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Barbados

Car rental Barbados

Barbados is one of the easternmost islands of the Caribbean and is a popular, sunny haven for American tourists. Although many tend to relax and unwind on the gorgeous beaches, car hire in Barbados is a great way to explore the island further and see more of it. With Bridgetown being the vibrant, pulsating capital, it’s the best place to start your holiday in Barbados and venture outwards to St Michael Parish and beyond to the Flower Forest.

For tourists from the US, direct flights to the stunning islands are available, particularly from Miami, Houston and JFK. For the best prices on rental cars, compare car hire before you leave to seek out the cheapest deals. Rentals can be collected from the airport, or from the larger cities.

Travelers’ delights

Barbados is an ex-British colony and a tropical island is filled with great tropical attractions such as the miles of white, sandy beaches, warm waters and dense forests, but there are flashes of British buildings and don’t forget to drive on the ‘wrong’ side of the road. Aside from the stunning beaches, there are mountain walks that offer gorgeous views of the islands, and when night falls, the party atmosphere really begins with bouncing nightclubs and rum bars being the most popular. Water sports, such as surfing, snorkeling, diving and sailing are local favorites. The further inland you go, there are museums, exhibitions and plantation houses to visit.

Best time to go

Being just 13 degrees from the equator, Barbados is virtually seasonless. It’s fairly hot all year round, with light winds from the east and the odd shower of rain to cool off; any time is a good time to go to Barbados. Whether flying into Sir Grantley Adams Airport or arriving on a cruise liner, there is no visa or payment required for US citizens.