Carlisle Bay

With a ravishing beach in a secluded bay, a backdrop of hills and rainforest, two outstanding restaurants, an exceptional spa and philosophy founded on generous service, Carlisle Bay is simply stunning. The resort features spacious suites from the couples only Ocean Suites to the family friendly Beach and Carlisle Suites- all with cool, calm, contemporary interiors, terrace or balcony and breathtaking ocean views.

Carlisle Bay is home to two of Antiguas most outstanding restaurants with simply fabulous food. Indigo on the Beach is an al fresco affair where you can enjoy your breakfast in the morning sunshine or your dinner under the stars. Here your will be served delicious grills, barbecues, seafood and great health options. East offers exciting Pan-Asian food in a stunning contemporary setting with one side overlooking a spectacular torch lit water feature. There are also 3 great bars, all of which you can enjoy in comfort as there are no dress up dress codes here!

For the younger generation there is the new Cool Kids with a great range of activities in this purpose-built facility just to keep them happy and as relaxed as you will be.

The hotel offers 82 luxuriously appointed suites with cool calm interiors and fantastic ocean views from your own private terrace or balcony. Accommodation ranges from refined Ocean Suites that are ideal for couples to the larger three-bedroom Carlisle Suites and family-friendly Beach Suites. They love children of all ages here; in fact, theyre treated like royalty with mini-bathrobe and gift on arrival and toy boxes on the beach. The rooms have been interior designed by Mary Fox Linton and combine stylish minimalism with comfort " nothing has been forgotten here, right down to the Gaggia coffee machines provided in each room.

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30 minutes by road from Antigua Airport

Antigua is well stocked with fabulous fresh fish and seafood, which is brought ashore daily. Try the local Dolphin, and don't be worried, this is a fish and not a porpoise so flipper is safe! The Cove Restaurant is a great place to eat, and not just for fish and seafood. It's menu is full of innovative dishes all served in a romantic atmosphere.

Antigua is the sailing capital of the Caribbean and home to one of the worlds top regattas, the annual Antigua Sailing Week, which attracts thousands for five challenging days of races. Celebrating its 45th year in 2012, there is no better place to be on the ocean waves.

Although this is a fantastic place for rest and relaxation, if you do feel in need of something a little more exhilarating, why not try zipping through the rainforest on high wires 350 feet above the tree tops. Different definitely, but what a great way to see the local flora and fauna.