Getting to Barbados by AirIt’s easy to hop on a flight in the UK and travel to Bridgetown in Barbados. You can even fly direct from London and Manchester, and with minimum one stop from Edinburgh. Some of the more common airlines that fly these routes are Aer Lingus, British Airways and Virgin Atlantic.
How long is the flight to Barbados?The flight time of a non-stop flight from London to Bridgetown, Barbados takes about 8h 35m, while a non-stop from Manchester takes just 10 minutes longer, 8h 45m. From Edinburgh, the flight time of a flight with one stop is minimum 11h 50m.
With over a hundred exquisite restaurants on island, it is no surprise that Barbados is regarded as the culinary capital of the Caribbean. Indulge in the seemingly endless menu of gastronomic experiences from romantic beachfront dining under a tapestry of stars, to the rustic charm of a fresh seafood.
Nothing goes better with a Bajan meal than a rum-infused drink. That’s because Barbados has been distilling quality rum for centuries and produces some of the best rum in the world. Enjoy the experience while it lasts – because as they say in Barbados: time flies when you’re having rum!
At the center of the island, this wonder of a water Cave is abound with the beauty of stalactites, stalagmites, small streams and waterways.
With the attrition of the coral limestone land called Barbados, which was pushed out of the ocean thousands of years ago, the beautiful white sandy beaches are created.
The historic international commerce, culture and built heritage which served its people and countries of the world, has accorded Barbados’ Bridgetown and its Garrison the designated inscription (UNESCO Heritage Site).
The sweetest summer festival for the traditional ending of the sugar cane harvest season.
A national sport which originated in Barbados around 1910, was first played on a court in the road. It is now played on courts marked in car parks or other paved surfaces.
Your Barbados experience is incomplete until you’ve sampled our oldest and greatest export, rum. Discover the story, the mysteries and the secrets behind our finest and most celebrated spirit.
Barbados is known for having a number of brownish-grey feisty monkies, originated from West Africa, about 350 years ago.
The renowned Kensington Oval (the cricket ‘mecca’ of the Caribbean) is one of the favourite grounds in the cricketing world. Barbados is home to many cricket legends of the world.
Oistins – the smallest town in Barbados, is located on the southernmost tip of the island. This little Barbados town is full of character and offers some of the best local food on the island.
The unrestrained surfs at Bathsheba are home to the famous Soup Bowl. Coconut trees line the bay that attracts many surfers as they ride the tumultuous waves fearlessly. If you are a great swimmer or surfer, you may want to check this beach out.
We’ve put extra health and safety measures in place so you can explore Barbados safely yet seamlessly. These measures, together with a very high local vaccination rate, will help keep COVID-19 at bay.