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Barbados holidays

Barbados from £867pp

A tropical paradise bursting with vibrant scenery, a joyful vibe and warm, friendly people, it's easy to see why visitors return to Barbados time and time again. Beaches for days. Smiles for miles. So kick off your shoes and let your hair down on this gem of an island. Barbados has it all. The only thing missing is you.

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We fly to Barbados daily

Fly to Grantley Adams International Airport in Barbados from London Heathrow and Manchester.

9 hour flight time.

Essential information for Barbados

  1. Time Zone

    UK - 5hrs

  2. Language

    English

  3. Currency

    Barbados Dollar BBD

  4. Flight information

    9hrs, direct flight

  1. Direct Debit

    Guarantee the hotel you want and get early access to a choice of Virgin Atlantic flights. You can also spread the cost of your holiday with Direct Debit payments.

  2. Do I need a visa?

    British passport holders don’t need a visa to visit Barbados.

  3. Good to know

    Barbados has a Tourism Fee on accommodation (typically 2.5% of the nightly rate) that hotels charge at check-out.

Be at one with Barbados

Barbados is famous for its stunning beaches, but there is so much more to this island. You can try your hand at kitesurfing or catamaran sailing, dance the night away in the annual Crop Over festival or even hike the sugar cane fields and tropical forests of the island's interior.

Be at one with Barbados

Board basis? Pick your flavour. Barbados brings the spice.

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Sun, sand and spectacular savings

Need more travel tips or holiday help?

Barbados has its own currency: the Barbadian Dollar (BBD). But US dollars are widely accepted almost everywhere - shops, restaurants, taxis, hotels.

Barbados serves up flavour at every price point. For a taste of authentic Bajan flavour, head to the famous Oistins Fish Fry or a local food stall. Meals like grilled fish, rice and peas, and macaroni pie will cost you around $15–$30 BBD (that’s about £6–£12). Delicious, generous, and budget-friendly. Treating yourself? A three-course meal for two at a mid-range restaurant will typically run $60–$100 BBD (£25–£40). Enjoy ocean views and freshly prepared cuisine with a touch of elegance.

Direct flights to Bridgetown (BGI) with Virgin Atlantic average around 9 hours.

Barbados in December is your tropical escape come true, with around 8 hours of glorious sunshine a day, and daytime temperatures of around 29°C and a comfy 23°C in the evenings.

Crop Over lasts for about 3 months, kicking off in June and reaching its dazzling peak in early August with the iconic Grand Kadooment Day. Hotels and flights book up fast during Crop Over, so if you’re heading down, we suggest you get those plans locked in early.

The heart of cricket in Barbados is the legendary Kensington Oval, located in Bridgetown, the island’s vibrant capital. It’s one of the most iconic cricket grounds in the Caribbean (and arguably the entire world).

From beach bliss to cultural gems, this island brings the heat.

Soak up the sun:
Barbados is home to some of the Caribbean’s best beaches - head to Carlisle Bay for calm waters and a swim with sea turtles, or Bathsheba for surfing and wild beauty. 

Tour Mount Gay Rum Distillery:
Sip the island’s signature spirit where it all began — the world’s oldest rum distillery.

Explore Bridgetown:
Wander through historic Bridgetown, a UNESCO World Heritage Site packed with colonial charm and Caribbean flavour.

Go Underground at Harrison’s Cave:
Discover crystal-clear streams and limestone wonders on this one-of-a-kind cave tour.

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