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Barbados Pocket Guide

Welcome to the Barbados Pocket Guide, a comprehensive source of information about our island, it's people, culture and life in general. We also have tons of information on places to stay, flights, car hire and tours of the island, all here! Enjoy visiting our site and please feel free to write a comment or send us a message directly with articles you think we need to add.

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Island Safari

Island Safari offers a unique jeep safari experience on our zebra striped, specially designed 4x4 jeeps. Climb on board our comfortable cabs and let us show you what the others leave out, specifically the most scenic locations of the island by travelling on and off the beaten track.

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Harrison's Cave

Explore Barbados' underground! At the heart of the island lies a great geological wonder, the magnificent Harrison's Cave. Admire the crystallized, limestone cave, its flowing streams, deep pools and towering columns as you travel by tram or get up close and personal with the Eco-Adventure Tour. 

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Catamaran Cruise

Lay back, relax and sunbathe as you sail across the calm Caribbean Sea. Explore the crystal clear waters as you swim and snorkel with the tropical fish and majestic turtles. Then, enjoy a scrumptious lunch as you admire the beautiful rolling coastline and sparkling water.

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Mount Gay Visitor Centre

Make a stop at the world renowned Mount Gay Rum Distillery and discover the secrets behind Barbados’ finest and most celebrated spirit, in the island where rum was invented! Witness the history of Mount Gay as you journey with them through their rich heritage, proven artisanship and unique taste.

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SunTours Special

Grab the SunTours Special with SunTours Barbados and see all the most popular spots in Barbados! Immerse yourself in the interesting history of this island, view the most picturesque scenes and enjoy a delicious Bajan style lunch at a well favoured local spot. 

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Animal Flower Cave

The colourful walls and the fascinating sea anemones at the Animal Flower Cave draw a crowd, but the amazing pools, some of which are deep enough to swim in, are the real attraction. While here, take a stroll over to the cliffs to feel the refreshing sea breeze and take in the stunning seascape.

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Nightlife

While some may prefer to view night time as a time to sleep, the island of Barbados takes great pride in the fact that after a hard day's work or even a relaxed day persuing the island, we still have the energy to absorb some of the island's nightlife. Who said night time was made for sleeping anyway?

 

Highly Recommended Night Spots in Barbados

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Harbour Lights

Harbour Lights is located on the pristine Carlisle Bay Beach in the parish of St. Michael, just on the outskirts of Barbados'...

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Fax: (246) 621-5040/47

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Oistin's Fish Fry

Take a trip to the south coast of Barbados any Friday night and you will be amazed at the abundance of people who frequent this area. As a visitor to the island you may be tempted to ask why but truth be told, there is something...

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Taboo

In Barbados, when someone hears Taboo, great atmosphere, great drinks and great party all come to mind. Formally named The Boatyard, Taboo is now under new management...

Tel: (246) 826-4569

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Barbados' entertainment package is one that is filled with lots of variety. Your choice of bars with karaoke, sports bars, dining clubs and even wharf-front dining. All this and more are on offer to visitors who care to take the plunge and probe into our diverse nightlife.

 

Some places on the island that past visitors have craved time and time again would be the likes of the Harbour Lights which is located at Lower Bay Street. Another popular night spot for visitors would be Oistins Fish Fry located in Oistins on the south coast of the island. This is where visitors come together to eat some of the freshest seafood Barbados has to offer. Lest we forget the never-ending party atmosphere that prevails all night long at Oistins. Music and drinks abound. Of course, these are but a couple of the innumerable night spots the island of Barbados has in store for you.

 

From the simple rum shops to the fancier nightclubs that litter the island, fact remains, there's always a night activity out there to attend. The options are endless.

 

As we are on the topic of rum, we should inform you that Barbados' rum culture is a rather strong one (pun intended). "Leh we fire one" is as straightforward as it gets when a Bajan wants to invite you to have a drink. Simply translated it means "Let's have a drink". (If you haven't yet visited our Bajan dialect or local terms and phrases section of the website, you can always refer to our online dictionary should you need further information on this topic.) Despite the strength of our culture, we strongly advise you to drink in moderation as alcohol abuse can lead to all sorts of unnecessary complications and risks inclusive of but not limited to fatal accidents and the spread of sexually transmitted infections (STIs).

 

The action-packed nightlife Barbados has to offer certanly gives everyone something to do while on the island.

 

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Check Out Our Restaurants

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Chefette - $

A favourite for Bajans, this fast food restaurant with 15 locations across the country, is a must try!

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Oistins Fish Fry - $

Visit Oistins Fish Fry, especially on Fridays and Saturdays for a deliciously cultural experience. 

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Salt Café - $$

From the popular truffle fries and baos to the delicious salted caramel brownie, their menu delights all foodies.

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Cocktail Kitchen - $$

Located in St. Lawrence Gap, one of the best night life areas of Barbados, Cocktail Kitchen is redefining Caribbean cuisine and cocktails. 

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Tides Restaurant - $$$

The Tides Restaurant is one of the leading restaurants located on the water’s edge of the West coast of Barbados. Bring to life any celebration or simply brighten your trip to Barbados through the culinary and service experience provided by The Tides Restaurant and its team!

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Champers Restaurant - $$$

Experience Champers – where a special combination of delicious food, consistently good service with romantic picturesque views of the waterside resides.

 

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