Jumby Bay Island, Antigua
Jumby Bay Island is a first class luxury all-inclusive resort, set on a private island of 300 acres, 2 miles off the north coast off Antigua. A chunk of paradise without pretensions and, even better, families travelling here can take an active part in the island’s conservation efforts, watching turtles hatch and releasing them back into the sea – a once in a lifetime experience.
The island is a 7-minute boat ride away from the mainland and you probably won’t want to leave - whether you prefer to relax by the pool or on the private beach or enjoy some of the many watersports and activities on offer. The restaurant and grill offer panoramic views and fine food but, if you prefer, you can head out on a boat and catch your own supper. There’s nightly entertainment, private dinners can be arranged and there’s a weekly barbecue. The kids’ clubs are excellent with active involvement in conservation, constellation walks and mocktail lessons. There is also a spa for even more downtime, and the kids can enjoy junior treatments too.
Accommodation is luxurious and consists of spacious suites and villas, spread across the island.
Read our feature on family holidays in Antigua.
Location
Jumby Bay is a 15 minutes’ transfer from VC Bird International Airport, by land and motor launch transfer.
What to expect
Childcare
Jumby means 'playful spirit' and children have a lot of fun here.
- Children: For children 3-11 years there is Jumby Explorers. The activities offered may include Little Chefs, Wildlife Adventures, Ocean Adventures, Discover Science, Pirates of the Caribbean, Dance & Sing and Day at the Beach. There are also opportunities to take part in the island's turtle conservation programme.
- Teens: For guests 12-17 years there is a programme of activities that give them a chance to meet others and have fun together - for example, mixed volleyball or a cocktail mixology class!
Nanny/babysitting services and birthday parties are also available (arrange in advance. Extra charge applies).
Enjoy a pool with an amazing outlook - Bluebelle Villa.
Learn to sail with the island's sailing academy.
Accommodation
Choose from a range of suites or villas to suit your family. The options include:
Beachside Suite - sleeps 2+1 with one bedroom, sitting area and views of the beach or ocean.
Pool Suite - sleeps 2+2 with one bedroom, living area, private garden and pool and views of the beach or ocean.
Estate Suite - sleeps 2+2 with one bedroom, living room, private pool and views of the beach or ocean. For larger groups, this suite can be interconnected to one or two other suites.
Villas are available with 2, 3 or 4 bedrooms sleeping up to 8 people. All have a private or shared pool. Each villa is individual.
Total: 28 suites and villas
The island is all-inclusive: a la carte dining all day, complimentary cocktails, fine wines, Tattinger champagne, rum tastings, Caribbean cookery classes, watersports (from sailing to wakeboarding), yacht trips with cocktails at sea and snorkelling, kids clubs, fitness facilities and tennis. The resort also has special holiday offers where additional extras are included.
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The whole family can play tennis - with the option of coaching too.
Facilities
This all-inclusive island offers a wealth of facilities and activities. These include:
- Watersports centre with snorkelling (including guided tours), boat trips, sea kayaks, windsurfers, paddleboards, sailing, water skiing, wakeboarding and tubing.
- 3 pools including the family-friendly Verandah Pool
- Private beach
- Guided nature walks
- Use of bicycles
- Tennis
- Cinema on the beach
- Spa
- Childcare/children's activities (see above)
- Cookery classes, afternoon tea, rum and wine tasting
- 3 restaurants with a variety of cuisine, plus pop-up dining
- 4 bars
- Evening entertainment
In addition, there is a sailing academy, reef fishing, tennis tuition and private yoga sessions, and golf can be arranged on the mainland (additional charges apply).
The beautiful spa offers a range of luxurious treatments - including a few for little ones.
Across this gorgeous island, there villas to suit families of all sizes.
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