The island measures 21 miles at its longest and 14 miles at the widest point. The capital of Barbados is Bridgetown, English is the local language and the currency is the Barbados Dollar. It is a great place to visit for its the magnificent views, beaches, fun and a very friendly people. The population is around 265,000. The tropical climate offers an average year round temperature about 85 degrees Fahrenheit.

The South and West coasts are bordered by the calm and warm Caribbean Sea. These coasts have white sandy beaches which lead to flats lands that grow to hills in the interior of the land. The East coast is washed by the Atlantic Ocean and tends to be a bit more rugged of a coast than the rest of Barbados.

You can enjoy the island with its cooling breezes by relaxing or taking advantage of the many sports activities to be found on the island. Such activities include diving, snorkeling, sailing, windsurfing, surfing, kite boarding, fishing, tennis, golf, as well as an array of other outdoor pursuits. Be sure to visit some of the delicious restaurants followed by an evening filled with fun. The nightlife includes several shows, nightclubs, and local watering holes with varied nightly entertainment. During the daylight hours tours our island and pay a visit to some of the different towns and sights that make up this incredible place. Holetown (where English sailors first landed), plantation homes, St. Nicholas Abbey, and Ragged Point lighthouse are just some of the points of interest and sights that you can take in on an organized tour or purchase a temporary license, rent a car, and tour paradise at your own pace.