Anything you need to know about Barbados, I'm willing to help.
Apr 18th, 2003, 11:07 AM
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Anything you need to know about Barbados, I'm willing to help.
Hi Everyone,<BR>I know how difficult it could be sometimes getting information.<BR>I am a Barbadian, if anyone needs any questions answered, or have any queries about anything in relation to Barbados, i'd be glad to assist you.<BR><BR>If I don't have the answer at the time I will research it for you and return the solution to you.<BR><BR> Feel free to email me if you have any questions . Email:<BR>[email protected]<BR><BR>Kelvin/Clifton
Apr 29th, 2003, 05:22 AM
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Hi Kelvin, We loved staying on Worthing Beach when we were there for the very first time in late Feb and early March. I have a coworker who is looking for a place in Barbados that can handle three couples. (They travel with their grown children.) So they're interested in a condo or villa with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms that is on the water. If you know of any place, it would be a big help. Thank you!
Apr 29th, 2003, 11:16 AM
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Hi, just thought I'd answer from my perspective.
We're staying in a 3 bedroom villa this year - it's called Gibbs Lodge. It's on the West Coast. We found this through Island Hideaways - they can be found at:
www.islandhideaways.com
There are lots of 3 bedrooms available.
You might consider Eden-on-the-Sea or Firefly (same complex) - -really lovely.
Regards,
Lois
We're staying in a 3 bedroom villa this year - it's called Gibbs Lodge. It's on the West Coast. We found this through Island Hideaways - they can be found at:
www.islandhideaways.com
There are lots of 3 bedrooms available.
You might consider Eden-on-the-Sea or Firefly (same complex) - -really lovely.
Regards,
Lois
May 27th, 2003, 03:30 PM
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We are planning a trip to Barbados and are looking a place to stay with laid back elegance. We don't necssarily need ot be entertained. Mid-40's with the usual stress-filled jobs looking for stress relief in the sun....we are from Massachusetts where the temps only hit 50 today!!!! We like nice accomodations, good food and good wine, a nice beach in a peaceful, intimate setting...not asking for too much, are we???
May 28th, 2003, 06:36 AM
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Hi again,
Forgot to mention in my earlier e-mail -look at Coral Sands Beach Resort - south coast - wonderful beach. It's an all-suite resort. Their site is:
www.coralsandsresort.com
Lois
Forgot to mention in my earlier e-mail -look at Coral Sands Beach Resort - south coast - wonderful beach. It's an all-suite resort. Their site is:
www.coralsandsresort.com
Lois
May 28th, 2003, 09:31 AM
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When is the best time of year to head to Barbados for surfing? and how much is airfare from washington dc... i have done a search on orbitz, and it was around $450... is that about right? thanks for any advice Kelvin
May 29th, 2003, 04:13 AM
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In November the INDEPENDENCE PRO SURFING CHAMPIONSHIPS & BANKS PRO LONG BOARD CLASSIC ? held in the 'SOUP BOWL? in Bathsheeba. So that probably is the peak time, but you can surf from June through November with good winds.
Some interesting facts are that a spot named Soup Bowl is internationally recognized in the surfing world. Also you can do regular surfing and kitesurfing.
Lois
Some interesting facts are that a spot named Soup Bowl is internationally recognized in the surfing world. Also you can do regular surfing and kitesurfing.
Lois
May 29th, 2003, 02:15 PM
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I forgot to add this morning that the airfare you quoted from DC is excellent. Now that USAirways serves DC/Philly/Barbados it gives American some competition. Also check out BWIA which flys non-stop from Dulles Airport. In the past we've paid over $700 to get to Barbados; years ago it used to average about $460.
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We are planning a trip the first week in December- we've narrowed down to Barbados or St. John- we don't scuba, but like nice, safe places and want to relax on the beach. The concerns that I had from reading are that "shorts" aren't okay in public- this seems odd, but we don't want to go somewhere that we can't wear summer wear and must wear long pants - (just seems odd to us..) also, not into partying and wondering where a very nice place to stay would be- with a great beach area- also do they allow watercrafts such as jet skis, and somewhere that offers parasailing- any help would be great!
May 30th, 2003, 05:05 AM
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Shorts are fine in public. At some restaurants in the evening they do not want shorts, but everyone wears shorts for touring around, etc.
Barbados is a very safe island. We've traveled throughout its 166 sq. miles and have always felt safe.
A great beach we enjoy is Sandy Beach on the South Coast - you see all sorts of water sports here. I'll give you a link so you can view it. http://www.barbados.org/bcstlawbay.htm
On this beach a great resort is Coral Sands Beach Resort - you can see their website at: www.coralsandsresort.com
If you want West Coast, check out Sandy Lane, Coral Reef Club, Tamarind Cove or Treasure Beach. You can find most on the Tourism Board's website: www.barbados.org and look under hotels.
Sandy Lane has it's own site which is www.sandylane.com
There are many wonderful places to explore and some fabulous restaurants. If you are interested please write me directly at [email protected] and I'd be glad to reply.
Lois
Barbados is a very safe island. We've traveled throughout its 166 sq. miles and have always felt safe.
A great beach we enjoy is Sandy Beach on the South Coast - you see all sorts of water sports here. I'll give you a link so you can view it. http://www.barbados.org/bcstlawbay.htm
On this beach a great resort is Coral Sands Beach Resort - you can see their website at: www.coralsandsresort.com
If you want West Coast, check out Sandy Lane, Coral Reef Club, Tamarind Cove or Treasure Beach. You can find most on the Tourism Board's website: www.barbados.org and look under hotels.
Sandy Lane has it's own site which is www.sandylane.com
There are many wonderful places to explore and some fabulous restaurants. If you are interested please write me directly at [email protected] and I'd be glad to reply.
Lois
May 30th, 2003, 10:29 AM
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Message: Hi Everyone,
I have gotten lots of email from persons wanting things to do and places to go while on the island, so I Have compiled a short list for your benefit.
Party Spots...
The Boat Yard
The Ship Inn
After Dark
Reggae Lounge
Harbour Lights
Carlisle Bay
South Coast Beaches...
Browns Beach
Dover Beach
Rockley Beach
Worthing
West Coast Beaches...
Batts Rock
Mullins
Gibbs Beach
Folkstone marine reserve
Cultural Dinner Shows...
Harbour Lights Dinner Show (monday nights)
Plantations roots and rhythm (wednesdays and fridays) EXCELLENT
Snorkelling/Scuba..
Browns Beach (3 wrecks to see)
Folkstone marine reserve (very good)
Wind Surfing..
Silver Sands
Bathsheba
Jet Ski rides..
Browns Beach
Dover
Worthing beach
Mullins
Gibbs Beach
Restaurants..
The Cliff
Carambola
Daphne's
The Coach House
Pisces
Red Rooster
Waterfront Cafe
Brown Sugar
Places of interest..
Atlantis Submarine (see the colourful underwater of Barbados)
The Wildlife reserve (native animals like the green monkey etc.)
Grenade Hall Forest
The flower forest
Harrisons Cave (a Must see)
Barbados Museum
Orchid World
Sunbury Plantation House
Mount-Gay Distillery
Island Safari Tours (great island tour in 4X4)
Cruises..
Harbour Master
Jolly Roger
Car Rental Co.
Coconut Car Rentals
Taxi Service..
Nalita Taxi Service
Contact: Alvon Hunte
Tel: 231-5770
Taxi: Z-841
I hope I have helped you. If I have please let me know.
If you have any other questions, feel free to email me for any further information.
You can get lots more related information like this, by subscribing to my free newsletter, it gives great tips about the island and current and up to date information about hotels, restaurants, actual current weather, specials etc..so you can save time and money on your vacation. Go to http://www.bajanshowcase.com/newsletter.html
Kelvin/Clifton
I have gotten lots of email from persons wanting things to do and places to go while on the island, so I Have compiled a short list for your benefit.
Party Spots...
The Boat Yard
The Ship Inn
After Dark
Reggae Lounge
Harbour Lights
Carlisle Bay
South Coast Beaches...
Browns Beach
Dover Beach
Rockley Beach
Worthing
West Coast Beaches...
Batts Rock
Mullins
Gibbs Beach
Folkstone marine reserve
Cultural Dinner Shows...
Harbour Lights Dinner Show (monday nights)
Plantations roots and rhythm (wednesdays and fridays) EXCELLENT
Snorkelling/Scuba..
Browns Beach (3 wrecks to see)
Folkstone marine reserve (very good)
Wind Surfing..
Silver Sands
Bathsheba
Jet Ski rides..
Browns Beach
Dover
Worthing beach
Mullins
Gibbs Beach
Restaurants..
The Cliff
Carambola
Daphne's
The Coach House
Pisces
Red Rooster
Waterfront Cafe
Brown Sugar
Places of interest..
Atlantis Submarine (see the colourful underwater of Barbados)
The Wildlife reserve (native animals like the green monkey etc.)
Grenade Hall Forest
The flower forest
Harrisons Cave (a Must see)
Barbados Museum
Orchid World
Sunbury Plantation House
Mount-Gay Distillery
Island Safari Tours (great island tour in 4X4)
Cruises..
Harbour Master
Jolly Roger
Car Rental Co.
Coconut Car Rentals
Taxi Service..
Nalita Taxi Service
Contact: Alvon Hunte
Tel: 231-5770
Taxi: Z-841
I hope I have helped you. If I have please let me know.
If you have any other questions, feel free to email me for any further information.
You can get lots more related information like this, by subscribing to my free newsletter, it gives great tips about the island and current and up to date information about hotels, restaurants, actual current weather, specials etc..so you can save time and money on your vacation. Go to http://www.bajanshowcase.com/newsletter.html
Kelvin/Clifton
May 30th, 2003, 02:27 PM
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Hi Kelvin (and Lois too)
Thanks for that comprehensive list Kelvin - I'll print it out at some point to take with me!
I have one quick, very generalised question about weather. We are due to vacation for the first time in Barbados (at Turtle Beach Resort on the south coast) for 6 nights from August 25th, after spending 6 nights in Antigua. I know we are arriving during the rainy/hurricane season, but just wondering how much rain to expect and at what time of day. I know this is an impossible question so really, as a resident of the island, I'm looking for your general opinion of weather trends during late August. Thanks.
Thanks for that comprehensive list Kelvin - I'll print it out at some point to take with me!
I have one quick, very generalised question about weather. We are due to vacation for the first time in Barbados (at Turtle Beach Resort on the south coast) for 6 nights from August 25th, after spending 6 nights in Antigua. I know we are arriving during the rainy/hurricane season, but just wondering how much rain to expect and at what time of day. I know this is an impossible question so really, as a resident of the island, I'm looking for your general opinion of weather trends during late August. Thanks.
May 31st, 2003, 05:16 PM
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HI Hedghog,
The weather around the August period tend to be rather unpredictable but for what mostly happens, it rains for a day or two, then get 3-4 days of sunshine, then the rain comes again.
At that time it is approaching the heavier rainfall periods. That is about the best I can tell you through experience.
Kelvin/Clifton
The weather around the August period tend to be rather unpredictable but for what mostly happens, it rains for a day or two, then get 3-4 days of sunshine, then the rain comes again.
At that time it is approaching the heavier rainfall periods. That is about the best I can tell you through experience.
Kelvin/Clifton
Jun 3rd, 2003, 11:36 AM
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Hi -
I would agree with Clifton. We've been there mid August a couple of times and have encountered some showers. First time this occurred we had a mini-moke and it was not good with rain (we got wet). Now we always rent regular cars. Just be prepared and take a small umbrella along.
Lois
I would agree with Clifton. We've been there mid August a couple of times and have encountered some showers. First time this occurred we had a mini-moke and it was not good with rain (we got wet). Now we always rent regular cars. Just be prepared and take a small umbrella along.
Lois
