Barbados is a
dream island, ringed by 70 square miles of beaches. Low hills run down the
middle of the island; on the east side cooling Atlantic trade winds whisper
across the higher grounds which are still home to thriving sugar plantations.
After nearly 400 years of British influence, the people have a natural affinity
with the English way of life and that, of course, includes cricket, which
is the national sport. English is the official language, and Barbados' British
legacy is a secure, politically stable and genteel society. You'll find yourself
made welcome by people who are well educated, self assured, open and friendly.
