For those professionals who treat breaks from the corporate world as sacred, it is very important that they spend it to the fullest and perhaps in a place they can call paradise. For families who want to spend quality time together, a place that provides activities and bonding sessions would truly be a haven, and that is exactly what a Barbados vacation is all about.
Barbados is located in the heart of the Caribbean and on the easternmost island of the Lesser Antilles. As much of the country is surrounded by coral reefs, divers from around the world religiously visit Barbados to explore the wealth of marine life that thrives in its crystal clear aquamarine waters. Some of the underwater tours offered to tourists include expeditions to shipwrecks dating from 1917 to 1996. By the way, this particular species is now considered endangered.
And from countless testimonials from regular and first-time holiday visitors to Barbados, the Bajans are one of the most cheerful and hospitable people in the world. Not to mention, they are very artistic, seen in the local handicrafts available in the commercial areas of Bridgetown. His hospitality and vibrant personality also comes to the fore during island festivities, such as the famous Crop Over Festival, which is a 14-week celebration.
Barbados has a tropical climate that invites beach lovers from around the world all year round to enjoy the island’s gleaming beauty. The nation is also outside the area prone to hurricanes and tropical storms. The last time it was hit by a devastating storm was more than 50 years ago.
No Barbados vacation will be complete without at least soaking up one of the pristine beaches and playing in the glistening pink and white sand. The best beaches in the world are found along the long stretch of the Barbados coastline, including Sandy Lane Beach, Crane Beach, and Brighton Beach.
Rum and food are also two great reasons friends and couples enjoy staying a week or more in Barbados. Good food like macaroni pie and fried flying fish, mongo rice and island-style banana fritters. And where else can you taste the best rum in the world, but in your own home. People would often recommend dark rum for heavy drinkers. There are more than 15,000 rum shops dotted around the island, so guests will have no excuse not to try the drink that originated from the haven of Barbados.
The usual end to a really enjoyable holiday is shopping and Barbados will give you a thousand and one ideas and shops to choose from selling basics and handicrafts at duty free prices. The long stretch of market and stalls in Bridgetown, the capital city, is sure to delight all shopaholics. Here, tourists can buy locally made pottery, baskets, and paintings; All of the products that can be found here are proudly handcrafted and painstakingly perfected.