Many people return to holiday in Barbados year after year, the island’s natural beauty and incredible atmosphere charms its visitors into coming back again and again, gaining it a reputation as one of the world’s favourite destinations. However, white sandy beaches, fascinating culture and astounding beauty alone are not enough to keep children entertained on holiday, so what else can the island provide to ensure your stay is enjoyable for you and for your children?
Firstly, many of the hotels on the Caribbean island features kids’ clubs and nanny services, which usually provide fun and games for your children while you have some relaxation time to yourself on your Barbados holiday. Most notably of these is the Sandy Lane Treehouse Club; which offers a fully-equipped indoor play centre, outdoor games, sports and leisure activities and much more, making the stay enjoyable, productive and fun for your children.
However, the key word in your family holiday in Barbados is “family”, and for day trips that the whole family can enjoy, Barbados delivers. The island boasts a healthy population of leatherback and hawksbill turtles, and many places offer boat cruises or walks that will give you the opportunity to see these magnificent, gentle creatures in their natural habitat, and at the right time of year you can head down to the protected nesting sites on the island and witness a truly breathtaking natural display.
If you choose to take your Barbados holiday in Easter, the island holds a plethora of festivals and activities during the holiday period that the whole family can enjoy. The festivals include kite-flying competitions; where locals and visitors alike build their own kites and fly them for everyone to enjoy, there are also festival celebrations, face-painting, shops and food stalls and much more. These are just examples of the many things Barbados has available for children and the whole family to enjoy, making it the perfect holiday destination in the Caribbean.