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A land of contrasts, part of Barbados' unique charm comes from the old world happily
coexisting with the new. Glass and marble offices stand next to brightly painted
rum shops, satellite dishes festoon traditional wooden chattel houses, high tech
SUVs drive alongside donkey carts. Bordered by the calm waters of the Caribbean
sea on the West, and by the tumultuous Atlantic Ocean on the East, just driving
from one coast to the other is an experience in breath-taking scenery.
Barbados is divided into 11 parishes, each with their own distinct character, interconnected
by a fairly decent road system of which the ABC highway is the main artery, running
through the centre of the island connecting the island from one end to the other.
Affectionately known as 'Little England', a certain British-ness pervades daily
life, from place names (Clapham, Dover, Hastings & Lancaster are a few) to driving
on the left, roundabouts and afternoon tea.
Barbados is one of the most sought after vacation spots in the Caribbean. According
to the World Travel Awards, Barbados was voted by travel agents worldwide to be
the Caribbean's leading destination for 2005.
Barbados successfully hosted the World Golf Championships (the Barbados Cup) in
December 2006 at the prestigious Sandy Lane Golf and Country Club. This was quickly
followed by the Cricket World Cup Super Eight matches and the Final in March and
April 2007. All eyes were on Barbados as international media, visitors and cricket
supporters from all over the world descended on the island for the greatest event
on the cricket and sporting calendar.
Apart from our sandy beaches, hotels, fine dining restaurants and exciting nightlife,
guests to Barbados will always experience the charm and friendliness of the people
as well as some major event on the island that appears to never sleep. This truly
portrays Barbados as being the place to live, work, and play!