Barbados

Where British flair and coral beaches form Caribbean paradises

A few kicks with your legs and you glide a little closer to the large, white sea anemone, whose tentacles sway gently in the current. Is that the orange face of a clownfish peeking out? Yes, there's the little guy, paddling cheerfully with his fins and seeming to eye you as curiously as you eye him. You are swimming just below the surface of the water, equipped with diving goggles and a snorkel. Sunbeams dance around you, a message from the world above the water, which is no less fantastic than this ocean paradise. You are in the eastern Caribbean, on the dream island of Barbados.

Recommended travel timeAll year round

Current temperature25.5°C on average

Current weatherclear skies

Sunrise and sunset6:22 a.m. and 6:02 p.m.

Local time08:31

Round trips in Barbados

Barbados belongs to the Commonwealth, and charming aspects of British culture can be seen here and there. Afternoon tea time is just as much a part of this as cricket, which seems to have spread everywhere the British once set foot. The capital, Bridgetown, is home to numerous pretty colonial buildings, with Harrison College and St. Michael's Cathedral in the nostalgic city center being particularly worth seeing. A shopping mall has been built right next to the sunny marina, so you can quickly pick up some champagne and delicious snacks to take on board before setting sail. In the Barbados Museum, a former military prison, you can learn exciting details about the island's indigenous people and the colonial era. Rum is now one of the island's most important export products; at the Mount Gay Visitor Center, you can sample a drop or two after taking a closer look at the distillery. Barbados and rum: on luxury trips to Barbados, these things go together like yogurt and fruit.

Caribbean dreams and cute turtles

Luxury hotels in Barbados

When the sun sinks below the horizon on Friday, the small fishing village of Oistins really comes to life. This is when the famous Friday Night Fish Fry begins, a fish market that is inextricably linked to a lively party. Lively music is paired with rhythmic dancing and often a good dose of alcohol. Delicious seafood straight from the grill ensures that even gourmets can enjoy some of this wonderful magic. The local Barjans are just as present as tourists from all over the world who have heard about this event. On other days of the week, Oistins is much quieter, with a cozy calm returning to the restaurants – and fish is always available to buy here anyway. Whether after an exciting party or a leisurely evening stroll, find peace and quiet in the most comfortable way possible in one of our upscale accommodations, which offer you the best platform to enjoy Barbados with all your senses. Direct beach access, wellness, and exclusive service elevate your stay to a level that meets the highest standards.