From bustling Bridgetown, heading north, travel twelve miles along the west coast of Barbados for an experience that is a stark contrast to what you have left behind. Welcome to Speightstown. The quiet sister of Bridgetown, Oistins and Holetown was named after William Speight – one of the members of the island’s first assembly – and is the second largest town in Barbados, catering to the residents of the north....
Sporting Events Polo POLO MATCHES Afternoon Tea on sale & a fully stocked bar. Admission: Adults Bds $20 Children under 12 y.o. FREE Start time: 3:15 PM Barbados Polo Club New Zealand Tour – Annual Challenge between a New Zealand Team and a select Barbadian Team Here’s the schedule: May 1: Holders Polo Club May 3: Apes Hill Polo Club May 7: Holders Polo Club Barbados Polo Season...
Live painting at the Gallery of Caribbean Art There are numerous, talented artists in Barbados, who have been producing a variety of work over the years. An online Barbados Art Directory was produced by Corrie Scott & Kathy Yearwood in 2011 that gives a great introduction to most of the artists and their work. I have found this directory to be extremely useful when trying to find a certain...
Prepare yourself for sensory overload, Barbados is beautiful, everything is near and your stay at Sapphire Beach Condominiums guarantees that you are close to the action yet far enough to preserve your tranquility. We’ve compiled a short guide to follow on what to do and where to go in St. Lawrence Gap. As your Barbados holiday apartment is near to a variety of restaurants, local rum shops and nightlife, you...
The year 2016 will always be remembered as the culmination of culture and identity through the celebration of Barbados’ 50th year of Independence – a milestone that only a few will witness in their lifetime. This golden year rests solidly on a history that is a little bit British with a dash of Africana, creating a colourful landscape and people that the world would know and identify as ‘of...
Lovers of Barbados are used to its warming people, bedazzling waters and rolling greens. But, what they don’t usually talk about is the unbeaten path – one which usually leads to a revitalizing experience that is sure to become the new ritual of your Barbados holidays. So, if rejuvenation is at the top of your summer to-do list, we introduce to you Barbados’ healing and relaxing charm with our top...
From sporting event like Polo matches and the Barbados Surf pro, to the Oistins Fish Festival and the Barbados Reggae Festival – here’s everything that’s going on in Barbados for the month of April! Sporting Events Polo POLO MATCHES Afternoon Tea on sale & a fully stocked bar. Admission: Adults Bds $20 Children under 12 y.o. FREE Start time: 3:15 PM Barbados Polo Season – Ferne Park Tournament: Barbados...
Photo compliments Hugo’s Restaurant The launch of Hugo’s Restaurant in the picturesque town of Speightstown is akin to manna from heaven! Touted as “ Something HUGE is coming to Barbados” the modern beachfront eatery did not disappoint. From start to finish, the experience was simply magical! Hugo’s officially opened their doors on December 22 but invited guests were welcomed for a much-appreciated pre launch. You must understand that Hugo’s...
Photo compliments Sundale Foods International Every Barbadian knows that the beautiful waters off Barbados are quietly teeming with a bountiful harvest. So, there is no surprise that a multitude of fish dishes are found on menus and tables across the island; however, one of the favourites remains fried flying fish. Whether paired with rice and peas or sandwiched between a soft salt bread (a local white-flour bun) fried flying...
Photo compliments Braddies Bar Barbados What is a Rum Shop? There are a few hundred Rum shops across Barbados, all are located in a Chattel House (a wooden shack with a corrugated roof), some have been extended and may have separate seating. They are easily identified as they are usually brightly painted and many have been branded by a variety of local companies, such as Mount Gay, Absolute, Banks...
