Category Archives: Holidays

Island Hop to Antigua.

“Ladies and gentlemen, good afternoon this is your Captain speaking on behalf of the entire crew, welcome aboard flight #532 non-stop service to Antigua.” A few weeks ago we shared with our Northern and European friends how to get to Antigua…and no we didn’t forget about you our Caribbean neighbours. Yeah you may think why do I need to visit Antigua & Barbuda, we’ve got lots of sunshine, beaches, historical sites on our islands too. But no two islands are the …
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February 23, 2013 by Marydith
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Make your layover a “Travel Bonus”

Air travel has come a long way but layovers are an unavoidable occurrence especially if not travelling non-stop, unforeseen weather or the aircraft has experienced some technical difficulties. Gone are the days when layovers were long hours of sitting in an airport terminal with your crossword puzzles in uncomfortable chairs people watching and counting down the minutes to your departure. I’m sure many of you have seen Anthony Bourdain’s travel show “The Layover” in which he takes you on amazing journeys all over the …
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February 15, 2013 by Marydith
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Merry Christmas!

Over the past few weeks we’ve been playing Christmas songs, sharing stories and jokes of past Christmases, cleaning, renovating, decorating, shopping, wrapping and hiding presents from the kids and in just a few days it will be Christmas. Are you ready? The Christmas season heralds a time of new beginnings and new life and at this time the Management & Staff of Trade Winds Hotel & Bayhouse Restaurant would like to take this opportunity to thank you all our guests …
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December 21, 2012 by Marydith
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Christmas Nostalgia

Christmas is coming – every child is hoping – dear old Santa will come calling. Ho ho ho, ho ho ho. How will Santa get here? Promise from mama – promise from papa – that come Christmas there’d be many gifts from Santa. Ho ho ho, ho ho ho. How will Santa get here? There is no reindeer in my country – He’d have to borrow me neighbor donkey. Ho ho ho, ho ho ho. How will Santa get here? …
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Host Your Holiday Party at Bayhouse Restaurant

Make memories that will last a lifetime by celebrating the holidays in a very magical, enchanting and lavish way when you host your holiday parties at Bayhouse Restaurant – Trade Winds Hotel. Our exclusive venue is the ideal setting for that perfect and memorable holiday party. Our festive and delicious Christmas menu is available banquet or buffet style with timeless and traditional classics such as turkey, ham and homemade stuffing. Your guests will enjoy fine dining in a banquet ambiance …
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October 26, 2012 by Marydith
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Take A Shore-side Break

It is considered one of the best times to be on the island of Antigua. From April 19, the country will host the world renowned Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta and the Antigua Sailing Week, two events which bring patrons together to witness a fantastic assemblage of yachts in ideal Caribbean trade winds for an unforgettably fun coastal experience. Hosting over 50 to 60 yachts every year, the Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta has become one of the most premier classic yachting …
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April 20, 2012 by Marydith
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Happy Easter!

Easter in Antigua & Barbuda is generally celebrated as a religious holiday commemorating the resurrection of Jesus Christ, the son of God and Easter Sunday is a church day for most folks although some of the festivities and traditions during what is usually a long weekend holiday doesn’t comform with religious traditions. The weekend long celebration starts Good Friday with family and friends gathering together and some of the local dishes like Ducana, Saltfish and Chop-up are usually a special …
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March 29, 2012 by Marydith
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