Destinations

Worthing Beach has something for everyone, and the secret to getting the most out of this pristine paradise is knowing east from west.

Any holidaymaker in Barbados who's up for a bit of nightlife owes it to themselves to take a trip to St Lawrence Gap, or just “The Gap”. The Gap is a 1.6 km strip between Bridgetown and Oistins with nothing but restaurants, hotels, pubs, and shopping, located in Christ Church not far from the airport.

The Gap's Nightlife

Speightstown is one of the oldest ports and largest towns on the island of Barbados. Located along the Caribbean Sea on the island's northwest coast, Speightstown was settled in 1630, and was only later named for local landowner William Speight. Today, Speightstown is a busy, thriving town filled with activity and plenty of holidaymakers.

A Brief History of Speightstown

Holetown, Barbados, formerly known as Jamestown or St. James Town, is a smallish town on Barbados’s western coast. With gentle, aquamarine waters and plenty of sandy beaches to go around, Holetown is a popular Caribbean holiday destination.

A Brief History of Holetown

The west coast of Barbados, in the parish of St James, once known as the 'Gold Coast' thanks to its lovely tranquil beaches, is now jokingly referred to as the 'Platinum Coast' due to the abundance of upmarket resorts. For hundreds of years the west coast has been a holiday destination for the rich and famous; it was as popular among the wealthy British during colonial times as it is now, as can be witnessed by the old villas that dot the coast amongst the resorts and the rich and famous who come to holiday here.

The south coast of Barbados is the centre of the country's tourism industry, with several beautiful white sand beaches and a more diverse range of accommodation, with budget and mid range choices alongside the more exclusive developments.

As Barbados' only city and the capital of the island, Bridgetown can be a fascinating place to explore, with a rich past thanks to its huge natural harbour making it a hub of trade and the main point of contact with the wider world. Full of sights to see and old colonial buildings, it is a great place to soak up the history of the island, and as a well developed city it is also a great place to shop, eat and drink.

The East Coast of Barbados faces out into the Atlantic Ocean, where huge waves roll onto the beach having travelled miles across the water. As such this part of the coast doesn't make for ideal swimming conditions - unless you are particularly strong or know the area well - but is a favourite for surfers, particularly around Bathsheba where the 'Soup Bowl' is the site of many local and international championships.