Ffryes Beach
Ffryes Beach
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Melissa R
6 contributions
May 2022 • Couples
We took a day to explore multiple beaches on the Caribbean side of the island as we were staying on the Atlantic side. This beach did not disappoint! We had trouble finding parking at Turners, was not interested in the kid float park at Darkwood and stumbled upon Ffryes. We got two chairs under an umbrella for $15 and enjoyed a few hours here. Lunch was homemade and delicious (more pricey than expected -$20 for one shrimp plate, but very satisfying for two). The sand is pristine and the turquoise water color is exactly what we were looking for. Not meant for a snorkel beach - I would go to Turners or Long Bay for that!
Written 21 May 2022
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JezLaw
Sevenoaks, UK11 contributions
Oct 2020
We came here in late October when the pandemic meant that there were no cruise ships around. We literally had the beach to ourselves a couple of times. The bar/restauarant at the end (Dennis Cocktail Bar & Restaurant) has a really nice setting and the food is fine, but nothing special. Ffryes Beach is nice for swimming, but Little Fryes next door is better for snorkelling as there is a reef you can follow.
Written 7 November 2020
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Kerri B
Brossard, Canada4 contributions
Mar 2022 • Couples
Beach is lovely, we rented beach chairs / umbrella from Vaughn and Lorenzo for 15$usd.
best home cooked lunch around… and very reasonably priced… also 3 beers and 2 rum shots for 10$usd. We very much enjoyed our afternoon talking with Vaughn and
best home cooked lunch around… and very reasonably priced… also 3 beers and 2 rum shots for 10$usd. We very much enjoyed our afternoon talking with Vaughn and
Written 11 April 2022
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Shannon K
Utica, NY1,284 contributions
June 2023 • Couples
We visited 3 beaches in one day. Turners beach, Darkwood beach, and Fryes Beach. All 3 were absolutely beautiful and all 3 had very calm and very clear beautiful water with zero seaweed. Fryes Beach was the busiest of the three but not overly busy. I highly recommend visiting all 3 since they are close to each other.
Written 21 June 2023
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Tonyacb1968
New York City, NY5 contributions
June 2024 • Couples
The actual beach is beautiful and our port driver, Jan was friendly and timely, but this beachfront facility is mediocre and run down - definitely needs an upgrade. The lunch included with our package tasted just ok. We lined up for food and it was served to us but there were no seconds and only two drinks included. When I asked for another drink (all non alcoholic), I was told no more free drinks, I’d have to pay.
Written 9 June 2024
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Heidi M
Malvern, PA43 contributions
Jan 2023 • Couples
Absolutely lovely beach. Used the shade of the trees on the beach and had chairs and umbrella and towels from our home owners so didn't need to rent the chairs and umbrellas being sold (nor were they in great condition).
Gorgeous water, cheap, strong drinks at the little bars set up there and extremely pleasant day. May go back during our 8 day trip, although so may more to explore...
Gorgeous water, cheap, strong drinks at the little bars set up there and extremely pleasant day. May go back during our 8 day trip, although so may more to explore...
Written 16 January 2023
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Eric Bartlett
2 contributions
Feb 2020
Great beach, really enjoyed our stay there. Had a great time eating and drinking at the bar, made to feel very welcome. Jackie has a great voice, make sure you get her to sing.
Written 28 March 2020
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Chris R
Blackpool, UK19 contributions
Nov 2022 • Couples
Best beach visited over the week in Antigua.
Lovely sandy beach. Good snorkelling but would advise that you should be a confident swimmer as it gets deep quite quickly.
Jamil’s shack was fantastic. Doesn’t look impressive so don’t be put off by appearances. Ate there three times in a week and no hygiene issues. Food was of a standard you’d find in a good restaurant but don’t expect fine china or silver service. Great memories of eating Ital, steamed fish and BBQed lobster on tables made from tyres. Partner Samantha is a lobster snob and said the lobster was as good as anything she’s had from fine restaurants in London, Paris, St Martin or Italy.
Great memories.
Lovely sandy beach. Good snorkelling but would advise that you should be a confident swimmer as it gets deep quite quickly.
Jamil’s shack was fantastic. Doesn’t look impressive so don’t be put off by appearances. Ate there three times in a week and no hygiene issues. Food was of a standard you’d find in a good restaurant but don’t expect fine china or silver service. Great memories of eating Ital, steamed fish and BBQed lobster on tables made from tyres. Partner Samantha is a lobster snob and said the lobster was as good as anything she’s had from fine restaurants in London, Paris, St Martin or Italy.
Great memories.
Written 17 December 2022
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Judy S
Granville, MA4 contributions
Feb 2022
The beach here is lovely. Its a bit farther out from where the cruise ships dock. My daughter and i were thee February 3rd 2022. we had a lovely lady taking excellent care of all our drink needs on the beach. A nice gentleman took care of getting us chairs , a umbrella and WiFi so my daughter could play Pokemon go. The water is lovely. The view beautiful all you have to do is relax, and soak in the sweet island life. There are also some very lovely ladies that sell hand made jewelry, hand made cover ups all beautiful. If you visit Antigua i highly recommend you visit this beach and the lovely people who tend it.
Written 14 February 2022
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C+B
London, UK6 contributions
Aug 2021 • Couples
One of our favourite beaches we visited during our holiday. The clearest waters and surprisingly quiet! We hired a paddle board and kayak from Cheyvone at Padenterprise and a jet-ski from a local.
Note, Ffryes was a little tricky to navigate to by car.
Note, Ffryes was a little tricky to navigate to by car.
Written 18 August 2021
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We are arriving on a cruise how is it getting a taxi back to the ship from the beach. Worried about no taxi watching the ship sailing away
Written 7 June 2023
Taxis usually wait and do the return. Just go and enjoy .
Written 8 June 2023
Arriving on a cruise. What are the best transportation options from the ship to Fryes beach and back to the ship
Written 6 January 2023
Can you rent snorkeling equipment at this beach? Any way to lock up valuables? Thank you!!
Written 11 June 2019
As per previous answer you cannot rent snorkelling equipment. There is no where to leave valuables.
Written 14 June 2019
Where did you pick up the van at the cruise terminal. Did they tell what time they pick you up.
How long did you spend at beach
Cruise line is $58.99
Written 25 April 2019
I have never been to Ffryes beach as part of a cruise but I am aware that some of the cruise ships organise trips there. If you want you could just get a local taxi to take you there from St John's. It is probably 20 - 30 minutes drive depending on traffic. You can rent your own sun bed and have lunch at Denis Cocktail Bar and Restaurant on the beach. You should have no problem getting a taxi back to the ship.
Written 26 April 2019
We are taking our “young” 90 year old aunt on a cruise stoppiyin Antigua. Do you recommend Ffryes beach for her and is there a restaurant there. Thank you.
Written 13 February 2019
Fit for a Queen.Yes I highly recommend the beach and there is a restaurant called Dennis Bar and Restaurant you will not be disappointed.
Written 4 March 2019
Hi there
How many people are allowed in a taxi ?
There are 5 in our party
Thanks
Richard
Written 27 January 2019
It’s a min bus van so all five will fit.
Written 30 January 2019
Is there any snorkeling from the beach?
Written 26 November 2018
Hi...I have slight mobility issues. If we took a taxi from the cruise port to Ffryes Beach, how far would I have to walk from the cab to the beach? Is it flat or hilly? Thank you!!
Written 5 November 2018
About 50-100'. It's flat with grass and fine sand.
Written 6 November 2018
Can you please tell me how you returned to the Cruise Port? Did the same shuttle bring you back? Thank you!
Written 30 September 2018
Yes. Just ask the driver when you get in for a return. Tell him the time, and he will be there. Ours introduced us to the lounger seller, and she reminded us well in advance that he was going to be arriving soon! In the rare case of them not being there, there are plenty of others all the time. Most of the drivers are related to the lounger sellers so they tend to work in harmony, and I am sure they could rustle up a cab in a second if you wanted to leave early.
Written 17 October 2018
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