Antigua & Barbuda is an independent Commonwealth country in the Eastern Caribbean, named after its two major islands: Antigua, famous for its intricate coastline boasting 365 beaches - one for each day of the year -, while Barbuda’s pink sand shores offer a more secluded alternative. Besides being a popular vacation spot for cruise ship tourists and sailing enthusiasts, it also makes an ideal holiday home destination (especially due to direct flight connections to London, New York, Miami, Toronto, etc.).