A petite island paradise boasting a beach for every day of the year, Antigua is every inch the archetypal Caribbean retreat.

Warm azure waters lap sugar soft sands, vibrant towns pop with pastel-coloured buildings, and yachts bob on the harbour while locals enjoy a game of cricket on the green - life in Antigua is deliciously laid back. Perfect as a standalone destination or as part of a luxury island-hopping holiday, finding your own secluded slice of heaven is no stretch with boutique resorts such as Galley Bay offering the ultimate in exclusivity, perfect for honeymooners and newlyweds. Here in Antigua, days spent exploring shipwrecks and exotic marine life amongst coral filled waters evaporate into evening barbeques sound-tracked by steel bands while watching the sunset, rum cocktail in hand. Bliss.