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For a long time, bigger was assumed to be better. Bigger cities attracted more people, bigger economies generated more headlines and bigger markets promised greater opportunity. Yet as the world becomes increasingly crowded and everyday life more stressful, many people are discovering that there can be real advantages in choosing somewhere smaller. Visitors to Antigua & Barbuda often arrive with a fairly clear idea of what they expect to find. They expect beautiful beaches, warm weather and a more relaxed pace of life, and they are rarely disappointed. What many people do not fully appreciate until they spend time here…
Twenty years ago, many of the people discovering Antigua & Barbuda came for a holiday. Today, plenty still do. Increasingly, however, they return with different questions: which areas do they like best? What are the schools like? How easy is it to get here from New York, London or Toronto? Could they spend several months a year on the islands? Might this be somewhere their children and grandchildren would enjoy for years to come? Citizenship by investment is no longer viewed simply as a transaction. People are looking beyond rankings and visa-free access and paying closer attention to the country…
What has been the biggest change for Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Programme over the past year? If there is one certainty in the investment migration industry, it is that change is inevitable. The sector is dynamic by nature, shaped by shifting geopolitical realities, evolving international compliance standards and the ever-changing expectations of a discerning global clientele. In the case of Antigua & Barbuda, the architects of our programme demonstrated considerable foresight in embedding comprehensive controls from the outset. Those controls have not only stood the test of time but continue to prove both relevant and instrumental to the…
The idea of a diaspora is usually straightforward. It is the story of people who leave. For generations, Antigua & Barbuda’s diaspora stretched across the globe. Young Antiguans and Barbudans left to study, pursue careers, raise families and build new lives abroad. Some settled in London, others in New York, Toronto, Miami and countless other cities. They kept close ties to the islands through family traditions, Sunday phone calls, childhood memories and annual trips home that seemed to pass far too quickly. Yet Antigua & Barbuda’s diaspora has evolved into something rather more unusual. Today, it includes not only those…
Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Antigua is set to introduce the island’s first branded residences, bringing together luxury living, wellness and the globally recognised Nikki Beach lifestyle. As an approved citizenship by investment development, the project is already attracting international attention ahead of its planned opening in 2030. Leading the international sales and marketing efforts is Blueprint Global, a company specialising in luxury-branded real estate developments around the world. We spoke with Vice President Joseph Valentino about the vision behind the project, its appeal to global buyers and what it will bring to Antigua & Barbuda. What made Antigua the…
Coolidge Cricket Ground (CCG) has long been more than a cricket venue. Home to Cricket West Indies’ headquarters and already a symbol of the region’s cricketing pride, the 20-acre site is now entering a new chapter, with plans for a phased redevelopment into an integrated Cricket campus bringing together elite sport training, sports science, education, broadcasting, sports tourism, hospitality and commercial activity. Following its announcement as a CIP-eligible investment option at the CIS26 event in May, The Citizen spoke with Cricket West Indies CEO Chris Dehring about what the development could mean for West Indies cricket, Antigua & Barbuda and…
Hamilton Reserve Bank (HRB) is a success story deeply rooted in Nevis and the Caribbean. Its presence is also firmly global. Serving clients from more than 150 countries, HRB has built its reputation around speed, security, privacy, and advanced digital banking. As international banking clients demand faster services, stronger compliance and more sophisticated cross-border solutions, Caribbean-headquartered financial institutions are playing an increasingly important role serving local governments, businesses and individuals. We spoke with global financier and Senior Economic Policies Advisor Benjamin Wey about Hamilton Reserve Bank’s growth, its significant investment in financial technology and how a strong and speedy banking…
Antigua & Barbuda is strengthening sustainability partnerships ahead of hosting CHOGM 2026, with a focus on climate resilience, renewable energy and environmental protection. The efforts form part of preparations for the Commonwealth summit, which will bring leaders from across the Commonwealth to the twin-island nation.
Growing up in a Punjabi family in Vancouver, Canada, the vibrant colours of Indian fabrics and the art of the Canadian First Nations people were Sonu Murphy’s creative influences. Her art today depicts stunning sunsets, whimsical fish, playful turtles, stoic octopuses, and colourful jellyfish, which are brought to life with a strong palette of bold, bright, and harmonious colours. Sonu works mainly in acrylic paint on canvas, metalwork or reclaimed and recycled wood. She also experiments in ink, creating graphics, tattoo art, and mandala-style works. When asked about the meaning behind her work, she explains that each piece is unique,…
Among the myriad creatures inhabiting our planet, none elicits so much fear and fascination as the shark. And ever since the iconic film Jaws sent shivers down our spines in 1975, one of man’s biggest fears is what may lurk in the deep. As a consequence, these majestic predators have been unfairly vilified and misunderstood. However, as our knowledge deepens and awareness grows, it becomes increasingly evident that sharks are not the monsters depicted in movies. Indeed, beyond their invaluable role in the ocean ecosystem, the majority of sharks pose no threat to humans. Sharks have survived five mass…