Look beyond Barbados’ beaches and you’ll discover an action-packed calendar of events for every kind of traveller…
You could easily be dazzled by Barbados’ beaches: those golden sands and gemstone bays are the stuff of Caribbean dreams. But look a little closer and you’ll find the island is much more than just a sun, sea and sand destination, with a calendar of events that will appeal to discerning travellers. Here are six of the best...
24-27 October 2019
FOOD & RUM FESTIVAL
The food in Barbados isn’t just tasty – it’s a history lesson too. With African, Creole, American and British influences, Bajan bites offer a rich introduction to the island’s multicultural roots: from spicy chicken roti, to creamy cou-cou (similar to polenta) and flying fish – fried or stewed. The annual Food and Rum Festival celebrates this delectable diversity with workshops, gourmet events, street food markets – and lashings of locally-made rum. Whether you’re feasting on fresh fishcakes or fruity rum punch,
Caribbean culture has never tasted better.
6-10 November 2019
OPEN WATER FESTIVAL
This story is from the September 2019 edition of Wanderlust Travel Magazine.
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