Your Barbados holidays start here, set in a sparkling blue and turquoise sea trimmed with white beaches and fringed with coral reefs, Barbados is often described as ‘the gem of the Caribbean’.
For Barbados holidays, there is nothing to worry about a place to stay as there are over 280 villas all over the region to accommodate guests from all over the world. What’s more, budget is also not a problem as there are many lounging houses to choose from ranging from the budget lounges up to the most luxurious hotels and villas. And to make it even more affordable, there are tour packages that is tailor made based on the traveler’s needs and budget.
In any case, once you are already in Barbados, make sure to include these towns in your itineraries so you can truly say that had made the most out of your trip.
1. Bridgetown
There are several attractions that are worth visiting in Bridgetown alone and these include the following:
a. The Careenage – this is a narrow cove where colorful boats make the water so alive. This runs through the center of the city.
b. The Queen’s Park – this park is best if you want a lovely romantic picnic right under big trees and in the middle of the perfectly manicured lawns.
c. Barbados Garrison base – this is a 17th century military base, used by the Leeward Island Command as well as British Windward. It features as museum and exhibits that display memorabilia and pictures that will give you a glimpse of the island’s past.
2. Holetown
At first sight, you will think that this place is modern, but actually this is the oldest town in the island of Barbados. It is hardly obvious that it is an old locality due to the modern buildings and infrastructures that have been built over the years.
Apart from the coastlines, you will find various restaurants, duty free shopping, pubs, and bistros around the city. The area is simply bustling with activities even at night.
3. Mullins
This is a beach that can be found in the town of St. Peter and it is in the list of the most well-known beaches on the west coast. The spot is a perfect example of a beach where you can laze on the sand with a big beach umbrella while the palm trees are swaying overhead. You can safely swim or choose to do some forms of popular beach water sport like jet ski.
There is also a beach bar where you can eat snack, lunch, or dinner. In the evening, you can stay here for a nightcap or simply grab a drink.
4. Sandy Lane
This town is known for its fantastic golf courses as well as the hangout of the rich and famous. And because of this, it is not hard to guess that this is where the expansive luxury villas are located.
5. Speightstown
Finally, another place that you must not miss when on Barbados holidays is the Spreightown. It is the very first commercial center of Barbados and main port is located there as well. The town has been neglected but it is being revived and is now the home of Port St. Charles – a luxury marina that the town is proud of. Other edifices like hotels and restaurants are also being built to further boost up the area’s economy and tourism.