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Barbados
is in the Atlantic Ocean, but it is considered
the eastern most
island of the Caribbean Sea. Its highest point
is Mount Hillaby, which
stands 1,104 ft.The
total area of Barbados is 166 square miles.
Its population is 262,000.
Barbados is the most populated island in the
Caribbean Sea.
The capital, Bridgetown, is on the Caribbean
side of the island.
The climate is tropical and rainy, annual temperature
is 80 degrees F. (27 C.).
The annual rainfall is 1,500 mm (60 in).
Barbados' flag is in a pattern. It goes blue,
yellow, blue.
The blue stands for the sea and the sky.
The yellow stands for the sand on the beaches.
The traffic moves on the left side, and cricket
is the most popular sport.
Barbados gained self- government in 1961 and
full independence in 1966.
Getting Here There are direct daily flights
from London,
New York, Atlanta, Miami, Puerto Rico and Toronto.
Check out our links
page for flights and tickets.
Barbados
has a wide variety of quality accommodation
available, Resorts,Hotels, Apartments, Guest
houses, Surf Shacks, Chalets, Lodges,B+Bs. Time
share, and condos. Barbados
accommodation and resort hotels offers an accommodation
plus guide to this beautiful Island paradise.
Average year round temperature for Barbados
is 80°F (27°C) and the warm sunshine is moderated
by a steady North East Trade wind. Rain comes
in quick showers and more frequently during
'rainy' season from June through November.The
accommodation should include air-condtioning
Barbados is predominantly flat with only a few
gentle rolling hills to the north. The east
coast is the most beautiful drive on the island
with huge surf and mountainous backdrop. The
south of the island has white sand beaches and
in particular Crane beach has pink sand and
is a must see on your list of things to do.
The west coast is calm and tranquil with fine
sandy beaches shallow water with coral reefs
and tropical fish, ideal for a dream holiday.
The coral structure of the island acts as a
natural filter and the drinking waters of Barbados
are amongst the purest in the world. Horse racing
just south of Bridgetown makes a fun afternoon
out, the motor museum is unique and during test
cricket at the Oval, accommodation in Barbados
is booked up very early on.
World Cup Cricket in Barbados in 2007 will be
the most amazing sight ever, the whole Caribbean
is gearing up for this monumental event. Accommodation
is at a premium so book up early whether its
an apartment or a suite at St James
or a guest house on the south coast, whatever
you choos the world cup cricket is on its way.................
TIME: GMT - 4 (- 5 in the summer).
Barbados Dollar. US$1 = BDS $1.98, fixed rate.
110 Volts A.C. and 50 cycles.Two pronged U.S
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