Whether you seek soft beaches, powerful surf, refined sophistication or an up-tempo, festive feel, Barbados has something for everyone. It is the easternmost of the Lesser Antilles islands and, as such, enjoys the graces of two oceans; the Caribbean Sea on the west side and the Atlantic Ocean on the east.

 

  

Barbados boasts luxurious hotels, inns and villas lining its many beaches. Visit the famous Millionaires’ Playground (a.k.a. Platinum Coast), Barbados’ premier festival, Crop Over, which traditionally celebrated the end of the sugar season, lasts for five weeks and includes markets, carnival shows, calypso concerts and colourful parades. 

 

The island offers plenty: Broad Street in Bridgetown, the island’s capital city, is home to several large department stores and duty-free shops offering prices that can be significantly lower than those back home. Take a tram ride through Harrison’s Cave to view stalactites, stalagmites, waterfalls and pools.  Stroll through Andromeda Gardens, or tee off at one of three golf courses, including the Green Monkey, at the famous Sandy Lane Resort. The Garrison Savannah horse races are a hot ticket and other popular sports include cricket (the national sport), tennis, squash and polo.