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Barbados is a destination for travelers looking for the authentic
Caribbean. Almost 400 years of history of dotted its landscape with romantic houses,
gardens and overgrown ruins, while Mother Nature has blessed the island with luscious
beaches, underground waterfalls and delicately carved coral reefs.
Each stretch of coastline brings thee traveller exciting new discoveries. Te West
Coast is home to celebrate resorts and secluded coves, lush rolling gardens and
a picturesque harbor with a state of the art cruise ship terminal. The Atlantic
facing East Coast is a windswept wonder sporting monolithic oceanside formations,
airy beach homes and breathtaking vistas. The vibrant South Coast is a hub for
dining, entertainment, windsurfing and varied accommodations. All told, the island
boasts a myriad of exhilarating attractions for travelers of all ages and tastes.
The personalized attention sought by all travelers is evident in Barbados. Bajans,
the friendly term used to describe Barbadians, are renowned for their genuine
warmth and hospitality, traits that make every visitor feel personally welcomed.
World-class sports facilities serve weekend warriors and professional athletes
alike. Golfers, divers and hikers will find their bliss in Barbados. Island horses
serve trail riders as well as Thoroughbred jockeys. Aside to board surfers: wit
its challenging crosscurrents, the East Coast's "Soup Bowl", situated in Bathsheba,
has drawn international stars like Kelly Slater to its annual November tournament.
Culinary enthusiasts will be enraptured by Barbados' superb dining, from an authentic
surfside meal of the island's signature flying fish to French cuisine at an award-winning
restaurant The island boasts 100 or so outstanding restaurants, manu offering
dining overlooking the sea. After dinner, relish Barbados' pulsating nightlife,
resounding with jazz, calypso, soca and the island's unique British-African "tuk"
rhythms. Music lovers know that Barbados' varied calendar of music festivals attracts
some of the worlds greatest stars.
Barbados' Caribbean charm is underscored by a modern infrastructure, a top-20
ranking in the United Nations' global quality-of-life index and one of the world's
highest literacy rates at 98%. The island is ideal for meeting and incentive travel,
with excellent freestanding hotel conference facilities and services to create
unforgettable events.
There's so much more to learn... Check out our Facts For The Visitor or read up on our reviews of everything about Barbados:
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