An exceptionally proud country by any measure, Barbados boasts the type of colorful cultural heritage that breeds legends among its people, and admiration from just about everyone else. This is the birthplace of rum, after all. Consider geography, for instance. The island’s mountainous interior (highest point: 1,115 feet) combines with the windswept and beautifully under-developed eastern shore to create a nature-lover’s paradise. At the same time, some of the Caribbean’s most pulse-pounding nightlife, award-winning restaurants and some of the worlds’ most beautiful beaches are located right here in Barbados.
Bordering the western Atlantic Ocean & Caribbean Sea, Barbados is a tropical paradise with more than just powdery white sand beaches, a sparkling turquoise sea and clear blue skies. Barbados offers a wide variety of sights and activities that include everything from historic sites to tropical gardens and annual festivals and events. Elegant Hotels are located near many of the islands top attractions. Explore the island, spending your days, shopping at many of the island's boutiques and duty-free shops or simply enjoying endless complimentary water sports, shore excursions or beach activities where our beach ambassadors attend to your every beachside need.
Barbados Facts, Maps & Weather
The most eastern Caribbean island, Barbados extends 21 miles long and 14 miles wide covering 166 square miles that are divided into 11 parishes. The west coast on the Caribbean Sea is known for serene, quiet waters while the east coast on the Atlantic Ocean is perfect for windsurfing or boogie boarding.
Many international airlines serve Barbados, originating mainly from the USA, Canada and the United Kingdom, many with nonstop flights.
With an average daily high temperature of 78˚F / 26˚C, an average daily rainfall of less than ¼ inch and 3,000 hours of annual sunshine, it’s hard to imagine a place that enjoys weather any more perfect than in Barbados.
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LOCAL EVENTSBarbados' local events will be sure to enchant with each month bringing a new opportunity for exciting discovery. view details |
NIGHTLIFEBarbados after dark features an exciting mix of excellent restaurants, shows, romantic cruises, vibrant bars and nightlife. Enjoy everything from delicious Bajan cuisine and sailing along the Caribbean Sea, to the sounds of calypso and reggae music that set the scene for an unforgettable evening. view details |
SHOPPING & ENTERTAINMENTFrom fashionable Bridgetown to the craft villages highlighting hand-made ceramics, pottery and batik, Barbados shopping combines shining crystal, radiant jewelry and artwork treasures. Barbados shopping brings cherished mementos back home for a lifetime of memories. view details |
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ACTIVITIESThe island is full of surprises waiting to be explored. Visitors to Barbados can expect to find beautiful beaches, exhilarating water sports and championship golf. However, Barbados offers much more including historical sites, beautiful hiking and limestone caves. view details |