| Barbados is a land of pristine sandy beaches | | | | experience for divers. For non-divers, there are |
| stretching lazily under the rays of the tropical sun. | | | | submersible tours to take one through the |
| Although there are several fun and entertaining | | | | mysterious depths. |
| activities available on the island, there are five that | | | | 3. Barbados' rich culture manifests itself in festivals |
| top the list. | | | | that take place regularly on the island. In January, the |
| 1. The main attractions of the island are the beaches | | | | Barbados Jazz Festival attracts many visitors and |
| that liberally adorn its coastline. A trip to the beach is | | | | showcases the local talent as well as different genres |
| a must for every visitor to Barbados. Statistically, the | | | | of Caribbean, African and Cuban music. This festival |
| beaches account for a staggering 70 miles of the | | | | allows visitors to get a flavour of the land and its |
| coastline. The beaches of Barbados are grouped | | | | heritage and many people often organise their trips |
| according to locations: north, south, east and west | | | | to Barbados to coincide with this festival. |
| coast. Barbados offer travellers a beach for every | | | | 4. Another interesting experience is the Taste of |
| kind of activity one could wish to indulge in; for those | | | | Barbados Food Festival. This vibrant celebration |
| seeking to relax under the Caribbean rays where the | | | | embodies the potent flavours of the local cuisine and |
| waves are gentle, the West coast beaches are the | | | | reflects the traditions of the island. This gives guests |
| best choice. As a general rule of thumb the beaches | | | | at the festival, a feast for their taste buds as they |
| on the west coast are best for families with small | | | | get to sample traditional dishes and enjoy the cuisine |
| children, and as one moves further to the north or | | | | of the island all under one roof. |
| south beaches, travellers are sure to find water | | | | 5. There are two caves that must be visited by all |
| sports and fun activities in abundance. | | | | adventure lovers in Barbados; namely, Animal Flower |
| 2. The second fun activity in Barbados is the | | | | Cave and Harrison's Cave. The first is situated along |
| underwater tours that the island offers. The flora and | | | | the cliffs, near the northern edge of the island. It is a |
| fauna beneath the surface of the ocean defy belief | | | | study in natural history and geology and has a great |
| with their shapes and colour. Some exotic species | | | | deal of local folklore associated with it as well. The |
| that can be seen include the green turtles and parrot | | | | cave's appellation is derived from its numerous sea |
| fish. Also, there are coral reefs to marvel at, and | | | | anemones, locally known as animal flowers. Harrison's |
| relics of old ships resting on the bed of the ocean. | | | | Cave is only accessible using specially designed |
| Wrecks are best seen in Carlisle Bay, and diving in | | | | transport and has majestic stalagmites and stalactites |
| the S. S. Stavronikita is sure to be an unforgettable | | | | in its caverns. |