The speckled dots of isles that form the Leeward Islands on the map of the Caribbean, are hardly ever thought of as tourist destinations by their larger neighbors who were born, bred and influenced on a stew of looming first world images, so massive and broad in perspective, that they eclipse the peripheral vision for experiencing any other area of island paradise.
The mainland of Antigua, just 14 miles long and 11 miles wide, has its own allure as a tourist destination given places of interest such as the 18th century preservation known as Nelson’s Dockyard, the bird sanctuary a stone’s throw away on the island of Barbuda and the “powdery soft” beaches that the island boasts, but the pearl of the country is Jumby Bay Island.
A secluded privately owned island spanning 300 acres, Jumby Bay, A Rosewood Resort tops it all with drop dead gorgeous villas that sit only two miles away. Accessible only by boat, this private island is so far removed from the regular hustle and bustle of life that it could be placed at a naturesque altitude, so to speak, teeming with the dream of the perfect balance and harmony of ecotourism aspirants. The 7 minute boat ride from Antigua’s mainland transports one to the island which remains a virginal escape with its landscape enhanced by flora, fauna and uniformed palm trees which render justice to what Admiral Nelson must have seen when it was first discovered in 1784.
Jumby Bay’s plethora of fab beach houses and villas leaves the prospective guest in a spate of confusion for a choice. Though each has its unique architectural charm and particular décor identity their appeal of elegance smacks at the same level of the plateau, all replete with lush beautifully appointed landscapes.
These villas are a decorator’s dream. Jumby Bay’s visitors who would prefer the experience of pure quietude and beauty may choose to bask in the sun on any one of the three dazzling white sand beaches, lavish in the experience of Sense spa, bathe in the delightful infinity pool which gives the illusion of connectedness to the Caribbean Sea or just choose to relax in the ambiance of the garden while writing the next best-selling book, blockbuster movie or contemplating a major business decision.
JUMBY BAY – ANTIGUA
