Barbados Vacation

Barbados (Portuguese for the bearded ones) is named after the Banyan trees that are common to the island. Barbados today is a thriving tourist destination and boasts one of the highest standard of living and literacy rates in the developing world. The official language is English which makes it easy to talk to people and partake of the culture. While the currency is officially the Barbadian dollar, the US dollar is widely accepted. The southern and western coasts of Barbados boasts of beautiful white and pinkish beaches. The east side of Barbados is a mecca for surfers worldwide.

Barbados Savings

Accommodations range from guesthouses to luxurious resorts. The best way to Barbados savings is to avoid the peak season, use the Web for comparative shopping, or book a vacation package. Don't forget to include the cost of dining out when budgeting. Thus another way to save is to rent a villa or condo with a kitchen and do your own cooking.

Barbados: To See

  • Platinum Coast beaches
  • Bridgetown, the thriving capital of Barbados
  • Animal Flower Cave
  • Barbados Wildlife Reserve

Barbados: To Do

  • Sailing
  • Diving and Snorkeling. Reef and Wreck tours.
  • Hiking
  • Kayaking
  • Surfing
  • Golf

Barbados: Factoids

  • Barbados ranks in the top 30-35 countries in the Human Development Index rankings
  • Barbados' anthem is: In plenty and in Time of Need
  • English is the primary language
  • Over 265,000 people as of the last census
  • Eastern Standard time zone
  • Area code 246 - direct dial capacity to the USA
  • Barbados is 166 square miles
  • Barbados achieved independence from the United Kingdom in 1966