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Things to do in the Month of March

The month of March features several important events on the Barbados’ yearly calendar, both sporting and entertainment wise. See below for our collection of 13 things to do this month. Banks Beer Brewery and Visitor Centre Tour and Friday Evening Lime Banks Brewery invites all interested persons to attend their visitor centre tour and evening

Those are the words of Carlo Petrini, President of Slow Food. This organization aims to reduce the amount of food that is imported into countries all over the world, while supporting local farms, chefs and other small scale producers. It is a movement that seeks to encourage persons to “eat local.” Slow Food defines the
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Real Real Bajan Games

Over the years, Barbadians have adopted many games as their own. These include rounders, pitching marbles, hopscotch, and warri. However, how many of the games currently played across the island have actually originated in Barbados? The answer is: not very many. In this article, we will feature look at those popular games with origins in
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Codrington College

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, to
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Best Spots in Barbados to Watch the Sunrise and the Sunset

Experiencing a sunrise or sunset is a very romantic and picturesque moment. However, even if you do not have that special someone, it is also a great experience to enjoy on your own. Barbados is ranked as one of the best Caribbean destinations to watch sunrises and sunsets. This article presents 12 of the best
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The Parish of St. John – Key Points of Interest

The Parish of St. John is located to the east of Barbados. Although it is located in the serene countryside, there are many key points on interest within this parish, certainly worth a few visits: Bath Beach Bath Beach is one of the most popular beaches on the east coast of Barbados and it is

A Valentine’s Day Playlist: Top Valentine’s Songs

Whether you are making a playlist for your loved one, or compiling a playlist for a romantic evening, it is essential that every couple has a Valentine’s playlist. Here is a compilation of the best Valentines Songs, with some classics and some newer songs, to make creating that playlist much easier. Truly Madly Deeply –
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Gearing It Up – Best places for under 35’s

Barbados is well known for its tropical atmosphere and glorious opportunities for sightseeing. However, maybe you are around 35 or younger and looking for that extra bit of excitement, or an upscale, chic atmosphere to chill and relax with some friends. Just for you, we have put together a collection of the best places for
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Top 10 Gift Ideas For Valentines Day

Top 10 Gift Ideas for Valentine’s Day   Valentine’s Day being labelled as the most romantic day of the year often brings with it a certain amount of pressure: pressure to get the perfect gift for your significant other. This gift giving guide is sure to help you relieve some of that headache this  

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

Jolly Roger Taste of the Caribbean Dinner Dance Show and Cruise There is no better way to spend your Thursday evenings than at the Jolly Roger Taste of the Caribbean Dinner Dance Show and Cruise. First, at 6pm, in the Jolly Roger Tavern, you can sit back and relax and enjoy the live floor show
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The House Arlington

Built in the late 18th century, Arlington House was in Speightstown 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 architechture in the island that shows Barbados’ influence on Charleston’s architecture in the
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Never a Dull Moment in Barbados – Things to do on Tuesday

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 the surroundings,
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Never a Dull Moment in Barbados – Things to do on Monday

Harbour Lights Monday Beach Extravaganza Dinner Show with Philip 7 and Masala Harbour Lights, an open air beachfront nightclub, presents you with the opportunity to dance in the sand under the stars to Phillip 7 and Masala every Monday night. A delicious, mouth-watering BBQ dinner with free flowing cocktails and dessert, caps off a great
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Top Thing to do on Date Night in Barbados

With busy schedules and increasing workloads, time to spend with the significant other becomes limited. However, that’s the ideal reason date night was invented, to take eat least one night a week to just be with each other without any distractions – work, kids etc. With so many things to do in Barbados, it could

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

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

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

Every Wednesday night from 10pm to 2am, come out and enjoy yourself at the Jolly Roger Shipwreck Dockside Party. Some of Barbados’ most well-known DJs, including Dave Smooth and Exodus, provide the entertainment for the night, blazing some of the best party music. Use this as a way of unwinding after a stressful day, or
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Barbados Museum & Historical Society

This society was established in 1933 by an act of parliament in an effort to document on permanent record, all aspects of Barbados’ history: old buildings, leading families and anything that is of historical interest. It is currently housed in the Garrison Historic Area, in the building that used to form the military prison at

Bajan Nicknames

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 a lack of understanding of their

Things to do on a Friday Night

1) 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 atmosphere.

Heritage Tourism in Barbados: What do we have to offer?

What is Heritage Tourism? Well, Heritage Tourism is travel to various countries not simply for leisure but to experience the unique cultural elements such as places and artefacts that represent the stories of its people past and present. Barbados was and still continues to be one of the places most frequented by visitors for fun
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