Barbados

Barbados

The Barbados Flag
Official Name
Barbados
Population
264,000
Capital City
Bridgetown (99,000)
Languages
English
Official Currency
Barbados Dollar
Religions
Protestant, others
Land Area
430 sq km (166 sq miles)
Highest Point
Mt. Hillaby 1,102 ft. (336m)
Tropical Beach Paradise

Barbados is a coral island, pushed out of the sea by volcanic activity in a far away time. On the West Coast of Barbados, coral shore beaches of fine white sand stretch along a blue-green sea. Coral reefs fringe the Barbados shoreline to provide excellent snorkeling and Scuba Diving. Along the East Coast a lively surf is blown briskly by the strong and constant trade winds and the waves pound against a rocky shore. The constant breeze of the trade winds give Barbados a mild and pleasant tropical climate.

Beautiful Coastline

When you visit Barbados, you will see it is mostly a flat coral island with excellent beaches, but there are rolling hills and many deep ridges and gullies, with an amazing array of flora and fauna. Within the Barbados coral core there is a vast array of caves and underground lakes which provide an excellent supply of drinking water that is amongst the purest in the world. Geologically Barbados is unique, being actually two land masses that merged together over the years. This and other anomalies make this Caribbean Island quite phenomenal, and there are geological structures that you will find only in Barbados.

Barbados is a very beautiful island, with lots of art, activities, night life, music, history and some of the best restaurants to be found anywhere. But what makes Barbados even more special, and the reason why so many visitors keep returning to the island year after year, is the people. Barbadians, called Bajans, are warm and friendly souls, always ready to greet you with a sincere smile. Barbadians make you feel welcome and special, in this lovely Caribbean Island. You will feel its your home and will want to come back again and again to Barbados: A unique Caribbean paradise, surprisingly sophisticated, friendly, fun and always Naturally Charming!

Lazy days on the beach

The entire Caribbean region is synonymous in most people's minds with pure white sandy beaches, incredibly friendly local people, plenty of sunshine and a laid back pace of life. And while some countries are more typical of this vision than others, the entire Caribbean region is intensely popular with tourists, second homers and retirees.

Fun in the sun

As the space on which developers can build tourism facilities and residential property is physically restricted on an island and in a small country, so the potential for a growth in the supply of property is severely restricted - especially in the most desirable areas of the very popular countries.

At the same time the appeal of the Caribbean islands and countries is growing annually with more affordable airfares opening up destinations to more people. A rising number of people are benefiting from an increase in personal prosperity and purchasing power in many countries worldwide – thus intensifying the demand for accommodation, second homes and retirement homes in the Caribbean.

Demand is already outstripping supply in many Caribbean countries and this situation will only naturally intensify which naturally creates unstoppable property price inflation!

The natural beauty of Barbados

Key Investment Points

  • Property prices have risen steadily for the past 50 years
  • Barbados has a very well established and growing tourism industry, with more than half a million visitors every year
  • Ongoing demand and limited supply continues to fuel the price growth in the region
  • Barbados is in the early stages of it's urban renewal and development program, thus giving investors the chance to profit from future improvements and strong capital appreciation
  • Throughout the year the weather is warm and sunny with an average daytime high of 24 – 29 C
  • Long seasons mean more income, which means greater yield and profit for the investor
  • Air Canada, American Airlines, British Airways, Air Jamaica, BWIA International and Virgin Atlantic all operate from Grantley Adams International Airport
  • Barbados is just over three hours by plane from Miami, four hours from New York and eight hours from London
  • The island was uninhabited when first settled by the British in 1627. Barbados has the third oldest parliament in the world with 358 years of an uninterrupted parliamentary system of government
  • Barbados has retained its links with the United Kingdom through membership of the Commonwealth
  • It has an excellent telecommunications network
  • Barbados has the highest repeat visitor factor in the region
  • There is a huge demand for high quality tourist accommodation

Current Developments

Merricks Beach Resort

Merricks Beach Resort,

Merricks Beach Resort and Residence is an exclusive development comprising a 5* Hotel and Spa Resort, with a stunning half moon sandy beach in Barbados. The units are a mixture of studios, 1 and 2 bedroom hotel apartments, large cliff ....... ...

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Coral Cove Sold Out

Coral Cove, Paynes Bay,

Coral Cove, occupying prime beach-front land in Paynes Bay, is undoubtedly ‘the’ location on the fashionable Platinum Coast. Located a short walk from the famous Sandy Lane Hotel and Estate, Coral Cove is intimately set in luxuriously landscaped gardens with beautiful aged mahogany trees chapero ...

Schooner Bay Sold Out

Schooner Bay, Speightstown,

The residences at Schooner Bay have been appropriately named to capture this part of the island's history. These residences capture great elegance for those that decide to make them their homes. They provide unsurpassed quality and overlook one of the most magnificent beaches on the island. With onl ...

The Condominiums Sold Out

The Condominiums, Palm Beach,

A residence that places you in the heart of one of Barbados’ most exciting new developments, The Condominiums at Palm Beach offers beachfront views, swimming pools, a fitness centre, shopping, dining, nightlife, and all of the unique features of the south coast of Barbados. Palm Beach is currently ...

Island Sanctuary

Island Sanctuary, St Phillip,

These luxurious Island villas, each with their own private grounds offering complete seclusion, are situated on an island made of soft, white sand surrounded by freshwater and hidden from the outside world by tropical greenery. ...

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Palmetto Bay Suites

Palmetto Bay Suites, St Phillip,

The spacious one bedroom suites provide 460 square feet of stylish and elegant living accommodation with air conditioning and a private balcony that has views along the stunning east coast and across the Atlantic Ocean. Take advantage of the .... ...

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