Arrival in Antigua: Upon arrival, you'll proceed to the Sandals desk, conveniently located at V.C. Bird International Airport (ANU). Your complimentary transfer to and from the resort will be arranged by Sandals. Climb aboard your air-conditioned bus and enjoy your included roundtrip airport transfer to Sandals Grande Antigua. It's only a 20-minute ride, so sit back, relax and enjoy the magnificent scenery. And once you arrive at the resort, you'll be greeted with a glass of champagne, a cold towel and a warm smile.

Information about Antigua: Blessed with 365 beaches and miles of green pastureland, Antigua has surprising variety for such a small island. History buffs will enjoy Nelson's Dockyard and underwater explorers will discover rich coral reefs and a shipwreck. Trade winds keep humidity low and temperatures comfortable.

Hotel Information: Voted "World's Most Romantic Resort" 13 years in a row, Sandals Grande Antigua Resort & Spa beckons with two extraordinary vacations in one on Antigua's best and most famous beach, Dickenson Bay. Cooling trade winds soothe the soul as you immerse yourself in a seaside garden oasis graced by majestic palms at the authentic Caribbean Grove.

This all-inclusive Antigua resort allows you to savor the sophistication of a fine European Hotel in the Six-Star, all-suite Mediterranean Village.  Awaken your most sensual side in an exotic Rondoval with its soaring 20-foot conical roof and spacious circular floor plan; or laze in the luxury of a 1400 square foot Mediterranean villa — both with private plunge pool and your own butler.

Unwind in the Eastern Caribbean's largest pool (one of six). Celebrate the high art of food and drink with world-class fare and intimate settings at ten restaurants and eight bars including an English pub. A night out at Sandals Grande Antigua resort and spa is really like a night out on the town. Whether you're dining on classic Italian, sumptuous sushi, or a sizzling steak, Aphrodite presides over every meal as you share the most romantic vacation of a lifetime. Your all-inclusive Antigua vacation awaits in two perfect worlds, found in one grande resort — all designed for love.

Mediterranean Village: Inspired by the bold opulence of grand piazzas and palatial villas, the spectacular Mediterranean Village brings Europe's sophistication to the serene tropics. Suites at the Mediterranean Village boast some of the world's finest materials, including Italian floor tiles, custom-designed mahogany furniture with leather trunks, drapery from Turkey, bedding from Egypt, upholstery from Italy and handmade rugs from India. Suites are finished in Verde Oriental and rare Italian Giallo marble surrounds, and bathrooms come with Kohler Purist bath and shower fixtures, twin wash basins, whirlpools and walk-in 'rain' showers

Caribbean Grove: The grove surrounding these rooms spills over with palm trees, pink plumeria and red ixora flowers. Every room features handmade rugs and mahogany furniture from Jamaica, plus travertine floor tiles for the bedroom and patio. Caribbean flair extends to the local black-pineapple design found in fixtures such as table lamps and hand-carved bedposts. Contemporary bathrooms are set in Silver Mist marble and contain large backlit mirrors, contrasting with the 'gingerbread house' wooden trim decorating some exteriors.

Why Choose This Resort? If you want to experience the best of two worlds on the idyllic island of Antigua, then Sandals Grande Antigua is for you.  Discover the authentic charm of the Caribbean Grove with its true island architecture and unique Rondovals, and the Six Star elegance of the all-oceanfront, all-suite Mediterranean Village, with private plunge pool villas and the Eastern Caribbean’s largest pool. It’s all located at a resort voted the World’s Most Romantic Resort on Antigua’s best and most famous beach, Dickenson Bay.

Great Things About this Resort

• Two extraordinary vacations in one. The Caribbean Grove and the Mediterranean Village
• Situated on the most beautiful and longest white-sand beach in Antigua - Dickenson Bay
• 373 Rooms and suites in 25 categories
• The home of the ‘Original’ Rondovals, those in the gardens magnificently enhanced with private plunge pools.
• Unlimited gourmet dining at 10 restaurants
• Six pools and five whirlpools, plus a separate scuba pool
• Conference and Meeting facilities, featuring Admiral Lord Nelson’s Conference Center of 5000 sq. ft.
• A magnificent Red Lane ® Signature Spa is located at this resort (spa services are at an additional cost)
• Legalized Gambling in Antigua with two casinos on the island.