Luxury Barbados Holidays & Five-star hotels

The island that exceeds its glamorous reputation

Famed for its sandy pearlescent beaches, there is much more to this stomping ground of millionaires and movie stars than meets the eye.

From the serene west coast to the lively surf of the east coast, Barbados is not only a beach paradise; it is steeped in history. With English being the official language, the island boasts a delicious blend of West African and British influences that are evident via its interesting array of colonial plantation houses, its love of cricket, and its centuries-old architecture in the UNESCO-listed historic capital that some would say is reminiscent of London.

Amid the tropical scenery, the endless choice of extravagant five-star resorts and the sublime dining (it’s the Culinary Capital of the Caribbean), excitement pulses through the island – and that’s not just because Barbados is the world’s oldest commercial rum distiller.

Timeless luxury combined with historical elegance and stunning natural wonders makes a holiday on this island unique. Try out surfing, go diving and discover rare turtles, seahorses, barracudas and sting rays, or simply relax and take a break on the white beaches with a Dark and Stormy, listening to the gentle waves lapping the shore.

Not to be missed: the natural wonder Harrison’s Cave, with deep pools of crystal-clear water and towering columns.