St James Club & Villas Antigua, part of the Elite Island Resorts Group, recently welcomed The X Factor and The Xtra Factor crews, as well as Judge Nicole Scherzinger, after being selected as an official location for the exciting Judges' Houses part of the popular ITV show.  Nicole and her contestants found time between rehearsals and performances to enjoy the resorts beaches, restaurants, as well as some downtime at the Tranquility spa.  From meeting guest mentor Mary J Blige off the St James Club catamaran to performing on the resort's stunning Jetty surrounded by turquoise waters, Nicole, the crew and contestants were able to experience why so many come to unwind and recharge at St James Club Antigua. 

Paula Whitehead, European managing director, Elite Island Resorts, said: "We were delighted to welcome the show, judge and contestants to our resort. In between filming and the contestants' rehearsals, it was great for them to really enjoy the aspects of our resort so many of our guests come back year after to year to enjoy - from our waterfront dining, pools and beach locations to the spa menu and stunning room and villa views.  We're a slice of glamour and pampering available to all travellers"

British Airways offer seven nights at St James Club & Villas Antigua from ￡1399 per person based on November 2013 departures.  Includes return flights from Gatwick and accommodation on an all-inclusive basis.  For reservations visit: www.ba.com/stjamesclubantigua or call 0844 493 0758

Antigua and Barbuda have been a long-time celebrity retreat and Nicole Scherzinger and her guest judge Mary J Blige  are now among other A-listers including Eric Clapton and Giorgio Armani who have been spotted holidaying on the island. Pierce Brosnan and Oprah Winfrey are also big Antigua fans whilst Princess Diana counted Barbuda as one of her favourite holiday spots. More recently JLS's JB and legendary cricketer Sir Vivian Richards have been spreading the word on the stunning islands they call home. Activities on the island range fromvisits to historic Nelson's Dockyard and sailing in the numerous regattas to swimming with stingrays and island safaris. 

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About St James Club & Villas Antigua 

Tucked away on a secluded 100 acre peninsula on the southeastern coast of Antigua, the 254 room St James Club & Villas is located just 40 minutes from the airport. It's ideal for family getaways or romantic retreats with a variety of rooms, suites and villas tochoose from.  The resort features 4 restaurants, a spa and fitness centre and is a great location to explore Island attractions including Shirley Heights and the rain forests.

About Elite Island Resorts 

Elite Island Resorts is a collection of beachfront resorts in the Caribbean, well-loved by the British market and sold through tour operators including BA, Virgin Holidays, Kuoni, Thomas Cook and Caribtours.  Resorts include:  St. James's Club & Villas, The Verandah Resort & Spa and Galley Bay Resort &Spa in Antigua; Morgan Bay Beach Resort in St. Lucia; Long Bay Beach Resort & Villas in Tortola; Palm Island Resort in St. Vincent and the Grenadines and The Club Barbados Resort.

For more information visit: www.eliteislandresorts.co.uk

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