Why is Barbados so unique?

In addition to gorgeous beaches, rich marine life, and breathtaking coastal scenery, Barbados is famed for the dramatic Harrison's Cave, a limestone cavern discovered in the 18th century, just outside the village of Holetown. You can travel through the cave system, which stretches a mile long, by electric tram.



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In addition to gorgeous beaches, rich marine life, and breathtaking coastal scenery, Barbados is famed for the dramatic Harrison's Cave, a limestone cavern discovered in the 18th century, just outside the village of Holetown. You can travel through the cave system, which stretches a mile long, by electric tram.

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WEATHER AND BEACHES With its tropical climate and idyllic unspolit beaches there are fewer destinations to beat Barbados. The swimming on the west coast is in turquoise, generally calm, waters where the sea temperature is warm. On the east coast there are wild beaches and high surf.

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The tourists came for its fine beaches, its natural beauty, the friendliness of its people and its British heritage.

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Fun Facts About Barbados Geography and Population
  • Barbados is located in the Caribbean West Indies. ...
  • Barbados is the 13th smallest country in the world. ...
  • The island of Barbados is home to approximately 280,000 people. ...
  • Barbados is famous for its beaches and the island has about 60 miles of coastline.


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It most certainly is! The only problem with planning a trip to Barbados is working around your budget. The island consistently ranks as one of the most expensive places in the Caribbean, stacked with luxury hotels that charge upwards of $1000 a night.

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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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The U.S. State Department has rated Barbados at Level 1, indicating tourists should “exercise normal precautions.” The crime rate in Barbados is lower than in the U.S. Solo travelers, including women, should feel secure but are advised to exercise general precautions, especially at night.

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It is also very inexpensive to eat out in Barbados if you go to the right places, for example, the side of the road vans or better yet, a fish fry, it will cost you about USD 10 for a full plate of food.

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Barbados. org's Seven Wonders of Barbados
  • HARRISONS CAVE. An underground wonder.
  • ST. NICHOLAS ABBEY. Jacobean mansion.
  • BAOBAB TREE. Over 1000 years old!
  • HISTORIC WINDMILL. Step back in time.
  • JEWISH SYNAGOGUE. Synagogue Historic District.
  • CANNON GALORE. World's rarest collection.
  • GRAPEFRUIT TREE. born in Barbados.


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It's recommended to consult with local authorities or hotel staff about the safety of areas you plan to visit. Barbados is currently ranked #77 safest country for solo female travellers. Check full ranking.

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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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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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