Barbados was known all over the world for its gorgeous sandy beaches, sparkling waters, and tropical climate, Barbados is an island paradise that will suit you down to the ground if you’re looking for a well-earned rest this Spring Break.

Make the most of the beautiful surroundings by spending your days lazing on the beach and swimming in the blissfully warm water – or check out the south coast if you’re into surfing, where the slightly rougher seas account for the fact that Spring Break Barbados is the surfing capital of the Caribbean. Surfing is a big hit here, along with a variety of other water-sports that will make sure your days are filled with action and fun!

If you prefer to stay dry, there’s lots of sightseeing to be done in Barbados, which is a thriving tourist hotspot with no shortage of things to see and do. Even just wandering through the streets and shops can be a fun experience, with plenty of street vendors to haggle with, and let’s not forget the duty free shopping! Pick up some bargains and treat yourself.

There are also loads of entertainment choices in Barbados during Spring Break. Local bars are great for hanging out with friends and shooting some pool or taking in a sports game on plasma screens. Nightclubs are plentiful and full of tourists and locals alike – packed with young people who want to let their hair down and have some fun! You can dance the night away at many Barbados clubs, as they stay open almost till dawn – perfect for the Spring Break crowd who just don’t want to stop. There are also casinos for the thrill-seekers, which stay open almost 24 hours a day, and not to mention the many, many smaller bars and entertainment venues where you can take in a show, see a live band, or just mingle with the friendly natives.

Spring Break in Barbados will be full of fun and sun – thousands of American and Canadian college students can’t be wrong!

Barbados resorts are renowned for its relaxed atmosphere, year round sunshine and warm white sandy beaches. Yet Barbados is also full of history that is far different from the world, as we know it. Barbados is a country filled with friendly people and a relaxed environment, however, history will reveal otherwise. Records have shown that this country has experienced many periods of ruling, conflict and colonization from different groups.

History

Evidence will show that the first indigenous settlers were the Arawaks, who lived seemingly peacefully on the island for many years. They were recorded to be particularly good at practising agricultural techniques that included growing corn and cotton. They had designed and created advanced tools of their own to aid them with the agricultural farming and for fishing.

The Arawaks were believed to have been the settlers of Barbados until 1200 AD, when the seemingly violent and aggressive Carib groups had almost wiped out the Arawak settlers. The Spanish and Portuguese had then entered into the country, with the Spanish deciding not to settle in Barbados. The Portuguese colonized the island in the 16th century, with these settlers cam the name of Los Barbados meaning ‘bearded one’ on account of the fig trees that would grow on the island.

The English would not follow suit in the colonization until 1625, in which they claimed the land as their own in the name of King Kames I. Two years later settlers were brought in to the land, with the worlds third parliamentary democracy formed. 80 settlers and 10 slaves were brought to the island, with many of the settlers being rich and wealthy.

It was not long before the Dutch had introduced the sugar cane, and very quickly, the crop became the main sources of making money. This also included cotton and tobacco crops. The island became the place, which would dominate the sugar industry until around 1720. This was also the period in which slaves from West Africa were introduced to the island to work along on the crops and fields.

The end of slavery came about around 1834 whereby some had decided to continue working on the crops. However, 1838 saw their freedom become imminent, and many of the Bajan (Barbadian) people began taking on high roles and filled high ranking jobs on the island.

The quality of life reduced dramatically on the island during the period of the Great Depression. Jobs were lost and rioting had developed amongst the people in the streets, the sugar industry was thriving up until this point and the English had stepping to fund the island keeping it as it was. However it was evident that the people of Barbados wanted to take control of their island, and so independence was granted in 1966.

Today

Tourism became a lucrative business in the Barbados resorts, with its diverse history and many different cultural influences this has become one of the most popular destinations to visit. The island exhibits a rich British culture, with cricket being its main sport. The people are religious and resemble an Anglican culture, and surrounded by Georgian and Victorian housing.

The African slave had helped in building the foundation for the sugar plantations, with many of the African people having built some of the first chattel houses to move from one plantation to another. Other lasting impressions of the African culture are in their art, crafts, food and music of Barbados.