Bountiful Barbados

 

Are you looking for a swank all-inclusive in a Caribbean destination that still feels like the Caribbean? Barbados continues to increase their offerings of accommodations. The latest has several levels to suit your budget and your taste. If you're wanting to travel this autumn or winter (the resort opens in October) this may be just for you! Click HERE.

source: CaribJournal

Barbados Makes Work Easy!

Are you one of millions that are working remotely, whether due to the recent pandemic or not? Are you looking for a change of scenery? Why not consider the island nation of Barbados? They have a new type of Visa that will allow you to work in their country for up to one year. Imagine, all the comforts of a tropical vacation while you work from your island villa or condo!

CariFesta Coming to Barbados

The 13th edition of the Caribbean’s biggest arts festival, CARIFESTA, is coming to Barbados.

The island nation will host more than 3,000 artists and artisans for the Caribbean Festival of the Arts, a showcase for arts including dance, music, theater, fashion, food and film.

“CARIFESTA embodies the spirit and vibrancy of the Caribbean community, culture, and civilization, and this Caribbean flagship is very close to our hearts,” said CARICOM Secretary General Irwin LaRocque. “Since the staging of the first edition in Guyana in 1972, together, we have nurtured CARIFESTA over the last 45 years.”

LaRocque said the festival was particularly important following the passing of Nobel Laureate and St Lucia native Derek Walcott, a titan of Caribbean art.

“This regional launch comes at a time when the region mourns the loss of a distinguished son and a literary legend, Nobel Laureate Sir Derek Walcott,” he said. “To the Caribbean community, Walcott was a true cultural icon, a gift from Saint Lucia to the region and the world. He embraced the entire Caribbean as his own, his lyrical poetry and penetrative plays resounded with the spirit of the Caribbean civilization.”

The festival will run from Aug. 17-27.

After Maria

Caribbean News Now: The Caribbean islands of Antigua, Barbados, Saint Lucia and Palm Island in the Grenadines are open for business, and normal tourism activities have resumed. The airports that service these islands have returned to normal operations and are accepting flights from all gateways.
Antigua was largely unscathed by Hurricane Irma, and many other islands, like Saint Lucia, Barbados, and Palm Island in the Grenadines were not affected at all by the storm.
“Now is the perfect time to experience the authentic Caribbean on the charming islands of Antigua, Barbados, Saint Lucia and the Grenadines, with great offers and low airfares from many major US cities. Your support means the world to the wonderful people and businesses of these spectacular islands, and we hope to welcome you in the Caribbean soon,” said Steve Heydt, president of Elite Island Resorts.

Back To Barbados

Here is another special deal for Barbados. Would it be special to bump into these Hi5 guys while there?

For $369 per person, less than the normal price of airfare alone to the Caribbean, get 7 nights hotel in Barbados with roundtrip air. This is part of CheapCaribbean's Best of Barbados sale on over 20 hotels and includes extras such as breakfast and other island discounts.

Here are a few of the seven-night offers (prices are per person):
Allamanda Beach Hotel on Barbados's south coast ... $369
Amaryllis Beach Resort on 5.5 beachfront acres ... $489
Hilton Barbados, a 4-star beachfront resort ... $549
All-Inclusive resorts and shorter length of stay packages are available (for example, the all-inclusive Mango Bay is 5 nights at $599)

Departures from New York City are available September-December, with exact travel dates varying by package. Over 70 cities are on sale starting from just $20 more. See Web site below for details.

IMPORTANT: When booking online or by phone, be sure to use promo code stated on CheapCaribbean’s Web site (code varies by package). The pricing above already reflects this discount -- just enter the promo code at checkout.
Book by June 17: Click here for more information on the Best of Barbados sale and to book online through CheapCaribbean.com.

Barbados Is Back

CheapCaribbean's Best of Barbados sale is back!

Starting at $399 per person, these week-long Barbados specials include air and hotel plus extras like daily breakfast, island attraction and shopping discounts. Plus, a $100 debit card (per booking) is included, valid anywhere in Barbados.

Valid for travel in September; also travel May 1 - July 15 and Oct. 1 - Dec. 18 starting at $50 more.

Allamanda Beach Hotel, located on Barbados's south coast ... $399 per person

Additional resorts and length of stay packages are available (for example, the all-inclusive Mango Bay is available for 5 nights at $669)

Departures for the above deals are valid from Miami. However, over 70 cities are on sale starting from just $50 more. See Web site below for details.

IMPORTANT: When booking online or by phone, be sure to use promo code stated on CheapCaribbean’s Web site (code varies by package). The pricing above already reflects this discount (based on double occupancy), but prices as they appear on CheapCaribbean.com's page will not yet be discounted -- just enter the promo code at checkout.

Book by March 11: Click here for more information on the Best of Barbados sale and to book online through CheapCaribbean.com. Or call CheapCaribbean.com at 800-915-2322

BARBADOS

One site calls it a haven of warm, welcoming hospitality. A destination for true travelers. A little more remote. A little harder to get to, And a whole lot harder to leave.

Barbados is the eastern-most island in the caribbean. It is mostly a flat coral island with excellent beaches (many of them), but there are rolling hills and deep ridges. There are a vast array of caves and underground lakes, which provide a supply of drinking water that is amongst the purest in the world.

Barbados has lots of art, nightlife, music and history. There are many nightclubs, mainly located in St. Lawrence Gap. Check out barbados.org for much more information and a great photo
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I'm not sure about the nightlife, but there seems to be a definite gay presence. I came across Barry on Hi5. I thought the other two "friends" appeared to be suspiciously chummy in their photos.

BEST OF BARBADOS

This deal is truly the "Best of Barbados." Barbados packages are nearing an all-time low when it comes to pricing. For example, starting at just $355 per person, you can get roundtrip air on American Airlines and 7 nights at the beachfront Silver Sands Resort.
That's not all. You also get complimentary daily breakfast.

Here are some sample departure cities:
Philadelphia ... $355
New York City ... $375
Washington, D.C. ... $395
Orlando or Pittsburgh ... $424
Boston ... $455
Chicago or Denver ... $460
Detroit ... $475
Los Angeles ... $540
San Francisco ... $573
Dozens of other cities also available

(sampled from June 5-12) Other hotels are also discounted with this sale. See link for details. The best rates are midweek departures in early June.
For more information or to book this offer: Click here to go to Expedia.com. Note: Click "$465" next to the Silver Sands Resort under the Best of Barbados featured hotel. Then click "Check rates & availability" to continue booking. Prices above do not include $40-$95 in air taxes per person. Book by April 15.