Happy 56th Independence Barbados!

By Blue Sky Luxury 11/30/2022

To start off the day, a national parade is held in recognition of this with the President and Prime Minister of Barbados in attendance. Afterward, a sumptuous Barbadian meal is the order of the day. Several of the island’s restaurants offer their Independence-themed menus, catering delicious breakfasts and lunches in a truly Bajan way. You can indulge in fried plantain, fish cakes, cou-cou and flying fish, macaroni pie, Bajan soup complete with Bajan dumplings, sweet bread, and seasonal conkies. For the rest of the big day, take a scenic island outing to see and mingle with the many happy and proud Barbadians found ‘liming’ – our version of hanging out – along the island’s shores, national parks and popular picnic spots. And while you’re at it, don’t forget to wear your blue, yellow and/or black – a representation of our national colours.

And finally, for the lovers of local music and fans of the party scene, November is now being considered the ‘New Crop Over,’ thanks to several promoters hosting independence themed parties at lovely plantation homes and other venues; party cruises along the island’s gorgeous coast; and carnival-inspired parades complete with music, paint and powder under the shimmering night’s sky. Of course, it is all topped off by the island’s favourite spirit in all its many forms – rum!