Barbados is an eastern Caribbean island with Bridgetown as its capital.

The west coast of Barbados offers calm, clear water, while the east coast opens up to crashing waves and an environment more suited to walking and surfing.

There are botanical gardens, the Harrison's Cave formation, and 17th-century plantation houses like St. Nicholas Abbey.

Local traditions include afternoon tea and cricket.

The culture of Barbados is a blend of West African and British cultures present in Barbados.

English is the official language, reflecting f British influence

But the Bajan dialect is spoken and is an iconic part of the Barbadian culture.

Travel journalists give a Youtube view of the island :

• Amy Atkinson, OK Magazine : https://youtu.be/XNxXipn3O0o
• Melanie May, freelance travel journalist : https://youtu.be/pOjKStCclnQ
• Alert Evans, the i Paper : https://youtu.be/0cRY5nZ0LoUI
• sabel Conway, RTE Radio 1 : https://youtu.be/IeWKoZzZYzk

Useful links

​ www.visitbarbados.org