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Jabberwock Beach

Hodges Bay, St. John's, Antigua
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Ranked #9 of 25 attractions in St. John's
Type: Beaches
Description: One of the first beaches where kite surfacing was introduced on the island.
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Antigua
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15 reviews 15 reviews
6 attraction reviews
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2013

There are pros and cons to this beach. First, the pros: The snorkeling is good - on a clear day visibility can reach 10-20 feet, it's shallow and the reef is intricate and scenic covered in fish. We've seen Hawsbill and Ridgeback Turtles, eels, and stingray on occasion. There are kite- and windsurfers for your viewing pleasure. If you happen... More

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Oakville, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 2, 2013

Spent a few hours at this little beach and the water was just delightful and warm. Stayed at a B&B just a few mins away and it was very easy to get there. White sand and blue water, the best Antigua has to offer!!

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Montreal, Canada
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed February 25, 2013

We were told that this beach was "very wild" and that it would appeal to our enjoyment of quiet beaches. Unfortunately, maybe it was the day, or where we parked, but the stretch of beach that we stumbled upon was completely littered with trash.... We walked a bit, weren't feeling it, didn't bother setting up, got in the car and... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 7, 2013

Love Jabberwock, nice onshore breezes, convenience store nearby, not crowded and has great spectator sports of Windsurfing and Kite surfing. Windsurf Antigua run by Patrick Scales who is the BEST and guarantees getting you going with a lesson or two. There are calm waters at either end of the beach for swimming and snorkeling with choppy water in the middle... More

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Kent
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed January 19, 2013

Not so suitable for windsurfers particularly in very windy conditions for intermediates. Windsurfing school was good and Patrick was very helpful

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Christiansted, St. Croix
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 25, 2012

A great beach to check out if you like to watch Kitesurfers do tricks or just learn. Its very windy and choppy but the water is nice and the sand is white.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 21, 2012

Beautiful azure sea and lovely beach for walking, picnics and watching the water sports. Watersports tuition available at side of the beach daily.

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Albany, New York
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 1, 2012

Right next to AUA campus, beautiful waters, but beware of jellies and a lot of people visit it so it isn't as clean as some of the other beaches, but still very nice.

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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 25, 2012

This beach is perfect for kitesurfing! As beginner kitesurfers but experienced sailors and windsurfers, we tried out 'Kitesurf Antigua' with local pro, Jake. He was a fantastic teacher and by the end of the 4 hour lesson my boyfriend was kitesurfing and I was starting to get up on the board. Great beach to learn on with the prevailing wind... More

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Oshawa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 29, 2012

We visited this beach alot as it was close to our hotel, Wind Chimes Inn. Lovely and peaceful beach. Not too many people and lilly white sand and small waves.

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