Barbados is one of the jewels in the West Indies part of the tropical Caribbean. Surrounded by palm fringed coral sand beaches in the west and the rugged Atlantic coastline on the east, the Bajan spirit of the island is infectious and its no wonder why Barbados is still one of the world's top holiday destinations.

Apart from the incredibly beautiful white sandy beaches and tropical climate, Barbados has an interesting centre full of sugar plantations, rum shacks and lush green jungle......

For food connoisseurs, Barbados caters for all cuisines and budgets from the celebrity favourites such as the expensive The Cliff, trendy Lone Star, relaxed and romantic Daphne’s and modern Cin Cin on the west coast. However, for great value Bajan food and that oozes atmosphere, the open Waterfront Café in Bridgetown is one of the best.

Saint Michael villas

Sitting in the southwest part of Barbados, St-Michael is home to Bridgetown, the historic capital and commercial centre of the island. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage site and is a lively place full of shops, cafes, bars and restaurants and where you will find many beachfront vacation rentals from one bedroom apartments to luxury family villas.

• Bridgetown - capital of Barbados
• Extensive shopping
• Lively nightlife and plenty of bars and restaurants
• Perfect beaches for watersports

Christ Church villas

Christ Church sit on the southwest of Barbados with the most southern point giving ideal conditions for windsurfing and kitesurfing. One of the highlights is a stroll down the south coast boardwalk - passing beautiful beaches and a night out at the Oistins Fish Fry.

Saint Lawerence Gap sits in this parish and in a nutshell, the best way to descrive the "Gap" is lively and fun with the best of Barbados's music bars, clubs and Bajan restaurants.

Saint James villas

Known as the Platinum Coast, it is home to many luxury hotels and elegant villas. Saint James is probably the most sophisticated part of the island and includes the famous Sandy Lane beach and infamous hotel. Holetown area is teeming with restaurants - from casual beach bars to gourmet restaurants.

Saint Peter villas

The next door neighbour to Saint James in the north-west of Barbados is the parish of St.Peter. Saint Peter is home to several historical sites such as the town of Speightstown and St. Nicholas Abbey. As you explore Saint Peter you'll also discover quaint fishing villages, a Wildlife Reserve and a tropical forest plus there are many excellent beaches and dive sites.

Things to see & do around Barbados