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Barbados holidays are pure relaxation. Featuring the finest hotels in the Caribbean, stay in unique properties such as a plantation, watch sunsets from the beach, unwind in a spa or cruise the waves on a restored clipper.

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• While on your Barbados holiday, visit the capital at Bridgetown, featuring colonial architecture, historical sights, museums and duty-free shops

• The climate, spectacular scenery and astounding courses make Barbados a golfers' paradise.

• Visit former plantations, romantically ruined or skilfully reused, such as the Flower Forest at Richmond Plantation.

History	16th century Barbados is discovered by Portuguese explorer Pedro a Campos in 1536. He names it ‘los Barbudos’ (“the bearded ones”) after the island’s hoary-looking banyan trees, whose hanging roots resemble beards. But Portugal is not particularly interested in Barbados and establishes no permanent outposts there. 17th–18th centuries An English vessel sails by and claims Barbados for Great Britain in 1625. Englishmen from the ship ‘William and John’ found Barbados’ ﬁrst settlement, Jamestown (later renamed Holetown), in 1627. Large tobacco, cotton and sugar cane plantations are set up. Thousands of slaves are introduced to work the ﬁelds. 19th century Both black and white Barbadians enter the new century with optimism as Great Britain ends the slave trade in 1806 and abolishes slavery completely in 1833. But the island passes through hard times, periodic massive destruction from hurricanes and a decline in the value of sugar, the principal cash crop, whose price plummets more than 50% in 50 years. 20th century–present Great Britain takes steps to improve the economies of its West Indian dependencies, inaugurating an agricultural revolution on Barbados that brings new prosperity. The island begins to diversify its economy, adding sectors such as light industry and tourism. Barbados achieves full independence within the British Commonwealth and joins the United Nations in 1966. Copyright ©2009 JPM Publications SA

History

16th century

Barbados is discovered by Portuguese explorer Pedro a Campos in 1536. He names it ‘los Barbudos’ (“the bearded ones”) after the island’s hoary-looking banyan trees, whose hanging roots resemble beards. But Portugal is not particularly interested in Barbados and establishes no permanent outposts there.

17th–18th centuries

An English vessel sails by and claims Barbados for Great Britain in 1625. Englishmen from the ship ‘William and John’ found Barbados’ ﬁrst settlement, Jamestown (later renamed Holetown), in 1627. Large tobacco, cotton and sugar cane plantations are set up. Thousands of slaves are introduced to work the ﬁelds.

19th century

Both black and white Barbadians enter the new century with optimism as Great Britain ends the slave trade in 1806 and abolishes slavery completely in 1833. But the island passes through hard times, periodic massive destruction from hurricanes and a decline in the value of sugar, the principal cash crop, whose price plummets more than 50% in 50 years.

20th century–present

Great Britain takes steps to improve the economies of its West Indian dependencies, inaugurating an agricultural revolution on Barbados that brings new prosperity. The island begins to diversify its economy, adding sectors such as light industry and tourism. Barbados achieves full independence within the British Commonwealth and joins the United Nations in 1966.

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Spirit Of The Islands - Almond Beach Club:

Express Facial (25mins): This ritual begins with a gentle cleansing and toning. A Soothing facial massage is followed by a mask specifically designed for your individual skin type, to complete this blissful journey. Aromatherapy Massage (50mins): Breathe in tranquility as your body relaxes and stress gently slips ...

Express Facial (25mins): This ritual begins with a gentle cleansing and toning. A Soothing facial massage is followed by a mask specifically designed for your individual skin type, to complete this blissful journey. Aromatherapy Massage (50mins): Breathe in tranquility as your body relaxes and stress gently slips away. Natural essential oils soothe your senses as they are warmly applied to stimulate your body’s ability to release stress. Your entire being is altered by this fragrant hypnotic experience and transported to a state of divine relaxation. Deluxe Manicure Luxurious Spa Pedicure

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From £ £129 per person.

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Vip Fastrack Barbados:

You will be met at the doors of the arrival hall just before Immigration by a government representative. The representative will stay with you through Immigration and show you the fastest way through, then straight to the luggage belt. After your luggage is collected you will be taken to meet a member of St James Trav...

You will be met at the doors of the arrival hall just before Immigration by a government representative. The representative will stay with you through Immigration and show you the fastest way through, then straight to the luggage belt. After your luggage is collected you will be taken to meet a member of St James Travel, our Kuoni ground agent in Barbados who will show you to your transfer. Payment for porterage is not included in the rate.

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From £ £16 per person

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Whim Gully Hiking:

The hike takes place in the Whim Gully area of Barbados with a guide named Victor Cooke. Highlights of the hike - village life, architectural highlights, geological interpretations, gully adventure (optional), flora/fauna. This is a moderate trail. Starting in Speightstown, north west of the island, meeting at the Arl...

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Duration:	Approx 3 hours.
Health and Fitness	The Whim Adventure (the optional section) is rocky; with some climbing & scrambling. This section is a gully (ravine); that moderately fit; explorer types will enjoy.
Clothing/Equipment:	Hikers must bring their own drinking water and snacks also high factor suncream! Don’t forget your camera! Trainers can be worn but hiking books with ankle support are recommended for the gully adventure.
Remarks:	Minimum age for children is 7. Minimum night stay required 3 Available from which hotels All hotels

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