Barbados

For such a small island Barbados is very popular. Laid back and lively at the same time it has a great atmosphere. The beaches on this island are fantastic with the west coast lapped by the warm Caribbean and the east has the beauty of the rolling Atlantic waves.

With its colonial rule Barbados has a very British feel and from the red post boxes to the nation’s love of cricket it is like a home from home with the exception of the weather of course. The west coast is home to the native green turtles and this coast is lined with lively villages, great hotels and a fantastic coral reef. The south coast is another great stretch of sand and St Lawrence gap is a great place to chill out to the reggae sounds. Wherever you stay on this island it is easy to get around, nowhere is very far and there are great transport systems for getting around.

The capital Bridgetown is a great place to visit for shopping and sightseeing and hiring a car is worth it as the roads are very safe and they drive on the left! Excursions available include a ride on a submarine, beach parties and even a trip to the grenadines!! The climate of Barbados is similar to much of the rest of the Caribbean with excellent temperatures year round. The summer is when rainfall is at its highest although rain tends not to last for long. The following table gives you an idea on the climate of Barbados:

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Temp Celsius

29

29

29

30

31

30

30

31

30

30

30

29

Hours of sun

9

9

9

9

8.5

7.5

8.5

8.5

7.5

7.5

7.5

8.5

Rain CM

5.9

4.2

4.1

5.5

6.1

8.9

12.1

14.6

14.7

18

15.6

9.6

Barbados is a tropical getaway with an English feel and makes for a great getaway. Its beaches people and weather are excellent and well worth experiencing. Self catering is a good option here as prices are reasonable and restaurant quality very high, all inclusive is available but can be expensive. Take a look through the following links that will help you plan the perfect trip to the wonderful island of Barbados.

Kuoni – Great deals tailored to suit you

Thomson – Excellent choice of accommodation at bargain prices

Expedia – great flight and accommodation deals that work around you

Lonely Planet – informative and in depth guides on your Barbados holiday