Barbados

Bottom Bay, Barbados | Beautiful Places to Visit

noreply@blogger.com (Anton Small) — Sat, 27 Aug 2011 12:24:00 +0000

Bottom Bay, Barbados | Beautiful Places to Visit: "On the southeast coast of Barbados is the lovely and relaxing Bottom Bay. This gorgeous white sand beach is a fantastic spot for a day trip or a picnic. The sound of waves crashing along the shore makes the perfect soundtrack for a relaxing afternoon. The swaying coconut palms create just the right amount of shade over the soft sand. Visitors can try their hand at surfing, though swimming is discouraged at some times of the year due to the strength of the waves. "

Looking beyond Barbados' beaches

noreply@blogger.com (Anton Small) — Sat, 27 Aug 2011 12:18:00 +0000

Philly.com: "My friend gave me good advice because she had been there, done that: Skip the lush landscape and beautiful beaches in Barbados - every Caribbean island has those - and instead visit two fascinating and historically important attractions in Barbados' capital city, Bridgetown.

A week later, during its Exotic Southern Caribbean itinerary, my cruise ship (Celebrity Constellation) made port in Bridgetown, located in the parish of St. Michael on Barbados' southwest coast. With 80,000 people, this is the most densely populated of Barbados' 11 parishes, and it oozes with British history."

Legendary Bajan nightclub to close

noreply@blogger.com (Anton Small) — Fri, 26 Aug 2011 21:50:00 +0000

Stabroek News "Barbados Nation One of Barbados’ oldest nightclubs and entertainment spots is calling it a day.

The popular Ship Inn at St Lawrence Gap, Christ Church, will close its doors next Wednesday after 37 years in operation."

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Seaweed threat

noreply@blogger.com (Anton Small) — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 20:29:00 +0000

Image via Wikipedia nationnews.com: MASSES OF SARGASSUM, a brown seaweed that has been washing up on Barbados’ shores within recent weeks, could pose a threat to the vital tourism industry and sea creatures such as turtles.

Director of the Coastal Zone Management Unit (CZMU), Dr Leo Brewster, said yesterday there was a large quantity of the seaweed out in the ocean, and approaching islands of the eastern Caribbean, waiting to be dumped here in the coming months.

Rihanna rocks the Oval!

noreply@blogger.com (Anton Small) — Sat, 06 Aug 2011 12:02:00 +0000

The Barbados Advocate "It was the concert of the year – maybe even the decade. And it was so hard! Barbadian superstar, Rihanna, brought her LOUD tour to Kensington Oval last night in front of a sold-out crowd of 25 000 locals and visitors who lapped up every minute of the singer’s exciting performance."

Flying fish and fun times in beautiful Barbados

noreply@blogger.com (Anton Small) — Tue, 19 Jul 2011 01:45:00 +0000

menmedia.co.uk Year-round sun, pristine beaches, palm trees, rum...and cricket. It's not hard to see why a tiny Caribbean island holds a big place in British hearts. With my preconceptions tucked neatly away next to my suncream, I merrily packed my bag and headed off on a journey for my first-ever dose of the sun-laden Caribbean.

And what better place to start this adventure than Barbados? A place indelibly etched into the nation's holidaying psyche, pretty much since, well, people started going on holiday.

Catch Rihanna In Concert And Enjoy A Free Night At Mango Bay, Barbados

noreply@blogger.com (Anton Small) — Thu, 14 Jul 2011 18:45:00 +0000

AnguillaNews.com "HOLETOWN, Barbados (July 13, 2011) - Mango Bay (www.MangoBayBarbados.com) in Barbados invites Rihanna fans to plan their summer getaway to coincide with her Aug. 5, 2011 on-island concert. Through the 'Summer Family Free Night Special' vacationers staying at the boutique resort will receive one free night on a five-night or seven-night stay. Additionally, children 12 years and younger stay free and teens (13-17) receive a special rate of $100 per person, per night, when sharing a room with two adults."

Historic Caribbean capital leads latest inscriptions to UN World Heritage List

noreply@blogger.com (Anton Small) — Sun, 26 Jun 2011 10:06:00 +0000

UN News Centre "The historic section of the capital of Barbados today became the Caribbean country's first entry on the United Nations-managed World Heritage List after a committee of experts approved its inscription and that of two other sites.
The World Heritage Committee, meeting in Paris, said Bridgetown and its garrison deserved a place on the List, which is comprised of more than 900 cultural or natural sites around the world regarded as having outstanding universal value.

The UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) reported that the committee found the Bridgetown site – comprised of a well-preserved old town and a nearby military garrison – to be an outstanding example of British colonial architecture."

Feature Barbados’ finest all-inclusive resorts

noreply@blogger.com (Anton Small) — Wed, 22 Jun 2011 12:34:00 +0000

iWantSun.co.uk "No island captures the beauty of the Caribbean more than Barbados. Lying further east than any developed island in the region, it is a beautiful jewel of white sand beaches and rich cultural heritage. The west coast boasts luxury hotels, coral shore beaches, and teeming reefs offshore. the windy east is where trade winds stir up the waters, causing waves to pound against a rocky coastline. Inland are rolling forested hills, deep gullies, and phenomenal geological structures caused by two landmasses merging together over millions of years.

And apart from the beautiful beaches, the highlight of the island has to be its people! Barbadians are some of the most friendly and relaxed people on earth, who are always ready to greet you with a smile and make you feel welcome. So following on with our guide of luxury resorts over the world, we cast a spotlight on this Caribbean Island where the sun always shines..."

Top Attractions for Travellers Enjoying Barbados

noreply@blogger.com (Anton Small) — Wed, 22 Jun 2011 12:31:00 +0000

Just the Flight Travel News: "For those travelling to the Caribbean, Barbados remains a huge attraction. The beautiful island is renowned as one of the most stunning spots in the area, allowing for visitors to enjoy holidays in the very epitome of paradise. For those visiting the location there are several experiences and attractions that should not be missed."

The Barbados Tourism Authority and Rihanna Ink Three-Year Marketing Deal

noreply@blogger.com (Anton Small) — Thu, 16 Jun 2011 01:32:00 +0000

/PRNewswire/ --: "NEW YORK, June 15, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- One of the best-selling artists of all time with more than 30 million records and 100 million singles sold, Rihanna has signed a multi-year deal with The Barbados Tourism Authority (BTA) to exclusively promote her hometown island of Barbados as a tourist destination. The three-year partnership officially kicks off in Bridgetown, Barbados on August 5, 2011 with a full-length concert of her current 'Loud' tour produced by the BTA and Roc Nation.
'Barbados is a place like no other and one of the reasons for this is the spirit and national pride of our people,' said Rihanna. 'I want each and every visitor to this beautiful island to experience what makes this destination different from all others and that is the spirit and warmth of my fellow Barbadians.'
As an ambassador for the island of Barbados, over the next three years, Rihanna will exclusively promote the destination through advertising campaigns, promotional appearances and via her social media presence. In addition to her concert in Barbados this summer, Rihanna will promote travel to the island from Brazil during her appearance on tour in September."

'Rock star' Rooney belts out Beatles in Barbados piano bar!

noreply@blogger.com (Anton Small) — Tue, 14 Jun 2011 11:39:00 +0000

The Times of India: "LONDON: England strikers Wayne Rooney and Andy Carroll were reported to have spent their holiday in a Barbados piano bar, singing and humming songs of the Beatles.

After the long Premier League season, 25-year-old Rooney sang several songs by the Liverpool legends, while 22-year-old Carroll shared some of the vocals.

'Having a great night in Barbados! In lexys piano bar with @ColeenRoo and friends,' the Daily Mail quoted Rooney as tweeting."

Barbados flower forest is a tour de force

noreply@blogger.com (Anton Small) — Wed, 20 Apr 2011 09:38:00 +0000

The Vancover Sun The Flower Forest is located in what is known as the Scotland District of Barbados. This means that the area is quite wild and hilly, with elevations ultimately reaching between 850 to 1,100 feet above sea level. The island boasts a sub-tropical climate with 3,000 hours of sunlight every year (compare this to my home town of Ottawa at 1,989 hours a year) and an average daily temperature of around
30 C.

This horticultural delight was christened the Flower Forest in 1983 after several years of development by the Hill family, with the design help of American architect Fritz Laundy. Don Hill must have been at his wit's end since his first attempt to farm the land ended in failure, followed by an unsuccessful stint at growing fruit trees (the monkeys ate the fruit and damaged the trees). After Hill, the land was run by a board of directors until it was purchased in 2008 by Spieler (who had been a member of that board for three years).

Service is plenty better in Barbados

noreply@blogger.com (Anton Small) — Mon, 11 Apr 2011 18:35:00 +0000

Cleveland Business We had a wonderful time in Barbados, combining just a perfect mix of sightseeing and relaxing. A wonderful week later, mindful of the airport demands for international travel, we arranged for a cab to pick us up at 3:30 a.m. and Kerr was there early, eager to do whatever his bleary-eyed travelers needed. It was that way everywhere on Barbados, where the people were friendly, interesting and wholly customer-oriented.

Barbados promotes baby-making fertility-clinic vacations

noreply@blogger.com (Anton Small) — Mon, 04 Apr 2011 01:42:00 +0000

USA Today Many couples go on a honeymoon or vacation with the idea of making a baby.But Barbados is upping the odds by promoting itself as a center for affordable, in vitro fertilization procedures and other treatments to increase the odds of a pregnancy.

In Barbados, the cutter is the perfect on-the-go snack

noreply@blogger.com (Anton Small) — Wed, 30 Mar 2011 01:04:00 +0000

The Boston Globe: "BRIDGETOWN, Barbados — Some say cutter is short for “cut your hunger.’’ Others think it’s a cutter because you “cut ’er’’ — cut the bun in half and stuff it with good things. Everyone has an opinion because this little sandwich is everywhere on the island.
Barbadians, also called Bajans, enjoy debating the fine points of their local lore. And in this instance, New Englanders may feel right at home here. Many locals pronounce the word “cuttah.’’

A basic Barbados cutter consists of a salt bread bun sliced and filled with cheese, flying fish (caught off the coast here), pork, or, most often, ham. The cushy white yeast bread is baked fresh or sold in stores. Though most Bajan baked goods are sweet, a legacy of the island’s sugar industry days, this one is not. Lettuce and tomato often garnish a cutter; also required is the national hot sauce — either a spicy red version or a mustard-base golden sauce whose active ingredient is Scotch bonnet pepper.

A cutter with a bottle of locally brewed Banks beer should set you back no more than $7. The sandwiches have the added attraction of an on-the-go snack; the fillings are so variable, you never know what you’ll find between the bun. Locals know that cutters soak up many rounds of rum. To that end, over 1,000 rum shops on the island are the primary dispensers of cutters.

Barbados airfare deal from American Airlines

noreply@blogger.com (Anton Small) — Tue, 22 Mar 2011 10:23:00 +0000

Image of a Barbados hero or racist tyrant? ajc.com: "Travelers can fly to Bridgetown, Barbados at a base round-trip rate of $298 on trips finished on or before Feb. 15, 2012.

There are not many rules to follow other than giving at least a three day advance notice of travel. Trips are permitted seven days a week, based on sale seat availability. Travelers must stay at least any two nights. There is no maximum stay limit.

There are some year-end blackout dates to avoid: Dec. 15-24, 26-30 on southbound flights and Dec. 26-31 and Jan. 1-8 northbound.

Total ticket rates are $485.10, inclusive of all taxes, fees and surcharges. Round-trip rates during the high season (June-Sept.) to Barbados are typically $705.10!"

In Barbados, the rum needs no umbrella

noreply@blogger.com (Anton Small) — Fri, 04 Mar 2011 02:32:00 +0000

Times Colonist
We're in the old stone tasting room at historic St. Nicholas Abbey on Barbados, surrounded by copper-pot stills and oak barrels and the nose-ticklingly spicy aroma of the aged rum in our glasses.

Outside, the warm Caribbean breeze rustles through acres of sugar cane that one day will end up in a glass just like this. Because what we're tasting today isn't just a luscious award-winning rum, but the distillation of 350 years of Caribbean tradition and, if all goes according to plan, the spirit of the islands' future.

The best beaches in Barbados

noreply@blogger.com (Anton Small) — Sun, 27 Feb 2011 01:35:00 +0000

Image via WikipediaI much prefer the name Enterprise beach...for some reason Bajans have given it the name Miami beach...

The Ottawa Citizen "Sure, the beach that stretches in front of your Barbados hotel is lovely - and it doesn't get more convenient. But why not explore further a field?

In Barbados, there are no private beaches: even the ritziest resorts are obligated to provide public access to their sand. Combine that with one of the Caribbean's better transit infrastructures, and there's no better island for beach-hopping. Here are some of the best options

Barbados Vacation – Hot Savings On Barbados Tour Packages Launched

noreply@blogger.com (Anton Small) — Fri, 11 Feb 2011 11:13:00 +0000

Image via Wikipedia Star Global Tribune: "Barbados is pleased to provide travelers the opportunity to escape to the warm Caribbean island and enjoy hot savings with the Take me to Barbados package. The new initiative is loaded with incredible value on hotel stays, attractions, retail and dining outposts. Travelers may now through March 25, 2011 book an experiential Barbados vacation for travel April 25 – December 15, 2011.

The limited-time Take me to Barbados package invites visitors to customize vacations directly with travel agents, selecting options from a full range of the best hotels, attractions and activities available on island. Take me to Barbados offers an unforgettably authentic Caribbean experience at an exceptional value making it the best time to visit Barbados.

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Barbados is an excellent luxurious choice for honeymoon holiday packages

noreply@blogger.com (Anton Small) — Fri, 11 Feb 2011 11:03:00 +0000

Airworld Tours "After you have tied the knot, you will be keen to simply get away from it all and enjoy your first few weeks as husband and wife in private. And there really is no better way to do this than with Barbados honeymoon holiday packages.

This gorgeous island nestled in the beautiful azure of the Caribbean Sea really is a little bit of paradise on earth. A favourite with celebrities, many a famous couple has chosen to have their actual wedding on the isle.

Bajans have mixed views on Rihanna’s S&M video

noreply@blogger.com (Anton Small) — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 14:55:00 +0000

Image via Wikipedianationnews.com: "Barbadians are expressing mixed views on the controversial S&M song by Barbados Grammy winner Rihanna....

By the way ,why is my spell-checker suggesting that I should replace Barbadian with barbarian?

For those who don't know a person from Barbados is called a Barbadian although I guess we may have some barbarians living here.However we prefer to be called Bajan......

'Take me to Barbados' for Great Savings on Travel in 2011

noreply@blogger.com (Anton Small) — Fri, 04 Feb 2011 03:47:00 +0000

Centre Daily Times "Barbados is pleased to provide travelers the opportunity to escape to the warm Caribbean island and enjoy hot savings with the Take me to Barbados package. The new initiative is loaded with incredible value on hotel stays, attractions, retail and dining outposts. Travellers may now through March 25, 2011 book an experiential Barbados vacation for travel April 25 – December 15, 2011.

The limited-time Take me to Barbados package invites visitors to customize vacations directly with travel agents, selecting options from a full range of the best hotels, attractions and activities available on island. Take me to Barbados offers an unforgettably authentic Caribbean experience at an exceptional value making it the best time to visit Barbados.

Relaxing on Barbados

noreply@blogger.com (Anton Small) — Sun, 23 Jan 2011 10:49:00 +0000

The Orange County Register "George Washington slept here.

Among the hundreds of markers that make that claim, the most curious is here on Barbados, the easternmost Caribbean island, off Venezuela, which Washington visited in 1751.

"He apparently enjoyed his stay, despite a bout of smallpox, writing in his diary: 'In the cool of the evening we rode in the country and were perfectly enraptured with the beautiful scenery which every side presented our view. The fields of cane, corn, fruit trees in a delightful green.'

Washington, who was then 19, needed six weeks to sail from Virginia with his half brother Lawrence, who had tuberculosis. Lawrence Washington hoped the tropical air would be restorative.

My wife and I needed five hours on a direct flight from New York to make our first visit here.

And unlike the Washingtons, who came for recuperation, we, along with friends from London, came for the sun and rum."

Tamarind on Barbados adds activities, menus, elegance

noreply@blogger.com (Anton Small) — Sun, 16 Jan 2011 10:49:00 +0000

The Boston Globe: "

Take advantage of free water sports, including water skiing, most unusual for a resort that is not an all-inclusive.

Give the local fish a taste at 246 Restaurant, so named for the island area code.

Visit the new spa where they use things such as Bajan sea salt and Barbadian Moscovado brown sugar for treatments.

And if it rains, never stand under a machineel tree on the beach. This most poisonous of trees exudes a sap so strong it blisters skin. Native Carib Indians used it to poison their arrows and in 1521, Ponce de Leon died after being wounded by one during a Florida expedition.

But it doesn’t rain much in Barbados."

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