December 1st, 2009 by eShop600

Prepare to indulge yourself in relaxation with a trip to Barbados, the picture-perfect destination brought to you by British Airways. Lap up the dazzling sunshine off the south coast white sanded beaches whilst listening to a gentle calypso beat sipping on local rum cocktail. Discover the true meaning of the word, ‘laid-back’, as this really is the life the inhabitants lead.

Barbados Caribbean British Airways Holidays cater for a whole range of interests, cheap flights and accommodation. Sightseers can choose to walk to the highest point, Mount Hillaby, to absorb breath-taking panoramic views of the island – don’t forget your camera to snap these unbelievable views! Travel around the majestic 18th-century intricate-designed buildings, and visit the Barbados Museum to capture a piece of culture and history of the island. Also, make sure you take a stroll along the quiet streets of Bridgetown, the island’s historic capital.

Barbados’ culture doesn’t just stop at the astounding buildings, but can be experienced in their local cuisine. African meets Indian food is what is in store for you, which means it is full of spices, vegetables, exotic fruit and mouth-watering flavours. Not surprising, being a Caribbean island, fish is also a staple diet here, so be sure to encounter the full package!

For the more adventurous explorers, the azure oceans await you! Dive off the West Coast to experience the vibrant, crystal-clear coral reefs. Discover endless types of fish and other aquatic sea-life, which really will leave you amazed. Or perhaps you’d prefer to stay on top of the water by surfing or body boarding along the rougher choppy Eastern Coast of the island? If you find that you do have energy left for the evening, enjoy the island’s clubs and bars, sure to entertain you! Whatever your decision, Barbados provides entertainment for all ages.

Local Information for Weybridge

Weybridge is a town in the County of Surrey, It is bounded to the north by the River Thames at the mouth of the River Wey after which it is named. The town was mentioned in the Domesday Book but up until the 16th century it was simply a river crossing.

In 1537, King Henry VIII built Oatlands Palace in Weybridge. It was here that he married Katherine Howard, his 4th wife. The Palace was demolished in 1650 and bricks from it were used to line the new Wey Navigation canal. The Oatlands Park Hotel now stands on the site of the Palace.

Until the arrival of the railway in 1838, Weybridge had remained as nothing more than village. Development began with the construction of large houses on St. George’s Hill and the present town began to take shape.

Weybridge Heath used to be home to many rare species of ants and birds. The heath became vastly overgrown but in recent years Surrey Wildlife Trust has been attempting to restore this valuable habitat.

Toshiba, Proctor and Gamble and Sony all have their UK headquarters in Weybridge and The Veterinary Laboratories Agency, one of the principal test centres for the Bird Flu virus, is located near Weybridge.