There are some holiday destinations in the world that just scream fun and adventure, and Barbados is one of them. This fabulous island full of undiscovered treasures was long considered a destination for the rich and famous, but it is now accessible all and tourists are flocking from all corners of the globe to enjoy time here and create memories that last a lifetime.
Barbados is situated north east of Venezuela and east of the Windward Isles where the Caribbean Sea meets the north Atlantic. The mild tropical climate, sweeping landscapes and some of the friendliest people you could wish to meet make this a perfect holiday hotspot. Add to this the vibrant buzz of the lively streets and you truly have all the ingredients for the holiday of a lifetime.
Due to its location, Barbados has an average annual temperature of between 75-80F and as the weather conditions stay relatively the same all year round, there is no good or bad time to visit Barbados. Winters are warm, summers are hotter, and proceeding the months of summer there is always the possibility of rain.
Millions of tourists flock to Barbados every year, and there is a lot more to this island than just a beach holiday, even though the white sands are some of the most beautiful in the world. Watersports in the crystal clear waters are as popular as you would expect, and swimming, diving, snorkeling, kayaking, parasailing etc are all available off the coast of Barbados.
The towns on the island are colourful and exciting and well worth the time to have a good look around. The Barbadian capital is Bridgetown, and here you can see such ancient and historical landmarks such as the Neogothic Parliament buildings, Bridgetown Synagogue, the National Heroes Square and an awful lot more. Those interested in history will love wandering the streets and taking in heritage of the island.
Other attractions well worth exploring out of town are the Chalky mount Potters, East Coast Road and Crane Beach. As you will imagine, the food here is exemplary. Whether you pay a visit to one of the top restaurants such as the Cliff, The Lone Star or the Red House inn, or one of the smaller eateries favoured by the locals, you are guaranteed a meal that will make your mouth water just looking at it.
