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Popular Rum Shops in Barbados

Barbados locally distills several brands of rums and even has its own signature brand Mount Gay Rum, one of the oldest and most prestigious rum brands in the world. Having such a rich history in rum production, it is no wonder that rum is a symbol of Barbadian Heritage and Culture, reflected in the fact

At The Airport – Shops and Retail Stores at the Grantley Adams International Airport

At the airport, it is nice to have something to do, whether you are on a connecting flight, or experiencing a flight delay. The Grantley Adams International Airport has a good collection of shops and eateries, to accommodate these persons, as well as friends and loved ones waiting with someone or those who desire to
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Dining by the Water’s Edge – St. Philip

Fine Dining L’Azure Restaurant             Located at the Crane Hotel in Barbados, the award winning L’Azure hotel is famous for its delicious and fresh seafood and its magnificent ocean views. If you are looking for a night of elegance, then this restaurant is the place to be. Its main attraction is the Sunday breakfast complete
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What’s in a Town? – Oistins

History Oistins is located on the south of the island. It is a major fishing community in Barbados and the site of the annual fish festival which honours and recognizes those to contribute to the local fishing industry. In 1639 there was a clash between the Royalists and Round head supporters over the bid for

What is the National Cultural Foundation?

Founded in 1983 by an Act of Parliament, the National Cultural Foundation (NCF) is a statutory body tasked with overseeing the cultural landscape of Barbados. During the first two years of operation, it worked in areas of community development and culture. The island was at that time divided into seven zones, each with a field

Codrington College

Located in St. John, Codrington College was built in 1743, making it the oldest Anglican Theological College in the Western Hemisphere. The College was named after Christopher Codrington, who after he died, left two estates to the Society for the Propagation of the Gospel, in addition to a large sum of money, in order to
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Bringing the Stars Closer to Earth Featurette: Edwin Yearwood

Our final feature in this series of “Bringing the Stars Closer to Earth” is on SEdwin Yearwood. This article will take an interview style format, with most of the responses coming from several different articles. Who was Edwin Yearwood as a child? In one word…shy! I always loved signing but many times I would just
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Dining by the Water’s Edge – St. Peter

Fine Dining The Camelot Restaurant Located at the Cobblers Cove Hotel, this restaurant  is popular with both locals and tourists as the chef prepares meals with stunning flavour combinations. In addition to this, the best wines are available so you have the perfect wine to complement your meal. Add the cool ocean breeze and the
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Bringing the Stars Closer to Earth Featurette: Lil’ Rick

Our next feature in this series of “Bringing the Stars Closer to Earth” is on Lil Rick. This article will take an interview style format, with most of the responses coming from several different articles. Before I ask anything else I have to know. How did you come up with the nick name Hypa Dawg?
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What’s in a Town? – Holetown

Holetown was the first place of settlement in Barbados and is the third largest town on the island. Located in the parish of St. James, it was originally called Jamestown after King James the 1st of England. The name “Holetown” came about because ships used to be off loaded and cleaned in a small channel/hole
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The Re-Developed Bushy Park Racing Circuit

Bushy Park Barbados is the leading circuit racing facility in the English-speaking Caribbean, having hosted a number of regional events over the years. Originally constructed by a team of sugar cane plantation workers, Bushy Park Barbados was first opened in the early 1970s. However, in August of 2013, a redevelopment of the venue project began.
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Swimsuit Guide: Swimwear for Various Body Types

Many women avoid going to the beach because they feel they don’t have that ideal “beach body”. Some feel that they may be too big and that the only nice swimsuits out there are bikinis. Others who are secure with their body, have difficulty finding or choosing the swimsuit that is ideal for their body
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The Barbados Garrison and the Garrison Historic Area

Also known as St. Ann’s Garrison, this 150-acre area functioned as the British Garrison for 126 years and was the first of its kind in the West Indies.  It is also one of the most intact British Garrisons in the entire world. This area was said to have fantastic defence capabilities for the British. The
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Bringing the Stars Closer to Earth Featurette: Stedson “Red Plastic Bag” Wiltshire

Our next feature in this series of “Bringing the Stars Closer to Earth” is on Stedson “Red Plastic Bag” Wiltshire. This article will take an interview style format, with most of the responses coming from several different articles.   Tell us when you first started singing. Well to be honest I began performing in 1979,
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Dining by the Water’s Edge – St Michael

Fine Dining Brown Sugar Restaurant Perfect for casual, yet elegant dining, the Brown Sugar Restaurant provides both local and creole cuisine with a beautiful ambiance. It provides a buffet style lunch from Sunday to Friday, while dinner is served each night from 6pm. Additionally, there is live entertainment on selected nights. What they said: This
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The Coconut Oil-Oatmeal Face Mask for Acne

Acne is one of the most common skin issues that affects Caribbean men and women. It occurs at almost any age and most frustratingly, it can occur almost randomly. There are many anti-blemish facial washes, toners and creams on the market, but these chemical products usually end up leaving a huge dent in our pockets,
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What’s in a Town? – Speighstown

History Speightstown is the 2nd largest and northern most town in the island. Rooted in history, Speightstown houses many buildings dating back to the early settlement days. It also has a very historic feel; as you walk along the town you see many vendors selling fruits and vegetables as well as various handmade jewellery. Speightstown
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A Month by Month Guide of Significant Dates in Barbados’ History

Like many of our fellow Caribbean islands, the island of Barbados has a rich history rooted in slavery. However, slavery isn’t the only notable historic event to have occurred in our tiny corner of the world. So on today, Emancipation Day, we take a look at some of the other important events in or history
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The Equestrian Circuit in Barbados

Snapshot With the popularity of other sports such as cricket, football and basketball, equestrian sports got off to a slow start when the Barbados Show Jumping Federation was formed in the 1960s. However, after a brief existence, this organization was dissolved and subsequently replaced in the 1970s by the Barbados Equestrian Association (BEA). In order
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Something New – New Twists on Old Wedding Traditions

More and more couples have been showing a more adventurous spirit when planning their wedding. While they do appreciate that some of the old age wedding traditions are significant, they put their own twist on them. What is significant about most modern weddings, is the effort that is put into making sure the ceremony is
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