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Barbados Holidays


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Synonymous with blissful beaches, elegant hotels, acclaimed restaurants and lively nightlife, it's little wonder that Barbados holidays hold an enduring appeal.

Steeped in British culture but with a Caribbean twist, Barbados holidays provide both a familiar and foreign feel, as high tea and cricket mingle with rum and calypso beats.

Barbados holidays offer a location for everyone; the sheltered west coast is the perfect location for swimming and snorkelling whilst the breezy southern coast is superb for surfing and savouring the nightlife at St Lawrence Gap. For a different perspective, the secluded east coast offers a glimpse of a wild, yet beautiful area with windswept seas and spectacular vistas.

Trailfinders offers a range of Barbados holidays and our expert travel consultants are a mine of information about what to do here, often with first-hand travel experience. Whether you want to explore Barbados on a family friendly holiday, an all inclusive holiday or in a luxury Caribbean villa – they are the perfect people to ask.
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BARBADOS HOLIDAY DEALS & SPECIAL OFFERS

Below is a selection of some of our best Barbados special offers.
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HOW TO GET AROUND BARBADOS

With delightful beaches, great dining options and resorts catering to all budgets and group sizes, Barbados is a perfect destination for a relaxing beach holiday. Choose a single resort stay or ask our expert travel consultants to tailormake your perfect package holiday in Barbados.

Our Barbados holidays range from fun-filled family holidays to great value all inclusive holidays and for those wanting more space and greater privacy, villa holidays. If you are celebrating that special day, where better to get married than under the warm Caribbean skies.

OUR RECOMMENDED HOTELS IN BARBADOS

We feature a great range of accommodation in Barbados, with something to suit all budgets. Maybe you’re looking for a new resort with unparalleled luxury or a sophisticated hotel on the enviable ‘Platinum’ west coast? Or perhaps it’s a family friendly all inclusive or a relaxed hotel which happens to be home to nesting turtles from July to November?

What you won’t find here are thousands of Barbados hotels to wade through. We have done the hard work for you and selected the best places to stay and our travel consultants are on hand to help, often with first-hand experience.
Fairmont Royal Pavilion
Fairmont Royal Pavilion
5 star

Barbados

This exceptional hotel enjoys an enviable beachfront location on the ‘Platinum’ west coast.
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Waves Hotel & Spa by Elegant Hotels
Waves Hotel & Spa by Elegant Hotels
4 star

Barbados

Located on the islands’ ‘Platinum’ west coast, on a stunning stretch of beach, this delightful all inclusive retreat is an idyllic haven dedicated to spa and wellness.
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Sugar Bay Barbados
Sugar Bay Barbados
4 star

Barbados

Designed in a boho-chic style, this all inclusive resort enjoys an excellent location on the south coast of Barbados, close to St Lawrence Gap and Bridgetown.
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O2 Beach Club & Spa
O2 Beach Club & Spa
5 star

Barbados

Escape to the coolest luxury all inclusive hotel in Barbados, situated on the vibrant South Coast with an exceptional white sand beach and breathtaking views of the sparkling turquoise ocean.
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Sandals Royal Barbados
Sandals Royal Barbados
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Barbados

Boasting a beautiful beach and stunning ocean views, this chic Sandals resort offers unparalleled luxury and is the perfect choice for a romantic Caribbean getaway.
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Coconut Court Beach Hotel
Coconut Court Beach Hotel
3 plus star

Barbados

This friendly, family-run beachfront hotel is located on the vibrant south coast of Barbados, close to St Lawrence Gap and Bridgetown.
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WHERE TO GO IN BARBADOS

Each area of Barbados offers its own attractions and appeal with the sheltered west coast perfect for swimming or snorkelling and the breezy southern coast a superb option for surfing and savouring the nightlife at St Lawrence Gap. For something different, the secluded east coast offers a glimpse of a wild, yet beautiful area with windswept seas and spectacular vistas, perfect for a quieter Barbados holiday.

Take a look at the tiles below the Barbados map for more details on the must-see places to visit. Alternatively, if you are looking for some inspiration, give us a call and speak to one of our expert travel consultants.
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Bridgetown
Bridgetown
The UNESCO World Heritage Site is steeped in history and culture with historical sites and monuments as well as bustling markets and duty free shops.
Oistins
Oistins
Home of the renowned ‘Friday Fish Fry’, where hundreds of locals and visitors flock to sample local seafood and listen to captivating Soca beats.
St Lawrence Gap
St Lawrence Gap
Known as ‘The Gap’ by locals, it is the party capital of Barbados boasting numerous rum shacks, bars and nightclubs playing live music most nights of the week.

WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO VISIT BARBADOS?

The Caribbean enjoys a tropical climate with warm weather all year round. However, the best time to visit Barbados is during the drier months which is generally December to May where you can expect pleasant temperatures, lower humidity and minimal rainfall.

For more information, take a look at our guide to the best time to visit Barbados.

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MAR

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MAY

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JUL

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Barbados Top Tips From Our Travel Experts

Abbi Harris - Barbados expert
Abbi Harris

On a Friday night head down to Oistins Fish Fry on the south coast for an authentic Bajan experience. Watch the sunset and then enjoy freshly barbecued fish, sample the local rum and join the party!

Jessica Williams - Barbados expert
Jessica Williams

Swimming with sea turtles off the west coast of Barbados is an amazing experience, and it's possible to rent a snorkel and simply swim out from the beach. Ask a local for the best places to see them.

Rachael Croome - Barbados expert
Rachael Croome

We hired a Mini Moke for the day which was great fun to drive. We went to St Nicholas Abbey which has a rum distillery and a steam train (the only one on Barbados, it opened in March 2019). We also went to Harrison Caves which are well worth a visit.

Barbados Fast Facts

Time Zone: Barbados is 4 hours behind GMT and does not observe daylight savings

Flight Time to Barbados: Flights to Barbados take approximately 9 hours

Currency: Barbados Dollar (BBD). US Dollars (USD) are also widely used. ATM's can be found in larger towns and most hotels and restaurants accept credit/debit cards

Tipping: Tipping in Barbados is customary but not obligatory. A 10% tip for service staff is usually sufficient

Language: The national language of Barbados is English

Visa: No visa required (Irish passport holders).


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