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What to do in Barbados this December 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

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
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Whats on in Barbados 2018

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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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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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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 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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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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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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Dining by the Water’s Edge – St. Joseph

  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

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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Din­ing by the Water’s Edge – St. James

Dining by the Water’s Edge is a wonderfully romantic experience in tropical Barbados. Here are some restaurants where you and your loved one can go in St. James to experience this romantic setting… Fine Dining Bajan Blue Located on the lower terrace of the Sandy Lane Hotel, the Bajan Blue offers all day dining with
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Guinea Plantation – Yesterday and Today

….Yesterday… Guinea Plantation is located in St. John Barbados. With its expansive grounds, it is of no great surprise that it was one of the first sugar plantations located on the island of Barbados. It derived its name from the Africans from the Guinea Coast that once populated the property. Additionally, the location holds some
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Top Things to Do on a Rainy Day in Barbados

We usually have sunshine all year round but there are some days, specifically during the summer months that it rains. But the beauty of Caribbean life is that there is always something to do, as the older generation would say, “rain fall, sun shine!” Harrison’s Cave Tour this lovely and eye catching limestone cavern via
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What’s on Your Caribbean Bucket List?

Some of us have a list of things that we would love to do on visits to other countries; things that we wish to experience that we may never get to do again. With so many Caribbean islands to choose from and even more activities to enjoy and sights to experience, we have created a
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Beach Day Checklist

Every day at the beach requires certain necessities such as sun tan lotion, food and games. However there are a variety of other things that are required for a fun day at the beach. Therefore, this article will present the ultimate beach day checklist of items you will need for your day. Beach Bag This
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Chattel House

Chattel Houses of Barbados

Description Chattel houses are modest, wooden buildings, usually comprising of two small rooms, set on foundations of coral blocks. The roof of these houses are steep, and made of corrugated iron. In the early days, the roof had four sides, and were triangular in shape (pyramid like). However in the 20th century, they became more steeped
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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.Michael – Key Points of Interest

The Parish of St. Michael – Key Points of Interest Aerial View of St. Michael The Parish of St. Michael contains many historical locations and points of interest that appeal to both locals and tourists. This of no surprise, given that the capital city of Barbados, Bridgetown, is located in this parish. In this article, we present information on Bridgetown, as well as

Activities for Kids: What’s great for kids to do in Barbados?

When choosing a destination to travel to with a family, you of course have to think about if the country will have decent activities for your children. Not activities that they can easily do at home, but something different that they can enjoy so they can take home stories and tell their friends. Even if
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