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Full of Caribbean adventures, Barbados offers hiking trails, historic architecture, and of course, beaches. Here are some top attractions you can’t miss.

Huntes Gardens: Located in St. Joseph Parish, these gardens offer plenty of plants, hummingbirds, and monkeys to enjoy. This is a perfect picnic spot where you can enjoy the natural surroundings.

Harrison’s Caves: This is one of the most popular attractions in Barbados. There are a variety of walking and adventure tours available to explore these natural caves.

Bathsheba Beach: Located on the East Coast of Barbados, you can take pictures of dramatic rock formations or go surfing at Soup Bowl. It’s also a great spot for a beach lunch or kite flying.

Food in Barbados is a mix of various cultures like African and Portuguese, and is typically prepared with home grown spices, herbs and fresh ingredients. Here are some dishes you should try.

Fish Cakes: This is a popular dish usually made with white fish or salted cod that is battered and fried. You can find fish cakes at almost all local vendors and upscale restaurants.

Chicken Curry: The Barbados chicken curry gets its unique flavor from its signature seasoning mix. Best enjoyed with rice, but some locals also eat it with baked macaroni pie or flatbread.

Jug Jug: This is a seasonal dish made with pigeon peas, guinea cornflower, onions, and a mix of different meats and spices. It is often served around Christmas and on special occasions.

While the peak season in Barbados is December to April, the best time to travel depends on what activities you hope to enjoy.

December to April: In Barbados, this is the sunniest and driest part of the year. If you’re visiting during this season, you can attend the Barbados Reggae Festival, The Holetown Festival and Round Barbados Sailing Week.

May to June: The temperature at this time stays warm and comfortable, plus attending the GospelFest is a highlight of the season.

July to November: There can be sudden rains this time of year and the prices of hotels are discounted. Reef Bowl and Barbados Food and Rum Festival are the key events of the season along with Crop Over Festival.

No matter when you travel to Barbados, here are some essentials that you can’t forget to pack.

Waterproof Bags: These come in handy when you need to store wet clothes, or protect your phone or camera.

Beach Cover-Up: You’ll need one after a swim or any fun water activity to walk around or grab a quick bite at a nearby shack.

Bottle Protectors: You might want to take home a souvenir of local wine or rum for yourself or as a gift for others. A padded bottle protector ensures your expensive purchase reaches home safely.