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Villa Of the Month – Gordon House

November 8, 2010

Gordon House Views

Each month I will feature a property for your pleasure. My first Villa of the Month is Gordon House.  It is situated at Dian Bay around the corner from famous Long Bay. I have represented this casual West Indian style home for over 22 years. The villa affords a 180 degree water view.  The villa is 3600 sq feet for comfort and has all the modern amenties needed yet is casual in feel.  The 4 bedroom villa offers casual comfort for a family or pure romance for a couple. There is a seaside patio for au natural sunning or swimming. 10 minutes over the Hill is Long Bay Beach. Long Bay Hotel is the perfect spot for a romantic dinner or lovely lunch. I have enjoyed lovely meals in this traditional West Indian Hotel.

Annemarie Williams is the manager and will meet your flight and whisk you away to the villa. Marilyn the cook and housekeeper will prepare your breakfasts and lunches. Ask her to prepare our local favorite breakfast, saltfish and bread with Choba and plantains. She is a delight and will take care of all your needs.  Let us know ahead of your visit what we may provision or if you require childcare. Your villa comes with a free online Concierge.
Nearby enjoy Seatons and Stingray City. Swim with the rays in this unique setting. You may enjoy some photographic opportunities at Devil’s Bridge. Harmony Hall is the perfect spot to enjoy lunch and shop for local and Caribbean art. My own home has many prints from this lovely gallery.

Gordon House is the perfect escape for those needing to unwind or in search of the perfect getaway.

Devil's Bridge

Welcome soon. Call Caribbean Wind & Sun at 800 219-0118 or email ann@antiguacaribbean.com. More photos may be seen at www.antiguacaribbean.com

West Indian Style Charm

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Beach Bliss – 365 choices

March 10, 2010

Number 280 of 365 Beaches

Who counted the 365 beaches? I would have loved to have spearheaded that effort and documented such information. Can you imagine? The first beach I saw in Antigua was Jabberwock Jan. 8, 1987 when I was heading from the airport to Dickenson Bay. The color of the sea was like wow. You must know I am from Massachusetts so the waters of Cape Cod and Nantucket are nothing like the Caribbean. The hues of blue, phew. As the week progressed Mom and I saw about 10 of the 365 beaches on Antigua. Each time I return I try to find a new secret spot….I am still counting…what’s your beach bliss? To book your beach bliss click on www.antiguacaribbean.com to see some of my special listings or email me at ann@antiguacaribbean.com

bathing beauties at beach 211 of 365

My favorite beaches in Antigua:

Half Moon Bay for surf

Galley Bay for shelling on the far north secret cove

Darkwood to ” bust a lime”

Dickenson Bay to power walk and people watch

Jabberwock to windsurf or watch the kite boys

Number 145 of 365

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Blue Waters Hotel

March 3, 2010

23 years ago I was living on Antigua in Cedar Grove. Each Sunday I would walk about 3 miles to Blue Waters. It was my exercise and my bliss. There was a little beach to the right of the grass jetty where I would sit for hours and read. I knew the manager and his wife and often had brunch poolside. A few years later I was married at the former gazebo that faced what we called Sheffler’s Beach. It was a magical spot. We had a small reception at the bar to celebrate. Through the years I went back many times once after a hurricane when the hotel was derelict. My daughter and I were guests there twice. We loved the property very much. Over the years I have recommend and referred many guests to Blue Waters. To me it is the quintessential Caribbean property. Two weeks back Marguerite my Antiguan daughter visited the property. Enjoy her photo essay. To book your vacation escape to Blue Waters email me at ann@antiguacaribbean.com.

Blue Waters Hotel

Photos Courtesy of Marguerite Wynter of Caribbean Wind & Sun Vacations

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Friday Photo of the Day

February 5, 2010

Galley Bay

I often read questions and comments about the beach at Galley Bay. I have been visiting this beach for over 23 years. I worked for a time for Elite Island Resorts as the Galley Bay Specialist online and have stayed at Galley Bay. It’s a great setting and the beach is divine. Sometimes when Mother Nature is in the mood, the sea can be rough and there can be some wave action. Here is a typical day at Galley Bay. Enjoy.

Caribbean Wind & Sun is booking vacations to Galley Bay. Call 800-219-0118.

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Bonefishing On Antigua

January 29, 2010

First off, I have never bonefished. I often gaze at the men standing in the flast of Bonaire and think, “wow, they gotta be the most chill folks I have seen”…they stand quietly and patiently waiting for that oh so elusive fish. It’s a tranquil scene. I have had a few clients over the years who are in pursuit for this fish. They will travel far and spend a pretty penny for a chance to bonefish. I just had the good fortune of meeting Phil Harley, an Antiguan fisherman who organizes bone fishing tours on island. His catch and release policy is honorable and his desire is to take his clients to the flats in Antigua to sample what may be one of coolest islands to Bonefish. Phil takes his anglers over to Shell Beach and the North Sound. He uses top of the line Sage and Shimano tackle. Half day trips are recommend and are 375.00  for 1-2 adults . He keeps his groups small and intimate. Phil is the consummate professional plus he is fun and easy going guy. Phil’s guests are in search for Tarpon, Jacks, Barracudas, Permits and of course Bonefish.

Phill

From bottom fishing with live bait to spinning among the mangroves or fly-casting the flats. Phil’s 19 foot centre console pro-fishing boat will reach most of the best fishing, or you can walk the flats where necessary.

Phil

To contact Phil check his website http://www.philsecofishing.com/. For accommodations click on http://www.antiguacaribbean.com or call 800-219-0118. I will head out with Phil soon and will later share my first experience at this “chill” sport..

Photos Courtesy of Phil Harley

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Diving Antigua

January 8, 2010

Pictures speak louder than words..photos courtesy of my excellent travel client, Eric Kaye. Enjoy…

Fish Bliss by Eric Kaye

Reef Bliss by Eric Kaye

Eric dove  Cades Reef with Jolly Divers and John Burk. To plan your dive trip to Antigua call the Antigua specialists at Caribbean Wind & Sun Vacations 800-219-0118 or 508 737 5245.

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Villa Ordinance – Villa of the Month

May 28, 2009


Outdoor Delight


Outdoor Shower


Villa Ordinance

Nestled in Ordinance Cove directly facing Historic Nelson’s Dockyard, Villa Ordinance is the ideal Caribbean villa retreat. A beautiful one level villa, Villa Ordinance is surrounded by tropical gardens, with an undisturbed ocean view.

Villa Ordinance is fully air-conditioned and features four bedrooms and three bathrooms, living and dining room, kitchen with microwave and a dishwasher, utility room, garage, generator, cable TV, telephones and outdoor dining and barbeque facilities. It also has a 30′ X 12′ swimming pool and large gallery. This is perfect for families as the pool decking is a gallery area can be made secure so that you can leave the children to play in the knowledge that they will not The pool are can be securedwander out of the villa grounds. The master bedroom has a bathtub and an outside shower to complete the back to nature experience of your holiday.

Only 5 minutes walk to Dockyard Drive, this villa is perfect for large groups of friends who want the peace and seclusion of a private villa with the option of walking to 26 bars and restaurants minutes walk from the door.

The pool deck has shade
Bedrooms are beautifully furnished

There is also a private dock with a complimentary dinghy (not available during the annual Race Week) that transports guests to many of the sandy beaches that are within 5 minutes away from the property. The location of this villa makes it the perfect home for sailing crews while in Antigua with access to all five marinas within the National Park within a minute drive.

Villa Ordinance sleeps up to 8 people but special rates can be offered for fewer people. Please let us know how many people you wish to stay in the villa in order to get your quote. Email Caribbean Wind & Sun at ann@antiguacaribbean.com

Tropical colors are used throughout the units

The bedrooms are comfortable

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Getting Married In Antigua

January 25, 2009

I have witnessed many lovely weddings on our beautiful island. The romantic settings our island offers are staggering. I think Shirley Heights is perhaps one of the prettiest hillside wedding sites. The views of English Harbour are amazing. Imagine your romantic wedding with stunning views and a delightful steel band playing Caribbean music?  Galley Bay Hotel has a beach side gazebo to hold your nuptials. I have arranged several honeymoon trips. Galley Bay has amazing rooms, a dedicated professional  staff and a perfect setting. I have two room categories I highly recommend. Several restaurants offer the perfect reception. Perhaps my favorite would be Admiral’s Inn, located in Nelson’s Dockyard. It’s quaint, historic and charming. I was married at Blue Waters Hotel. This spot is ultra romantic and very private. Contact me for your wedding and honeymoon details and see  Caribbean Wind & Sun Vacations at  ann@antiguacaribbean.com  for more information.

Getting Married on Antigua

For our overseas couples, our wedding planner will accompany you to St. John’s to the Ministry of Legal Affairs where couples will be required to pay:

Special marriage license: US $150.00

Registration fee:                 $ 40.00

Marriage Officer fee:           $ 50.00

Please note that you will need to be in possession of the following original documents, or certified originals, which should be in the individual’s legal name:

  • Valid passport (as proof of citizenship)
  • Divorce decree (if either party is divorced)
  • Original marriage and death certificates (if either party is widowed)
Get married on Bonaire
Image courtesy of Karay Media Productions

If either party is known by another name than the legal name they must provide an affidavit.

Also, both parties must be over 15 years of age. If either is under the age of 18, then written authorization to wed from the parents or guardians is required.

To make the marriage both legal and binding, two witnesses to the marriage are required.

We can recommend Vanessa Hall Photography for your big event. Vanessa specializes in Trash the Dress.  She is both creative and fun to work with as a professional.

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