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JET SET, GO… Award-winning destination specialist Letsgo2 shares its definitive guide to Barbados By LETSGO2
THINGS TO DO THE HIGHLIGHTS Go ‘liming with the locals’ at Oistins fish fry on a Friday night Watch a polo match at one of Barbados’ world class grounds Go on a sunset catamaran cruise along the west coast Visit Hunte’s Gardens - the most amazing garden you’re ever likely to see Hire a car and explore the rugged east coast
Visit an old plantation house and learn about Barbados’ rich history Seek out designer labels at Limegrove Lifestyle Centre and Holetown’s Chattel Village Learn to surf on the south coast
WHAT TO EXPECT The Bajan people are very welcoming, but there’s more to it than that. Everything has a British tint to it, whether it’s glimpsing cricket being played on village greens or sipping tea and nibbling scones in the afternoon. The rolling countryside of the island’s interior is reminiscent of Devon and Somerset, and you’ll see familiar place names like Scarborough, Worthing and Scotland. There’s one crucial difference, the weather in Barbados is far superior.
DINING IN BARBADOS Barbados boasts some of the best (and most expensive) restaurants in the Caribbean, including The Tides, The Cliff and Daphne’s (managed by the same team as its iconic Kensington counterpart). Seafood features on most menus, but you’ll also find Thai fusion, Italian and international cuisine in abundance. A trip to Barbados wouldn’t be complete without sampling the island’s national dish: flying fish. Traditionally, it’s fried in breadcrumbs and served in a cutter (bread roll) with a good dollop of Bajan hot pepper sauce.
The food is top-notch and the history is fascinating
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here’s so much to love about the Caribbean island of Barbados: the beaches are breathtaking, the weather’s near-perfect, the food is top-notch, the history is fascinating and the people are warm and welcoming. Barbados has it all.
WHERE TO STAY West Coast Blessed with soft sands, the west coast of Barbados is often called ‘The Platinum Coast.’ It’s where you’ll find all the luxury resorts such as Sandy Lane, Fairmont Royal Pavillion, as well as the upscale all inclusive offerings such as Colony Club and Mango Bay. South Coast The lively south coast is the place to stay if you like to do more than simply lounge by the pool. By day, there are watersports aplenty and after dark, St Lawrence Gap is a popular nightlife hotspot. Accommodation includes the highlyrecommended Sugar Bay Barbados, Bougainvillea Beach Resort and Turtle Beach by Elegant Hotels. LETSGO2 letsgo2.com A B S O L U T E LY. L O N D O N
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