Is it ethical to travel to Barbados?

Barbados has been included on Ethical Traveler's list of 10 Best Destinations for 2014! The list seeks to identify the best travel destinations worldwide by considering factors related to environmental protection, social welfare and human rights. For the 2014 list, animal welfare has been added as a consideration.



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From tropical beaches, to gorgeous waters to surf on, being the birthplace of rum, and its exciting pirate history, there is a whole myriad of reasons to visit Barbados throughout the year. It's an easy choice, but far from a forgettable one.

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Of course, it is popular also because the best weather in Barbados is when it is cool and dry which is during the middle of winter in the UK. Fish and seafood are very popular on the island as they are caught daily by a fleet of small fishing boats around the island.

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Barbados is generally safe for solo female travellers. The country has a low crime rate and the people are friendly and welcoming. The island is well-developed and has a good infrastructure, making it easy to get around.

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Despite the fact that tourism is very reliant on the natural environment of the region, it has negative environmental impacts. These impacts include marine pollution and degradation, as well as a high demand for water and energy resources.

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Safety: Barbados vs. Jamaica. Barbados is largely considered to be one of the safest islands in the Caribbean, but it is still important to be aware of your surroundings there as you would at home, especially at night.

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Barbados is as safe as anywhere in the world as long as you take the necessary precautions. Do not walk alone at night in unlit places, on beaches etc. It is safe to drive anywhere on the island just do not stop if anyone waves you down, possibly can happen but not very often.

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Mosquitoes are resident nuisances on the island of Barbados. Of particular threat to the island is the Aedes aegypti mosquito which is a carrier of dengue and yellow fever.

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Barbados is a middle-income country with a diversified economy built on tourism and offshore banking and has one of the Caribbean's highest incomes per capita.

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Renting an Airbnb in Barbados is very safe. In fact, if you don't want to stay at the all-inclusive resorts, an Airbnb home will be the safest options. Not only are you protected by the booking process of the company, you can also check on reviews and ratings from previous travellers.

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Maybe its the relaxing scenery or decadent rum, but these 10 nations are the friendliest in the Caribbean!
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  • Anguilla. ...
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  • Dominica. ...
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  • Antigua. Not only are the locals on the island of Antigua friendly, but they are also extremely fun and will make sure you have the best possible time.


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