Just a couple of the things we love about this island is not only the fact that it\u2019s a great place to visit for its endless beaches and palm trees, it also has masses of beautiful plants (the aloe vera plants are ideal for that sun-burn), sunny afternoon cricket games, and beautiful colonial buildings.<\/p>\n
Our favourite place to hang your hat in Barbados and to explore (you can drive the length of Barbados in an hour and the width in 45 minutes so you are never too far away from everything you want to see) is St Lawrence Gap. It\u2019s got some great bars and restaurants, perfect for turtle spotting and a great hangout to mix with the locals. Here are some of our tips to spend 48 hours in this gorgeous area as part of a longer trip.<\/p>\n
Day 1<\/strong><\/h2>\nSunrise: Breakfast at Dover Beach turtle spotting.<\/strong><\/p>\nPack yourself a picnic and head to Dover Beach. Or, if you prefer, there are plenty of places where you can buy food and here are just some examples of delicious Barbados food<\/a> you can try, no matter what time of day. Dover Beach is one of our favourites and there are plenty of sunbeds and umbrellas to rent for a small cost. Alternatively, just kick off your flip-flops under one of the shady palm trees and lay down your towel to catch some rays. The water is clean and warm and occasionally you\u2019ll be treated to views of sea turtles coming up for air among the waves.<\/p>\n![\"Dover](\"https:\/\/barbados.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/dover-beach.jpg\")
Dover Beach<\/p><\/div>\n
Fun in the sun: Catch a game of cricket<\/strong><\/p>\nYou can\u2019t walk far without spotting an impromptu game of cricket. It\u2019s a real treat if you can catch a game. Cricket is popular with people of all ages and really brings the community together and is a vital element to the island. A game of cricket is also a great place to sit in the sun with a cold beer or ginger beer for the kids.<\/p>\n
Sunset: St Lawrence Gap<\/strong><\/p>\nYou are in the right place for a fun night out. Tourists and locals alike enjoy the huge offering of restaurants and bars and there is a great atmosphere, especially at weekends. The people are vibrant and the music fills the streets. There are lots of great places to dine; from small local huts with live music, to larger restaurants where you can sit and watch the world go by.<\/p>\n
We like The Cove\u00a0for music and dancing. If you are looking for somewhere more chilled out and romantic, then you can\u2019t go wrong with friendly and delicious Apsara Samudra<\/a>, a restaurant overlooking the ocean that serves exquisite Thai and North Indian food (the Peshwari naan is to die for).<\/p>\nDay 2<\/strong><\/h2>\nSunrise: And breathe<\/strong><\/p>\nYoga on the beach has become more and more popular, and the Yoga Samudra<\/a> classes are a perfect way to relax, stretch and enjoy the sound of the crashing waves and the sun on your back. Yoga is always at your level so these can be as challenging as you make them, ideal for those who miss a little bit of exercise when they are on holiday but also suitable for those who just want to chill out.<\/p>\nIf you want to do something spiritual but don\u2019t fancy doing the downward dog, then going to the local church is a lovely experience. Everyone dresses to the nines and it\u2019s very welcoming. The white washed and quaint St Lawrence Anglican<\/a> church, constructed in 1837 is charming and a great way to immerse yourself in Bajan culture. Perched atop a small cliff at the first corner you encounter when entering the area, it\u2019s easy to spot. You may even be asked to stand up and say hello as a very welcome newcomer.<\/p>\n![\"St.Lawrence](\"https:\/\/barbados.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/st-lawrence-church.jpg\")
St.Lawrence Anglican Church<\/p><\/div>\n
Fun in the sun:<\/strong><\/p>\nGrab some brunch at the Happy Days Caf\u00e9<\/a> (we love their omelets).<\/p>\nOnce you have satisfied your hunger, hop on a bus to Bridgetown. The buses are great fun and a real insight into Bajan life. You\u2019ll be sitting with locals on the journey who are really friendly and will chat to you about all sorts of topics.<\/p>\n
This will take a mere twenty minutes and then you are in Bridgetown, the heartbeat of the island. Start with a walk from Independence Square, which has statue of Errol Barrow, the first prime minister of the independent Barbados, and then head across Chamberlain Bridge to\u00a0National Heroes Square<\/a>, with its statue of Nelson and coral stoned Barbados Parliament<\/a>.<\/p>\n
Pack yourself a picnic and head to Dover Beach. Or, if you prefer, there are plenty of places where you can buy food and here are just some examples of delicious Barbados food<\/a> you can try, no matter what time of day. Dover Beach is one of our favourites and there are plenty of sunbeds and umbrellas to rent for a small cost. Alternatively, just kick off your flip-flops under one of the shady palm trees and lay down your towel to catch some rays. The water is clean and warm and occasionally you\u2019ll be treated to views of sea turtles coming up for air among the waves.<\/p>\n Dover Beach<\/p><\/div>\n Fun in the sun: Catch a game of cricket<\/strong><\/p>\n You can\u2019t walk far without spotting an impromptu game of cricket. It\u2019s a real treat if you can catch a game. Cricket is popular with people of all ages and really brings the community together and is a vital element to the island. A game of cricket is also a great place to sit in the sun with a cold beer or ginger beer for the kids.<\/p>\n Sunset: St Lawrence Gap<\/strong><\/p>\n You are in the right place for a fun night out. Tourists and locals alike enjoy the huge offering of restaurants and bars and there is a great atmosphere, especially at weekends. The people are vibrant and the music fills the streets. There are lots of great places to dine; from small local huts with live music, to larger restaurants where you can sit and watch the world go by.<\/p>\n We like The Cove\u00a0for music and dancing. If you are looking for somewhere more chilled out and romantic, then you can\u2019t go wrong with friendly and delicious Apsara Samudra<\/a>, a restaurant overlooking the ocean that serves exquisite Thai and North Indian food (the Peshwari naan is to die for).<\/p>\n Sunrise: And breathe<\/strong><\/p>\n Yoga on the beach has become more and more popular, and the Yoga Samudra<\/a> classes are a perfect way to relax, stretch and enjoy the sound of the crashing waves and the sun on your back. Yoga is always at your level so these can be as challenging as you make them, ideal for those who miss a little bit of exercise when they are on holiday but also suitable for those who just want to chill out.<\/p>\n If you want to do something spiritual but don\u2019t fancy doing the downward dog, then going to the local church is a lovely experience. Everyone dresses to the nines and it\u2019s very welcoming. The white washed and quaint St Lawrence Anglican<\/a> church, constructed in 1837 is charming and a great way to immerse yourself in Bajan culture. Perched atop a small cliff at the first corner you encounter when entering the area, it\u2019s easy to spot. You may even be asked to stand up and say hello as a very welcome newcomer.<\/p>\n St.Lawrence Anglican Church<\/p><\/div>\n Fun in the sun:<\/strong><\/p>\n Grab some brunch at the Happy Days Caf\u00e9<\/a> (we love their omelets).<\/p>\n Once you have satisfied your hunger, hop on a bus to Bridgetown. The buses are great fun and a real insight into Bajan life. You\u2019ll be sitting with locals on the journey who are really friendly and will chat to you about all sorts of topics.<\/p>\n This will take a mere twenty minutes and then you are in Bridgetown, the heartbeat of the island. Start with a walk from Independence Square, which has statue of Errol Barrow, the first prime minister of the independent Barbados, and then head across Chamberlain Bridge to\u00a0National Heroes Square<\/a>, with its statue of Nelson and coral stoned Barbados Parliament<\/a>.<\/p>\nDay 2<\/strong><\/h2>\n
![\"Bridgetown\"](\"https:\/\/barbados.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/bridgetown.jpg\")