B A R B A D O S

BEAUTIFUL BARBADOS

Famed for its transparent, twinkling waters that ripple elegantly alongside sugary sandy beaches, its legendary carnival culture and its exclusive resorts, Barbados is the perfect destination for an exquisite escape.

Relax among rolling luscious landscapes and golden glittering beaches, explore vibrant coloured villages surrounded by fields of sugarcane, indulge on traditional Bajan street-food whilst vibing to calypso and reggae beats at Oistins (which on Fridays and Saturdays hosts the island's best party).

Enquire with Travelia Escapes to plan your bespoke holiday to Barbados.

A FAMILY FAVOURITE

Barbados is a family favourite; there are an abundance of things to see and do that will bring you and your family into the island's unique culture and extraordinary nature. On the East Coast, you'll find plantation houses, rum distilleries, botanical gardens that flicker with butterflies and hummingbirds and quiet beaches with boutique bars. With 70 miles of pristine palm-fringed beaches, fine dining restaurants, luxurious resorts, challenging golf courses and designer shopping opportunities, the whole family will feel right at home.

Barbados provides travellers with the ingredients for an exotic escape; once having a taste, you will never want to leave…

When to go?

 The best time to visit Barbados is between November and April, making it the perfect destination to escape wintery weather in the UK. Thankfully, Barbados is one of the islands you can visit any time of the year; rainfall often makes way for sun, even in the wet season.

Where to stay?

Little Good Harbour, St. Peter, Barbados

This beautiful boutique property is a family-run hotel, located on the West Coast of Barbados. Find simple sophistication, traditional Caribbean decor and chic cottages throughout the two-acre tropical gardens. This beachside hotel defines unpretentious luxury and is the perfect place to relax from the flashier areas to the south.  Guests can enjoy personalised service, authentic Caribbean charm and direct access to a sugary beach just minutes away. The Fish Pot Restaurant is well-known throughout the island for its seafood specialities. 

Sandy Lane, St.James, Barbados

Sandy Lane in Barbados is one of the most luxurious and famous hotels in the Caribbean. The hotel is located on one of the most beautiful beaches on the island, with white coral sands and gorgeous gin-clear waters and is the perfect bay to indulge in an adventurous day of water sports. Not forgetting, Sandy Lane is a gentle walk away from the equally stunning Paynes Bay Beach or Holetown Beach if you are feeling adventurous.

Prepare to be amazed by the gleaming Italian marble floors, the classically Caribbean furnished rooms, with large verandas which overlook the tranquil sea or the vibrant plush gardens, and the truly outstanding warm Bajan hospitality. The standout five-bedroom villa offers complete seclusion, a courtyard with a pool and Jacuzzi and a dedicated butler and resident chef.

This resort will provide the finest holiday experience for families; the Treehouse club will leave the children entertained whilst you enjoy a day of golf, at one of the three renowned golf courses (two of which were designed by Tom Fazio) or a day of pampering at the spectacular spa. 

Cobblers Cove, Barbados

One of the finest private beach settings on the Caribbean island's famous Platinum Coast is home to this hotel. Decked out in colonial grandeur, Ocean Front Suites reside within tropical gardens, mere steps away from the water. The two signature suites, Camelot and Colleton at the Great House, also each feature their own rooftop terrace and plunge pool, complete with a cocktail bar. The oceanfront Camelot restaurant is known for serving some of the best foods in Barbados, while the bar goes from fresh juices in the morning to fine Bajan rum in the evening. Sports on offer include tennis and a range of water-based activities, such as water skiing, paddleboarding, snorkelling, kayaking and sailing. Private yoga classes on the beach can also be arranged- best followed by a trip to the Sea Moon Spa.