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Mount Gay Rum: The story behind Barbados’ most famous export

No trip to Barbados would be complete without a taste of the island’s national drink: rum.

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Historic Barbados sites added to World Heritage List!

Barbados’ capital city Bridgetown and the nearby historic Garrison have gained approval to the prestigious World Heritage List! Take an interactive tour | View the photo gallery In approving the...

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Caribbean lighthouses – Barbados

Did you know that the Caribbean island of Barbados is home to four historic lighthouses? South Point Lighthouse, Barbados The oldest of Barbados’ lighthouses, South Point was assembled on the island in...

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Sweet Barbados Island Tours – discover the Caribbean’s sweetest island :)

Looking for a new and exciting way to explore the Caribbean island of Barbados? Sweet Barbados Island Tours may be just what you’re after! This family run company makes you feel just like one of their...

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Barbados Open House Programme 2012

Every January Bajans, the local ex-pat community and visitors begin to wonder… which houses will be on the Open House schedule this year?  Yes the Barbados National Trust’s Open House programme is that...

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What’s On In Barbados

For an island that’s just 166 square miles it’s amazing how much there is to in Barbados! Every day, and every night, the island is abuzz with activity and there truly is something for everyone. For...

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Changing of the Sentry in Barbados

Each Wednesday the historic Garrison area in Barbados comes alive with the “Changing Of The Sentry” ceremony! The event officially starts at 11:45 am but the crowd gathers earlier to mingle, enjoy the...

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Barbados-UK Ties

Barbados has a distinctly British heritage. The first English ship touched the islands shores in May 1625 and Barbados was claimed in the name of King James I. The English returned as settlers 2 years...

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Barbados featured in TravelersInsights.com magazine “World Heritage” edition!

Barbados has been featured in the TravelersInsights.com magazine for its recent designation as a UNESCO World Heritage site.

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Barbados Great Train Hike

Join the Great Train Hike across Barbados, from the capital city Bridgetown to the north-east of the island!

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375th Anniversary of Parliament of Barbados

On February 28th 2014, Barbados celebrated the 375th anniversary of our Parliament with a wonderful day of festivities! Here's how we spent the day....

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Join the Independence Celebrations in Barbados

See how you can join in the exciting Independence celebrations in Barbados.

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A visit to Gun Hill signal station and lion

Step back in time with a visit to a historic Barbados signal station, with its panoramic island views and beautiful lion statue carved in 1868!

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GoPro Video of Horse Whispers

Seeing the Barbados race horses run the beaches and swim in the early morning is just one of the many ways that your days can unfold in Barbados. While the majority of these pedigree racehorses love...

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St. Nicholas Abbey Heritage Package for Settlers Beach Villa Holidays

St. Nicholas Abbey, the last standing Jacobean Sugar Plantation in the world, is now a formal part of the Barbados Tourism Encyclopedia promotion for independent holidays. The promo is a project of the...

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Fascinating Barbados Placenames… Incl. Penny Hole, Break Neck Hill and...

As you travel around Barbados you'll discover some fascinating placenames with an intriguing story behind them! Here are some of our favourites.

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Caribbean Cultural Tourism Heritage in The Blood

Some say culture is in the blood, but if you are a potter you know that Caribbean heritage and culture is in the clay!

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Top 5 Barbados Heritage Sites

Barbados is a country with a rich heritage and a wonderful merger of African, European and other influences. Here are our favourite heritage sites on the island.

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Barbados Embraces Heritage and Cultural Travel

You're in for a treat as several splendid historic and cultural sites in Barbados will soon be enhanced, thanks to a substantial loan from a leading lending agency.

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375th Anniversary of Parliament of Barbados

On February 28th 2014, Barbados celebrated the 375th anniversary of our Parliament with a wonderful day of festivities! Here's how we spent the day....

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