Barbados Photo Tour

Walk Hand in Hand Along Gorgeous Sandy Beaches

As an island of song, and dancing to the rhythms of the Caribbean surrounded by natural beauty and the tranquil sound of wind and waves, Barbados offers the perfect romantic escape for couples. 

If you plan to marry, or the spirit of the island moves you to, Barbados can offer an idyllic setting - whether on a boat, in a church, by sea cliffs, or under the cool shade of palm trees on soft, sandy beaches. Expert professional services are on hand on the island to ensure your special day is a memorable one and there is no waiting period or minimum length of stay required for your Barbados yacht charter vacation. 

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Enjoy the Beauty of the Heavenly Bottom Bay

Bottom Bay offers the type of scenery to grace Barbados postcards. Powdery sands, swaying palms and crashing waves as the seabed falls away close to the shore. Relax on the beach, sit beneath the swaying palm trees and sample a fresh coconut and enjoy the unbelievable beauty of your surroundings.

The small beach here is as pristine as a private beach, with unspoilt sands that are often unoccupied; Bottom Bay offers privacy in paradise on your Barbados yacht charter vacation.

 

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Enjoy the Polo in Barbados

Barbados's polo club has a history dating back as far as 1884, and still enjoys an active polo season from January until May today. Partaking in both local and overseas tournaments played both here in Barbados and away, the Caribbean island boasts some of the finest, best kept fields in the West Indies. Catch a Sunday afternoon match and enjoy the casual, fun atmosphere surrounding the grounds at Holders Hill and the delightful Bajan cuisine on offer. 

Lately Barbados has seen a rise in popularity for the innovative and fresh take on the sport of polo, with Segway Polo matches taking place at Barbados Segway Polo Club. Players enjoy more control over their direction chasing the ball on a Segway rather than horse! A thrilling Segway Polo match is just one of the unique sights you may come across on your Barbados yacht charter vacation. 

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Located on the Caribbean Island of Barbados

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Find Paradise at Crane Beach

Once you gaze out over the sparkling waters of Crane Beach, a never-ending vista of blues, you'll soon see why the Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous announced it as "One of the 10 Best Beaches in the World." The beach has gone on to be featured on countless 'best of' and 'top beaches in the world' lists around the globe due its breathtaking natural beauty and serenity. 

Picture pink, powder soft sand beneath your feet as a lush coconut grove sways in the tropical breeze in the warmth of the golden Caribbean sunshine. This idyllic paradise is a reality at Crane beach. The beach is one of the best places to swim in Barbados, boasting a glass-front beach elevator for easy access to pristine sands and shallow waters, home to a protected coral reef. 

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Barbados Beaches Offer Unrivalled Landscapes

Barbados is only 21 miles long by 14 miles wide yet incredibly boasts 70 miles of white or golden sandy beaches. Famously soft to the touch, beaches such of this one are often rustic, surrounded by a rocky coastline and thriving greenery. As a coral island, Barbados is relatively flat compared to its windward island neighbours, which are volcanic.

You can enjoy a warm tropical climate during its most popular months, from December to May, with temperatures reaching around 28° with winters that are cooler and dryer. With delightful weather to enjoy across the island's many beaches, there is no time like the present to book a Barbados luxury yacht charter vacation. 

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Travel West for Picture-Perfect Beaches

Visit the west coast of the Barbados, of the "Platinum Coast," for famously transparent and warm ocean waters that lap gently onto the sands of golden beaches. 

Cruising along the west coast on your Barbados yacht charter holiday you have numerous options for beaches of incredible natural beauty and marine life to visits. You have the beaches of Brandons, Batts Rock, Fitts Village, Paynes Bay and Sandy Lane to choose from. Each one offers tranquil azure waters of the Caribbean Sea that make the perfect swimming and sunbathing location.

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Head to North Point in Barbados

Guideposts at North Point in Barbados may point to other holiday destinations, but North Point itself other spectacular natural landmarks to see. Its enchanting Animal Flower Cave is particularly memorable to visit. The series of sea-level caves have been eroded over time by the sea and now are home to wonderful sea anemones and flower-shaped animals.

Often undisturbed, you can enjoy swimming in the cave enjoying views looking outside at the water crashing against the rocky cliffs. The most northern part of the island is perhaps the most scenic area and a must for any Barbados charter itinerary. 

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Bathe in Bathsheba

Legend has it that Bathsheba, wife of King David, bathed in milk to keep her skin beautiful and soft. Now the story says that the surf covered white waters of Bathsheba are rich in minerals and life for all that visit the rugged east coast of the Barbados. 

Breathe in the air and take a dip in the invigorating Bathsheba pools, surrounded by the unrivalled scenery of long, white beaches and foamy waves which meet unique rock formations along the shore. The huge rock formations you'll see here on the beach are the remains of an ancient coral reef that once inhabited the depths of the ocean. 

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Be Amazed at Harison's Cave

Be sure to explore one of Barbados's greatest wonders, the world renowned Harison's Cave in the on your Barbados yacht charter vacation. Found in the central uplands, the huge, extraordinary underground cave stream system, Harison's caves offers huge caverns and breathtaking rock formations to behold.

Enjoy an unmatched experience of life underground, through clear streams and cascading waterfalls by tram or foot on a tour led by knowledgeable guides. Younger members of your party can enjoy a thrilling eco-adventure through the vast tropical flora, catching a glimpse of native birds and if they are extremely lucky, the elusive green monkey that live here!

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Enjoy the Softest, White Sands on Enterprise (Miami) Beach

Enterprise (Miami) Beach is a real highlight of the south coast of Barbados, offering two beaches in one, you can choose between big waves of one side or tranquillity of the other. One of the islands bests locations for easy swimming and a family-friendly atmosphere and convenient local facilities.

Palm trees provide the perfect shade for lunch with several nearby eateries, the crystal-clear Caribbean waters of sea beyond white sands are shallow and perfect for all ages. As one the least crowded beaches on the island, Miami Beach is an excellent choice for a relaxing beach day on your Barbados yacht charter vacation. 

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Typical fabrics on East coast of Barbados

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Enjoy the Luxury Lifestyle of Port St. Charles

Port St. Charles, on the North West coast of the island, is the gateway to the Barbados Riviera. Impressive superyachts take anchor here before or after a picturesque voyage exploring the vast aquamarine of the Caribbean Sea.  

Stunning villas and apartments line the harbour, available to rent or own if you fall under the spell of the beauty of the island. Port St. Charles strives to offer a luxury lifestyle for those who visit, and boasts a world-class Yacht Club with headquarters opposite the pearly white sands of the island's unforgettable West Coast beaches. 

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Beautiful seascape

As a tropical island Barbados is home to many beautiful beaches. Barbados beaches are as diverse as the island and everyone has their favourite.

On the calmer west coast, palms sway on white sandy shores while the azure waters lap gently at the shore. Relax onshore soaking up the rays or take a dip in the clear waters. Jetskiing, kayaking, catamaran cruises, swimming and snorkeling all await you.

Heading south you'll continue to find flawless sandy Barbados beaches protected by coral reefs. The more lively surf in the south and south-east are ideal for a host of watersports such as windsurfing, kitesurfing and boogie boarding. If you've never tried these before Barbados is the perfect place to start, hey you're on vacation after all!

Along the east coast the beaches are wide and wind-blown. Here the shore is pounded by the Atlantic making it a delight for the surfers who come from all over the world.

In the north, coral and sandstone cliffs rise straight out of the sea reaching up to a hundred feet in height. But even here, you'll find the occasional sheltered cove.

All along the Barbados shores large and small beaches are dotted with coral formations, the soft coral rocks weathered by the ocean surf, forming abstract sculptures pleasing to an artist's eye.

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Visit the Island's Great Historical Landmark

Barbados is home to many beautiful windmills steeped in history, and is second only to Holland for landmarks per square mile. Dotted around the stunning countryside, some have been converted into homes, some stand alone and some are part of large estates.

Each windmill stands proudly as a symbol of the island's rich history, when sugar was in high demand around the globe. Particularly worth a visit on your Barbados charter vacation in the last remaining working sugar mill on the island, the Morgan Lewis Windmill - considered one of the seven wonders of Barbados. The windmill is just one of two restored and intact sugar mills in the Caribbean and from December to April demonstrated the how sugar is made at its National Trust exhibit. 

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Colourful fishing boats with their owners

Fishing boats on Six Men's Bay

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Your Barbados Adventure Begins in Bridgetown

With over a million annual visitors, Barbados is the most popular destination in the Caribbean - half of these people arrive at Bridgetown harbour to begin their vacation. The island's historic capital is named after its famous '"Indian Bridge" which is now the Careenage. The city and its Garrison boast UNESCO World Heritage Site status due to their importance in the area. 

The main port of Barbados one was a bustling hub for inter-island trading vessels and today is used by fishing boats, catamarans and motor yachts. An exotic adventure in Barbados starts in Bridgetown and carries one wherever you desire.

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