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  1. mgtraveler avatar

    RE: Caribbean Island Suggestion

    by mgtraveler 11 May 2012

    Antigua is a fine island and, in fact, I would probably give a slight edge to its excellent beaches versus those of Barbados. Half Moon…

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    RE: what to do with limited time

    by mgtraveler 15 April 2012

    That's very easy to get to from the cruise ship dock. It's just a few miles away and buses run right by it. Barbados has some of the more…

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    RE: Trans-Australia Road Trip (Sydney to Perth)

    by bellart1 12 April 2012

    I don't know why you have assumed that roadhouses could be bug ridden with broken toilets though.... why should they be? OK, it's been…

  4. CrewWolf avatar

    Re: Top tips for Barbados

    by CrewWolf 09 April 2012

    Boatyard in Bridgetown in Barbados is a favorite spot for crew members working on ship. You can find all water sports, sandy beach, nice…

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    Re: What to see in one week in PEI and Nova Scotia

    by gwenmccauley 07 April 2012

    Hiya - If you are driving an RV you might want to check costs of traveling by ferry vs the fixed link. If you do take the ferry from PEI…

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    Re: But... how do I get there?

    by ivarvd 07 March 2012

    hi Cat, I think a boat, especially hitching rides might take you up to a week. There are flights though, from $158 (in march) with a stop…

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    RE: Diving in Barbados or St. Vincent & Grenadines

    by jessica246 22 February 2012

    Hi Wilm, Barbados has lots to do but that really depends on the type of vacation you are looking for. I am by no means a diving expert…

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    RE: Belize or Barbados in April

    by LanSluder 21 February 2012

    Would just note that although Barbados does have a lot of colonial history, Belize has 3,000+ years of Maya history as well as some British…

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    Somewhere to stay 24 Feb?

    by melvynrjones 20 February 2012

    Hi - I arrive Bridgetown next Friday to stay in Barbados for a week and I am only looking for a simple, inexpensive room for a short stay…

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    Re: Barbados in August

    by spooner 05 November 2011

    Hello! I stayed at [Dover Beach Hotel|http://www.doverbeach.com], which is just on the edge of the St. Lawrence Gap. Beautiful beach,…

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    RE: beautiful beach $20-45/night range - Caribbean

    by canayjun 18 October 2011

    i am another air miles traveller, and I found a wonderful place in Barbados . It is in St. Laurence Gap, outside of the main town of…

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    RE: Going for our honeymoon to Barbados would love advice on where to stay

    by moshe99 11 October 2011

    I can recommend 'The House' in Payne bay, just north of Bridgetown, stunningly beautiful and simple place. Make sure you go for an evening…

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    Barbados (with an eye) on a budget

    by sarahg1976 18 July 2011

    Hey I thought I'd share my recent Barbados experience. As you know, it's NOT a budget destination though I was trying to enjoy myself…

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    Suriname visa and accommodation in Paramaribo

    by arildkor 12 July 2011

    Hi there. Does anyone know if it is possible to obtain i Suriname visa in Port of Spain, St. George's or Bridgetown in a two-three days?…

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    RE: Hilton Barbados - walking into Bridgetown?

    by indianbi 23 April 2011

    it is a long walk the bus is US$1 and pass every 5 minutes or so

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    RE: Money

    by indianbi 23 April 2011

    Us dollars are accepted every where, atms can dispense local currency and all restaurants , bars and stores in the tourist areas and Bridget…

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    RE: Barbados Cruise

    by barbadostravel 18 April 2011

    Hi jennygyal100 - yes that should be fine. Most catamarans are based in the Careenage in [Bridgetown|http://barbados.org/btown.htm?utm_sourc…

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    RE: Travel between Antigua and Bridgetown, Barbados

    by barbadostravel 18 April 2011

    Hi Sophie - as the others have said, there is no ferry. LIAT, which flies throughout the Caribbean, is probably your best bet as they…

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    RE: Travel between Antigua and Bridgetown, Barbados

    by runwildrunfree 13 April 2011

    it's a long way, so unless you're a stowaway on a schooner, liat or caribbean airlines.

  21. mgtraveler avatar

    RE: Travel between Antigua and Bridgetown, Barbados

    by mgtraveler 12 April 2011

    1. Not ferry. 2. n/a -- flying is your only option 3. In addition to searching liat.com also check www.caribbean-airlines.com (formerly…

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    RE: Travel between Antigua and Bridgetown, Barbados

    by wanderingjohn 11 April 2011

    if no one comes up with a better idea try liat.com

  23. sophiepophie10 avatar

    Travel between Antigua and Bridgetown, Barbados

    by sophiepophie10 11 April 2011

    Hi, I'm travelling to the Caribbean in June to carry out some research and need to travel between Antigua and Barbados. Advice on the…

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    RE: 3 weeks in Barbados - where to go?

    by runwildrunfree 25 March 2011

    Bridgetown has good swimming, and decent guesthouses. Oistins fish market is great to eat fresh grilled fish, and cheap. Up near Mullins…

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    RE: Burdget Travel in Barbados

    by runwildrunfree 25 March 2011

    While Barbados can be expensive, there are some cheap places on side lanes to the beach in Bridgetown. Go to Oistins Market nearby for…

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