V. C. Bird International Airport (ANU)

V. C. Bird International Airport is a former US military base located 8 km northeast of St John's. There are a few companies that offer airport transfers, but you can always take a taxi or rent a car depending on your budget.

• Web:

  www.vcbia.com

• Address:

  Pavilion Drive, Osbourn

• Phone:

  +1 268 484 2300

Public Transport

St John's has a transport system of privately owned buses that run from 5:30 am to 6 pm daily. All buses start from either the East Bus Station, near the Antigua Recreation Grounds or the West Bus Station by Market Place. You can get around most of the island on these buses. However, there are some areas where the bus service is inconsistent. If you wish to go from Antigua to Barbuda, the other island in the country, the best way to do so is taking a high-speed ferry that takes about 90 minutes one way. Currently there are two ferry companies: The Barbuda Express and The Island Escape.

Taxi

Finding taxis in Antigua could not be any easier. They run 24/7 throughout the island and can be easily stopped in the street. They are also easy to find outside the biggest hotels in Antigua as well as in harbours, airports and famous beach spots. There are several trusted taxi companies on the island that your hotel can call for you at any time. C.C Tours And Taxi Services has a good reputation.

• Phone:

  +1 268 720 3443

Antigua Cruise Port

The cruise port of St John's is right in the middle of the city. Cruise ships usually dock in St John’s harbour, specifically in Heritage Quay and Redcliffe Quay. The port has currently 3 piers. Expect a lot of activity as 5 cruise ships can dock at the same time on busy days. You will need your boarding pass to access the piers.

• Web:

  www.antiguacruiseport.com/about-us

• Address:

  Thames Street, St John's

• Phone:

  +1 268 736 0775

• More info:

  The bay in front of St John's is known as the Deepwater Harbour

Electricity

The standard voltage in Antigua and Barbuda is 230 V and the frequency is 60 Hz. You can use your electric appliances if the voltage in your country is 220-240 V as is in the UK, Europe and Australia. Antigua and Barbuda uses two types of plugs. Type A with two flat parallel pins, and type B with two flat parallel pins and a round grounding pin.

Internet

You'll be able to find decent connection speeds in Antigua and Barbuda. Most cafes and restaurants offer WiFi connection.