Barbados

With weather this good, it would be a crime to spend your holiday indoors. Good job Barbados is alive with amazing activities for all the family to enjoy. Delve into the underground lairs of the island at Harrison’s Cave, take in the tropical beauty of Hunte’s Gardens, or head to Bathsheba to surf the legendary Soup Bowl. If there’s only one place, we could recommend holidayers to head to, it would be Carlisle Bay.  Think calm turquoise waters perfect for little ones, scuba diving shipwrecks for adventure seekers, and snorkelling with local turtles for animal lovers. Welcome to paradise! 

With over 80 beaches hugging the shimmering shorelines of Barbados, you’re never far from an idyllic beach day. Take your chance to rest, rejuvenate, and soak up the Caribbean sunshine. Looking for some of the best beaches? Crane Beach, Bottom Bay, and Accra Beach are a great place to start. 

The epicentre of Barbados, where the island's colonial past collides with Caribbean culture, Bridgetown is a must-visit when travelling to the island. Spend mornings uncovering heritage left over from British rule, learn the pirated histories and as night falls see the harbour transform with reggae bars and calypso clubs. As the island's music floods the air, grab a rum on the rocks and savour the Caribbean way of life. 

Whether it’s a quaint waterside shack or a grand fine-dining restaurant overlooking a sleepy port, the dining scene in Barbados is a good enough reason to visit the angelic island. As you'd expect, seafood takes centre stage in Barbados. Traditional Bajan cuisine combines fish and fresh produce to make unique, spicy dishes. Jumbo prawns, lobster and flying fish are all specialities. Don't miss the legendary Fish Fry night on Fridays in the sleepy fishing village of Oistins.