nevertheless a tropical climate and as such has its fair share of squalls and showers. The following selection of weather forecast websites and VHF channels are specific to the Caribbean and come highly recommended to help you and your boat prepare for all conditions.

Websites

www.caribwx.com/

www.windy.com

www.passageweather.com/

www.stormcarib.com/

www.crownweather.com/

www.tibleu.com/html/index2.htm

magicseaweed.com/

VHF Broadcasts

Crossag give regular weather broadcasts in French on VHF Ch 16 from St Martin and Martinique.

English Harbour Radio broadcasts weather and other information a 09.00 hrs on VHF Ch 6 everyday.