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Barbados is only 34 km in length and at most 23km wide, proving that good things really do come in small packages. Bearing the affectionate nickname “little England” this is a home away from home for English holiday makers. Boasting sixty beaches and a tropical climate it houses just under 300,000 people, with almost a third of its population in its dynamic capital, Bridgetown

 

The West Coast is a haven for luxury, with more yachts than you can shake a stick at bobbing aimlessly at the harbour. Conversely the East is less developed and proves ideal for those looking to catch some good waves. Whatever your budget; this sunny pocket of paradise caters for all price ranges. While Bridgetown is the place to go for a night out, for some peace and quiet the other side of the island, more specifically, the Soup Bowl, is the place for surfing here as well as nearby sn

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