Why Living in Antigua and Barbuda Is Awesome
Antigua and Barbuda is one of the Caribbean countries offering a second passport through a Citizenship by Investment scheme. When deciding whether to choose Antigua and Barbuda as your country to apply for a second passport, consider the following facts:
1. A beach for each day of the year
It’s said that 365 beaches can be found in the country, one for each day of the year. True or not, Antigua and Barbuda is home to some of the most beautiful white and pink sand beaches in the Caribbean. Dickenson Bay is a long and lively beach, usually busy with people and packed with things to do, from sightseeing in a glass-bottom boat to banana boating and jet-skiing.
2. Exciting plant life, wildlife and sea life
The local plant life is most varied in the remoter areas and along hiking trails. The islands are home to more than a hundred species of birds, including the little egret, the brown pelican and several herons. Barbuda is home to one of the most important bird sanctuaries in the world, Codrington Lagoon National Park, which takes special care of the frigatebird.
3. It has a pleasant climate all year round
This is mainly because of the country’s low humidity, making it a superb destination to visit. Average rainfall is about 39 inches a year. The wettest months are between September and November, while the cooler season runs from December to February.
4. Adventures and outdoor activities
If you’re a water sports enthusiast, head to Antigua, which has 365 beaches and offers scuba diving, snorkeling, jet-skiing, fishing, sailing and even kayaking. For an adrenaline-filled day on land, you can go zip-lining or on a guided safari through the forest. Rainforest hiking is popular with locals and international travelers alike.
5. Cultural heritage of Antigua and Barbuda
Antigua and Barbuda is not only famous for its natural scenery; it also has several cultural heritage sites. St. John’s Cathedral is an Anglican church built in the 19th century, and it is one of the most visited sites in the capital, St. John’s. The Museum of Antigua and Barbuda is also not to be missed. Nelson’s Dockyard National Park is the perfect combination of man-made and natural landscape. It is the site of a former 18th-century British naval dockyard and several restored buildings, along with nature trails leading to lovely views over the ocean.
6. Lively nightlife and colorful celebrations
Antigua and Barbuda is well known for its lively nightlife and its many bars and clubs, which draw people in with great music and beachside settings. However, the biggest celebration of the year is Antigua Carnival, held every year to celebrate the abolition of slavery. Carnival runs from the end of July until the first Tuesday of August and is a 10-day festival of colorful costumes, food fairs, cultural shows, concerts, parades, beauty pageants, talent shows and, most of all, great music.
7. Lots of public holidays
Apart from the public holidays common in other countries, Antigua and Barbuda has some additional holidays when you can take a day off and simply relax. Independence Day is a huge celebration, with food fairs, dance events and arts and crafts exhibitions held for a whole month before the day itself. On Independence Day, a ceremonial parade is held in several parts of Antigua, in which locals and foreigners all take part.
8. No language barrier
The English settled in Antigua and Barbuda in 1632, and Antigua remained under British rule, apart from a brief French interlude, until it became independent in 1981. It is part of the Commonwealth of Nations, and Queen Elizabeth II was its first queen. Because of this long British rule, English is the official language, making it easy to communicate with everyone on the island.
9. A short flight away
Antigua and Barbuda is only a few hours’ flight from North America and is especially easy to reach from the eastern seaboard. Major airlines such as American Airlines, Delta and Air Canada fly to the island, and V. C. Bird International Airport has direct flights to North American cities such as Toronto, Miami and New York.
10. Homes close to the beach
Antigua offers a wide range of homes near its best beaches, from apartments to family villas in gated communities. If you want a property to count towards citizenship by investment, it must be in a government-approved development, cost at least USD 300,000 and be held for five years.
To know complete details about Antigua and Barbuda citizenship by investment, contact XIPHIAS Immigration. We prepare every application carefully to give it the best chance of approval.
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