Antigua and Barbuda
Warnings and insurance
Tropical Storm Ernesto
The hurricane season runs from June to November. Tropical Storm Ernesto has now passed Antigua and Barbuda. VC Bird Airport was closed during the storm. You should check with your airline and tour operator for latest information on status of flights. You should continue to follow and monitor local and international weather updates from the US National Hurricane Center and follow the advice of local authorities.
See Extreme weather and natural disasters
Before you travel
No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide. You may also find it helpful to:
- see general advice for women travellers
- read our guide on disability and travel abroad
- see general advice for LGBT+ travellers
- read about safety for solo and independent travel
- see advice on volunteering and adventure travel abroad
Travel insurance
If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance. Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency.
About FCDO travel advice
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