Barbados

A perfect holiday retreat for families and groups, All Seasons Resort is laid out in the form of cottages, each housing two, 1-bedroom apartments. Set in spacious grounds, there is a gorgeous freshwater swimming pool to laze by, surrounded by tropical gardens and a poolside bar. For eats and drinks, the Red Parrot Restaurant & Bar serves a tempting menu of international and local dishes. Within the Sunset Crest complex are 2 shopping centres with guests entitled to a discount card on arrival, making shopping for duty free goods even more enticing! Guests at All Seasons can use the Beach House facilities (just minutes away) which include, a fresh water pool, a bar, restaurant and access to the beach and the new west coast boardwalk. For trips to the beach and Holetown, just hop on-board the FREE ‘Reggae Bus’.

An adults-only haven with a laid back atmosphere. With 4 acres of lush, tropical gardens you'll be able to find your own special place to relax, perhaps under a shady tree, on the lawn or around one of the 3 interlinked pools. For further rejuvenation pamper yourself at the resort's spa where massages and a range of herbal treatments are offered. The main restaurant, Sunset, offers a la Continental fare and make sure you reserve a table at Enid's which serves excellent Caribbean cuisine. A FREE shuttle runs to sister resorts Almond Beach Village and Almond Casuarina Beach.

This pretty, landscaped resort is ideally located on the fashionable West Coast of the island and offers a plethora of facilities for both families and couples alike. On the beautiful sandy beach you’ll find water sports including water-skiing, Hobie Cat sailing, snorkelling and windsurfing. Kids have their own clubs that offer plenty of activities including dancing classes and pool games which will keep them entertained and there’s also a nursery and babysitting* for newborns up. While the children are kept busy you can take advantage of the other facilities on offer or simply take to a lounger and relax under the warm sun. There’s an adult only (no under 16s) section of the resort which has 3 interconnecting pools and La Smarrita, an adult only gourmet Italian restaurant. There's also a FREE shuttle running to sister resorts Almond Casuarina Beach and Almond Beach Club (adults over 16 years only).

Almond Casuarina Beach is located in the south of the island and overlooks the white sands of Dover Beach. Lively St Lawrence Gap is only a 5 min drive away and has many bars and restaurants. The resort is set in 10 acres of tropical gardens and offers plenty of facilities including sailing, kayaking, tennis and a choice of 3 pools. There's plenty to keep kids occupied too with daily supervised children's clubs catering from newborns to teenagers. There are 3 on-site restaurants serving delicious International and local cuisine. A FREE shuttle service runs between here and sister resorts Almond Beach Village and Almond Beach Club & Spa (adults over 16 years only).

Ideal for those looking for a value for money, all-inclusive hotel, the Barbados Beach Club has a wide range of facilities and activities on offer including snorkelling, aqua aerobics and tennis. You're right on the beach and there's a spacious pool terrace area where you can laze around soaking up the rays. There's a swimming pool overlooking the ocean and a 9 hole miniature golf course. The Poolside Restaurant and Bar is open for buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner which should please all manner of tastes. Other dining options are Veneto’s Italian restaurant or Sea Rocks, specialising in seafood. Evening entertainment includes live steel bands, karaoke and a weekly cabaret night. The spacious, well-equipped rooms overlook either the tropical gardens, pool or ocean and are very comfortable.

This family run hotel is located on a large white sand beach, just steps away from the newly completed South Coast Boardwalk and within easy reach of good restaurants, shopping and nightlife. The excellent pool deck has a freshwater swimming pool, cold water Jacuzzi and a paddling pool for the kids. In fact, the whole place has a welcoming atmosphere and you'll enjoy dining in the Deck Restaurant which offers traditional Bajan dishes or sipping a cool tropical cocktail in the Seagrape Beach Bar.

This pretty plantation-style hotel sits on the white sands of St James Beach on the fashionable west coast of Barbados. You'll find an outdoor pool in the tropical gardens where you can cool off or simply relax with a good book. There's a beauty salon with massages and treatments on offer to make you feel pampered and rejuvenated. The Sugarbird Bar & Grill offers lunch, snacks and afternoon tea and The Garden Restaurant serves delicious buffet style or table d'hote Bajan and international cuisine. In the evening sit back and enjoy the sounds of the steel pan or a local band while relaxing with a cocktail in the lobby bar. The comfortable guest rooms are situated in low rise buildings and are all air-conditioned with either a balcony or terrace overlooking the gorgeous gardens or beautiful beach. You'll find more shops, bars and restaurants available in Holetown, an easy walk away. Golf lovers will be pleased to hear that the Sandy Lane Golf Course is also nearby.

Set in 14 acres of garden and overlooking the sea, Silver Sands enjoys a quiet, secluded location, far removed from the crowds. The perfect place to relax, there’s a permanent breeze, which keeps you cool in the sun and the waves are great for boogie boarding, which should please the enthusiasts amongst you! Rooms are more than comfortable at the Silver Sands but highly recommended are the Deluxe Ocean View Studios and Suites, recently upgraded, they offer newer furnishings and, of course, those all-important sea views. If you fancy a night out, St Lawrence Gap is not far away by taxi. Alternatively, enjoy delicious à la carte specialities at the Seafans Restaurant before retiring to the Seahorse Bar to reflect on your day.

Situated on the west coast of Barbados, this quiet resort is made up of 2 apartment complexes. The larger is Halcyon Palm where the 1-bedroom apartments nestle around tropical gardens and the lovely pool. The quieter Travellers Palm has a more intimate feel. Each well-equipped apartment has a private balcony and a separate living room with a ceiling fan and modern furnishings. The beach is a short walk away, why not try your hand at one of the water sports that are on offer from local vendors or simply lie back and enjoy the warmth of the Caribbean sun. Back at the Palms Resort there’s a FREE scuba diving lesson twice a week. The Palm Deck Restaurant, a small eatery located at Travellers Palm, serves delicious Caribbean and western dishes plus you’re spoilt for choice in the immediate area with a good range of eateries serving all types of world cuisine.

This basic hotel is surrounded by gardens and just across from the beautiful white sands of Dover Beach in the vibrant St Lawrence Gap area. It's great for groups of friends and young people and you're in a great position to walk to the numerous lively bars, clubs and restaurants in this trendy spot, and the hotel's own Red Rock Bar & Bistro. You can try your hand at the variety of water sports offered privately on the beach at an extra cost - everything from snorkelling and scuba-diving, to kayaking, Hobie Cat sailing and boogie boarding are available.