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Inside Background
Architecture 
This is a land of Victorian homes and wooden chattel houses trimmed in...
Last edited: June 03, 2009
Culture 
Barbadians are predominantly very nice and friendly people. Of course as is the...
Last edited: July 13, 2008
Health & Safety 
Although generally a safe place to travel, crime in the Barbados has been on...
Last edited: May 28, 2009
History 
A full overview of Barbados' history can be found here.
Last edited: April 26, 2006
Neighborhoods 
There are two main areas where tourists tend to gather.  The South Coast is...
Last edited: March 27, 2006
Recommended Reading 
Here are some suggestions for books about life in Barbados. Island Memoirs: 1...
Last edited: June 01, 2009
Tourist Board Info 
  The Barbados Tourism Authority's new website is available here. Visit Barbados
Last edited: May 13, 2008
Weather & When to Go 
Weather and when to go always seems to be a topic of interest. June to November...
Last edited: October 28, 2008
Island Beaches- South Coast 
The South Coast beaches of Barbados. Windy, wide, sandy bays with waves and...
Last edited: March 07, 2009
Barbados in a Nutshell 
Brief but important FAQ's about Barbados.  (when you edit this, please add the...
Last edited: May 04, 2008
Barbados’ Maps 
A wide range of Barbados' Maps are available from  Pocket Flyers Inc These maps...
Last edited: July 14, 2008
Business Travel 
Barbados is one of the best conference destinations in the entire Caribbean...
Last edited: September 13, 2006
CAMOUFLAGE 
It is a fact of life that camouflage material of any sort whether clothing...
Last edited: May 12, 2007
Coffee Table Books on Barbados 
 There are some very beautiful coffee table books about Barbados  that are on...
Last edited: June 07, 2007
Education  
Primary & Secondary Education The Barbados Government pays the cost of...
Last edited: May 06, 2009
Introduction 
Barbados is a small island in the West Indies.  It is 21 x 14 miles.  It has an...
Last edited: March 27, 2006
Island Beaches General Comment 
               The beaches on Barbados fall into several areas       The West...
Last edited: April 03, 2007
Island Beaches- Bridgetown 
Wide bays with calm , clear,  turquoise water and pretty boats dotting the...
Last edited: March 07, 2009
Island Beaches- East Coast 
The beautiful east coast is the rugged Atlantic Ocean shoreline of Barbados...
Last edited: December 03, 2008
Island Beaches- South east coast 
The shoreline offers the wild Atlantic Ocean meeting large wide island bays and...
Last edited: July 29, 2006
Medical Services 
Comparitively speaking, Barbados has one of the highest standards of health...
Last edited: December 07, 2006
Places with Free Wifi 
There are currently only a few properties on the island that have free WiFi...
Last edited: June 03, 2009
Religion & Worship  
There is something for everyone in terms of church or some other religious...
Last edited: October 01, 2006
Trivia & Fun Facts / Did you know.... 
BARBADOS............ Has always flown only the British Flag, until achieving...
Last edited: August 11, 2007
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
The only airport is the Grantley Adams International Airport. Buses run outside...
Last edited: July 21, 2008
Getting Around 
Driving is on the left  In Barbados the cars have the steering wheel on the...
Last edited: June 10, 2006
Public Transportation 
Public transportation in Barbados is provided by the Barbados Transport Board...
Last edited: August 31, 2008
Taxis & Rental Cars 
As a visitor, you wouldn’t have to flag down a taxi. The drivers always stop...
Last edited: March 15, 2008
Airport 
Barbados has one airport. The Grantley Adams International Airport . Its IATA...
Last edited: September 19, 2006
Cruise Information 
The Cruise Terminal provides services for the use of cruise passengers and crew...
Last edited: October 02, 2006
Cruise Lines  
Listed below are some of the Cruise Lines which visit Barbados: Carnival Cruise...
Last edited: October 02, 2006
Departure Tax  
Grantley Adams Airport used to impose a departure tax of BBD$25.00 which was...
Last edited: June 22, 2008
Flights to Barbados 
Barbados is the best air-serviced destination in the Eastern Caribbean.  From...
Last edited: September 26, 2007
On The Road 
Driving in Barbados can be very paradoxical. Most of the time, it's more bad...
Last edited: September 19, 2006
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Inside Things to Do
Day Trips 
Barbados  is truly the gem of the Caribbean Sea upon its shores one can find...
Last edited: January 01, 2008
Events & Festivals 
July Arts Events in Barbados may be seen on  http://www.corrie... . Full of...
Last edited: June 30, 2009
Family Travel 
Persons visiting Barbados with kids could stay at the all inclusive Almond...
Last edited: February 04, 2007
First-time Visitors 
  Hello there first time visitor. Ticket purchased and hotel reservation made...
Last edited: June 01, 2009
Museums & Attractions 
The Barbados Museum, located at the Garrison, is housed in the former British...
Last edited: September 25, 2006
Nightlife 
Barbados nightlife has something for everyone, every night of the week! From...
Last edited: September 02, 2008
Off the Beaten Path 
 There is a traditional meal in Barbados eaten on a Saturday called Puddin and...
Last edited: May 01, 2008
The Performing Arts 
Do you know Robyn Fenty? Her stage name is Rihanna and she hails from Barbados...
Last edited: January 31, 2008
Shopping 
The leading department store on the island is Cave Shepherd. They have numerous...
Last edited: February 13, 2008
Sports & Activities 
Cricket is the island's most played sport. Cricket is the national sport of...
Last edited: June 07, 2007
Island Hikes . 
Every Sunday on island The National Trust host " Hike Barbados " . The hikes...
Last edited: July 29, 2006
Art Galleries 
  A few of the island Art Galleries ...such a wonderful way to casually explore...
Last edited: June 03, 2009
Art Happenings July 2009 
  July 2009 Arts Happenings in Babados All information correct at time of...
Last edited: June 30, 2009
Barbados Beaches-West Coast 
For The West Coast Beaches of Barbados here are some on this list. The West...
Last edited: July 29, 2006
Crafts, Pottery & Souvenirs 
Who goes to a destination and not want souvenirs to take back home? In recent...
Last edited: March 18, 2009
Day time activity ideas 
Day time ideas : Join a local gym and take yoga class, etc., they all charge a...
Last edited: April 17, 2007
de Heart uh Barbados 
 “De Heart uh Barbados ” ® (DHUB) is an annual event that celebrates community...
Last edited: June 12, 2008
Gibbes Beach 
Gibbes Beach is located on the west side of Barbados , near Mullins Beach . It...
Last edited: April 15, 2008
IOU Charters 
Hi All First post on here, and as I am never that inclined to do reviews, take...
Last edited: July 14, 2009
Island hopping 
While in Barbados why not hop to one of the other Caribbean islands? There are...
Last edited: August 17, 2007
Scenic Views 
The most panoramic and immaculate views in Barbados can be seen from the...
Last edited: February 24, 2007
Segway of Barbados 
A fun, unique way to sight see.  You ride a segway rather than a tour bus or...
Last edited: July 08, 2009
The must see 7 Wonders of Barbados  
http://www.eaglel... This is the link to a great article on the 7 Wonders of...
Last edited: February 24, 2007
Barbados Wildlife Reserve 
I have now had my 14th visit to the beautiful island of Barbados, and yes I...
Last edited: October 08, 2006
Cave Bay 
The beach is very lovely. It's peaceful and relaxing. The sand is amazingly...
Last edited: January 15, 2009
Earthworks Pottery 
A family trip to Barbados would simply not be complete without a visit to...
Last edited: March 19, 2008
Harbour Lights 
Harbour Lights is a must-see in Barbados. It's definitely geared to a younger...
Last edited: November 14, 2007
Island Safari Barbados 
  The Safari will take you to parts of the island you usually don't see. This...
Last edited: September 15, 2007
Rockley Golf Club 
The golf course is still open (31st July, 2006) and provides a modest if...
Last edited: July 31, 2006
Sunbury Plantation House 
Sunbury House and interesting  house to tour through with lots of things...
Last edited: February 06, 2007
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining Overview 
 There are a wide variety of restaurants in Barbados from the formal and...
Last edited: September 20, 2006
Breakfast 
Breakfast, the most important meal of the day. Almost every hotel in Barbados...
Last edited: October 22, 2006
Business Dining 
Taking an associate to lunch in Barbados? There are some excellent places to do...
Last edited: October 29, 2006
Cheap Eats 
Some cheap but excellent meals on the West Coast of Barbados: - " Princess...
Last edited: February 19, 2007
Dining for Large Groups 
Dining for extremely large groups can prove to be a tedious task if you don't...
Last edited: September 28, 2006
Dining with a View 
East Coast Views While touring the island you can stop at Barclays Park or...
Last edited: September 08, 2008
Family-friendly Dining 
There's an excellent choice of restaurants in Barbados under the category of...
Last edited: August 26, 2008
Late-night Dining 
Much like other islands in the Caribbean, Barbados has some great places for...
Last edited: October 07, 2006
Outdoor Dining 
One place to try is Cafe Luna .  You will find this place on the south coast...
Last edited: October 10, 2006
People-watching 
Looking to see some celebrities or be seen by celebrities? You'll see them at...
Last edited: December 03, 2006
Special Occasion Dining 
The Tides Restaurant in Holetown, St James, which won restaurant of the year...
Last edited: February 19, 2007
Around Bridgetown - Cheap Eats List 
Traditional Bridgetown Area Cheap Eats.. but Great Meals , these venues are a...
Last edited: June 07, 2007
A couple Restaurants worth trying in Barbados 
Here are a couple real good places to eat in Barbados that are worth a...
Last edited: January 10, 2006
DINING-DRESS CODE (GUIDE) 
A lot of people inquire about dress code in Barbados. Other than the regulation...
Last edited: May 12, 2007
Restaurants with art galleries 
  The  Tides Restaurant, which enjoys a beautiful setting right on the sea, has...
Last edited: June 30, 2009
South Coast Eateries By Cuisine Type 
Here is a list of south coast restaurants and cafes arranged by type of cuisine...
Last edited: June 04, 2009
St. Lawrence Gap dining 
St. Lawrence Gap features a wide variety of dining options; from formal...
Last edited: May 08, 2008
West Coast Dining Ideas 
On the Casual Side Great menus and fabulous food any restaurant on this random...
Last edited: September 08, 2008
Zagat 2007: Best of Barbados  
For the first time, Zagat has compiled a guide for a Caribbean island. Barbados...
Last edited: July 22, 2008
Zagat Survey 2008/09 
  The worldwide Zagat guide has just released their second survey results for...
Last edited: September 16, 2008
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Inside For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
  May 2008 - The Exchange rate to the US Dollar is fixed.  The exchange rate to...
Last edited: May 12, 2008
Crossing the Border 
Passports are needed when visiting Barbados. As of January 1st 2005, all US...
Last edited: August 04, 2006
Emergencies 
Telephone Numbers To call an ambulance, dial 511 on a Cable & Wireless...
Last edited: August 04, 2006
Important Phrases 
Don't forget to replace every female pronoun with the word   SHE  .  Example...
Last edited: November 07, 2007
Telephones 
A local telephone number looks like this 429-9999. The area code is 246, so...
Last edited: October 15, 2008
Tipping & Etiquette 
Yes, gratuity is normally at the discretion of the guest. As long as the guest...
Last edited: June 27, 2008
Barbados Entry Requirements 
Passports Every person entering Barbados, including all North American citizens...
Last edited: October 07, 2006
British/English Cuisine 
For those from the UK that are looking for similar foods, there are a few...
Last edited: March 10, 2007
Cable Television Programming 
Barbados has two cable companies. The Caribbean Broadcating Corportation...
Last edited: September 13, 2006
Customs Regulations 
General duty free allowances in Barbados Personal Effects: 1 litre of potable...
Last edited: October 07, 2006
Getting Married 
Getting married? Barbados fits the bill no matter your budget. Just remember...
Last edited: January 19, 2007
Illegal Activity 
Barbados like any other country has its laws which must be adhered to. Here’s a...
Last edited: February 10, 2008
News and Current Affairs 
Barbados has two newspapers. The leading one is the Nation and the other is the...
Last edited: September 10, 2006
Ongoing Developments 
Barbados is in what one could term as "construction mode". Lots of condominium...
Last edited: November 09, 2006
Public Holidays 
The following is a list of all Public Holidays in Barbados for 2006. Some dates...
Last edited: October 08, 2006
Taxes 
The majority of purchases are subject to 15% tax to all persons on the island...
Last edited: August 27, 2007
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