TUI Nordic Service Touches Down in Barbados A contingent of 280 northern European travelers is now on the island following the inaugural TUI Nordic flight between Stockholm, Sweden, and Barbados. Speaking at the inaugural ceremony hosted in the Grace Adams Suite at the Grantley Adams International Airport this past Wednesday, Minister of Tourism, Richard Sealy,

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Heywoods Beach is located on the west coast of the island, in the parish of St. Peter. Like all of the west coast beaches, it enjoys calm waters and golden sand. Things to Do There is a small executive golf course right on the beach. The beach is nestled between the two exclusive resorts: Almond

Barbados to boost renewable energy use, reduce fossil fuel dependence with IDB help Barbados to boost renewable energy use, reduce fossil fuel dependence with IDB help Washington -- Sept. 16, 2010 -- Barbados will boost its use of renewable energy sources and reduce its reliance on fossil fuels with assistance from a US$45 million loan

14 000 More Stay-Over Visitors in Barbados than Last Year Stay-over visitor arrivals in Barbados for the period January to August 2010 increased by 4.1% on the comparable period last year 2009. According to figures from the Barbados Statistical Service, 365,221 visitors had arrived on these shores as of August 31, which represents an increase

150 Million for Barbados Queen Elizabeth Hospital The new Barbados government has announced plans to spend an extra 40 million dollars on improving the state-run Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) in the financial year starting April 1st, 2008. In all, a total of $150 million has been allocated to improving health care at the 44-year-old QEH.

Bajan Style Lentil Stew is a delicious meatless alternative. It can be used alone, on top of rice, baked potatoes, pasta, toast, or crackers. Ingredients You will need the following ingredients: 1 ¼ cup small uncooked lentils or 2 cans cooked lentils 4 Stalks celery Pumpkin Carrots Onion Garlic English potato (optional) Sweet Potato (optional)

Sorrel is a popular drink made from the seasonal sorrel plant. Originating in West Africa, this Caribbean beverage is a favorite around Christmas time. It can be made from the fresh or dried sorrel plant. This delicious drink can be enjoyed on its own or mixed with rum, vodka, etc. Ingredients You will need the

Jug Jug is a tasty dish, usually served around Christmas as a side dish at lunch or dinner. It is believed Jug Jug originated from the Scottish dish haggis, which was introduced in Barbados by the Scots who were exiled in Barbados after the Monmouth Rebellion of 1685. Ingredients 3 cans of pigeon peas 1/2

The Hastings area is one of the busier areas of Barbados outside of the major towns. Therefore, hotels, vacation homes, restaurants, boutiques, and all types of shops are within walking distance and are mostly located on the beach. Things to Do The promenade has a bandstand, a children's play area, toilets, showers, benches, and picnic