Happy Friday All! It’s another weekend in the Twin Island State of Antigua and Barbuda.

Here’s an update on what’s happening over the weekend:
 

• Heelz The Inclusive: On Friday, 29th of June, The Pavilion will come to life like never before with a combination of exotic foods, endless top shelf drinks served at multiple bars and lots of eye candy. This all-inclusive fete will keep the energy and vibe flowing throughout the night with four of Antigua's top Deejays and climaxing with a performance by Tian Winter and Iconic. Admission is $150.00 EC. Tickets are available at the Myst Capitol , 7th Heaven , Evolution and Pink Mongoose.
   
• LOL (Lots Of Liquor) - One of the most anticipated events of the summer! LOL will he held and Splash Antigua (opposite Millers by the Sea) on Saturday, 30th June and kicks off from 8:00 PM until. There will be lots of entertainment with appearances by Lil Rick, Claudette Peters & Taxik Band, Tizzy & El A Kru, Jashan Hughes & The Chezekake Factory and many others. Tickets are available from The Source for $35.00 EC or $45.00 EC at the gate.

   

Have a safe Weekend!
 

Runaway Bay is a small and beautiful picturesque beach located on the North Western Coast of Antigua and is 10 minutes away from the capital of St. John’s. Though just a stone’s throw away and not as famous as its neighbor, Dickenson Bay, Runaway Bay provides a truly magical experience as it is among the one of least crowded beaches on the island and boasts calm waters and sugary white sandy shores.

This beach is within a few minutes’ walk of Pepperz N’ Lime Beach Bar and Restaurant, the Grand Bay Casino and Sandals flagship resort in Antigua. While enjoying the beach at Runaway Bay if you just look North you will see a spectacular house perched on the peninsula. This house and 23 lots make up Grand Estates, the newest exclusively gated community on the island.

Strutt & Parker, one of the United Kingdom’s largest privately owned property partnerships, to leverage Christie’s worldwide marketing reach, global auction house exposure, and legendary customer service


London, U.K. — Christie’s International Real Estate and Strutt & Parker take great pride in announcing their new affiliation. Strutt & Parker, founded in 1885, is a top-performing national estate agent in the United Kingdom’s prime residential market as well as in key high end residential locations throughout London. With 50 offices throughout the country, Strutt & Parker will rank as one of the largest Affiliates within the Christie’s International Real Estate global network.

Andy Martin, Senior Partner at Strutt & Parker said: “Strutt & Parker is now the sole Affiliate of Christie’s International Real Estate in the U.K. This affiliation will significantly enhance both of our businesses’ international profiles. Strutt & Parker will be competitively poised to provide both clients and network affiliates from around the globe with proven expertise in the top tier of the U.K. residential market. We will also be able to serve our U.K. clientele with unparalleled exposure to international buyers and provide access to key international markets throughout the world. Gaining international reach through joining the world’s leading network of luxury real estate specialists is the next logical step in our continued expansion.”

Neil Palmer, Chief Executive Officer at Christie's International Real Estate said: “Strutt & Parker fully exemplifies the Christie’s brand values of passionate expertise, unparalleled client care, and the highest standards of professionalism and discretion. Two years ago, we embarked on an aggressive search to identify the most qualified company in the United Kingdom to represent our brand. Of paramount importance was selecting a partner fully appreciative of the Christie’s corporate culture and the opportunity to build our collective businesses by forging strong working relationships between art and real estate colleagues. Strutt & Parker’s continued growth in both Central London and other U.K. markets has positioned them as the most qualified estate agency to be our standard-bearer in the U.K.”

Strutt & Parker will now market its top property listings through multiple Christie’s International Real Estate and Christie’s auction house venues in London and around the globe, including the leading location for luxury real estate online, www.christiesrealestate.com. There will also be close collaboration between Strutt & Parker Partners and Christie’s art specialists to ensure Christie’s clients receive the very best advice on art and property in the United Kingdom. In addition, Strutt & Parker join with other prime real estate brokerages worldwide—including Brown Harris Stevens in New York City, Hilton & Hyland Real Estate in Beverly Hills, Daniel Féau Conseil Immobilier in Paris, Judice & Araujo Imóveis in Rio de Janeiro, and Landscope in Hong Kong—to better advise London clientele on buying opportunities in prime markets worldwide.

Jussi Pylkkänen, President, Christie's Europe, Middle East & Russia, added: “In recent years London has witnessed an influx of new affluent residents. We have seen both the benefits that this has brought to the art market in the capital, and also the opportunities that it has created. Our core aim at Christie’s is to provide our clients with the best possible service, and as many have shown an increasing demand for advice and guidance with regards real estate, it is an important and exciting development to announce this formidable partnership. Our real estate business is wholly owned by Christie’s and this is what distinguishes our brand. Christie’s can now offer a level of customer service in the U.K. that no other organization can match.”


ABOUT STRUTT & PARKER

With headquarters in London’s prestigious Mayfair, Strutt & Parker is one of the largest privately owned property partnerships in the UK.  Founded in 1885 with 50 offices across England and Scotland, including 10 in prime central London, they employ 800 property specialists. In addition to residential estate agency, property wealth management and private property search, Strutt & Parker also has a strong commercial real estate business which operates in the top five for leasing and investment, and a substantial land management team who manage in excess of two million acres. Strutt & Parker is further supported by experts in farming, development, planning, leisure and renewable energy.


ABOUT CHRISTIE’S INTERNATIONAL REAL ESTATE

Christie’s, originally founded in 1766 by James Christie, pursued an innovative real estate venture in 1995 by acquiring Great Estates, a luxury real estate network founded in 1987. Christie’s International Real Estate is an invitation-only Affiliate network composed of the world’s most proven and qualified real estate specialists. The company has central hubs in London and New York; field offices in Beverly Hills, California, Chicago, Illinois, and Palm Beach, Florida; and approximately 125 Affiliates in Europe; North, Central, and South America; and the Caribbean as well as Asia, Africa, and Oceania. In 2012, new Affiliates were signed in the U.S., Europe, Africa, Canada, the Caribbean, and the U.K. 


ABOUT CHRISTIE’S

Christie’s, the world's leading art business, had global auction and private sales in 2011 that totaled £3.6 billion/$5.7 billion. Christie’s is a name and place that speaks of extraordinary art, unparalleled service and expertise, as well as international glamour. Founded in 1766 by James Christie, Christie's has since conducted the greatest and most celebrated auctions through the centuries providing a popular showcase for the unique and the beautiful. Christie’s offers over 450 auctions annually in over 80 categories, including all areas of fine and decorative arts, jewellery, photographs, collectibles, wine, and more. Prices range from $200 to over $100 million. Christie’s has a global presence with 53 offices in 32 countries and 10 salerooms around the world including in London, New York, Paris, Geneva, Milan, Amsterdam, Dubai, Zürich, and Hong Kong. More recently, Christie’s has led the market with expanded initiatives in growth markets such as Russia, China, India and the United Arab Emirates, with successful sales and exhibitions in Beijing, Mumbai and Dubai. 

This week’s Antigua Snap is a photo showcasing a view from the Jumby Bay Resort.

This private 300-acre island located two miles off the coast of Antigua is home to the exclusive Jumby Bay Resort and is known worldwide for providing discerning travelers with world-class service and distinguished amenities. On the island one may observe a variety of wildlife, including the White Egret, Bananaquit, Blue Pelican and the endangered Hawksbill Sea Turtle. Also, available on Jumby Bay is a diversity of homes available for sale raging from the stunning beachfront villas to hillside estates. This resort is truly one of a kind and is highly recommended for those seeking to vanish from the complexities of life.

Located within the Blue Waters Hotel on the North Coast of Antigua is Suite 3G. Suite 3G is a part of the Cove Suites which comprises 24 one bedroom suites, all more than 730 square feet in size, utilizing all the luxurious amenities of this beautiful four star resort. This ground floor unit boasts an oversized terrace providing direct access to the infinity pool and sun deck. Suite 3G also features large modern comfortable furnishings and an oversize bathroom with a free standing bath.

Asking Price: $390,000 USD

CLICK HERE TO VIEW

Antigua is among the most beautiful of islands scattered throughout the Caribbean. With 365 beaches, and warm, friendly locals Antigua is the ideal location for one seeking a fresh and vibrant environment to purchase or even construct your new dream getaway. Antigua has one of the fastest growing Real Estate markets in the Caribbean with vast array selections in some of the most spectacular locations the island has to offer. Contact JHR Caribbean Real Estate to find your piece of Antigua Real Estate today.

Last week was a great week with one new piece of Antigua Real Estate coming onto the market on the South West Coast of the island.

New this week are two pieces of Antigua real estate; One available for sale on the South West Coast and the other a rental, located on the North East coast of Antigua.

Villa 250C is a beautifully renovated waterfront villa located within the gated community of Jolly Harbour, nestled on the tranquil South West Coast. This feature rich waterfront unit offers a completely re-modernized interior with a stylish kitchen, open plan living and dining area stretching out onto a partially covered patio with hardwood decking, a splash pool and a gazebo. On its upper floor Villa 250C offers two extended bedrooms with custom tiled en-suite bathrooms. All of this within a great waterfront location – a property definitely worth taking a look at. CLICK HERE TO VIEW

Located in the highly prestigious residential area of Hodges Bay is Palm Breeze, a lovely two bedroom villa now available for rent. This villa is being offered fully furnished and is equipped with all of the essentials. The Villa is air conditioned and also has a covered patio with a private swimming pool. Because of its great location, Palm breeze is an ideal choice for those studying at the medical university on the North Coast and is less than a ten minute drive to the V.V. Bird International Airport and the city of St. John’s. CLICK HERE TO VIEW