Throughout the world, Barbados holidays are known for its great beaches and picturesque landscapes. This is also the reason why professional photographers regularly fly to Barbados for magazine and advertisement shoots. And within the 11 Parish districts of Barbados, St. James is home to the most popular and fantastic coastline on the island. Furthermore, it has been labeled as the square of the world’s rich and famous.
St. James is situated within the Platinum Coast or West Coast of Barbados, a selection of world-class resorts and restaurants. This is a magnificent place where most of the 500,000 tourists stay and enjoy each year. According to many Bajans, the properties within the 6 mile stretch of the Parish are owned by 18 of the planet’s prominent billionaires. Here, visitors on a Barbados holiday will never tire of gazing at the dazzling and glamorous beach mansions, the stunning sunset scene as the horizon turns orange to purple, the cool breeze blowing from the seas, the sand bright white and crystalline aquamarine. waters All these are within a center that is St. James.
Mango Bay, Treasure Beach, and Discovery Bay are just three of the most famous beaches that surround the beautiful Caribbean island. This parish is not only known for its beaches to die for, but also for activities that are sure to bond with family and friends. The Holetown Festival takes place every second week of February and this is a great opportunity for tourists to immerse themselves in the Bajan culture and enjoy the food and festivities. This is a celebration of the fusion of African and English traditions. People can expect live band performances, historical programs, and vibrant parades during this festival. And since it’s guaranteed to be a free for all, February is considered the peak tourist season in this district. Expect hotels and lodges to be fully booked during this Barbados holiday season, so guests are strongly advised to make reservations early. Holetown is the largest town on St. James.
Shopping is also one of the attractions within St. James during Barbados vacations. The three malls that enhance tourism within the area are Chattel House Village, Sunset Creek and West Coast Mall. Tourists can enjoy a shopping spree of brand name and luxury items absolutely duty free; Passport and return ticket are required before making use of said promotion. Indeed, a joy that paints inside the heart of a shopaholic.
And like some of the other 10 parishes, St. James is home to the best churches in the Caribbean. St. James Parish Church which has attracted thousands of tourists each year was built in 1628. It was restored shortly after the fire that burned down the entire building in 1700. Other spiritual centers include St. Albans Church and St. Francis of Assisi .
The population within the St. James district is said to be 25,110 and around 4% of these are employed in the tourism industry. And it’s a 40-minute drive from the capital city, Bridgetown.