Antigua and Barbuda use Atlantic Standard Time (AST).

Antigua and Barbuda do not observe Daylight Saving Time

Antigua and Barbuda are 1 hour ahead of Eastern Standard Time (EST)

Antigua and Barbuda share their time zone (AST, UTC-4) with other Caribbean nations like Barbados, Dominica, and Saint Kitts and Nevis, as well as parts of Canada’s Atlantic provinces.

Major industries in Antigua and Barbuda:

Tourism: The leading industry; the islands are known for their beautiful beaches, resorts, and yachting, attracting visitors year-round.

Financial Services: Growing sector focused on offshore banking and international business; provides various financial products and services.

Agriculture: Smaller sector primarily focused on crops like sugarcane, cotton, and vegetables; some livestock farming also exists.

Construction: Driven by tourism development and infrastructure improvements; ongoing projects to enhance facilities and housing.

Manufacturing: Includes small-scale production of food and beverages, textiles, and other consumer goods; limited compared to tourism.

National holidays in Antigua and Barbuda:

New Year's Day: Celebrated on January 1st; marks the beginning of the new year.

Antigua and Barbuda's Independence Day: Celebrated on November 1st; commemorates independence from the United Kingdom in 1981.

Heritage Day: Observed on the first Monday in June; celebrates the cultural heritage and history of the nation.

Labour Day: Celebrated on May 1st; honors workers and their contributions to society.

Christmas Day: Celebrated on December 25th; a public holiday for Christians across the islands.

Good Friday: Observed the Friday before Easter; commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.