Location
Antigua, West Indies

Jumby Bay Island is an inclusive, 300-acre private enclave just two miles off the coast of Antigua. A haven for naturalists, the island plays host to a variety of wildlife including sheep, White Egret, and Blue Pelican. Pasture Bay Beach, on the island's windward side, is a protected nesting site of the endangered Hawksbill Turtle.

The Antiguan climate is among the best in the Caribbean, with little rainfall. Constant sea breezes and trade winds keep the air fresh and temperatures around 81 degrees Fahrenheit. From May to November, temperatures average around 89 degrees Fahrenheit.  

After clearing customs, guests are greeted by resort staff and are escorted by chauffeured car to the resort's catamaran for a 10-minute cruise to the exclusive island resort. Guests are met upon arrival by a member of the resort's management team and escorted directly to their guest room/suite where a welcome amenity is waiting.

Antigua's V.C. Bird International Airport is served by ten airlines including American, American Eagle, British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, BWIA, Continental, Air Canada, Condor, Delta and LIAT. Continental and American, in particular, fly direct from New York to Antigua's V.C. Bird International Airport. Travelers entering Antigua require valid proof of citizenship. 

Passports are recommended although an original birth certificate, along with a photo ID, is acceptable for American and Canadian citizens. There is a $20 per person departure tax from Antigua.

Resort Concept/Philosophy
A secluded, inclusive hideaway accessible only by boat from Antigua, Jumby Bay, A Rosewood Resort is legendary for providing world-class service and distinguished amenities for discerning travelers. The island features two excellent white-sand sunbathing beaches, Jumby Bay Beach and Pasture Bay Beach. Winding paths surrounded by tropical foliage and lined with towering palms are ideal for walking or biking. There are no cars on the island; guests move about safely and easily in four-seat golf carts and bicycles outfitted with baskets.

Recent History
An ancient coral reef first discovered by Christopher Columbus in 1493 and claimed by the British in 1632, Jumby Bay Island takes its name from "jumbie," Antiguan colloquial for "playful spirit."  Originally a sugar mill, the island has been held by a series of owners including a family of sugar planters. It was developed as an ultra-luxe resort and vacation community in the 1980s. Now owned by passionately committed homeowners, the resort is a reflection of their casual elegant island lifestyle.

Beaches
The island features two excellent white-sand sunbathing beaches, Jumby Bay Beach and Pasture Bay Beach. 

Suites, Villas & Private Residences
Inspired by the island sands, subtle beiges and cream blend together with the attenuated lines of British Colonial furnishings for an understated look that embodies residential sophistication.

The luxurious hideaway features 40 suites (including 2 Jumby Bay Suites), 11 villas with private plunge pools, and a collection of private residences. Luxury villas are equipped with satellite television, microwave oven, refrigerator, stove, dishwasher and four-seat golf cart. Jumby Bay Suites, situated near Pond Bay, feature a private entry courtyard graced with a soothing fountain, generous living areas, spacious bathrooms featuring indoor soaking tubs, and expansive terraces with teak furnishings and private plunge pools. Walls feature antique prints and original artwork, while Caribbean influences abound in details such as orchids in each room/suite, subtle stenciled borders and sconces delicately edged with shell. There are beautiful Colonial-style four-poster beds carved with pineapples and banana leaf details and covered with Italian linens. Almost all rooms/suites have new outdoor garden bathrooms, arranged for privacy within four-walled courtyards and featuring deep, pedestal-footed soaking tubs or blissful rain shower.

Jumby Bay offers a collection of privately owned estates, individually priced and available for rental exclusively through the resort. The fully staffed estates, which come with private housekeeper, chef and gardener, are valued in the tens of millions.  Private butler service is available at additional cost, and estate guests have full access to the resort's world-renowned facilities and services.

No keys are provided, because there are no locks. Populated only by guests, caring resort staff, and island homeowners, Jumby Bay enjoys unparalleled safety.

Resort Dining
THE VERANDAH  Guests can enjoy breakfast, lunch and casual dinners amidst ocean views and laidback ambiance at The Verandah. The newly renovated, open-air restaurant is located just steps from the beach.  Relaxed yet elegant, The Verandah features an open grill and serves light, and healthy dishes inspired by fresh local ingredients and the fusion of Caribbean and European cuisine. Lunch and dinner may be enjoyed on white-sand beaches in front of the restaurant, and guests are welcomed in the evening by the soft glow of tiki-torches. The civilized pleasure of High Tea may be enjoyed at The Verandah from 3:30pm to 5:00pm daily.

Continental breakfast served on guests' private verandahs is always available, as well as an in-room dining menu of classic Jumby favorites. Breakfast is served from 7:00am to 10:30am. Lunch is served from 12:30pm to 3:00pm. Dinner is served from 7:00pm to 10:00pm.

THE ESTATE HOUSE  Dinner is served at the historic Estate House, Jumby Bay's signature restaurant located in the 230-year-old Colonial plantation manor. Crisp white tablecloths, candlelight and fine porcelain edged in copper, and the melodic swirl of Ellington, Gerswhin, Fitzgerald and the like set a romantic, Post-Colonial mood in which to enjoy Executive Chef Frederic Wagnon's imaginative signature menus and tasting options reflecting modern European inspirations. Dinner at the Estate House is served evenings from 7:00pm to 10:00pm.

An ideal spot for cocktails and conversation, The Verandah Bar is the true social center of Jumby Bay. Located at the Beach Pavilion, it is open daily from 9:00am to 6:00pm, and is open later on Mondays and Wednesdays. A bastion of old-world refinement, the Estate House Bar is an intimate setting for a late-night gathering. Private club-chic with a hint of the exotic, this second floor space features comfortable settees and club chairs set against whimsical wall murals of swaying palms.

THE BEACH BAR  The Beach Bar is located midway down Jumby Bay Beach. Hours are 10:00am to 6:00pm.

Exclusive Services
Spa Service: Chinese massage, reflexology and other treatments are available upon request as private, in-room services as well as at the Beach Pavilion from Jumby Bay's team of massage therapists who tap Eastern and Western techniques to sooth the body and mind.

Hawksbill Turtle Program: From June through November, Jumby Bay's Pasture Bay Beach is one of the world's primary nesting sites for these ancient reptiles. Ecologically minded guests may sign up for "turtle watch" to play an active role in helping the endangered Hawksbill Turtles, which visit the resort every year to lay their eggs.

Shopping: Located at the Beach Pavilion, Jumby Bay's Island Shoppe offers a refined collection of ultra-luxe sportswear including La Perla and Lilly Pulitzer. Cosmetics and fragrances from Aqua di Parma, Keihl's and Creed, fine tabletop linens and Jumby Bay logo-wear are on hand as well. Trips to the island's main shopping district in St. John's can be easily arranged.

24-Hour Concierge
Manager's weekly cocktail party, often held in a spectacular home of an island resident or surrounded by candlelight on Pond Bay Terrace
Nightly turndown with fluffy pillows & fragrant candles

Leisure Activities
Hike the island's three miles of trails
Take a guided bike tour
Play a game of croquet on the professional croquet lawn, or grab a Pimms and join the weekly croquet tournament for a chance at the classic silver trophy cup, followed by refined Scotch and cigars at The Estate House
Practice on the putting green
Enjoy a swim in the 25-meter lap pool
Climb the 26-step of the restored sugar mill for 360-degree views of the island

Watersports & Recreational Activities
Guests can enjoy a variety of water sports including snorkeling, windsurfing, sailing, kayaking, water-skiing, boat rentals, deep-sea fishing and diving. Morning snorkeling trips to nearby Bird Island are offered on a weekly basis. Snorkeling lessons can be arranged with the beach attendants.
Three tennis courts (two lit for night play); the resident tennis pro is available for coaching and can arrange a match with other guests
Located in The Beach Pavilion, the fitness center features mirrored walls and state-of-the-art cardiovascular machines, weight training machines, free-weights & stretching mats
Pilates class twice per week
Pampered Parents Program for kids, with children's programs available on school holidays

Additional Amenities
Caloi bicycles
Twice-daily maid service
Indoor & outdoor showers (available in most rooms)
Air-conditioning & ceiling fans
Italian linens
In-room radios with CD player
Personally stocked mini bar
Personal safe
A generous selection of Lady Primrose toiletries 
Hair dryers
Flashlights & umbrellas
Coffee maker

Area Attractions
For guests lured by the delights of Antigua, the "Land of Sea and Sun," Jumby Bay's private ferry makes the ten-minute trip to shore throughout the day, and the concierge can arrange for a guided tour of the island's highlights. Discovered by Christopher Columbus in 1493 and named for a cathedral in Seville, Spain, Antigua is rife with destinations not to be missed including Nelson's Dockyards on the edge of English Harbor at the southern end of the island. The only existing Georgian naval dockyard in the world and home to Horatio Nelson and Royal Navy during the 18th and 19th centuries, the dockyard's restored buildings house picturesque restaurants, museums and shops featuring locally produced goods.  Overlooking the harbor visitors will spy Shirley Heights, once one of Antigua's most important defensive positions (and home to the Royal artillery Guard House), and now a spectacular lookout point. Antiguans head to this well-loved area on Sunday evenings for traditional barbeque and live music. Shoppers are drawn to Redcliffe Quay in St. John's, Antigua's historic capital, and those in search of culture should explore the 1716 Court House, the oldest building in St. John's, or the ancient tools and artifacts of the Museum of Antigua and Barbuda.
   
Groups
The entire island can be bought out for small conferences during the spring, summer and fall months.   

Business Center
Computers with Internet-access, phone and fax machine

Operator: Rosewood Hotels & Resorts

Staff: 200+ employees

CONTACT INFORMATION
Jumby Bay, A Rosewood Resort
Jumby Bay Island, P.O. Box 243, St. John's, Antigua, West Indies
T 268.462.6000
F 268.462.6020
jumbybay@rosewoodhotels.com