Martin Luther King Jr. Day – Jan 20th
Sunday, 20 January
On January 20th, America and the wider world celebrates the life and teachings of Martin Luther King Jr. This day is celebrated as Martin Luther King Jr. Day. It is celebrated annually on the third Monday in January. In celebration of this day, we will share some of King’s quotes. “Darkness cannot drive out darkness:
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5 Fast Facts About Speightstown…
Monday, 13 August
Did you know that Speightstown… Speightstown derived its name from William Speight who at the time owned the land where it is located? It was a major port in the 17th century facilitating the docking of ships that arrived from England and also a centre for trading activities? It is home to the Arlington House
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Top 6 Must See Attractions
Saturday, 11 August
Your best island adventure begins with these top 6 attractions.
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Island Videos
Wednesday, 25 July
Take a sneak peek! Quick showcases of what it would be like to go to the following Barbadian locations! ACTIVITIES BARBADOS CONCORDE EXPERIENCE WILDLIFE RESERVE RESTAURANTS CHICKEN BARN SIGHTSEEING RHIANNA BARBADOS TOURISM VIDEO: TOURIST OR TRAVELLER BRIDGETOWN BOTTOM
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Places to Get Married in Barbados
Tuesday, 19 September
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
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
Codrington College
Sunday, 13 August
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
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
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
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
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 Re-Developed Bushy Park Racing Circuit
Tuesday, 08 August
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
Monday, 07 August
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
Sunday, 06 August
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
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
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
Thursday, 03 August
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
Wednesday, 02 August
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
A Month by Month Guide of Significant Dates in Barbados’ History
Tuesday, 01 August
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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