Nestled along the pristine coastline of Barbados, The Sands Barbados stands as an epitome of luxury and tranquility.
- Return flights from the UK
- 7 Nights | All-Inclusive
Select any of our Barbados holidays and of our all inclusive package deals and you'll soon be jetting to where many have long been considered the ultimate paradise escape. This is where the smart set parties throughout the winter and returns in summer with the family to relax…the coral sands, swaying palms and tempting waters are only part of the appeal.
Like seafood? You’ll be king of the grill at Oisten’s Friday Fish Fry. Where an ocean’s worth of swordfish, lobster and tuna steak sizzle to the calypso beat. The legendary warmth of the islanders is infectious.
Colour-rich and calypso filled, the island provides visitors with an intoxicating taste of the West Indies. So what are you waiting for? Book your all inclusive holiday to Barbados.
Barbados is the easternmost Caribbean island and is surrounded by an ancient coral reef. Its exotic resorts and glorious beaches make it the perfect getaway, where visitors can look forward to year-round sunshine. Home to the popular cruise port of Bridgetown, the island has a breathtaking coastline and some of the world's finest diving, surfing and snorkelling conditions.
Often referred to as the Platinum Coast, the pear-shaped island's western half is dominated by deluxe beach resorts. The central highlands have some interesting cultural sites (including distilleries and plantations), picturesque villages and some amazing walking and hiking trails. The east gives way to the Atlantic Ocean and is commonly referred to as the 'Soup Bowl' because of its big waves. Surfers and backpackers tend to relish the region's assortment of lively beachside bars and low-cost accommodation.
The locals call themselves 'Bajans' and are of West Indian descent. English culture and customs have to a large extent shaped the island. These influences pervade much of Barbados but are most clear in the stone Anglican churches and in the many cricket games played on village greens. Barbados's strong ties with English culture have bequeathed it a genial atmosphere and good infrastructure. The sun shines year-round, and the famously friendly locals only enhance the island's glorious ambience. Barbados is rightly one of the most popular winter-sun vacation stops in the world.
Barbados has a lot to offer visitors regarding beach life and sightseeing. Resorts in St James and St Peter are dream settings from which to appreciate this tropical paradise. More specifically, guests will find luxury, relaxation and a touch of hedonism on the island's renowned west coast.
On the sightseeing front, Harrison's Cave and the Jacobean Mansions are certainly worth visiting. So too is the little fishing village of Bathsheba, which is favoured by surfers and photographers. Graeme Hall Swamp has even more in the way of unusual sights.
All in all, the island is an irresistible option for that perfect, sunny, coastal vacation.
The weather is mostly fair and sunny in tropical Barbados, with daytime highs averaging between 75°F and 85°F (24°C and 29°C). These hot conditions are tempered by cool, northeast trade winds.
The dry season occurs from January to June and the hurricane season extends from June to October. Hurricanes, however, usually miss Barbados. Instead, the island experiences some spectacular tropical rainstorms. These usually last for short, heavy spells that dry up quickly.