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Barbados Holidays - Travel Guide |
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Family Friendly Barbados holidays - Barbados Hotels & Apartments only |
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 Barbados, the pearl of the Caribbean, is the eastern-most Caribbean island. It is actually an enormous and ancient coral reef that was formed approximately one million years ago. It has been dubbed 'the real fantasy island', an appellation that points to its exotic resorts and glorious beaches. It enjoys 340 days of sunshine a year, numerous well-developed amenities, a throbbing nightlife and friendly inhabitants, making it one of the most desirable holiday destinations. The island is a pear-shaped, 20-mile (32km) stretch of soft coral, which is permeated by water and over time has formed fascinating underground caverns. The coral reefs enveloping most of the island entice tourists to its picturesque shores.
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Best* 3-star Half Board for family's |
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Allamanda Beach, Christchurch. 3-star S/C, B&B, H/B, AI. Located on the picturesque south coast of Barbados. It consists of elegant and spacious rooms... More >>> |
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Bougainvillea Beach Resort, Christchurch. 3-star R/O, B&B, H/B, F/B. Outstanding accommodation and lush complex grounds with lagoons and cascading waterfalls ... More >>> |
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Best* South Coast AI for family's |
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Crystal Cove Hotel, St. James. 4-star AI. Its spacious rooms are built on a cliff around pools and gardens. Maisonette-style one-bedroom suites are ... More >>> |
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Turtle Beach Resort, Christchurch. 4-star AI. Located along the white sands and crystal waters of the Caribbean Sea, in the south coast of Barbados.. More >>> |
Use the search box below to see all of our holidays & hotels in Barbados. |
* Based on previous guest opinions. **Free child place(s) applies to accommodation only but may not be for all board levels. FCP's subject to availability but were available at time of publishing. |
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Barbados holidays travel facts Climate: Barbados's Weather & Climate (opens as a pop-up) Airports: Barbados Airport (BGI) (opens as a pop-up) Flight time from UK: Between 8 & 9 hours Time: GMT –5.
Electricity: 110 volts, 50Hz. Most hotels provide adaptors and transformers for hairdryers and other appliances.
Money: The Barbados Dollar (BBD) is fixed to the US Dollar at a rate of Bd$1.98 to US$1 and does not fluctuate. Its rate relative to other currencies fluctuates based on the particular currency's relation to the US Dollar. US Dollars are also widely accepted on the island, and well-known international credit cards and travellers cheques are accepted in most stores and restaurants. Banks and ATMs are freely available and cash withdrawals can be made.
Language: English is the official language.
Entry requirements for UK nationals: British tourists require a valid passport, but no visa for stays of up to six months Useful contact information: British High Commission London, United Kingdom: +44 020 76314975
British High Commission, Bridgetown: (246) 430-7800 Website |
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 Looking for cheap holidays Barbados? Use the search box above to search for charter flights to Barbados and "low-cost" cheap flights Barbados, cheap holidays to Barbados including beach holidays Barbados & last minute Barbados holidays.
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Things to see and do in Barbados for family's |
Ocean Park: Ocean Park is a unique Marine Aquarium. In our displays you can experience the underwater life up close. The 26 displays located throughout the park showcase the bright, colourful and exotic fish and sea life found around Barbados and the Caribbean, as well as weird and wonderful animals from tropical seas around the globe. The park is set in beautiful outdoor gardens filled with lush tropical flowering plants and vegetation. |
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Boatyard Adventure Beach: The Boatyard offers unbeatable beach facilities enhanced only by the natural white sandy beach and calm azure water. Upon entering The Boatyard, a beach package is offered at Adventure Beach which ensures you a day filled with fun and pleasure in paradise. The package entitles you to:- Beach lounge chair, complementary cocktail, juice or soft drink, Rope swing from pier, Ocean trampolines, Iceberg rock-climb and water slide and beach games. There's also a bar and restaurant plus fresh water showers & changing rooms. |
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 Cool Runnings: Catamaran trips for all the family which includes: Transportation to and from your hotel, snorkeling equipment, snorkeling instruction, unlimited drinks and buffet lunch. The boat makes three stops: swimming and snorkeling with the Sea Turtles, over a Shipwreck and a Beach in a tranquil secluded bay.
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Atlantis Submarines: An unforgettable undersea expedition on board the Atlantis Submarine. On board the submarine you will discover the natural phenomenon of the under-sea world, seated in the comfort of this spacious, air-conditioned submarine whilst you view the beautiful coral reef and the abundance of marine life, including spectacular coral, sponge, and exotic fish through large, clear viewing windows. The submarine descends to depths of 150 feet to view a sunken shipwreck that has in the past been reserved for scuba divers. For adults & children above 3-feet in height. |
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Essential Information
Every August the island of Barbados runs the well-known Barbados Sports Camp with FREE coaching in soccer, netball and cricket to children aged between 9 and 17. The coaches are world-famous sports stars. For info please visit www.visitbarbados.org/sportscamp |
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 Free child places - Holidays, Hotels & Apartments. Our dynamic search does all the hard work in sourcing holidays with free child places. It searches from self catering holidays right through to all inclusive holidays with free child places and only returns the best deal found. All you need to do is enter the childrens ages on the last day of the holiday and the database will show the best deal available. If your party includes teenagers above 11 then you must enter these as adults as the airline will charge an adult fare. If your family includes infants then excluded them in the search (i.e. don't class them as a child) but do call us before booking so that we can ensure that a cot is available. Not sure! then play safe and give us a call as you'll find us very family friendly. Read more.... |
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If you would prefer us to find you cheap Barbados holidays, hotels or apartments in Barbados for you then all you need do is give us a call on 0845 430 2004 or complete our holiday enquiry form and we will come back to you with the best price possible. We will also search for alternative dates and resorts so that you can then compare cost. |
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All Barbados holidays can be booked on-line or by calling 0845 430 2004. We accept: |
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