With at least another month of gloomy winter weather ahead of us, there’s still time for East Coasters to embrace island life as a “snowbird” in one of the Caribbean’s best kept secrets: Antigua.
With nonstop routes from major U.S. travel hubs – New York (JFK), New Jersey (EWR), Atlanta (ATL), Miami (MIA), and Charlotte (CLT) – access to beachfront paradise has never been easier for U.S. travelers, who now anchor Antigua’s burgeoning tourism sector following a steady rise of boutique luxury hotel openings across the island.
As this hidden gem quietly emerges from obscurity, discerning travelers in pursuit of a secluded oasis will find their sanctuary at the island’s most coveted retreat: Hermitage Bay.
Following a comprehensive renovation in late 2024, highlights of this re-imagined property include:
- 30 Refreshed Guest Villa Suites: Cascading from the cliffside to the beach, each suite offers ocean views and private plunge pools.
- *NEW Pop-Up Restaurant Concept: After a successful winter launch, Hermitage Bay’s elegant pop-up restaurant with the buzzy Mediterranean-inspired La Petite Maison will continue its residency through the 2026 season.
- Refreshed Oceanfront Spa: Overlooking the ocean, the refreshed treatment rooms invite guests to indulge in new therapies and rituals inspired by the island’s botanicals.
- Convivial Beach Club & Tree Bar: Enjoy beachfront dining in a laid-back atmosphere, complemented by a lineup of local entertainers, or indulge in daily fresh omakase counters prepared by a Nobu-trained chef.
- Unique Guest Experiences: Discover the beauty and culture of Antigua through cooking classes, guided farm tours, hikes, boat trips aboard the resort’s vintage schooner to hidden island coves, helicopter journeys to nearby Nobu Barbuda, and so much more.
