Barbados

An island nation on the eastern edge of the Caribbean, drawing visitors with white-sand beaches, rum culture and a colonial old town.

Barbados is the easternmost island nation in the Caribbean. The west coast has calm seas and fine white sand, while the east coast faces the Atlantic with big waves and rugged scenery. The capital Bridgetown's Historic Centre and its Garrison is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the island also has Harrison's Cave, plantation houses and rum distilleries, with a strong culture of cricket and the Crop Over festival. The dry season runs from December to April and is the peak tourist season. Grantley Adams International Airport is the main gateway.

Destinations

• Barbados (Bridgetown)

Itineraries

• Barbados Island Loop Self-Drive Itinerary – Based on the south coast, explore Bridgetown, the west coast, northern cliffs, and the rugged east coast in stages.