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Language
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English is the official language. English patois is widely spoken.
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Time Zone
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Atlantic Standard Time - one hour ahead of Eastern Standard Time and the same as Eastern Daylight Time.
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Currency
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Eastern Caribbean dollar. Recent exchange rate was US$1.00
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Electricity
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Part of the island is 100 volts, and the rest is 220 volts. Most hotels have both. It's a good idea to bring your own adapter, although many of the hotels will rent them to you.
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Beaches
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Antiguans claim to have a different beach for every day of the year, and their island's many beautiful soft, sandy beaches and coves are its main attraction. A majority of beaches rest inside the calm, protected waters of the island's Caribbean side. All are open to the public. Dickenson Bay and Runaway Bay, located along the island's developed northwest coast, are places to go for those who want the fully loaded, resort beach experience. The southwest and southern coasts' beaches are generally less developed than those to the north. On the Southeast corner of the island is Half Moon Bay, now a national park and a good choice for a family outing. Long Bay, in the eastern point is also a good choice as it is completely protected by its reef. Western beaches offer nice sunsets, and snorkeling is great by boat at Cades Reef.
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What to Wear
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Bring clothes for hot, tropical weather. Casual clothing is appropriate during the day - shorts, shirts, bathing suits and cover-ups. Swimwear is for the beach only, so when going downtown, it's important to have some kind of cover-up, shorts or casual outfit.British tradition holds true at some of the deluxe hotels. Jackets and ties can be worn.Nighttime casual dressy is appropriate, long pants or nice casual dress. Attire for casinos is casual to dressy. Some hotel dining rooms require jacket and long pants for dinner.
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Climate
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The climate is warm and sunny with an average temperature of 78-88 degreeF. Rainfall usually consists of quick, light showers that last only a few minutes.
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Documents
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DOCUMENTS/PASSPORTS: Please refer to this site for the most current information regarding international travel: http://travel.state.gov/travel/cbpmc/cbpmc_3013.html
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Duty-free Allowances
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The following can be brought into Antigua: 4 oz. of perfume, 1 carton of cigars or cigarettes, 1/2 lb. tobacco, 1 bottle liquor or wine and food for personal consumption only. Please note that officials are very strict when you enter Antigua and will check through all your belongings. Anything you purchase can be taken out of Antigua.
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