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How to get there by Air
Connectivity is perhaps the best with the North American mainland. There are a number of regular and reliable flights to Barbados. The easiest way of to get there from Europe is to opt for a package tour that includes a charter flight directly to the Islands. However, package tours do have their own restrictions and for those who prefer to fly independently, there are a number of airlines that offer regular flights from London.
There are no direct flights from Australia and New Zealand and visitors need to fly to one of the gateways offering a connecting flight to the Caribbean.
The Barbados’ Grantley Adams airport is 16 km southeast of Bridgetown.
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How to get there by Sea
Bridgetown Harbor entertains a number of cruise ships through the year. Various cruises include Barbados in their itinerary. This is a good alternative to tour the Caribbean islands – as long as you don’t get seasick! You can also opt for the ferry service connecting Barbados with St. Lucia, St. Vincent. Trinidad and Venezuela. There are, however, no local yacht charter companies.
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Getting Around
By Air:
There are a number of flights that offer passage to surrounding islands. St. Lucia, St. Vincent, and Grenada as well as Venezuela in South America are easily accessible. Various companies also offer day tours to surrounding Islands. This is a good option if you’re interested in exploring the marine life of the Caribbean Sea.
An interesting way to tour the Island is by helicopters. Several local companies organize such tours.
By Road:
Car Rentals: Driving around gives you flexibility, though you might question your decision when you tackle the narrow, winding roads of the Island! You can rent a car from any of the various car rental agencies located all over the Island. A local driving permit is required even if you have an international driving license. Usually, for a small fee the car rental companies can sort this out for you. Driving is on the left. It is also possible to rent bicycles and motorbikes.
By Taxis:
Easily available around airports and major hotels, taxis are a reliable transport alternative. Even though the government regulates the rates, make sure you fix the fare in advance, as the vehicles are unmetered.
By Bus: Cheap and frequent, though the drivers seems to follow a schedule of their own, quite different from the official one! You have a choice of government run buses or private buses. The latter are usually confined to the urban areas while the former do venture into the rural areas.
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