About Barbados

Barbados was first settled by the British in 1627 and many British traditions are now an intrinsic part of the Bajan culture.

It is the most easterly of the Caribbean islands and the ideal introduction to the West Indies.

Barbados has something for everyone, but has not compromised its idyllic charm by becoming too developed. You won’t find high-rised hotels, arcades or hamburger chains.

You will find beautiful white sand beaches, swaying palms beside warm blue seas and some of the friendliest people in the world. The island’s interior has a fascinating abundance of flora and fauna and the eastern Atlantic side is ruggedly beautiful.

The “platinum” west coast is renowned for its luxury hotels fronting the soft white sands and calm waters of the Caribbean.

For the sports enthusiast there is everything from golf to horse racing with some of the best water sports in the world and, for cultural interest, there is the island’s varied history and host of stately homes and elegant plantation houses to visit.

Barbados has a cosmopolitan atmosphere with a wide selection of restaurants and night life. For those wanting to discover the variety of the Caribbean the island makes an ideal chose.