where to stay in Barbados
Apr 4th, 2004 | 12:50 PM
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where to stay in Barbados
Hello,
My husband and I are thinking of going to Barbados, late April, early May, and have never been there before. We have no idea where to stay. We want to be right on the coast in a nice hotel or resort, with a good amount of activity around us, but not a real crowded area. It would be great to have restaurants there or within walking distance, especially for breakfast. Also, we like casual dining, and I heard that Barbados is a dressy king of place. Is that true?
My husband and I are thinking of going to Barbados, late April, early May, and have never been there before. We have no idea where to stay. We want to be right on the coast in a nice hotel or resort, with a good amount of activity around us, but not a real crowded area. It would be great to have restaurants there or within walking distance, especially for breakfast. Also, we like casual dining, and I heard that Barbados is a dressy king of place. Is that true?
Apr 5th, 2004 | 04:03 AM
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Good morning,
If you write me directly, I have prepared some Insider Tips on Barbados that many travelers find helpful.
Lois
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If you write me directly, I have prepared some Insider Tips on Barbados that many travelers find helpful.
Lois
[email protected]
Apr 5th, 2004 | 04:44 AM
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Recommend Coral Sands in Worthing . Very nice resort. Suites have two double beds and kitchen facilities. There is an on site restaurant and many in the area. St Lawrence Gap is about a 15 min walk. Web site is www.coralsandsresort.com. Last year the off season rate was $140/night. Best views from third and fourth floor. Lois has all sorts of good Barbados info
Apr 5th, 2004 | 01:47 PM
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There are two coasts in Barbados where most people stay: The West Coast where all the expensive hotels are and the South Coast where all the moderately priced hotels are.
We have stayed on the South Coast only. Once at Sandy Beach (which I heard now has gone way down hill) and once at the Southern Palms (highly recommend SP for great beach, clean and well run) =) The beaches on the south coast are a little wavier (we like that). The west coast is calmer with more reefs to snorkel.
I have to differ with Howard on the 15 min walk to the gap from the Coral Sands. It's more like 30 and there are no sidewalks on part of the way. Very hairy! Although CS is very close to a great grocery store (Big B).
As far as dressy. If you go to the St Lawrence Gap restaurants, not so dressy...shorts are ok. The West coast gets a bit more upscale. Might need long pants at most places.
But either way, you will enjoy Barbados. Rent a car and drive around. See the South, West, and East coast too! =) Enjoy. Greenie
We have stayed on the South Coast only. Once at Sandy Beach (which I heard now has gone way down hill) and once at the Southern Palms (highly recommend SP for great beach, clean and well run) =) The beaches on the south coast are a little wavier (we like that). The west coast is calmer with more reefs to snorkel.
I have to differ with Howard on the 15 min walk to the gap from the Coral Sands. It's more like 30 and there are no sidewalks on part of the way. Very hairy! Although CS is very close to a great grocery store (Big B).
As far as dressy. If you go to the St Lawrence Gap restaurants, not so dressy...shorts are ok. The West coast gets a bit more upscale. Might need long pants at most places.
But either way, you will enjoy Barbados. Rent a car and drive around. See the South, West, and East coast too! =) Enjoy. Greenie
