How to Enjoy your Holiday in Barbados
Barbados is one of the Caribbean islands, and is extremely English in its mannerisms as a result of being a British colony previously.
Barbados has five different parts, all of which offer something to the tourists. The first, Bridgetown, is the capital city of the island. Central Barbados has a huge limestone cave which is a big attraction on the island, and also has wildlife reserves that can be visited. This is also the place to play golf and polo.
Eastern Barbados faces the Atlantic and has some extremely packed beaches. This also has the greatest surfing spot on the island, The Soup Bowl. Western Barbados is quieter, and is where some great beaches are. To conclude, Southern Barbados is bursting with bars and restaurants, and is celebrated for its fish fry.
While in Barbados, be sure you visit the many beaches and soak in the sun. You should also go scuba diving or snorkeling to view the amazing marine life in the region. You can also surf here, and most beaches will provide you with the opportunity to rent all snorkeling, scuba diving, and surfing equipments.
The food in Barbados is unique. It is a mix of spices with different flavors, but you can also find English food that is not as spicy. Be prepared to eat something very Bajan along with something very English.
Make sure you try the Flying Fish which is an island icon. It is fried and served with a yellow sauce that contains very hot peppers, so be careful when trying it. Pepperpot is a local pork stew in a dark sauce. It’s quite spicy and definitely not to be missed.
Additionally, make sure you try “cutters”, which is a local sandwich. These can have flying fish in them. Be advised that there are not many fast food chains on the island, and virtually none that serve beef, as the local people do not have a lot of beef. So, you can see KFC on the island, but not a Burger King.
On Friday nights, you can go to the town of Oistins where the “Fish Fry” offered is extremely delicious. You can also buy fresh fish from the market here. The place remains open till late with locals dancing till late night. This is one of the biggest attractions on the island.
The island has some of the cleanest water, so feel free to drink it from the tap. Rum is also very popular and can be found in every bar. The most popular brand is Mount Gay Rum. You can also go on a tour of the Banks brewery, and while the tour is not that great, there is an unlimited amount of beer available before it starts.
If you are looking for some sun and sand, Barbados is the place for you. The island has much to offer, so even if you get bored with the beaches, you can find entertainment elsewhere.
