Sunday 26th Jan 2020
Bridgetown, the capital of Barbados, is a port city on the island’s southwest coast. It's known for its British colonial architecture, 17th-century Garrison and horse racing track. It is part of the British Commonwealth and is named after the Bearded Fig Tree, which was once found in abundance.
Barbados is an island where relaxation and adventure go hand in hand. White sandy beaches stretch for miles while snorkelling and sailing are some of the world-class water sports on offer.
Early (very) start and it’s off to join our tour group going to Carlisle Bay for time on the beach. Only a quite short run to the beach just the other side of town. “Harbour Lights” providing the facilities for us today, loungers, umbrella (for the sun - not the rain!), changing facilities and restroom. Of course the universal complimentary Rum Punch to start off, 9am seems a bit early, but as the sign at the bar says “you can’t expect tom drink all day unless you start now”.
A great spot this, soft silver sand, warm blue and turquoise sea and wall to wall sunshine, what’s not to love?
Only a short stay till noon before the return bus ride. Actually plenty of time for swimming, paddling and sunning, probably enough for the first day acclimatising to proper weather.
Back to port for a look round the souvenir shops and time for a really delicious banana milkshake before reboarding our ship for the afternoon. Being a Sunday no point in going into town, mostly shut, everyone either at church or on the beach.
Usual shipboard pursuits while we rehydrate!
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