Things To Do In Barbados
- Play Cricket
- Cycle tours
- Paragliding
- Polo
- Snorkelling
- Kite Surfing
- Hiking/Walking
- Sailing
- Golf Courses
- Fishing
- Parasailing
- Horse Riding
- Scuba Diving
- Kayaking
- Surfing
Flights To Barbados
Barbados is easily accessible from North America and Europe, with daily international flights available. A number of international airlines provide scheduled and charter services to Barbados and other countries, including British Airways, Britannia Airways and Air 2000 from the UK as well as Virgin Atlantic, Air Canada, West Jet, American Airlines, US Airways, American Eagle, Air Jamaica, Caribbean Airways. Airlines operating in and out of Barbados include a number of charter airlines which run services seasonally as well as several smaller airlines which link Barbados with the Caribbean and South America.
Flight times are about eight hours from London and about four hours from New York. The Capital City is Bridgetown and Barbados airport is Sir Grantley Adams International Airport 13km east of Bridgetown, in the parish of Christ Church. Alternatively, why not treat yourself to a Caribbean cruise on one of the many cruise ships that are based in Barbados, or pass through it. Why not enjoy that deep blue sea up close?
Barbados Accommodation
Barbados remains a surprisingly affordable holiday destination for the traveller, offering many luxury holiday resorts as well as a choice of first-rate hotel and accommodation options. That generous sunshine, stunning surf, delicious food and picture perfect views can be enjoyed from the luxury of first-class hotel accommodation as well as timeshares, small and medium sized local hotels and Barbados holiday rental villas. All of which, means that Barbados is a quality but accessible holiday destination in which to soak up the Caribbean sun.
Best Barbados Beaches
Barbados beaches are among the greatest in the world, made from ground coral forming a clean, fine, luxuriant and soft grained sand which is sensual to walk upon and so clean and inspiring to view and touch. There are few beaches on the island that are not made of the finest pure sand with rock pools, coves and in many cases that perfect gentle lapping sea to soak up as well. Some of Barbados’ best beaches are on the west coast, which is often referred to as the Platinum Coast; on account of its beautiful clear, warm waters and beautiful golden sandy beaches. There are several magnificent beaches here: Brandons, Batts Rock, Fitts Village, Paynes Bay, Sandy Lane and Folkestone Park in St James or Mullins Bay and Heywoods. In The South Coast of Barbados there is a mixture of the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean. This coast is more lively than the West Coast but calmer than the East or North Coasts. The South coast offers something for everyone - calm swimming and snorkelling over inshore reefs. The East and North coasts of Barbados meet the Atlantic Ocean where gigantic waves often crash along the shore and coral reefs. These beaches are not recommended for swimming except for a few of the protected bays.
Did you know? Barbados is the 51st richest country in the world in terms of GDP.
Barbados Celebrities
Unsurprisingly Barbados is the home and a regular holiday destination for numerous celebrities who take advantage of its hidden beaches and super climate and way of life. Sting, Prince Harry, David Frost, Jeremy Clarkson and Tony Blair have been regular visitors and also Mick Jagger. Cliff Richard has a home in Barbados. Pop Singer Rihanna and supermodel Jodie Kidd grow up in Barbados. Jennifer Aniston and Brad Pitt, Andrew Lloyd Webber, Bill Gates and Oprah Winfrey have all visited or lived on the island. Tiger Woods was married on Barbados to Swedish model Elin Nordegren. Barbados was also the only overseas destination visited by George Washington, the first president of the United States. Another famous visitor is Queen Elizabeth II. The English royal is the Barbados head of state.
Barbados Main Attractions
Barbados is a perfect Caribbean holiday destination whether it is a family holiday or a romantic retreat; with lots to see and do for all.
In fact Barbados boasts more attractions per square mile than any other Caribbean island! Here is just a sample:
Harrison’s Cave - Stalagmites, stalactites, lakes, streams and waterfalls, one of the finest cave networks in the world.
Gun Hill Signal Station – Lookout station built in 1818 offers magnificent views of Barbados. Now holds an interesting military exhibition.
Blackmans Gully - Part of an island wide series of gullies that form a vital ecosystem. The gullies are home to many animals, including the Green Monkey.
South Point Lighthouse - The first lighthouse on the island, with its red and white horizontal bands, is easily spotted from many points along the south coast.
Ocean Park - Freshwater and tropical Caribbean marine life can be found at the Ocean Park conservation centre.
Orchid World - Six acres of orchids in the heart of the Barbadian countryside. More than 20,000 Orchids are grown and displayed in this beautiful location.
Barbados Museum - Located in a former British Military Prison a museum featuring historical displays, including artefacts of the Amerindians, original inhabitants of the Caribbean.
George Washington House - George Washington, later to become the first President of the US, stayed in Barbados in 1751 for several months. Barbados was the only country he ever visited outside colonial America.
Bridgetown - Capital and commercial centre Bridgetown includes many fine restaurants, shops and visitor attractions including fine colonial buildings, not least the Parliament Buildings.
The Parliament Buildings - The Barbados Parliament was established in 1639 and is the third oldest Parliament in the entire Commonwealth.
Sunbury Great House - Historic Plantation House Tours in the blissful St Philip countryside. Sunbury is over 300 years old and is a superb example of a Barbados sugar estate great house. This listed building has magnificent Victorian rooms and furnishings.
