How do I tell the difference between the official taxies and then unauthorized cabs in the same area? Is there an actual taxi stand and a line of taxis or just a big free for all? I have seen both depending on where we go. ĭarkwood Beach remains, in our opinion anyway, a very special beach, a must visit place when you are in Antigua. It has changed, there other people on the beach for most of the time we were there and there is much more development around the beach. The sight of Monseratt and its volcano in the near distance adds to the attraction of the place ! So were we disappointed ? Only for a minute, once we walked onto the White Sand beach and saw the Clear turquoise blue water, we quickly came to the conclusion it was still had much to offer, so much so that we stayed for most of the day ,and once again left with special memories.
#DARKWOOD BEACH ANTIGUA SERIES#
Indeed it wasn't the beach we remembered from 1987, a series of Hurricaines have seen to that, many of those tall palm trees that made it so, special have long gone. We hired a car and drove to that part of the Island, rounded the Bluff on the road map that leads onto Darkwood, and Deborah said " This isnt it ". We returned recently to Celebrate our Silver Wedding and just had to go back there.
In 1987 we spent our Honeymoon in Antigua, and while here came across a Secluded Tropical Beach that we had to ourselves for an afternoon, the sort you dream about - Darkwood Beach ! In general Darkwood is just a great all-purpose beach if you want simple pleasures and basic creature comforts, but don’t need water sports or crowds. On many days you can see Montserrat from the beach, and on really good days you can also catch St. I’ve actually never seen a ray there but know they exist in the region. (Jelly fish are more common in August-October, but just the moon jellyfish which are harmless if maybe a little painful.) Saw one jelly this trip. I always advise taking fins and a mask along, if for no other reason than to check for jellyfish or stingrays in the water. There are some rocks to the right that sometimes have fishies to see. Sometimes the shelling is good, especially on the left side. The water is almost always lovely and warm. I don’t do beach massages and we were leaving before the special events, and she was very nice when we politely declined. Prices were reasonable and she had some other special offers that were actually pretty good deals. On this trip there was a tiny massage hut onsite. We always take a few drinks with us to the beach but make a point of also patronizing the locals. Prices are about average for local lunch spots-for food maybe E$15-25 topping out at 50 for lobster-and they accept US or EC of course, as do virtually all places in Antigua. It’s not fancy but it always tastes good. The menu varies but usually includes fishburgers, cheeseburgers, the ubiquitous chicken and rice, lobster salad, and some local dishes. You just pull over and park.īeach chairs are available to rent for US$5 or EC$13 (October 2012 prices). Located just past Jolly Harbor, Darkwood is easy to spot as there is a big Darkwood Beach sign on the left and the snack shop on the right. I like it because it's easy to access, never crowded, has some of the calmest waters, a view of Montserrat (usually), chairs to rent, bathrooms, and a small but tasty snack bar. I visit Darkwood every time I go to Antigua, which is often.
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