Barbados offers an endless array of activities to excite you. Of course, you can just relax on the beach, but if you're looking for action, it'll take you about a half a second to find it.

Plus, Barbados throws the best parties: whether carnival, festival, blowout or bash—whatever you choose to call it, the island just loves to celebrate, so there are a multitude of opportunities to get your party on!

1. In the Water
With the rushing Atlantic on one side and the calm Caribbean on the other, Barbados offers a host of thrilling activities for watersports enthusiasts. >> more details

  2. In the Air
A bird's eye view of Barbados gives you a thrilling perspective and yet another way to appreciate its bounteous beauty. >> more details

 
  3. By Boat
Sail, skim, speed, submerge: Be it the azure Atlantic or the aquamarine Caribbean Sea, the waters around Barbados are simply too inviting to resist. >> more details

 
  4. On Land
From hot wheels to highly manicured hooves, Barbados has some seriously sexy ways to travel over land. >> more details

 
  5. On Foot
Sometimes the best way to see the wonders of the island is the old-fashioned way—on foot. That way you can peer into every corner and peek under every leaf. >> more details

 
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Crop Over Festival
www.cropoverfestival.bb: Barbados at its most vibrant. The premier island festival. >> more details

 
  7. The Holetown Festival www.holetownfestivalbarbados.com: A week-long local arts & crafts showcase with music, dance, food, parades, and more. >> more details

 
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Barbados Jazz Festival
www.barbadosjazzfestival.com: Heaven for jazz-lovers. >> more details

 
  9. GospelFest
www.barbadosgospelfest.com: A world-class celebration that'll thrill you to your soul. >> more details

 
  10. Holders Opera Season
http://www.holders.net/: A cultural extravaganza in Eden, perfect for people in love. >> more details