BARBADOS
A LITTLE SPOT OF ENGLAND IN THE CARIBBEAN
FULL OF NATURAL SPLENDOUR Explore Barbados top to bottom. There are so many
The island’s long history with England has left its mark.
twists and turns to Barbados’s coastline, we’re still
Amid the royal palm trees and white beaches, there
finding beaches and natural wonders. Delve into the
are English place names like ‘Cheapside Market’ and
deep mysteries of the island by rocketing through
Brighton. Cricket takes over their lives and televisions,
Harrison’s cave on an underground tram. The cave’s
and it’s easy find a cuppa. You certainly won’t feel
crystallised limestone cavern homes emerald pools
homesick in Little England.
and sparkling stalagmites.
CITY LIFE IN THE HISTORICAL BRIDGETOWN Retreat from the sophistication of the west coast to find the seat of Bajan culture. Bridgetown, the capital, throbs with life and reggae beats. Dabble in some shopping, wander to the Garrison (Barbados’s UNESCO site), maybe grab a bite to eat (and some rum) and watch the sun set over the harbour (and maybe another rum).
TOP FIVE THINGS TO DO IN BARBADOS 1. Swim with turtles on the west coast 2. Either watch a game or take lessons in Polo at Apes Hill Polo Club (seasonal) 3. Visit the rugged coastline of the east at Bathsheba and flower forest in St Joseph 4. Visit Mount Gay and take a cocktail tour to learn the history and production of Mount Gay Rum. And taste it of course. 5. Search for Bottom Bay, one of the island’s hardest to find beaches on the southeast, but you will be well rewarded for your efforts 40