Flight, Hotel & Bargain Package Holidays in Barbados

Getting there and getting around

Flights to Barbados tend to be sold as package holidays to Barbados rather than flights alone as they can be quite expensive. The island of Barbados has a single major airport, The Sir Grantley Adams International Airport and receives daily flights by several major airlines. You can fly to Barbados from many major airports in the UK. Getting around Barbados is easily achieved via bus services, car hire, scooters and taxis. Frequent bus services travel the island at very low prices. There public and smaller privately owned buses, however you will also notice small yellow buses on the road that offer an experience in themselves. The atmosphere on these buses is usually very laidback and they often play a mix of reggae music whilst you’re on board; they go past very regularly and will take you across the island.

Things to do

Holidays to Barbados offer a fun dynamic getaway with plenty to keep you busy no matter how long you stay. Whether you’re looking for lazy days on a tranquil sun-drenched beach sipping exotic cocktails, or an exciting and adventurous day enjoying one of the many water sports and beach activities on offer, Barbados has it all. By night Barbados lights up. You can enjoy an early evening enjoying a spectacular dinner show such as the Bajan Roots and the Rhythms show, or for all you romantics, why not take a romantic sunset cruise underneath the bright starry sky. However if you want a true taste of Barbados, visit Oistins, a fishing town on the South coast of the island, it serves delicious freshly cooked fish, offers fantastic lively music and guarantees you a vibrant atmosphere with a night to remember.

Food and Drink

The tourist market in Barbados has produced a staggering variety of places to eat despite its small size. It is well worth sampling some traditional Bajan cuisine as well as enjoying the international flavours. Seafood is the island’s speciality, with many fresh dishes to choose from. Favourites include snapper and barracuda as well as fresh prawns and lobster. However the favourite here for the locals is the flying fish which is said to be delicious when served fresh. Also look out for the national dish here ‘cou-cou,’ a cornmeal and okra pudding with saltfish, again said to be a delicacy. Many Bajans recommend Rum as the drink of choice. There are hundreds of rum bars dotted around the island and all inclusive hotels in Barbados tend to provide ample supplies of rum for you to enjoy in a huge range of cocktails. For low prices on holidays to the Caribbean search travel.co.uk today and find that exotic Barbados holiday you’ve always dreamed of