Barbados by Louise Pyne

The stunning setting is also a haven for couples seeking some time out and a party paradise for anyone wanting a taste of the good life – and celeb spotting is probably the hottest sport on this island as the rich and famous jet in to top up their tans!

From the pristine beaches to the acres of sugarcane fields, the allure of ‘Little England’ is clear. When you’re not stretched out on the sand, you’ll be perusing the quaint shops in the colonial capital Bridgetown, or sampling local delicacies from the many street vendors. And as the sun sets, head along to St Lawrence Gap as it’s vibrant strip of restaurants and bars comes alive after dark, buzzing until the early hours.
 
Splash Out
If plush hotels are your thing then celebrity haunt Sandy Lane is for you. You’ll be chauffeur driven from the airport in a Bentley and assigned your own butler, housekeeper, chef and security guard to cater to your every whim.

Be Romanced
What could be nicer than you and your partner enjoying a candlelit dinner under the stars, listening to the waves lap against the rocks? The Cliff may be the most expensive restaurant on the island, but it just doesn’t get better than this elegant eatery panoramically perched atop a cliff.

Do as the Locals
Mingle with the locals at Oistens, the biggest fish market on the island. Every Friday evening this bustling market comes alive as a flurry of locals and tourists alike come together for the fish fry, salivating as the expert vendors whip up authentic Bajan dishes.