Barbados
Barbados is a small island that has many exciting things to see and do. Whether you're looking to swim, hike, snorkel, take a rum or history tour, or even go shipwreck diving, you will have many options! Everything is within reach in just 1 to 1.5 hours from Bridgetown, the capital city.
The Boardwalk stretches along the southern coast of Bridgetown, from Rockley Beach to Coconut Court Beach. If you feel the need for a bite or a drink, you will find plenty of little shacks and bars along the boardwalk.
You can walk along historic Bridgetown and visit Heroes Square to see the statue of Lord Nelson and the Parliament Buildings. Continue to see the Jewish Synagogue & St. Mary’s Church.
"The Garrison" still has fortifications, cannons, and a clock tower that serve as evidence of its past and the former British Military Prison now houses the Barbados Museum.
Carlisle Bay has some of the whitest sand and turquoise sea, making it a popular beach spot. The Carlisle Bay Marine Park features shipwrecks and a variety of colourful marine life, including turtles, starfish, sand dollars, and rays.
The cruise port is located within walking distance from Bridgetown and most attractions are close to the port, allowing the cruise traveller to enjoy a leisurely day at a laid-back pace. Local transportation and complimentary shuttle buses are also available.
As soon as you leave Bridgetown, the landscape becomes much more agricultural with sugar cane being the dominant crop. The views are beautiful as you drive along the coast, passing luxury resorts and long stretches of beach. You can find one of the best views from St. John’s Parish Church.
Mount Gay is the world's oldest commercial rum distillery and very much worth a visit.
Nicholas Abbey is one of the oldest surviving plantation buildings on the island and has a rum distillery, a museum, and a Terrace Café. Visitors can also enjoy a ride on the heritage railway, which goes through lush woods and around a nearby lake.
Explore the Animal Flower Cave, where from February to April, humpback whales may even pay a visit.
The Barbados Wildlife Reserve, located at the edge of Farley Hill National Park, has green monkeys, iguanas, tortoises, and snakes that roam freely. Admission to the reserve also includes access to Grenade Hall Signal Station and Forest.
Visit Harrison's Cave, where you can take a guided eco-adventure tour on a tram to see stalactites, stalagmites, and caverns.
The Barbados Dollar is the official currency. However, US dollars are accepted everywhere along with major debit and credit cards.
115/230 volts, 50 cycles. Standard plug types in Barbados are two flat blades or flat blades with a round grounding pin - most hotels provide converters for European or Asian appliances. North American appliances will not need converters.
Area code: 246
English is the official language of Barbados. However, you may hear an English-based dialect known as Bajan or Barbadian Creole.
