How much cash should I carry daily in Antigua & Barbuda?

My month-long trip averaged $120 USD/day; accommodation was $70, meals were $25, extras $25. Realistic budget for Antigua & Barbuda travelers needs about $3,500 for a balanced experience - mix of beach time, rentals, and casual dining. Drinks at beach bars can surprise you, trending $6-$8 per drink, and taxi rates mount. I saved by sharing transfers and renting scooters. You don’t need to splurge, but bring a reserve for activity upgrades or secluded Barbuda beach rides.

Spent ten days doing a mix of villas and guesthouses - budgeted around $140 USD/day. Average travel costs in Antigua vary widely - lodging ranges from $50 hostels to $250 resorts. I did some all-inclusive days and some basic ones, ate at local cafes, and took seafood tours. Transport via taxis, buses, or rental car added another $10-15/day. Tip culture is around 10%, so tack that onto meals and excursions. If you stick to mid-tier accommodations, plan for between $120-$160/day for comfort.

I lived on about $65 USD/day during a solo two-week trip: dorm stays, street food, island buses. Backpacking Antigua & Barbuda on a budget is totally doable - especially if you stick to chicken roti, local buses, and beach days. Ferries to Barbuda were $54 round-trip, so I planned carefully. Add another $30-40 for excursions or cruises. If you’re okay with rooftop eateries and share rides, you don’t need more than $80/day unless you go upscale.

Over six weeks working remotely in St. John’s, my average was around $180 USD per day. That included a mid-range Airbnb ($80), meals between $20-30 at local eateries, occasional catamaran trips (~$100) and bus or taxi use. Daily budget for Antigua & Barbuda can be moderate if you avoid luxury resorts. Groceries and produce are surprisingly pricey, and beer is taxed. Adding some buffer (10-15%) helps if you want optional boat rides or water sports in Barbuda. In off-season months, you could shave a bit off the average.