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Wreck the Dress: What is it and how to do it best in Barbados?

Tuesday, 06 December 2016 by Lasonta
Over the past few years, many persons have tried to come up with ideas to make weddings a little less ‘regular’ and a little more original. From wearing different colour dresses, to getting married away from home, several trends have emerged. The latest of these is “Wreck the Dress”. Here, we will detail for you
  • Published in Blog, Go For The ROMANCE, Latest posts
Tagged under: #gobarbados, Animal Flower cave, barbados, Barbados beaches, beaches, cake fight, Cave Exploring, Coles cave, destination weddings, Harisson Cave, Island safari, Paintball, snorkeling, stroke the beach, wear red wine, wear your wine, wedding ideas, wedding photo ideas, wedding reception, wedding trends, wreck the dress, wreck the dress caves, wreck the dress with wine

Popular Stocking Stuffers

Monday, 05 December 2016 by Lasonta
Christmas is one of the most festive and exciting times of the year but it can certainly be stressful when you have a long Christmas list and no ideas of what to buy. Here, we give the most popular stocking stuffers that are bought at this time of year to make gift giving a little
  • Published in Blog, Go For The SHOPPING, Latest posts
Tagged under: #gobarbados, christmas, diamonds for her, gift idea for her, gift ideas, gift ideas for him, gift ideas for the kids, popular stocking stuffers, stocking stuffer ideas, stocking stuffers, the perfect gift idea

Never a Dull Moment in Barbados – Things to do on Friday

Friday, 02 December 2016 by Lasonta
Oistins Fish Fry The best place to be in Barbados on a Friday (and Saturday night) is Oistins. The food is excellent, with wide varieties of dishes featuring Mahi Mahi, Tuna, Marlin, Flying fish, Lobster and Chicken available for persons to purchase. This is no high end nightclub, but rather a very informal yet festive
  • Published in Blog, Go For The CULTURE & EVENTS, Latest posts
Tagged under: #gobarbados

Exploring the Caves of Barbados

Thursday, 01 December 2016 by Lasonta
Exploring the Caves of Barbados Barbados has three major caves usually explored by locals and tourists. These are the ever-popular Harrison’s Cave, Animal Flower Cave and Coles Cave. This article will provide brief details about these caves, followed by details on how you can explore them. Harrison’s Cave One of the highest ranked attractions in
  • Published in Blog, Go For NATURE, Go For The ADVENTURE, Latest posts
Tagged under: #gobarbados, Animal Flower cave, cave explorers, Coles cave, explore barbados, Exploring the Caves of Barbados, Harrison's Cave, natural attractions

Dis is What We Do: Independence in Barbados

Monday, 28 November 2016 by Lasonta
In the Caribbean, one of the most significant days in each island’s history is the day of independence – the day they were officially free from outside rule and could govern their own affairs. Each country does something different to celebrate their Independence Day, and that is largely down to the culture of each island.
  • Published in Blog, Latest posts
Tagged under: #gobarbados, Barbadian culture, Barbadian festivals, Barbadian foods, barbados celebrates independence, Father of Independence, History of Barbados' Independence, Independence activities, Independence Ceremonial March, independence day, Independence Day parade, Independence food, Independence in Barbados, National colours, National Independence Festival of the Creative Arts, NIFCA, What happens in Barbados for Independence

The Arlington House

Thursday, 24 November 2016 by Lasonta
Built in the late 18th century in Speightstown, , Arlington House was constructed by the early settlers on the island in a classic “single house” design. The house was formerly the home of a wealthy merchant and is the only remaining piece of architecture in the island that shows Barbados’ influence on Charleston’s architecture in
  • Published in Blog, Go For The ADVENTURE, Latest posts
Tagged under: #gobarbados, arlington House, Arlington Museum, Barbados attraction, Barbados Museums, history of Speightstown, island memories, island treasures, part of barbadian history, Speightstown Barbados, tripadvisor reviews on Barbados

Bajan Nicknames

Wednesday, 23 November 2016 by Lasonta
            Genesis of Bajan Nicknames The concept of nicknames first originated in Barbados during the slavery era. During this era, slaves tended to use their native language to communicate in ways that the planter class could not understand. Because of this, the plantocracy decided to rename the slaves, due to
  • Published in Blog, Latest posts
Tagged under: #gobarbados, Bajan nicknames, Barbadian culture, childhood names, cultural nicknames, funny nicknames, genesis of nicknames, meaning of a nickname, popular nicknames, What is a nickname

Never a Dull Moment in Barbados – Things to do on Tuesday

Tuesday, 22 November 2016 by Lasonta
      Atlantis Submarine Night Dive Tours on the Atlantis Submarine are highly recommended as one of the best attractions/experiences in Barbados, for both adults and children alike. The Night tour, lasting an hr and 45 minutes, provides a different experience than the day tour as the use of the high-powered flashlights to illuminate
  • Published in Blog, Go For The ADVENTURE, Latest posts
Tagged under: #gobarbados, $6 Tuesday movies, Atlantis Submarine, Barbados Night dive, Jolly Roger Snorkel Tour, Olympus theatre, What to do in Barbados, what's on in Barbados

Bringing the Stars Closer to Earth Featurette: Rihanna

Monday, 21 November 2016 by Lasonta
Nice to have this sit down with you Rihanna. Let’s get the boring stuff out of the way shall we? Everyone knows you as Rihanna, but what is your full name. Robyn Rihanna Fenty. In interviews such as these we like to learn more about the “regular” life of our stars, so to speak. Tell
  • Published in Blog, Latest posts
Tagged under: #gobarbados, Did you know: Rihanna, rihanna bajan super star, Rihanna bringing the stars to earth, rihanna up close

What’s on the Inde­pen­dence Table for Lunch, Dinner and Dessert?

Friday, 18 November 2016 by Lasonta
These deli­cious del­i­ca­cies are just a snip­pet of the deli­cious cui­sine served across the island on Inde­pen­dence Day. Try one of them today!     Cou Cou and Fly­ing Fish This is the national dish of Bar­ba­dos. Cou Cou is made with corn­meal and okra and served with fly­ing fish and gravy. Mauby This is per­fect
  • Published in Blog, Go For The FOOD, Latest posts
Tagged under: #gobarbados, Bajan food, barbadian sweet bread, barbados celebrates independence, barbados national dish, bjan food culture, breadfruit and saltfish, breadfruit dishes, cassava pone, cocnut bread, cou-cou and flying fish, food barbadians eat, Independence dessert, Independence dinner, independence foo, Independence in Barbados, independence lunch, mauby

The Future Trust Future Trees Initiative

Thursday, 17 November 2016 by Lasonta
 The primary aim of this initiative is to not only make Barbados more beautiful, but to reduce the impact of climate change. The Future Trees Initiative encourages both locals and visitors to leave a gift to future generations by planting a tree. This tree planting will in turn enhance the green spaces of Barbados. This
  • Published in Blog, Latest posts
Tagged under: #gobarbados, Barbados charities, Barbados Conservation, Barbados Environment, Charitable organization, Future Centre Trust, Future Tree Initiative, Future Trust, help the enviroment, plant a tree

What’s on the Independence Table for Breakfast?

Tuesday, 15 November 2016 by Lasonta
Usually during Independence Month (November) Barbadians tend to eat more of their locally prepared dishes and treats, to help commemorate their unique heritage. Some of these treats, delicacies that will be on the Independence table for breakfast:   Fishcakes Made from a combination of salt (cod) fish, spices, seasoning and flour, these fried delights can
  • Published in Blog, Go For The FOOD, Latest posts
Tagged under: #gobarbados, Bajan bakes, bajan breakfast, bajan cutters, Bajan food, Bajan food culture, Barbadian bakes, barbadian fishcakes, Breadn' two, Independence food, Independence in Barbados, independence treats, November treats, What' s for breakfast in barbados

Christmas During Independence? Yay or Nay?

Friday, 11 November 2016 by Lasonta
        “Christmas is an important event in our year, but they [Christmas and Independence] can both be highlighted without sacrificing the one, in our anxiety to highlight the other. I should like to exhort you, the representatives of the media and corporate Barbados, to make a commitment to promoting the spirit of
  • Published in Blog, Latest posts
Tagged under: #gobarbados, Bajan opinions, Christmas in Barbados, Independence in Barbados

What’s on the Independence Table? Snacks & Treats

Thursday, 10 November 2016 by Lasonta
Usually during Independence Month (November) Barbadians tend to eat more of their locally prepared dishes and treats, to help commemorate their unique heritage.  Here are some of these treats: Conkies The #1 Bajan delicacy around the Independence period. Conkies are made with different ground provisions along with sugar and spices and steamed over the stove
  • Published in Blog, Go For The FOOD, Latest posts
Tagged under: #gobarbados Barbadian Sweet treats, Independence food

Rihanna @ Madame Tussauds

Tuesday, 08 November 2016 by Lasonta
Madame Tussauds is the oldest wax museum in the world, having opened its doors some 200 years ago. Originally, it was founded in London but now has various branches all over the world, making it very accessible to interested persons. Each museum has a collection of well known persons worldwide in various areas from music
  • Published in Blog, Latest posts
Tagged under: #gobarbados, madame Tussauds, rihanna, Rihanna at Madame Tussaud, rihanna bajan super star, Rihanna' wax figures, riri

Places to Get Married in Barbados

Monday, 07 November 2016 by Lasonta
Many visitors choose to get married in Barbados. At times, these weddings are spontaneous, other times, they are well planned by professionals or even themselves. One of the best things about getting married in Barbados is the fact that there is absolutely no shortage of places to get married, regardless of the type of wedding
  • Published in Blog, Go For The HISTORY, Go For The ROMANCE, Latest posts
Tagged under: #go barbados, beach weddings, destination weddings, getting married in Barbados, island wedding, outdoor wedding, Sea wedding, traditional wedding, wedding ideas, wedding locations
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