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Calling Christal Clashing inspirational is an understatement. Her list of achievements is nothing short of remarkable. At just 14, she became the first female swimmer to represent Antigua & Barbuda at the 2004 Athens Olympics. Fast forward to 2018, she was part of the history-making Team Antigua Island Girls in the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge, becoming the first all-black team and first-all-female Caribbean team to row any ocean when they crossed the Atlantic. In 2023, they crossed the mid-Pacific Ocean in the World’s Toughest Row – Pacific. Christal incredibly achieved all this while battling the debilitating symptoms of premenstrual dysphoric…

When LIAT74 went into receivership in 2020, hearts across the Caribbean were broken over the loss of an institution that had provided ease of travel across the region for over 60 years. Thanks to the efforts of Gaston Browne’s government and a partnership with Air Peace Caribbean Ltd, a new and revitalised airline, LIAT (2020) Ltd (LIAT20) has risen like a phoenix from the ashes. With a mission to foster connections among people and places while ensuring safe and reliable flight services, the LIAT brand is back and better than ever. We sat down with CEO Hafsah Abdulsalam to learn…

In the moonlit skies across the globe, a silent army takes flight each night, sweeping gracefully through the darkness in a choreography as old as time itself. These bats, often misunderstood and feared, are the unsung heroes of the environment, playing an indispensable role in maintaining the ecological balance of their habitats. Puzzling, bats are among the most feared animals in the world – at the very least, one of the most misunderstood. So, why should something so shy, diminutive and unaggressive get such a bad rap? For starters, Dracula and vampire films have a lot to answer for. Indeed,…

Kay Greveson is an award-winning nurse with over 21 years of experience working as a specialist nurse in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). In addition to her groundbreaking nursing work in the field of gastroenterology, Kay is also a qualified independent prescriber of advanced aesthetic techniques and a member of the British Association of Cosmetic Nurses. She founded her first successful clinic, Regents Parks Aesthetics, in London in 2012. After visiting Antigua on holiday several times and falling in love with the island, she decided to open her first international clinic here in October 2022.Kay has many A-list and high-profile clients…

Antiguan Ted Martin is one of the island’s most seasoned photographers with over 20 years experience under his belt. You may find him at a wedding or event, immortalising a special moment or taking a fabulous portrait of someone in his studio in English Harbour. But it is his exhilarating action photography for which Ted is probably well-known – images that capture the adrenaline-pumping feeling of being out on the water in some of the world’s most prestigious sailing races. Ted is also celebrated as a well-loved and established tour guide, deeply inspired by his home island’s culture, nature and…

The beautiful island nation of Antigua & Barbuda is transforming its economic, educational, touristic and logistics landscape with large-scale projects, paving the way for an even brighter future. From the expansion of the Antigua Cruise Port to the construction of a world-class conference centre at the American University of Antigua, the expansion of the University of the West Indies, the transition to a cleaner LNG energy, and the transformation of the Coolidge Cricket Ground into a state-of-the-art international centre of cricket and sport, these projects are not just significant; they are game-changers for the small but mighty Antigua & Barbuda.…

Ron Finley has made his mark as a rebel with a green cause. Known as the ‘Gangsta Gardener’, Finley has transformed forgotten patches of Los Angeles into thriving urban oases, sparking a global movement for food justice and community empowerment. His journey began back in 2010 when, after realising that it was easier to buy fast food and alcohol than an apple near his home in South Central Los Angeles, he decided to reclaim a strip of public land in front of his house where he planted a vegetable garden and fruit trees. This ignited a battle with the City…

Kathy Sledge is a true legend. A singer, songwriter, author, producer, manager, and Grammy-nominated music icon, her legacy spans decades. As the signature voice in Sister Sledge, their timeless hits, such as We Are Family and He’s the Greatest Dancer, have become worldwide anthems. Having worked with some of the biggest producers and artists in the world, her artistic triumphs encompass chart-topping hits, platinum albums and successful forays into several genres of popular music. Iconic producer Nile Rodgers sums it up: “Kathy has one of the most original and unique voices in pop music. Always has, and always will!” In…

There are many reasons why international buyers may consider purchasing property in Antigua & Barbuda. A fabulous holiday home in one of the most beautiful (and accessible) locations in the world? An investment property to rent out with excellent yields? An approved property in the Antigua & Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Programme, giving you the opportunity to become a fully-fledged citizen of the twin islands? Maybe all of the above? In addition to the wide range of existing real estate offerings across the islands – many of which boast picturesque views of white-sand beaches and sparkling waters – a multitude…

Finding the right professional, whether a local real estate expert who can guide you through the purchasing process or an experienced architect and contractor who knows the ins and outs of building in the tropics, is vital. When choosing to live or invest in property in the beautiful twin islands, to build or not to build, well, that is the question, isn’t it?Embarking on the journey of building your own home – purchasing a plot, finalising the design, and overseeing the construction process – all whilst managing the complexities of everyday life – may seem an overwhelming task and certainly…