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Evening Standard
Lifestyle
Vicky Jessop

Barbados travel guide: what to eat, drink and do on the Caribbean island

Tourists looking to soak up some winter sun can’t go far wrong with Barbados. The island is rightly famed for its spun-sugar beaches, gorgeous blue seas and laid-back way of life (as well as being the birthplace of singer Rihanna), but head a little off the beaten track and you’ll also discover a thriving surf community, a rugged coastline and some truly world-class food.

It’s also becoming rightly popular as a holiday destination for Brits. With the island coming fifth in British Airways’ most searched travel destinations for 2026, now is the perfect time to start planning your own visit.

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