Antigua and Barbuda will start welcoming back British tourists from 1 August, the twin island nation’s tourism authority has confirmed.
The islands are taking a phased approach to restarting their tourism and hospitality sectors, and this week welcomed the UK government’s decision to place both on its list of quarantine exemptions.
This month, the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority will roll out its new Your Space in the Sun campaign across social media and TV, designed to encourage those dreaming of a post-lockdown getaway to consider the islands.
It will also detail the islands’ new health and safety measures to combat the spread of coronavirus, and make holidaying across the destination safe.
The tourism authority said it was delighted the islands would be opening up to UK travellers from 1 August.
Your Space in the Sun will highlight the islands’ many wide open spaces, 365 beaches, and offerings to help visitors "think, heal and relax" after months under lockdown.
“The campaign represents our country and what we stand for beautifully – the idea of space is something we have in abundance and is undoubtedly what attracts people to visit," said Colin James, chief executive of the tourism authority.
The TV ad will run on ITV Hub in the UK throughout July.
New safety measures implemented across the islands include:
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