Endless Holiday

Surrounded by pristine white beaches and turquoise waters, Barbados fulfills the ideal image of a tropical paradise. However, if one looks closer, he or she will discover that the island also offers unique and intriguing characteristics that are sure to please almost any vacationer.

Barbados features 70 miles of alluring coastline, making the beach the most popular way for first-time visitors to begin their vacation. The Platinum Coast, situated on the island’s western side, is one of the most popular beaches in Barbados, as it is lined with five star spa hotels, luxury resorts, and beautifully landscaped, state of the art golf courses. These outstanding attractions, framed by the calm Caribbean Sea, make Barbados a vacation destination that is sure to satisfy even the most discriminating individual. Those who wish to take in a day of surfing will want to head to the island’s south coast, where they can experience the turbulent waves of the invigorating Atlantic Ocean.

For the land lover, a jeep safari excursion is an excellent avenue through which one can explore historic plantations, old sugar mills, and the ancient churches that are located in the island’s capital of Bridgetown.

Shopping in Barbados is an exciting activity, as well, and most purchases are tax free as long as one can produce his or her passport or airline ticket. Barbados has shops, boutiques, and large, western-style outlets and fashion malls featuring high quality products, and helpful, friendly customer service. If one has limited time to shop, he or she will want to head to Broad Street in the heart of Bridgetown. At this location, one can find gold jewelry, paintings, batiks, designer clothing, and almost anything else he or she desires. Additionally, Saint Lawrence Gap and Pelican Village offer exceptional bargains on arts, crafts, and souvenirs.

Barbados is also well known for a boisterous nightlife, and those who enjoy partying until dawn can indulge in a wide variety of dinner shows, clubs, rum shops, beach bars, and twilight boat cruises. A wide range of music can be enjoyed by visitors, as well, and options include calypso, R’n’B, and the Caribbean’s celebrated reggae.

The island is also host to over thirty dive sites, where one can indulge in a guided tour of famous shipwrecks, both ancient and recent. Wreck diving has become very popular in recent years, and underwater tours of this nature are reasonably priced.

Whether searching for mainstream fun or attractions that are off the beaten path, those visiting Barbados are sure to have the experience of a lifetime, and want to return again soon.