by David Hughes

Barbados is a Caribbean island, and is very English in its ways because of being a British colony previously.

Barbados has five diverse parts, all of which have something for the tourists. The first, Bridgetown, is the capital city of the island. Central Barbados has an enormous limestone cave which is a great place to visit on the island, as well as having wildlife reserves that can be toured. This is also the place to enjoy golf and polo.

Eastern Barbados faces the Atlantic and has some extremely packed beaches. This also has the greatest surfing spot on the island, The Soup Bowl. Western Barbados is quieter, and is where some great beaches are. To conclude, Southern Barbados is bursting with bars and restaurants, and is celebrated for its fish fry.

While in Barbados, be sure you see the countless beaches and take in the sun. In addition, you should also go scuba diving or snorkeling to discover the remarkable marine life on the island. Additionally you can also surf here, and a good number of beaches will offer you the option of hiring all snorkeling, scuba diving, and surfing equipments.

The food in Barbados is unique. It is a mix of spices with different flavors, but you can also find English food that is not as spicy. Be prepared to eat something very Bajan along with something very English.

Make sure you try the Flying Fish which is an island icon. It is fried and served with a yellow sauce that contains very hot peppers, so be careful when trying it. Pepperpot is a local pork stew in a dark sauce. It’s quite spicy and definitely not to be missed.

Also, make sure you try “cutters”, which is a local sandwich. These can include flying fish as well. Be warned that there are very few fast food chains on the island, and almost none that serve beef, as the local people do not eat a lot of beef. So, you can find KFC on the island, but not a Burger King.

On Friday nights, you can go to the town of Oistins where the “Fish Fry” offered is tremendously appetizing. You can also buy fresh fish from the market here. The place is open till late with locals dancing till late night. This is one of the most popular spots on the island.

The island has some of the most sparkling water, so you can drink it from the tap. Additionally, Rum is awfully famous and can be seen in every bar. The biggest brand is Mount Gay Rum. In addition, you can also go on a trip of the Banks brewery, and although the tour is not that wonderful, there is an unrestricted amount of beer offered before it starts.

If you are searching for some sun and sand, Barbados is the best spot for you. The island has much to show, so even if you get tired of the beaches, you can find amusement elsewhere.

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