Archive for December, 2009

Elaine’s Culture Center on Fig Tree Drive

December 27, 2009

Elaine's

I love taking a leisurely ride thru Fig Tree Drive whenever on island. I start by  cruising the coastal road heading past a myriad of sparkling white sandy beaches.   There are a couple places to stop along the way for libations including Dennis’s, OJ’s and Turner Beach. Heading past Carlisle Bay, my fav island resort you  depart the village of Old Road and  head into Fig Tree Drive.  This scenic road has a lot of twists and turns but it’s a safe and enjoyable ride.  It’s name after the many banana/fig plants along the road. Take photos but do not attempt to take any fruit as the plants are privately owned. There are few great activities along the way.  Stop at a roadside stand during Mango season for a lovely treat. Locals often have corn grilling in coal pots as well. Zipline Canopy Tours is on Fig Tree Drive. It’s supposedly an adrenaline rush and a pretty darn good zipline course. I have yet to try it but clients loved it. Next you can stop at Wallings Resevoir and do a hike if you are so inclined. Sean Beazer from www.scenictoursantigua.com can also organize a guided hike.   Next to the Wallings entrance is Elaine’s Cultural Center. Elaine, a lovely Antiguan woman makes her own jams,  hot sauces and jellies and sells them at her roadside stand. She also sells fresh fruit. I really enjoy her pineapple jam. If she has some in stock do not pass up a jar or two. The jam is made with fresh local Antigua Black Pineapple.   Enjoy Elaine’s culinary treats while surrounded by the beauty of Fig Tree Drive.

Photo of the Day – Antigua Bliss

December 16, 2009

Admiral's Inn

We first found Admiral’s Inn during my Mom and my first trip to Antigua in 1988. We were exploring Nelson’s Dockyard and stopped for lunch. We had tasty red snapper, pumpkin soup and rum punch dusted with nutmeg. The views were amazing..ghosts from the naval past were lurking about…the breeze was light and the setting was magical. We go back time and time again for Race Week or to bring friends..this time it was my lovely Antiguan daughter and I exploring..

When you are in Dockyard do stop at Admiral’s Inn for a pint or a punch and travel back in time…


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