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BARBADOS
Barbados is a relatively flat eastern Caribbean island with highlands in the interior. The islands boasts natural assets such as its limestone caverns, coral reefs, beautiful beaches and warm climate along with trade winds.
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Barbados is one of the more prosperous Caribbean islands and its economic social and political stability have given it one of the highest standard of living in the developing world. The economy has however had its fair share of ups and downs over the years.
FACTS
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Capital: Bridgetown
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Population: 275,000
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Area: 430 sq km (166 sq miles)
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Major language: English (Bajan, an English-African dialect, is widely used)
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Major religion: Christianity
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Currency: Barbadian dollar
Caves/Water Attractions
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Harrison's Cave
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Animal Flower Cave & Restaurant
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Bathsheba beach
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Accra beach
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Brandons beach
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Silver Sands beach
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Atlantis Submarines
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Jolly Rogers Party Cruise
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Jammin Catamaran Cruise
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Cool Runnings Catamaran Cruise
Gardens/Parks
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Andromeda Botanical Garden
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Hunte's Gardens
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Orchid World & Tropical Flower Garden
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Flower Forest Gardens
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Lazaretto Gardens
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Farley Hill Park
Museums
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Folkstone Underwater Park & Marine Museum
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Barbados Museum & Historical Society
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Nidhe Israel Synagogue
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Barbados National Heroes Gallery & Museum
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Springvale Eco-Heritage Museum
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Arlington House Museum
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Concorde Experience
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St. Nicholos Abbey Museum
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Tyrol Cot Heritage Village
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Morgan Lewis Sugar Windmill
Nature/Wildlife
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Barbadoes Wildlife Reserve
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Welchman Hall Gully Tours
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Graeme Hall Santuary & Cafe
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Blackmans Gully & Bridge
Attractions (things to See and Do
This small Caribbean island is packed with island flavour and is worth your visit. Do check for more information here.
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Do greet formally with a handshake and a smile
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Do address people with their honorific title(Mr.Mrs.Miss) and their surname
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Do greet with appropriate salutation, good morning/afternoon/evening
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Do know that Bajans are known for their pleasant personality
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Do observe formal or informal table manners for the occaison
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Do drive on the left hand side of the road
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Do expect to spend much time discussing details before a contract is drawn up
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Do not begin eating at a dinner until the hosts invites you to
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Do not curse in public
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Do not light fire on the beach
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Do not walk the beach at night
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Do not go nude at the beach
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Do not wear camouflage clothing
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Do not touch the manchineel fruits or sit under the tree
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Do not litter the streets
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Do not carry a gun/pocket knife
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Do not give your best offer at business negotiations. It is a custom to bargain and negotiate
Dos and Don'ts (cultural tips)
Barbados beauty
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 Barbadoes Museum |  Animal Flower Cave_Barbados |
When planning to travel and visit other countries that you are not familiar with, it is good to learn a few things in addition to the attractions and activities that the country has to offer to make your visit just great. Why not learn a little of their culture and the Dos and Don'ts to help you understand whats acceptable and whats not to help you fit in the community.
Here is a small list below which should make interesting reading. Feast your eyes as well on the slide show gallery of photos depicting interesting places to look out for on your visit to Barbados. Enjoy!