Bridgetown , General info:
10/10

The coral island of Barbados colonised over 380

years ago is 20 by 14 miles across and is the

most easterly of the Windward Islands (50 miles

from St. Vincent). The wettest month is October

the driest is March and mean temperature is

85ºF(29ºC). English is spoken by the

quarter-million population.

Bridgetown , Different stuff:
9/10

Barbados boasts the purest water supply you will find anywhere. Rainwater is filtered naturally through natures own coral filter system, and eventually collected underground. You can drink water from the tap anywhere on the island.

Bridgetown , Don't miss:
8/10

The Holders Season is established as the premier cultural event in the Caribbean. Acclaimed nationally and internationally, the season is a celebration of opera, music and theatre. The production always plays to capacity houses and it's high artistic standard draws audiences from around the world.

Bridgetown , Food:
9/10

Bridgetown and Barbados truly offers a full array of culinary experiences, from the local fish fry at Oistins to breathtaking gourmet ocean front dining. From upscale restaurants to fast food eateries you will sample the local ingredients, delicacies, Bajan culture and obtain the true taste of the Caribbean.

Bridgetown , Hotels:
9/10

There is little, if any, accommodation in Bridgetown itself. Most visitors stay either on the small towns on the South coast or at one of the resorts near the west coast.

Bridgetown , Safety:
9/10

Crime rate is low like in all Caribbean area.

Saint John's , General info:
9/10

St John's is the capital city of the nation of Antigua and Barbuda, a country located in the West Indies in the Caribbean Sea. St John's is the commercial centre of the nation and the chief port of the island of Antigua.

Saint John's , Cheap stuff:
9/10

There are many different stores, some are for local people, some sell expensive items which are for the tourists from cruise ships.

Saint John's , Different stuff:
8/10

The Museum of Antigua and Barbuda is housed in the colonial Court House, constructed in 1747 on the site of the first city market, and is the oldest building still in use in the city. The museum displays both Arawak and colonial artifacts recovered on archaeological digs on the islands. It also features a life-sized replica of an Arawak house, models of sugar plantations, along with a history of the island, and Viv Richards' cricket bat.

Saint John's , Don't miss:
9/10

On Friday and Saturday mornings, there is a farmers' market on the southern edge of the city, with folk crafts, colorful tropical fruits, and a buzzing crowd.

Saint John's , Food:
9/10

The national dish is fungie and pepper pot. Fungie is a dish very similar to the Italian Polenta being made mainly of cornmeal. Other local dishes include ducana, seasoned rice, saltfish and lobster. Local confectionaries include sugarcake, fudge, raspberry and tamarind stew, and peanut brittle. The various restaurants around the city sell both local and international food.

Saint John's , Hotels:
9/10

You can find all, from exclusive to budget hotels. You can also rent a villa.

Saint John's , Safety:
10/10

Antigua & Barbuda are relatively crime free, but always take normal precautions.Don't leave valuables unattended in rental cars or on the beach.