{"id":29922,"date":"2023-06-01T13:16:00","date_gmt":"2023-06-01T13:16:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/?p=29922"},"modified":"2023-06-01T13:16:02","modified_gmt":"2023-06-01T13:16:02","slug":"barbados-cruise-day","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/06\/barbados-cruise-day\/","title":{"rendered":"A Barbados Cruise Day Is Wonderful: Here\u2019s 9 Reasons You\u2019ll Want To Come Back"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ve just returned from a wonderful cruise that stopped in Barbados. You enjoyed every moment of your time on this beautiful island, but you can\u2019t help but feel like you didn\u2019t get to experience everything it has to offer on that short Barbados cruise day. That\u2019s why planning a longer trip to Barbados makes perfect sense.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I\u2019ve been to Barbados more than a few times when <\/span><span style=\"color: #03a9f4;\"><a style=\"color: #03a9f4;\" href=\"https:\/\/cruisenonstop.com\/royal-caribbean-cruise-line\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cruising with Royal Caribbean<\/span><\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, so when the opportunity came up recently to <strong>spend 14 days in the Caribbean<\/strong>, Barbados was top of my list, and for good reason. I wanted to see more of what this stunning island had to offer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From its beautiful beaches to historical landmarks and exciting outdoor activities, I was not disappointed. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you\u2019re traveling solo, with friends, or with family, there\u2019s something for everyone here.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/cruise-docked.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/cruise-docked.jpg\" alt=\"People leaving a cruise ship which has docked for a day in port\" class=\"wp-image-29930\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/cruise-docked.jpg 800w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/cruise-docked-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/cruise-docked-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Disembark your vessel for a Barbados cruise day. Photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@adamgonzales?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\">Adam Gonzales<\/a> on <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/A2MkCqYrSUw?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\">Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_56_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\" role=\"button\"><label for=\"item-69dbe503bd518\" ><span class=\"\"><span style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input aria-label=\"Toggle\" aria-label=\"item-69dbe503bd518\"  type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item-69dbe503bd518\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/06\/barbados-cruise-day\/#Why_Should_You_Do_A_Barbados_Cruise_Day_On_Your_Trip\" title=\"Why Should You Do A Barbados Cruise Day On Your Trip?\">Why Should You Do A Barbados Cruise Day On Your Trip?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/06\/barbados-cruise-day\/#Claim_Your_Cruise_Day_In_Barbados_For_Less_By_Signing_Up_To_Our_Subscriber_Exclusives\" title=\"Claim Your Cruise Day In Barbados For Less By Signing Up To Our Subscriber Exclusives\">Claim Your Cruise Day In Barbados For Less By Signing Up To Our Subscriber Exclusives<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/06\/barbados-cruise-day\/#Its_a_Small_Island\" title=\"It&#8217;s a Small Island\">It&#8217;s a Small Island<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/06\/barbados-cruise-day\/#It_Has_Great_Local_Transport\" title=\"It Has Great Local Transport\">It Has Great Local Transport<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/06\/barbados-cruise-day\/#ZR_Vans\" title=\"ZR Vans\">ZR Vans<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/06\/barbados-cruise-day\/#A_Word_On_Taxis\" title=\"A Word On Taxis\">A Word On Taxis<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/06\/barbados-cruise-day\/#The_People_Are_Amazing_and_So_Friendly\" title=\"The People Are Amazing and So Friendly\">The People Are Amazing and So Friendly<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/06\/barbados-cruise-day\/#9_Reasons_Why_Youll_Want_To_Come_Back_to_Stay_in_Barbados_Longer\" title=\"9 Reasons Why You&#8217;ll Want To Come Back to Stay in Barbados Longer\">9 Reasons Why You&#8217;ll Want To Come Back to Stay in Barbados Longer<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/06\/barbados-cruise-day\/#1_Experience_Oistins_Fish_Fry\" title=\"1. Experience Oistins Fish Fry\">1. Experience Oistins Fish Fry<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/06\/barbados-cruise-day\/#2_Visiting_Animal_Flower_Cave_and_Restaurant\" title=\"2. Visiting Animal Flower Cave and Restaurant\">2. Visiting Animal Flower Cave and Restaurant<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/06\/barbados-cruise-day\/#3_Experience_the_Nightlife_of_St_Lawrence_Gap\" title=\"3. Experience the Nightlife of St Lawrence Gap\">3. Experience the Nightlife of St Lawrence Gap<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/06\/barbados-cruise-day\/#4_Attend_a_Cricket_Match_at_Kensington_Oval\" title=\"4. Attend a Cricket Match at Kensington Oval\">4. Attend a Cricket Match at Kensington Oval<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/06\/barbados-cruise-day\/#5_Go_Celebrity_Spotting_Near_Sandy_Lane\" title=\"5. Go Celebrity Spotting Near Sandy Lane\">5. Go Celebrity Spotting Near Sandy Lane<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/06\/barbados-cruise-day\/#6_Watch_the_Horse_Racing_at_Barbados_Turf_Club\" title=\"6. Watch the Horse Racing at Barbados Turf Club\">6. Watch the Horse Racing at Barbados Turf Club<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/06\/barbados-cruise-day\/#7_Swim_with_the_Horses_at_Pebbles_Beach\" title=\"7. Swim with the Horses at Pebbles Beach\">7. Swim with the Horses at Pebbles Beach<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/06\/barbados-cruise-day\/#8_Get_Pampered_with_a_Stay_at_The_Crane_Resort\" title=\"8. Get Pampered with a Stay at The Crane Resort\">8. Get Pampered with a Stay at The Crane Resort<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/06\/barbados-cruise-day\/#9_Take_a_Sunset_Cruise_on_a_Catamaran\" title=\"9. Take a Sunset Cruise on a Catamaran\">9. Take a Sunset Cruise on a Catamaran<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/06\/barbados-cruise-day\/#Other_Activities_For_Your_Barbados_Itinerary\" title=\"Other Activities For Your Barbados Itinerary\">Other Activities For Your Barbados Itinerary<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/06\/barbados-cruise-day\/#Barbados_Where_Staying_a_Little_Longer_Makes_Perfect_Sense\" title=\"Barbados, Where Staying a Little Longer Makes Perfect Sense\">Barbados, Where Staying a Little Longer Makes Perfect Sense<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Should_You_Do_A_Barbados_Cruise_Day_On_Your_Trip\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #fd6b2b;\">Why Should You Do A Barbados Cruise Day On Your Trip?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But before we get into the reason why you should come back and spend a bit longer on Barbados, let\u2019s talk about why a Barbados cruise day should be the highlight of any cruise. There are 3 good reasons.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The size of the island<\/li>\n<li>Local transport&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li>The people<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Claim_Your_Cruise_Day_In_Barbados_For_Less_By_Signing_Up_To_Our_Subscriber_Exclusives\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #1fbfbd;\">Claim Your Cruise Day In Barbados For Less By Signing Up To Our Subscriber Exclusives<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/subscriber-exclusives?blg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"874\" height=\"160\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/874x160-SubX-Blog-Section.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-29215\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/874x160-SubX-Blog-Section.jpg 874w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/874x160-SubX-Blog-Section-300x55.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/874x160-SubX-Blog-Section-768x141.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 874px) 100vw, 874px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Its_a_Small_Island\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #c5229e;\">It&#8217;s a Small Island<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Barbados is small. Very small. In fact, by land mass, it is actually almost <strong>exactly the same size as the Isle of Arran<\/strong> in Scotland.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Interestingly Arran is often referred to as \u201cScotland in Miniature\u201d, whereas you could sometimes refer to the landscape of Barbados as \u201cGreat Britain in Miniature\u201d. So, imagine if you will, a place the size of Arran, but with an amazing climate and a population of just under 300,000 very friendly locals.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/barbados-cruise-day-barbados-v-arran.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/barbados-cruise-day-barbados-v-arran-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Map comparison of Barbados and the Isle of Arran in Scotland\" class=\"wp-image-29924\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/barbados-cruise-day-barbados-v-arran-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/barbados-cruise-day-barbados-v-arran-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/barbados-cruise-day-barbados-v-arran-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/barbados-cruise-day-barbados-v-arran-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/barbados-cruise-day-barbados-v-arran.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Barbados vs. The Isle of Arran<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"It_Has_Great_Local_Transport\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #c5229e;\">It Has Great Local Transport<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This compact size of the Island means it\u2019s relatively easy to get around, especially on the fleet of blue and yellow-striped Buses and \u201cZR Vans\u201d that populate the main island routes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The standard bus fare is just $BD3.50 (Barbados Dollars) which is $1.75 US Dollars.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How to get around Barbados, Reggae Bus, Public Transportation Barbados | Taxi or Rent a Car\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/0DbCnf5MzW8?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"ZR_Vans\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #1fbfbd;\">ZR Vans<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>You\u2019ll never forget your first trip on a ZR Van<\/strong>. Lots of loud music, beeping horns constantly, and sometimes a little erratic driving \u2013 just think of it as a fairground ride and go with the flow LOL.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Word_On_Taxis\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #1fbfbd;\">A Word On Taxis<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taxis are also everywhere, but always<strong> check the price first and confirm what currency they quoted you<\/strong> in. That 40 Dollar fare seems cheap when you assume they are talking about Barbados Dollars (so only 20 US Dollars). But once you get to your destination and they ask for 40 US Dollars, you will quickly realise your mistake. The taxi drivers can be a little crafty with this one, so be aware.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Barbados while easy to get around, does not have the best road system once you get away from Bridgetown and the main resort areas. The roads are bumpy and driving speeds can drop to a crawl in some places. So that 20-mile trip that should only take around 20-30 minutes can take a LOT longer.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_People_Are_Amazing_and_So_Friendly\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #c5229e;\">The People Are Amazing and So Friendly<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Okay, I know every island\u2019s tourism department would describe their Islanders as being friendly, but honestly, there is something special about the Barbados people (Bajans).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stop for directions and they\u2019ll happily jump in the car to guide you. They\u2019ll probably then offer to guide you on a tour around the island or invite you back to their home for lunch. This isn\u2019t to garner tips. This is genuinely how friendly they are.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/barbdados-fisherman.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/barbdados-fisherman.jpg\" alt=\"Man standing on the rocks with a fishing rod\" class=\"wp-image-29925\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/barbdados-fisherman.jpg 800w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/barbdados-fisherman-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/barbdados-fisherman-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The people in Barbados are always so happy to see you. Image by <a href=\"https:\/\/pixabay.com\/users\/braico-230377\/?utm_source=link-attribution&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=image&amp;utm_content=2664576\">Brian Dorff<\/a> from <a href=\"https:\/\/pixabay.com\/\/?utm_source=link-attribution&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=image&amp;utm_content=2664576\">Pixabay<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Reasons_Why_Youll_Want_To_Come_Back_to_Stay_in_Barbados_Longer\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #fd6b2b;\">9 Reasons Why You&#8217;ll Want To Come Back to Stay in Barbados Longer<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Barbados really does make a wonderful port stop, but due to your limited time on the Island, you can\u2019t really do longer trips or experience any of the wonderful Barbados nightlife.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So here\u2019s a list of 9 things that will definitely make you want to <strong>come back to Barbados for a longer stay<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Experience_Oistins_Fish_Fry\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #0b843f;\">1. Experience Oistins Fish Fry<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to experience real Barbadian culture, then <\/span><strong><span style=\"color: #03a9f4;\"><a style=\"color: #03a9f4;\" href=\"https:\/\/barbados.org\/oistins-fish-fry.htm\">Oistins Fish Fry<\/a><\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong> is a must-visit place<\/strong>. This weekly event is held on Friday nights, where locals and visitors gather to enjoy freshly caught fish, music, and dancing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can choose from a variety of seafood dishes, including grilled or fried fish, lobster, shrimp, and more and the prices are really reasonable for some wonderfully cooked street food.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The atmosphere is lively and fun, and you can even try your hand at limbo dancing.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Oistins Fish Fry Barbados\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/3Hx6ObcwojY?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Visiting_Animal_Flower_Cave_and_Restaurant\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #ff737b;\">2. Visiting Animal Flower Cave and Restaurant<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Located in the northernmost parish of St. Lucy, the <\/span><span style=\"color: #03a9f4;\"><a style=\"color: #03a9f4;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.animalflowercave.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Animal Flower Cave<\/span><\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a natural wonder that you don\u2019t want to miss. This sea cave features stunning rock formations, stalactites, and stalagmites.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just watch your timing for your visit though. High tides or rough seas mean that the entrance to the cave will be closed for safety reasons.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The steps down to the cave are steep and the cave rocks can be slippy. The payment of the entrance fee will include the services of a local guide who will tell you all about the history of the cave and show you the \u201canimal flowers\u201d that grow in the water, that gave the cave its name.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ll also have some free time to <strong>swim in the large rock pools within the cave itself<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After your swim, you can enjoy a meal at the restaurant overlooking the ocean and watch the waves crash against the cliffs. This is the most northerly point of Barbados. The view is breathtaking, and the experience is unforgettable.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/barbados-cruise-day-north-shore-cliffs.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/barbados-cruise-day-north-shore-cliffs-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"The cliffs and Caribbean Sea around Animal Flower Cave \" class=\"wp-image-29926\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/barbados-cruise-day-north-shore-cliffs-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/barbados-cruise-day-north-shore-cliffs-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/barbados-cruise-day-north-shore-cliffs-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/barbados-cruise-day-north-shore-cliffs-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/barbados-cruise-day-north-shore-cliffs.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Make sure you time your trip to Animal Flower Cave as high tide can cut off the entrance<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Experience_the_Nightlife_of_St_Lawrence_Gap\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #004797;\">3. Experience the Nightlife of St Lawrence Gap<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re looking for a fun night out, head to <\/span><span style=\"color: #03a9f4;\"><a style=\"color: #03a9f4;\" href=\"https:\/\/barbados.org\/stlaw.htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">St. Lawrence Gap<\/span><\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This <strong>street is lined with bars, restaurants, and nightclubs<\/strong>, and it\u2019s the perfect place to dance the night away.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Known locally as just \u201cThe Gap\u201d this is a resort-style strip that is always \u201cjumping\u201d. There is a huge diversity of choice here from local rum shacks and street food to high-end nightclubs and fine dining.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can listen to live music, enjoy a rum punch, and meet friendly locals and other travelers. The atmosphere is lively and energetic, and you\u2019re sure to have a great time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Gap is located on the South Coast and is easy to reach from most of the popular hotel and resort locations.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/barbados-cruise-day-st-lawrence-gap.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/barbados-cruise-day-st-lawrence-gap-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"People chatting and drinking in St Lawrence Gap at night\" class=\"wp-image-29927\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/barbados-cruise-day-st-lawrence-gap-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/barbados-cruise-day-st-lawrence-gap-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/barbados-cruise-day-st-lawrence-gap-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/barbados-cruise-day-st-lawrence-gap-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/barbados-cruise-day-st-lawrence-gap.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Settle down for a drink and a boogie in St Lawrence Gap<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Attend_a_Cricket_Match_at_Kensington_Oval\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #f70000;\">4. Attend a Cricket Match at Kensington Oval<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cricket is the national sport of Barbados, and attending a match at <\/span><span style=\"color: #03a9f4;\"><a style=\"color: #03a9f4;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kensingtonoval.org\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kensington Oval<\/span><\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a unique experience.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The stadium is located in Bridgetown, and it\u2019s the home of the Barbados cricket team. It\u2019s a world-class venue that surprises many people when they first see it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you can time your visit when there is a major cricket match, it\u2019s a great experience. Quite different from the \u201cPimms and Strawberries\u201d you might be used to at a village cricket match in England.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can watch a match, <strong>enjoy some delicious food and drinks, and immerse yourself in the local culture<\/strong>. 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font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CraH8oBOeDH\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none;\" target=\"_blank\">A post shared by Christopher Scott (@your_nomadic_friend)<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/blockquote><script async src=\"\/\/platform.instagram.com\/en_US\/embeds.js\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/holidays\/barbados?blg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"874\" height=\"160\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Barbados.gif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-29938\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Go_Celebrity_Spotting_Near_Sandy_Lane\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #a058de;\">5. Go Celebrity Spotting Near Sandy Lane<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Barbados is a popular destination for celebrities, and if you\u2019re lucky, you might<span style=\"color: #03a9f4;\"> <a style=\"color: #03a9f4;\" href=\"https:\/\/caribbeanwarehouse.co.uk\/blog\/2021\/07\/paparazzi-at-the-ready-our-guide-to-celebrity-spotting-in-barbados\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">spot a movie star or two<\/a> <\/span>near Sandy Lane.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sandy Lane is a luxury resort located just south of Holetown, which is a lively and popular tourist area on the West Coast of the Island. It\u2019s renowned for its three golf courses, including the Green Monkey designed by Tom Fazio, its world-class spa, and its several gourmet restaurants.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sandy Lane and the nearby <strong>private residences at \u201cOne Sandy Lane\u201d are also famous for attracting celebrities<\/strong> and high-profile guests, contributing to its reputation as one of the most prestigious resorts in the Caribbean.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-rich is-provider-instagram wp-block-embed-instagram\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" data-instgrm-captioned data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CqYBAtxuJMi\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\" style=\" background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:500px; min-width:326px; padding:0; 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font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:550; line-height:18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div><\/div><div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div> <div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\"><div> <div style=\"background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div> <div style=\"background-color: #F4F4F4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div> <div style=\"background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div><\/div><div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\"> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div> <div style=\" width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg)\"><\/div><\/div><div style=\"margin-left: auto;\"> <div style=\" width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div> <div style=\" width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div><\/div><\/div> <div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\"> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div><\/div><\/a><p style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CqYBAtxuJMi\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none;\" target=\"_blank\">A post shared by Sandy Lane Hotel, Barbados (@sandylanehotel)<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/blockquote><script async src=\"\/\/platform.instagram.com\/en_US\/embeds.js\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It can be fun spending a day at one of the local bars nearby and people-watching. You\u2019ll see countless Ferraris, Lamborghinis, and Bentleys. And, if you are lucky, you might spot the odd celebrity or two.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Simon Cowell was in residence at One Sandy Lane when we were in town, but we didn\u2019t manage to bump into him much to my wife\u2019s disappointment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other well-known names that often frequent the area are <strong>Gwyneth Paltrow, Tiger Woods, Oprah Winfrey, and Hugh Grant<\/strong>. And of course, you may even spot the \u201cQueen\u201d of Barbados, Rihanna.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you are in the area, don\u2019t forget to visit Rihanna\u2019s birthplace on the edge of Bridgetown at \u201cRihanna Drive\u201d.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Watch_the_Horse_Racing_at_Barbados_Turf_Club\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #0ab902;\">6. Watch the Horse Racing at Barbados Turf Club<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Horse racing is another popular sport in Barbados, and the <\/span><span style=\"color: #03a9f4;\"><a style=\"color: #03a9f4;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.barbadosturfclub.org\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Barbados Turf Club<\/span><\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is the place to be if you want to watch a race.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The club is located in the parish of St. Michael, opposite the historic Garrison building and it hosts races throughout the year.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can place a bet, enjoy some food and drinks, and cheer on your favorite horse. The atmosphere is electric, and you\u2019ll feel like you\u2019re part of the action. You might even win some Barbados dollars to bring home.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/barbados-horse-race.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/barbados-horse-race.jpg\" alt=\"Jockey hiding on a horse in Barbados\" class=\"wp-image-29928\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/barbados-horse-race.jpg 800w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/barbados-horse-race-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/barbados-horse-race-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The sport of kings is a hug pastime in Barbados. Image by <a href=\"https:\/\/pixabay.com\/users\/idleroad-15674159\/?utm_source=link-attribution&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=image&amp;utm_content=5022337\">idleroad<\/a> from <a href=\"https:\/\/pixabay.com\/\/?utm_source=link-attribution&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=image&amp;utm_content=5022337\">Pixabay<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Swim_with_the_Horses_at_Pebbles_Beach\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #ff4880;\">7. Swim with the Horses at Pebbles Beach<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Of course, we can\u2019t mention the horse racing without mentioning their daily swim in the Sea at nearby Pebbles Beach.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most mornings the trainers will lead their horses across to the beach for a swim in the Sea. This is part of their training and it can attract a large crowd of locals and tourists.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You need to be out early in the day to see them though. Sometimes they are as early as 5 or 6 am.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you act sensibly and listen to what the trainers tell you, they will allow you to swim alongside the horses. It\u2019s an unforgettable experience you won\u2019t find anywhere else. The water is crystal clear, the sand is soft and white, and the horses are friendly and well-trained.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Get_Pampered_with_a_Stay_at_The_Crane_Resort\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #20b1f0;\">8. Get Pampered with a Stay at The Crane Resort<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So you were pampered on the cruise and in need of even more pampering? Well,<span style=\"color: #03a9f4;\"><a style=\"color: #03a9f4;\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/holidays\/barbados\/saint-philip\/the-crane\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> the Crane Resort<\/a> <\/span>should be on your list for at least part of your stay.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s a luxurious hotel located on the east coast of Barbados. It features stunning <strong>ocean views, a private beach, and world-class amenities<\/strong>. You can relax by the pool, enjoy a massage at the spa, and indulge in delicious food and drinks.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We were in Barbados when you had to do departure testing to fly back to the States, and we got our tests done in The Crane. I have got to say it was certainly the most luxurious Covid test we ever had to endure!<\/span><\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/the-crane.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/the-crane.jpg\" alt=\"The main pool area at The Crane, Barbados\" class=\"wp-image-29931\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/the-crane.jpg 800w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/the-crane-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/the-crane-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Imagine chilling around this main pool area at The Crane, Barbados<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Take_a_Sunset_Cruise_on_a_Catamaran\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #5b3411;\">9. Take a Sunset Cruise on a Catamaran<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Barbados is known for its beautiful sunsets, and there\u2019s no better way to enjoy them than on a catamaran. Take a sunset cruise along the coast, <strong>enjoy some rum punch, and watch the sun go down over the ocean<\/strong>. It\u2019s a romantic and peaceful way to end your day in Barbados.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are a number of catamaran operators that do trips out of Holetown and Bridgetown. The name you will hear mentioned most is probably \u201cCool Runnings\u201d or \u201cTiami\u201d and they both offer excellent service.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, if you want something a little bit more exclusive and upmarket, give <span style=\"color: #03a9f4;\"><a style=\"color: #03a9f4;\" href=\"https:\/\/silvermoonbarbados.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Silver Moon Catamarans<\/a><\/span> a try. They take fewer guests on their boats, so it almost feels like a private charter and they treat you like royalty.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before the sun goes down you\u2019ll have opportunities for snorkeling and swimming in the calm waters of Carlisle Bay.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Catamaran trip that we did was the highlight of our stay in Barbados<\/span><\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/catamaran-cruise.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/catamaran-cruise.jpg\" alt=\"Catamaran floating just off-shore while people jump off and swim in the sea\" class=\"wp-image-29932\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/catamaran-cruise.jpg 800w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/catamaran-cruise-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/catamaran-cruise-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">If you haven&#8217;t had enough aquatic adventures on your cruise, hop aboard a catamaran. Image by <a href=\"https:\/\/pixabay.com\/users\/u_rbd7iydl-19551049\/?utm_source=link-attribution&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=image&amp;utm_content=7606768\">u_rbd7iydl<\/a> from <a href=\"https:\/\/pixabay.com\/\/?utm_source=link-attribution&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=image&amp;utm_content=7606768\">Pixabay<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_Activities_For_Your_Barbados_Itinerary\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #fd6b2b;\">Other Activities For Your Barbados Itinerary<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you\u2019re traveling on a cruise, you only have a limited amount of time on each island. You have to rush to see everything you want to see and do everything you want to do.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These 9 experiences are just a few of the reasons why you\u2019ll want to come back and stay in Barbados longer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When planning your trip, make sure to include some of the island\u2019s other top activities. Take a tour of St. Nicholas Abbey, a historical home and sugar plantation with a rum distillery and train line. Go underground to the famous Harrison\u2019s Cave. Visit the incredible beaches at Bathsheba and don\u2019t forget to try some of the island\u2019s famous rum, like Mount Gay, which has been produced on the island for over 300 years.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lastly and most importantly. Don\u2019t ignore that <strong>there is <\/strong><\/span><strong>lots to do in Bridgetown<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong> itself<\/strong>. So many people pass it by on the way to an excursion, not realising what the city has to offer.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/bridgetown-barbados.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/bridgetown-barbados.jpg\" alt=\"Boats in the harbour in Bridgetown, Barbados\" class=\"wp-image-29933\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/bridgetown-barbados.jpg 800w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/bridgetown-barbados-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/bridgetown-barbados-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Wander along the stunning and tranquil waterfront in Bridgetown. Photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@scottsbateman?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\">Scott S. Bateman<\/a> on <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/e3TSMGMmI4Y?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\">Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Barbados_Where_Staying_a_Little_Longer_Makes_Perfect_Sense\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #fd6b2b;\">Barbados, Where Staying a Little Longer Makes Perfect Sense<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Barbados cruise day is always my highlight of any Southern Caribbean cruise, but if you truly want to experience everything that Barbados has to offer, go ahead and plan that return trip. You won\u2019t regret it. From the friendly locals to the beautiful beaches and rich culture, there\u2019s something for everyone on this Caribbean gem.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Click the button below<\/strong> to find out more about the best things to do in the island&#8217;s capital and make that the starting point of your next Bajan adventure.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/caribbeanwarehouse.co.uk\/blog\/2021\/05\/things-to-do-in-bridgetown\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"600\" height=\"140\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Find-Out-More-CTA.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-29767\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Find-Out-More-CTA.png 600w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Find-Out-More-CTA-300x70.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You\u2019ve just returned from a wonderful cruise that stopped in Barbados. 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