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Local Hotspots – St. Lawrence Gap
Tuesday, 16 January 2018
St. Lawrence Gap Are you looking for a place to have a nice dinner? What about a place to enjoy the local culture of Barbados? Do you want to have a good night out partying with friends? Looking for a nice restaurant, with an amazing view for that special person in your life? Are you
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What to do in Barbados this December 2017
Wednesday, 22 November 2017
December Run Barbados Series This exciting 3-day event is great for those who love to run. It is an event that attracts persons from various countries including Spain, Sweden, Canada, Germany, Italy, Britain and the USA. There will be 5 races over the course of the 3 days: Run for Fun, Run for a Cause
Top Things To Do This October 2017
Monday, 25 September 2017
October 28th Annual Barbados National Triathlon This event is hosted by the Barbados Federation of Island Triathletes (BFIT) and features a series of races held in the tranquil waters of the south and west coasts of Barbados, and scenic bike rides and run routes that take you across the island. Date: 1st Location: Barbados, Spring
Places to Get Married in Barbados
Tuesday, 19 September 2017
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
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At The Airport – Shops and Retail Stores at the Grantley Adams International Airport
Sunday, 17 September 2017
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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Whats on in Barbados 2018
Thursday, 07 September 2017
Codrington College
Sunday, 13 August 2017
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
Saturday, 12 August 2017
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
Friday, 11 August 2017
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
Thursday, 10 August 2017
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
Wednesday, 09 August 2017
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
The Barbados Garrison and the Garrison Historic Area
Sunday, 06 August 2017
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
Saturday, 05 August 2017
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
Friday, 04 August 2017
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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What’s in a Town? – Speighstown
Wednesday, 02 August 2017
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
The Equestrian Circuit in Barbados
Monday, 31 July 2017
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
Sunday, 30 July 2017
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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Bringing the Stars Closer to Earth Featurette: Anthony “The Mighty Gabby” Carter
Saturday, 29 July 2017
Our next feature in this series of “Bringing the Stars Closer to Earth” is on Anthony “The Mighty Gabby” Carter. This article will take an interview style format, with most of the responses coming from several different articles. Quick Facts Name: Anthony Carter Born: March 30th, 1948 Tell us a bit about yourself. I’m the
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Dining by the Water’s Edge – St. Joseph
Friday, 28 July 2017
Fine Dining The best places to engage in fine dining by the water’s edge in St. Joseph are: The Atlantis Restaurant With an internal capacity of 120 persons and a deck capacity of 75, the Atlantis restaurant, located at the Atlantis hotel, is a wonderful restaurant for special occasions. It is known
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What’s in a Town? – Bridgetown
Wednesday, 26 July 2017
History Bridgetown is the largest town in Barbados and also the capital city of the island. Bridgetown, previously known as “Indian Bridge” and the “town of St. Michael” obtained status as Barbados’ capital in 1838 after slavery was abolished and in June 2011 was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Careenage in Bridgetown
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