{"id":33171,"date":"2024-08-06T09:38:59","date_gmt":"2024-08-06T09:38:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/?p=33171"},"modified":"2024-08-27T15:32:46","modified_gmt":"2024-08-27T15:32:46","slug":"things-to-do-in-barbados","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-barbados\/","title":{"rendered":"The Definitive Top 5 Things to Do in Barbados From Our Island Expert"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>There are a million-and-one <strong>things to do in Barbados<\/strong> that will keep you entertained for days. But we asked a seasoned island visitor which activities they&#8217;d always recommend.<\/p>\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n<p>When it comes to amazing things to do in Barbados it&#8217;s likely you&#8217;ll be spoilt for choice. However, whether you&#8217;re an<span style=\"color: #03a9f4;\"> <a style=\"color: #03a9f4;\" href=\"https:\/\/caribbeanwarehouse.co.uk\/blog\/2021\/09\/a-first-time-travellers-guide-to-barbados\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">island first-timer<\/a> <\/span>or an experienced head, there are some activities you just can&#8217;t miss.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>We spoke to our very own in-house Bajan boffin, Tom, to discover what he recommends on the island.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>These five activities will never get old<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/barbados-views.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/barbados-views.jpg\" alt=\"Woman staring out over the Caribbean Sea in Barbados\" class=\"wp-image-33174\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/barbados-views.jpg 800w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/barbados-views-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/barbados-views-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">When there are so many things to do in Barbados how do you know what are the must-see events? Photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@tomjur?utm_content=creditCopyText&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=unsplash\">Tom Jur<\/a> on <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/a-palm-tree-sitting-on-the-edge-of-a-cliff-next-to-the-ocean-0ilUkFOC-As?utm_content=creditCopyText&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=unsplash\">Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\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:\/\/britishtravelawards.com\/btaform.php?nomLink=264\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"874\" height=\"140\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Generic.png\" alt=\"Vote for Blue Bay in the British Travel Awards 2024\" class=\"wp-image-32782\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Generic.png 874w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Generic-300x48.png 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Generic-768x123.png 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<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-69e68c9f73867\" ><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-69e68c9f73867\"  type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item-69e68c9f73867\"><\/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\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-barbados\/#Introducing_Our_Island_Expert\" title=\"Introducing Our Island Expert\">Introducing Our Island Expert<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-barbados\/#What_Are_the_Top_5_Things_to_Do_in_Barbados\" title=\"What Are the Top 5 Things to Do in Barbados?\">What Are the Top 5 Things to Do in Barbados?<\/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-3\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-barbados\/#Short_on_budget_Check_out_our_guide_to_the_top_FREE_things_to_do_in_Barbados_too\" title=\"Short on budget?? Check out our guide to the top FREE things to do in Barbados too!\">Short on budget?? Check out our guide to the top FREE things to do in Barbados too!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/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\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-barbados\/#1_Island_safari\" title=\"1. Island safari\">1. Island safari<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-barbados\/#2_Bar-hopping_in_Holetown\" title=\"2. Bar-hopping in Holetown\">2. Bar-hopping in Holetown<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-barbados\/#3_Oistins_Fish_Fry\" title=\"3. Oistins Fish Fry&nbsp;\">3. Oistins Fish Fry&nbsp;<\/a><\/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\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-barbados\/#4_Catamaran_Cruise\" title=\"4. Catamaran Cruise\">4. Catamaran Cruise<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-barbados\/#5_Eating_Out\" title=\"5. Eating Out\">5. Eating Out<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-barbados\/#Where_to_Stay_in_Barbados\" title=\"Where to Stay in Barbados?\">Where to Stay in Barbados?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-barbados\/#The_One_Near_Attractions_O2_Beach_Club_Spa\" title=\"The One Near Attractions: O2 Beach Club &amp; Spa\">The One Near Attractions: O2 Beach Club &amp; Spa<\/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\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-barbados\/#The_Luxurious_Adults-Only_One_Sandals_Barbados\" title=\"The Luxurious Adults-Only One: Sandals Barbados\">The Luxurious Adults-Only One: Sandals Barbados<\/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\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-barbados\/#The_One_For_Families_Radisson_Aquatica_Resort_Barbados\" title=\"The One For Families: Radisson Aquatica Resort Barbados\">The One For Families: Radisson Aquatica Resort Barbados<\/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\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-barbados\/#The_One_Thats_Not_a_Hotel_Cruise_to_Barbados_Instead\" title=\"The One That&#8217;s Not a Hotel: Cruise to Barbados Instead\">The One That&#8217;s Not a Hotel: Cruise to Barbados Instead<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-barbados\/#When_should_you_go\" title=\"When should you go?\">When should you go?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introducing_Our_Island_Expert\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #fd6b2b;\">Introducing Our Island Expert<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Our Barbados boffin is part of the Blue Bay Team and has well over a decade of experience in the travel industry. During that time he&#8217;s visited this iconic island more times than we&#8217;ve had hot dinners. So, we could think of no one&#8217;s brains we&#8217;d rather pick.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>With a host of <strong>amazing destinations like Bridgetown,<span style=\"color: #03a9f4;\"> <a style=\"color: #03a9f4;\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2024\/08\/best-things-to-do-in-holetown-barbados\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Holetown<\/a><\/span>, <a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-oistins\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"color: #03a9f4;\">Oistins<\/span><\/a><\/strong> and more all offering their own unique options, there are undoubtedly a million awesome activities in Barbados to satisfy any type of traveller. Whether you like kicking back on the sand or getting out there and experiencing as much as possible. And\u00a0with so much choice, it can be difficult to narrow the field down to one incredible itinerary.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>But, using Tom&#8217;s experience, we&#8217;ve cut out the noise to leave you with just 5 top options for spending your time on the island. So, what are these moments to savour?<\/p>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_the_Top_5_Things_to_Do_in_Barbados\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #fd6b2b;\">What Are the Top 5 Things to Do in Barbados?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Tom&#8217;s creme de la creme of Barbados activities takes in some of the most enthralling places on the island. In fact, if you want to capture that all-encompassing view, you can even do that too! Here&#8217;s his list:<\/p>\n<ol class=\"block-editor-rich-text__editable editor-rich-text__editable\" role=\"textbox\" contenteditable=\"true\" aria-multiline=\"true\" data-is-placeholder-visible=\"false\" aria-label=\"Write list\u2026\" aria-autocomplete=\"list\">\n<li>Island safari<\/li>\n<li>Bar-hopping in Holetown<\/li>\n<li>Oistins Fish Fry<\/li>\n<li>Catamaran cruise<\/li>\n<li>Eating out<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Short_on_budget_Check_out_our_guide_to_the_top_FREE_things_to_do_in_Barbados_too\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #1f49c7;\">Short on budget?? Check out our guide to the top<\/span> <span style=\"color: #03a9f4;\"><a style=\"color: #03a9f4;\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2024\/08\/free-things-to-do-in-barbados\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">FREE things to do in Barbados<\/a><\/span> <span style=\"color: #1f49c7;\">too!<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Island_safari\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #740384;\">1. Island safari<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>One of the best things about exploring a new destination is getting to know all the top spots. The best way to do this in Barbados is with an ATV island safari. In fact, when our CEO<span style=\"color: #03a9f4;\"> <a style=\"color: #03a9f4;\" href=\"https:\/\/caribbeanwarehouse.co.uk\/blog\/2022\/03\/alistair-o2-barbados\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Alistair Rowland visited O2 Beach Club<\/a> <\/span>earlier this year, he chose the island safari as his favourite excursion.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>During this<span style=\"color: #03a9f4;\"> <a style=\"color: #03a9f4;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.islandsafari.bb\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">island safari<\/a><\/span>, you&#8217;ll get the chance to <strong>spy some of the country&#8217;s best bits<\/strong>. You&#8217;ll also have the opportunity to explore more of <a href=\"https:\/\/caribbeanwarehouse.co.uk\/blog\/2021\/07\/east-vs-west-coast-barbados\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"color: #03a9f4;\">Barbados&#8217;s rugged east coast<\/span><\/a>, as well as incredibly beautiful locations like Bathsheba.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Knowledgeable guides will point out local points of interest throughout the trip, like famous singer Rihanna&#8217;s house. 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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\/B76jik4FKCf\/?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 Ins &amp; Outs Of Barbados (@insandoutsbarbados)<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/blockquote><script async src=\"\/\/platform.instagram.com\/en_US\/embeds.js\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Bar-hopping_in_Holetown\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #740384;\">2. Bar-hopping in Holetown<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you&#8217;ve ever been to Barbados you&#8217;ll know that there is a party atmosphere in most areas come nightfall. However, Tom found one of the <span style=\"color: #03a9f4;\"><a style=\"color: #03a9f4;\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2024\/08\/best-places-to-go-in-barbados-for-couples\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">best places for couples<\/a><\/span> to head for feel-good vibes of an evening was<span style=\"color: #03a9f4;\"> <a style=\"color: #03a9f4;\" href=\"https:\/\/caribbeanwarehouse.co.uk\/blog\/2022\/08\/things-to-do-in-holetown\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Holetown<\/a><\/span>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>With a selection of chic bars and restaurants providing the party all year round, there&#8217;s never a dull evening. Check out special haunts like <strong>Duke\u2019s Night Lounge and&nbsp;the&nbsp;Red Door Lounge<\/strong> for your chance to mix it with the great and the good of the island.<\/p>\n<p>On the other hand, if you visit during February, you&#8217;ll be able to partake in the mother of all local shindigs, the<span style=\"color: #03a9f4;\"> <a style=\"color: #03a9f4;\" href=\"https:\/\/barbados.org\/holetown.htm#.Yxcd3XbMK70\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Holetown Festival<\/a><\/span>.&nbsp;<\/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\/C4ftPNyMsNk\/?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; 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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\/C4ftPNyMsNk\/?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 Susan Thom (@exploresomemore__)<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/blockquote><script async src=\"\/\/platform.instagram.com\/en_US\/embeds.js\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Oistins_Fish_Fry\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #740384;\">3. Oistins Fish Fry&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you&#8217;re an island veteran like Tom, you&#8217;ll know a<span style=\"color: #03a9f4;\"> <a style=\"color: #03a9f4;\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2024\/08\/facts-about-barbados\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">fact about Barbados<\/a><\/span> is that Friday nights in Oistins are pure party time and the legendary Oistins Fish Fry Fridays will need no introduction.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Ask anyone who&#8217;s been about the best things to do in Barbados and we&#8217;re sure they&#8217;ll tell you about this place.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Here every Friday night the people of<span style=\"color: #03a9f4;\"> <a style=\"color: #03a9f4;\" href=\"https:\/\/caribbeanwarehouse.co.uk\/blog\/2021\/06\/things-to-do-in-oistins\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Oistins<\/a> <\/span>come together to <strong>dance, chat, eat and drink<\/strong>. What better way to say goodbye to the working week than a boogie to some blaring tunes? Watch the place light up if a Rihanna track comes on.&nbsp;<\/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\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Catamaran_Cruise\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #740384;\">4. Catamaran Cruise<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you were looking for an elevated experience on your island escape, then we can&#8217;t recommend this tour enough.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>On an awesome Barbados catamaran cruise, you&#8217;ll have the chance to become more acquainted with the wonders of the Caribbean Sea. Getting the chance to <strong>swim with green sea turtles<\/strong> and over the top of eerie shipwrecks is completely unforgettable.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Plus, on this<span style=\"color: #03a9f4;\"> <a style=\"color: #03a9f4;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.islandroutes.com\/caribbean-tours\/barbados\/292\/catamaran-and-snorkeling-cruise-at-carlisle-bay\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Carlisle Bay catamaran tour<\/a><\/span>, you&#8217;ll have the added bonuses of enjoying an island-inspired buffet lunch, a complimentary bar with signature rum punch, and a stunning sojourn along the island&#8217;s shimmering west coast. There are also stop-offs that allow you the chance to dive in and enjoy a relaxing swim in the calm, warm waters.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/barbados-catamarans.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/barbados-catamarans.jpg\" alt=\"Two catamarans anchored just offshore in Barbados\" class=\"wp-image-33176\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/barbados-catamarans.jpg 800w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/barbados-catamarans-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/barbados-catamarans-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Discover a new side to the island with an unforgettable catamaran ride. Photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@patrick_lalonde?utm_content=creditCopyText&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=unsplash\">Patrick Lalonde<\/a> on <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/white-sail-boat-on-sea-during-daytime-EnFbpYeGIp0?utm_content=creditCopyText&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=unsplash\">Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Eating_Out\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #740384;\">5. Eating Out<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: inherit;\">Barbados may be a small island but it&#8217;s teeming with incredible places to eat. From sumptuous <\/span><span style=\"color: #03a9f4;\"><a style=\"font-size: inherit; color: #03a9f4;\" href=\"https:\/\/caribbeanwarehouse.co.uk\/blog\/2021\/07\/street-food-in-barbados\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">street food<\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-size: inherit;\"> that envelopes your senses in Bridgetown to elevated meals at top-reviewed venues like <\/span><span style=\"color: #03a9f4;\"><a style=\"font-size: inherit; color: #03a9f4;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.insandoutsbarbados.com\/restaurants\/the-cliff\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Cliff<\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-size: inherit;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>You may think that Bajans take a quintessentially laid-back &#8220;island&#8221; view toward food. However, that couldn&#8217;t be further from the truth. Locals are proud of the island&#8217;s rich gastronomic heritage.<\/p>\n<p>Plus, venues like <strong>The Mews or The Cliff<\/strong>, which has a Michelin star-winning chef at the helm, look set to propel Barbados&#8217;s culinary reputation into the stratosphere.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>So, there&#8217;s never been a better time to visit and taste it for yourself.&nbsp;<\/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\/Ch9n2nDAUIK\/?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; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);\"><div style=\"padding:16px;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/Ch9n2nDAUIK\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" background:#FFFFFF; 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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\/Ch9n2nDAUIK\/?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 The Mews Barbados (@themewsbarbados)<\/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<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_Stay_in_Barbados\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #fd6b2b;\">Where to Stay in Barbados?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Now you know all about what you definitely should be doing during your time on the island, we should probably offer some stopover options.<\/p>\n<p>Here are four top choices to match your trip&#8217;s vibe:&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul class=\"block-editor-rich-text__editable editor-rich-text__editable\" role=\"textbox\" contenteditable=\"true\" aria-multiline=\"true\" data-is-placeholder-visible=\"false\" aria-label=\"Write list\u2026\" aria-autocomplete=\"list\">\n<li><strong data-rich-text-format-boundary=\"true\">O2 Beach Club &amp; Spa <\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Sandals Barbados <\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Cruise from Barbados Beach Club<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Radisson Aquatica Resort Barbados<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\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\/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\/2024\/05\/874x160_SUBX-2024_3.png\" alt=\"Click here to sign up for our Subscriber Exclusives for free\" class=\"wp-image-32632\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/874x160_SUBX-2024_3.png 874w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/874x160_SUBX-2024_3-300x55.png 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/874x160_SUBX-2024_3-768x141.png 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=\"The_One_Near_Attractions_O2_Beach_Club_Spa\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #2ba39a;\"><span style=\"color: #bf1f93;\">The One Near Attractions:<\/span> O2 Beach Club &amp; Spa<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Follow in our CEO&#8217;s flip-flops with a stay at<span style=\"color: #03a9f4;\"> <a style=\"color: #03a9f4;\" href=\"https:\/\/caribbeanwarehouse.co.uk\/holidays\/barbados\/saint-lawrence-gap\/o2-beach-club-spa?blg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">O2 Beach Club<\/a><\/span>. This awesome resort has seen recent renovation work to modernise one of its buildings. This means there&#8217;s a wealth of contemporary rooms and amenities waiting to be discovered.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Located in the heart of St Lawrence Gap, you should also have no trouble discovering some of that iconic nightlife we were referring to earlier. Additionally, you&#8217;ll have some of the <strong>best restaurants in Barbados right on your doorstep<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/800x400_O2-Beach-Club.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/800x400_O2-Beach-Club.jpg\" alt=\"O2 Beach Club in Barbados\" class=\"wp-image-33177\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/800x400_O2-Beach-Club.jpg 800w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/800x400_O2-Beach-Club-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/800x400_O2-Beach-Club-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Jump into the beautiful, beachfront setting of O2 Beach Club in Barbados<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Luxurious_Adults-Only_One_Sandals_Barbados\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #2ba39a;\"><span style=\"color: #bf1f93;\">The Luxurious Adults-Only One:<\/span> Sandals Barbados<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"color: #03a9f4;\"><a style=\"color: #03a9f4;\" href=\"https:\/\/caribbeanwarehouse.co.uk\/holidays\/barbados\/saint-lawrence-gap\/sandals-barbados?blg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Sandals Barbados<\/a> <\/span>offers even more five-star bang for your Bajan break buck. Also based in St Lawrence Gap, this incredible destination is perfect for those who love to chillax to the max.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Overlooking stunning Dover Beach, you have the choice of up to <strong>11 restaurants, 7 bars, 3 pools<\/strong>, a spa, a fitness centre, and a selection of water sports. What more could you want?&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Although, with all those amazing amenities, you may not even get around to exploring the top things to do in Barbados.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/sandals-barbados1.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/sandals-barbados1.jpg\" alt=\"Main pool area overlooking Dover Beach at Sandals Barbados\" class=\"wp-image-33178\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/sandals-barbados1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/sandals-barbados1-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/sandals-barbados1-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Go for a luxurious couples only Barbados holiday at Sandals Barbados<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_One_For_Families_Radisson_Aquatica_Resort_Barbados\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #2ba39a;\"><span style=\"color: #cd11a6;\">The One For Families:<\/span> <span class=\"AB-headline-control\">Radisson Aquatica Resort Barbados<\/span><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you love nothing more than exploring a destination when you escape with the family, then <span style=\"color: #03a9f4;\"><a style=\"color: #03a9f4;\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/holidays\/barbados\/saint-michael\/radisson-aquatica-resort-barbados?blg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Radisson Aquatica Resort Barbados<\/a><\/span> is the best choice for you. Families have the choice of <strong>kicking back on the soft white sand of Carlisle Beach<\/strong> &#8211; one of the best beaches in Barbados or simply relaxing around the pool.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>But, if you prefer getting out there, you&#8217;ll love that this resort enjoys perfect positioning just outside Bridgetown and within striking distance of a selection of some of the activities we mentioned above.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/radisson-aquatica-resort-barbados.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/radisson-aquatica-resort-barbados.jpg\" alt=\"Aerial exterior shot of Radisson Aquatica Resort Barbados\" class=\"wp-image-33179\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/radisson-aquatica-resort-barbados.jpg 800w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/radisson-aquatica-resort-barbados-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/radisson-aquatica-resort-barbados-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Check-in at Radisson Aquatica Resort Barbados for a beachfront family escape like no other<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_One_Thats_Not_a_Hotel_Cruise_to_Barbados_Instead\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #2ba39a;\"><span style=\"color: #bf1f93;\">The One That&#8217;s Not a Hotel:<\/span> Cruise to Barbados Instead<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Have you considered that your Barbados adventure could turn into a full-on Caribbean odyssey? With our range of<span style=\"color: #03a9f4;\"> <a style=\"color: #03a9f4;\" href=\"https:\/\/cruise.bluebaytravel.co.uk\/cruise-destinations\/caribbean-cruises\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Caribbean cruises<\/a><\/span>, you can sail to the island for a full-on exploratory mission.<\/p>\n<p>Or, why not choose a Caribbean cruise that takes in many incredible islands including St Lucia, <strong>Trinidad &amp; Tobago, Martinique, and Dominica, among others<\/strong>. This way you&#8217;ll have the chance to<span style=\"color: #03a9f4;\"> <a style=\"color: #03a9f4;\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/06\/barbados-cruise-day\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">spend a day in Barbados<\/a><\/span>. It&#8217;s the perfect way to dip your toes in the water (as it were).&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/cruise-docked.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/cruise-docked.jpg\" alt=\"A cruise ship docked at a port in the Caribbean\" class=\"wp-image-29930\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" 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\">A Caribbean cruise is a great way to experience Barbados on a day out. Photo by&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@adamgonzales?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\">Adam Gonzales<\/a>&nbsp;on&nbsp;<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<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_should_you_go\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #fd6b2b;\">When should you go?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>So, now you know where to go and what to do, why don&#8217;t we tell you when to go to guarantee the best time ever?!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Click the button below<\/strong> to learn even more about this dazzling destination and, crucially, when&#8217;s the best time to touch down!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2024\/08\/best-time-to-visit-barbados\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"108\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Whens-The-Best-Time-To-Visit-Barbados-Button-1024x108-1.png\" alt=\"Click here to find out when's the best time to visit Barbados\" class=\"wp-image-33247\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Whens-The-Best-Time-To-Visit-Barbados-Button-1024x108-1.png 1024w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Whens-The-Best-Time-To-Visit-Barbados-Button-1024x108-1-300x32.png 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Whens-The-Best-Time-To-Visit-Barbados-Button-1024x108-1-768x81.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There are a million-and-one things to do in Barbados that will keep you entertained for days. But we asked a seasoned island visitor which activities they&#8217;d always recommend.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":101,"featured_media":33173,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[1844],"tags":[16,1075,927,1230,2143,2145,2144,696,1076,2142,826,844,1153],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v20.3 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Expert&#039;s Guide: 5 Best Things to Do in Barbados<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"We&#039;ve enlisted the help of an island escape expert to judge the top 5 things to do in Barbados. 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