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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…
Hind Lahrichi, a Moroccan-born entrepreneur, and her husband are two of Antigua & Barbuda’s newest citizens. Currently the owner of Sora Fisheries, in 2020, Hind embarked on a daring adventure when she and her husband-to-be crossed the Atlantic on their catamaran to reach the Caribbean. Upon arriving in Antigua, Hind instantly fell in love with the island and its lifestyle. The Citizen caught up with her during her recent extended stay in the twin islands to delve into her journey towards becoming a citizen of Antigua & Barbuda. Can you please tell us a bit about your interesting life? After…
Mozhan Marnò, a multifaceted talent born in Los Angeles to Iranian parents, has carved a successful path in the entertainment industry. She is best known for her work on shows, such as The Blacklist, House of Cards and more recently, Fleishman is in Trouble. Beyond acting, Mozhan is an accomplished screenwriter and playwriter and received rave reviews for her one-woman show, Nine Parts of Desire, in which she portrayed nine different Middle Eastern women. Mozhan’s life has been a journey across cultures, having called France, Germany, Sweden and Argentina home at various points, and she speaks an impressive five languages.Mozhan…
As Deputy CEO of the Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU), Sherelyn Hughes-Thomas’s days are busy helping to manage Antigua’s citizenship by investment programme and fulfilling the dreams of its applicants from across the globe. After a couple of years of dramatic changes in the world, she tells The Citizen more about the programme’s developments and what she loves about her island. Since we last spoke at the end of 2018, many things have happened in the world. How have you seen the CIP industry evolve during this time? In many ways, it feels as if we are living in a…
Celebrity personal trainer Mark Jenkins is one of the most in-demand trainers around. Born in Brooklyn to an Antiguan mother, Mark joined the navy after school, where he formed his passion for fitness. Today, the list of his clients reads like a Who’s Who of the music industry, including Beyoncé, Diddy, Mary J Blige, D’Angelo and LL Cool J, amongst many others. He has written a book, The Jump Off, and currently hosts a podcast, An Anabolic Mind. The Citizen caught up with Mark to learn about his life dedicated to bringing out the best in people. How did you…
Andi Oliver is a familiar face in the UK. As a chef, television and radio broadcaster, and restaurateur, she is best known for appearing on the popular BBC cooking show, the Great British Menu, as a judge and, more recently, as the programme’s presenter. Born in England to Antiguan parents, Andi started her career as a singer in the group Rip, Rig and Panic with her brother Sean and great friend, the renowned artist Neneh Cherry. A regular visitor to the island, The Citizen caught up with Andi on a recent visit to learn more about her heritage and passions.…
One of the most influential people of our times, Sadhguru is a yogi, mystic and visionary whose life’s work has focused on raising human consciousness. Founder of Conscious Planet and the Save Soil movement, his efforts are supported by more than 16 million volunteers worldwide. He recently undertook a mammoth 30,000 km motorcycle journey through 27 countries in 100 days to raise awareness about the importance of preserving the world’s soil health. It was the honour and privilege of The Citizen that Sadhguru took time from his hectic schedule to speak with the magazine about his teachings, life mission and…
Wyclef Jean is a Haitian rapper, singer, songwriter and actor. He emigrated with his family to the United States at the age of ten and exploded onto the scene as a member of legendary hip hop group the Fugees alongside Lauryn Hill and Pras Michel. Their award-winning album, The Score, released 25 years ago, became one of the best-selling albums of all time. Wyclef’s solo career has continued to flourish, as has his philanthropic work. And as well as producing and releasing his own music and eight studio albums, he has produced the work of musicians such as Michael Jackson,…
Angela Bassett, award-winning actress, director, producer and activist is a true Hollywood legend. Although she hasn’t stopped working since the early 1990s when she first found fame in the groundbreaking Boyz n the Hood, she is best known for her biographical portrayal of strong African American women such as Rosa Parks, Betty Shabazz, Katherine Jackson, Voletta Wallace and her Oscar-nominated role as Tina Turner in What’s Love Got to Do with It.In more recent years, Yale-educated Angela has starred in Mission: Impossible Fallout, American Horror Story and is currently in the midst of filming Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, where the…