A lush, tropical paradise wrapped in a ribbon of flawless white sand, Barbados offers everything you could ever desire: the hypnotic cadence of a unwavering surf, the seductive caress of gentle tropical winds, the alluring scent of exotic flowers, delectable food and salt-kissed air, the desirable comforts of a luxurious hideaway – all enhanced by a soundtrack of rousing Caribbean rhythms and the endearing charm of the Bajan people themselves. As the culinary capital of the Caribbean, Barbados is a foodies’ paradise that offers an abundance of culinary delights including more fine dining restaurants per square mile than any other island in the region. Plus it’s the only Caribbean island with its own Zagat® guide.
BARBADOS FAST FACTS
As a way to get you better aquainted with Barbados, we have provided a quick and handy list of facts below about life on the island:
As a way to get you better aquainted with Barbados, we have provided a quick and handy list of facts below about life on the island:
Size & Location
Barbados is 166 suare miles, dividied into 11 parishes.
Barbados is 166 suare miles, dividied into 11 parishes.
Climate
With over 3,000 hours of sunshine yearly, the weather is almost always sunny and warm, cooled by the constant northeast trade winds. The average daytime temperature ranges between 84-88 degress Farhenheit, 29-31 degrees Celsius. Summer temperatures rarely exceed 90 degrees Farhenheit (32 degrees Celsius).
With over 3,000 hours of sunshine yearly, the weather is almost always sunny and warm, cooled by the constant northeast trade winds. The average daytime temperature ranges between 84-88 degress Farhenheit, 29-31 degrees Celsius. Summer temperatures rarely exceed 90 degrees Farhenheit (32 degrees Celsius).
Language
English, although the Bajan dialect can be heard all around the island.
English, although the Bajan dialect can be heard all around the island.
Time Difference
4 hours behind GMT in the winter and 5 hours in the summer. 1 hour ahead of US Eastern Standard Time (EST) in the winter and the same during US Dalight Saving time.
4 hours behind GMT in the winter and 5 hours in the summer. 1 hour ahead of US Eastern Standard Time (EST) in the winter and the same during US Dalight Saving time.
