Barbados is one of the many popular docks for
Caribbean cruise passengers.

Every year, thousands of passengers visit the island for the day and a few ships berth in the harbor overnight but many have no idea what the island has to offer for nighttime activities.

Here are FOUR great things to do during your stay in Barbados:

1. Grab a Bite 

We love to eat. So there are a great variety of dining options in Barbados that includes traditional local cuisine, Italian, Caribbean delicacies, contemporary dining, fast food even Thai options in the categories of fast food, casual and fine dining.


So, don't be afraid to venture out and get a taste of the island!

2. Party the Night Away

Fight the cabin fever!

Grab a few buddies or adopt some fellow travellers and head down on the south coast to one of the nightclubs in the Gap or up on the West coast to 2nd Street. 


There's nothing like a Caribbean-style club mix of rap, dancehall, soca or jazz to get you shaking your groove thing.


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The St. Lucia Jazz and Arts Festival has been one of the Caribbean's biggest hits for over two decades.

The main stage for St. Lucia Jazz. Photo via fest300.com

In 2016, the festival has been revamped to include a broader offering of artistic expression to cater to tastes of an increasingly diverse audience.The festival brags a roster of 50 world-acclaimed entertainers and artisans to perform or be featured at the festival from April 29th to May 8th, 2016.

One of the feature performers, Marc Anthony. photo via stluciajazz.org

Some of those slated to perform at this year's festival are Marc Anthony, Shaggy, Air Supply, Omi and child prodigy pianist, Joey Alexander.    

Old school jazz pianist and child prodigy, Joey Alexander performing at TED talks. photo via blog.ted.com

Attendees will not only be treated to some of the best live performances in the genres of jazz, R&B and reggae, also in store are displays of local art, celebration of the St.Lucian culture and fabulous, Iron Chef worthy cuisine.

The countdown is on. Get moving now and experience simply beautiful St. Lucia.

Big names in music have been slated for the 2016 cast of the annual Tobago Jazz Experience.

 

World renowned Barbadian saxophone and jazz artiste, Arturo Tappin photo credit barbadostoday.bb

The latest to join the star studded roster are Grammy award winners, Maxwell and Shaggy, who will be adding to already confirmed performances by Lauryn Hill, J. Cole, Arturo Tappin and Band, Etienne Charles, Third World, Roy Cape as well as other local and regional artistes.

Legendary blues, hip hop and soul artist, Lauryn Hill photo credit mldspot.com

Travellers who love a bit of jazz and soul music will be treated to an unforgettable and unmissable experience for the young and the young at heart.

The Tobago Jazz Experience takes place from April 16th to April 24th 2016.

 

Easily one the biggest festivals in the Caribbean, it would be an injustice for us not to highlight Trinidad & Tobago's annual Carnival.

 

Revellers on Carnival day showcasing their costumes. photo via gotrinidadandtobagotourism.com

Droves of travellers visit the island every year to take part in the festivities and cultural explosion that begins to warm up just after Christmas with various promotional events and music competitions then climaxes in a vibrant two-day street party just before the beginning of Lent on Ash Wednesday.

Caribbean people enjoying Trinidad Carnival 2016. photo via repeatingislands.com

For approximately two months, the island buzzes with some of the best soca music in the Caribbean from countless fetes and premium parties in celebration of Trinidadian, and indeed Caribbean, culture, unity and fun. In a nutshell, one can describe it as a harmonious mixture of high energy calypso, tongue-in-cheek lyrics, steel pan rhythms and nearly half a million happy people. 

Only here will you learn what it really means to party 'til your "money done" and give "cheers to life".

Popular celebrities can usually be found among the revellers enjoying the festivities and this year was no different. Previous visitors have included Nicki Minaj and Idris Elba. This year, two of the more popular celebrity attractions were the ever provocative Amber Rose and her best friend Blac Chyna.

From left to right: American celebrities Amber Rose and Blac Chyna taking part in Carnival 2016

Not to be confused or even considered the same as some of the other big name carnivals, this one is certainly a Caribbean event that should be on the calendar of any traveller who would enjoy an action packed vacation that will really help them unwind from the daily rat race. It is one of the most popular festivals in the region and anyone who has ever been will tell you that it is an experience like none other.

For more scenes and headlines, click the links below.

Trinidad Carnival Schedule 2016
Carnival Highlights: Promo 2016
Carnival Bands - Costumes and Merchandise 
International Soca Monarch 2016 - Voice

View of Mount Nevis. photo via chrisportal.com

He's not only the owner of a cosy set of apartments on the eastern side of the island right by the sea but he also offers a convenience store and auto rental all under M & M Enterprise. This means that booking with him can be an affordable one-stop that is perfect for the budget or solo traveller who appreciates travel made easy. Trust us, affordable self transport can be pricey but renting a vehicle is one of the best ways to explore a natural gem such as Nevis.

When Marlon is not providing great customer service with his extensive knowledge of the island and everything Nevis has to offer, he may be found taking part in one of the island's premier past-times ... golf. Ask him about it!

ST. Kitts & Nevis golf. photo via freein33.com

Planning your Caribbean vacation to one of the regions under-rated emerging destinations for 2016 could include watching the sunrise in Nevis.