{"id":17667,"date":"2016-02-10T09:07:50","date_gmt":"2016-02-10T14:07:50","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/?p=17667"},"modified":"2020-06-22T16:25:07","modified_gmt":"2020-06-22T20:25:07","slug":"reasons-visit-barbados","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/reasons-visit-barbados\/","title":{"rendered":"9 Reasons to Visit Barbados"},"content":{"rendered":"

Besides its sunny beaches, Barbados<\/a><\/strong> is known for its British roots, friendly people, and shining star: Rhianna. This charming Caribbean island is small in size, but carries a refinement that attracts both the elite and backpackers wanting a taste of the island life. You may associate Barbados as the luxury island and\u00a0we explain why. Here are our top 9\u00a0reasons to visit Barbados:<\/p>\n

1. Beaches<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\"Barbados<\/a><\/p>\n

Beaches are more pristine on Barbados\u2019 west coast, while the more rugged east coast makes it a good spot for surfing. People visit to kayak, swim with turtles, and snorkel past the colourful coral reefs surrounding the island. Luckily, there are no vendors trying to sell you products while you sunbathe, just the warm ocean breeze and swaying palms to keep you company.<\/p>\n

2. Harrison\u2019s Cave<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\"Harrisons<\/a><\/p>\n

The most famous of the Barbados landmarks is Harrison\u2019s Cave, with its pools, waterfalls, and crystal-clear waters. Take a day trip<\/a> to guide you through the underground system of tunnels and see the display of stalactites and stalagmites, natural mineral formations that hang from the ceiling or emerge from the ground.<\/p>\n

3. Restaurants<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\"Fish<\/a><\/p>\n

The cuisine is Barbados is top-notch \u2013 and visitors know it. From mahi-mahi to macaroni pie, Barbados boasts a ton of specialties. While you won\u2019t find the golden arches, you will find the fast-food chain, Chefette with their broasted chicken, Banks Beer which originated in Barbados, and fresh mangos, coconuts, and sugar cane. Don\u2019t miss out on a taste of the spicy, salty fish cakes or a slurp of Rum Punch, a cocktail made with Mount Gay Rum from the world\u2019s first rum distillery! This rum has been crafted using Barbados\u2019 sugar cane since 1703. Take a tour of the distillery and enjoy different varieties.<\/p>\n

4. Resorts<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\"Barbados<\/a><\/p>\n

Barbados isn\u2019t just for people with deep pockets: From luxury resorts where you can park your yacht to hostels where you can stay for cheap, Barbados has all types of accommodations for different budgets. There is a mix of all-inclusive and European plan hotels (sans meal plan), but a lot of people opt for a condo-style accommodation, bed and breakfast, seaside cottage, or boutique hotel as well.<\/p>\n

5. Shopping<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\"Barbados<\/a><\/p>\n

Shopping in Barbados is fantastic, with shopping malls, farmer\u2019s markets, and craft markets throughout. The main shopping area in Bridgetown is Broad Street, with the Bayshore Complex located just outside of the city. Bridgetown has great duty-free shops and department stores while Holetown and Speightstown have lots of craft and gift shops worth visiting.<\/p>\n

6. Nightlife<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\"Fish<\/a><\/p>\n

Barbados has some of the best nightlife in the Caribbean, from its nightclubs in the St Lawrence Gap (known as \u201cThe Gap\u201d) to the reggae music that makes up the island\u2019s soundtrack, to the famous Friday nights at Oistins seaside fish market for music, amazing food, and a good time. The Oistin\u2019s Fish Fry<\/a> transforms the village into a night-long street party with vendor stalls and pumping music. It\u2019s an experience you won\u2019t want to miss on your Barbados vacation<\/a>!<\/p>\n

7. Activities<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\"Fishing<\/a><\/p>\n

Barbados has activities like horseback riding, golfing, and visits to attractions like the Botanical Gardens and Garrison District. Enjoy water sports like body surfing, fishing, kayaking, parasailing, and kitesurfing \u2013 plus scuba diving and snorkeling to discover life underwater. You can also partake in sports like cycling, hiking, tennis, and more.<\/p>\n

8. Bridgetown<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\"Bridgetown\"<\/a><\/p>\n

A UNESCO World Heritage Site and capital city rich in history, Bridgetown offers cultural buildings, shopping malls, and street vendors. The Bridgetown Boardwalk is a great place to enjoy a view of the sunset and boats. If you\u2019re looking for history, visit National Heroes Square, the Jewish Synagogue, and the Parliament Buildings.<\/p>\n

9. Bajan hospitality<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\"Barbados\"<\/a><\/p>\n

In Barbados, time is slow and people are friendly, a welcomed contrast to the hustle and bustle of life back home. Take the time to build friendships and soak up the culture: dance to the music, taste the food, and enjoy every moment.<\/p>\n

CONTACT AN AGENT WHO’S BEEN TO BARBADOS AT 1-800-665-4981 TODAY!<\/strong><\/h4>\n

For more tips, check out the 100 best things to do in Barbados<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Besides its sunny beaches, Barbados is known for its British roots, friendly people, and shining star: Rhianna. This charming Caribbean island is small in size, but carries a refinement that attracts both the elite and backpackers wanting a taste of the island life. You may associate Barbados as the luxury island and\u00a0we explain why. Here […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":37,"featured_media":17679,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_lmt_disableupdate":"","_lmt_disable":""},"categories":[3553,3617],"tags":[],"modified_by":"Amanda Stancati","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17667"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/37"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=17667"}],"version-history":[{"count":10,"href":"https:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17667\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":21921,"href":"https:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17667\/revisions\/21921"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/17679"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=17667"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=17667"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=17667"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}