Antigua and Barbuda’s Prime Minister Gaston Browne has officially announced that construction of the transformative One&Only Half Moon Bay Resort, a US$465 million luxury development, will commence in the second quarter of 2026. The revelation came during the government’s annual Budget Presentation on Thursday, positioning the project as the most substantial luxury tourism investment in the nation’s history.
Prime Minister Browne emphasized the project’s significant economic impact, projecting the creation of 400 construction jobs during the building phase, with several hundred additional permanent positions anticipated upon the resort’s opening. He characterized the development as a crucial catalyst for elevating Antigua and Barbuda’s high-end tourism market, demonstrating sustained investor confidence despite prevailing global economic uncertainties.
The One&Only development represents just one component within a broader portfolio of large-scale tourism investments currently advancing in the twin-island nation. This strategic expansion includes Murby Resorts, Nikki Beach Barbuda, the Buccaneer Beach Project, and extended Nobu operations—collectively poised to fundamentally reshape the country’s hospitality infrastructure and international appeal.
Renowned for catering to elite international clientele and maintaining exceptional service standards, the One&Only brand is expected to generate substantial global attention once construction commences. Beyond immediate job creation, the resort is projected to strengthen partnerships with local contractors and service providers while significantly boosting visitor expenditure levels upon operational launch.
The government has committed to releasing further details regarding construction timelines and associated community infrastructure developments as project preparations advance through subsequent planning phases.