WINE & DINE Nightlife in Barbados is endless with its many festivals, clubs, and excellent restaurants. A dining experience unlikely to be matched awaits you at The Cliff. Perched atop a seaside precipice, each candlelit table overlooks the water, offering a stunning view to complement your unforgettable meal. Daphne’s is where to go to see and be seen. For more local fare, search out The Village Bar, tucked away in the tiny village of Lemon Arbour. Sample such specialties as Pudding and Souse (traditionally served on Saturday) along with Baked Macaroni Pie. Wash it all down with a local beverage such as golden apple juice or a ginger beer. Don’t miss your chance to mingle with the locals at Oistins Friday Night Fish Fry in Christ Church—a lively Bajan-style weekend street festival where Calypso music, local delicacies such as flying fish and Jug Jug (usually eaten at Christmas), and the island’s laidback mood all add up to carefree fun. No trip to Barbados is complete without a visit to the Mount Gay Rum Distillery—the oldest, most famous rum in the world. Expertly crafted from the rich sugar cane, then processed into molasses, it is eventually turned into liquid gold. After the tour let the master bartender make a special rum-based cocktail for you.
WHERE TO STAY
Resorts and hotels are generally small and luxurious. Most offer entertainment, activities, water sports and a spectacular sunset every night. Colony Club Hotel The signature hotel of the seven Elegant Hotel properties on Barbados is certainly elegant but with an understated style and tone that’s primarily targeted to adults. The resort boasts a beautiful beachfront and a lagoon-style pool that meanders through the 7 acres of tropical gardens—a romantic setting, indeed. Excellent service is a hallmark here. Turtle Beach Resort You’ll find plenty to do at Turtle Beach at this mostly family resort. First of all, it’s all-inclusive—so all meals, beverages, and activities are included in the rate. And the Flying Fish Kids’ Club keeps youngsters busy with treasure hunts, supervised swims, and games. That allows parents to play tennis, learn to windsurf or sail, relax on the beach, go exploring, or enjoy a dinner for two. Families also enjoy time together—cooling off in the three pools, riding the waves on boogie boards, and patronizing the famous ice cream parlor!
Barbados Bathsheba Surf Colony Club
Sandy Lane
Sandy Lane Hotel & Golf Club Few places in the Caribbean can compare to Sandy Lane’s luxurious facilities and ultrapampering service—or its astronomical prices. But for the few who can afford to stay here—guests include royalty, celebrities, and the otherwise rich and famous—it’s an unparalleled experience. Enjoy elegant dining, the Caribbean’s best golf courses, a tennis center, and a full complement of water sports…even an airport welcome and round-trip transfers via luxury car. A 5-bedroom villa is available to those who wish to vacation in their private mansion. The Crane Founded in 1887 on a seaside cliff near the site of a small commercial port, it was the island’s first resort and has remained the Caribbean’s oldest hotel in continuous operation. Today, it has been transformed into a luxurious, gated, villa community with numerous pools, several restaurants and one of the best beaches in Barbados. The historic hotel rooms and suites are decorated with original antiques; corner suites have walls of windows and wraparound patios or balconies with panoramic views of the sea. For more information on Barbados, go to visitbarbados.org. • OCTOBER 2019 | NEW YORK LIFESTYLES MAGAZINE | 33