If you are looking for the perfect beach holiday, somewhere you can really relax, look no further - with pristine beaches, crystal clear water and vibrant flora, Barbados has it all. This laid-back English colony combines beach life with great music, a hopping night scene, delicious food and a strong sense of history and culture.
The handsome colonial buildings of the capital, Bridgetown, date mainly from the 18th century, while the later buildings of the suburbs sprawl inland. Many of the island's mixed race population are descendants of the African slaves, brought over to work the colonial sugar plantations. Back at the beach, warm Caribbean waters are teeming with colourful fish swimming in vibrant coral reefs. Sailing, water-skiing, windsurfing, snorkelling and scuba diving are just some of the watersports available. Hire a car, scooter, bicycle or moke (open-air jeep) to venture further afield, and visit underwater caves, lush tropical gardens, sugar-cane factories, rum distilleries or plantation houses.
The island has a lively nightlife with floorshows of limbo dancers and pulsing reggae music - a perfect accompaniment to the Bajan cuisine of spicy seafood, tropical fruits and vegetables, washed down with rum cocktails and fresh fruit juices. It may all sound too good to be true - but this is Barbados.
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Divi Southwinds Beach Resort - Discount Hotel Rates - 3 AAA
Night life and great restaurants of Barbados' world-famous St. Lawrence Gap area is within walking distance. (Christ Church)
Bougainvillea Beach Resort - Discount Hotel Rates - 3 AAA
On the beautiful white-sand Maxwell Beach, area access Bridgetown, 5 minutes drive to St. Lawrence Gap.
Southern Palms Beach Club - Discount Hotel Rates - 3 AAA
In St. Lawrence Gap (Christ Church), overlooking the beach and 5 miles from Bridgetown center.
The Crane (Saint Philip) - Discount Hotel Rates - 4 AAA
Hotel is set on 40 acres on southeast coast at Crane beach, overlooking the sea. One of 10 best beaches in the world.
If you are looking for the perfect beach holiday, somewhere you can really relax, look no further - with pristine beaches, crystal clear water and vibrant flora, Barbados has it all. This laid-back English colony combines beach life with great music, a hopping night scene, delicious food and a strong sense of history and culture. 
