We are different. The furthest east of the islands, we always kind of stick out. But seriously, Barbados is the easternmost of the Caribbean islands, situated at Longitude 13.2 North, and Latitude 59.4 East. Offering just about perfect, if sometimes too hot, weather all year round - over 3, 000 hours of sunshine a year! Divided into eleven parishes, Barbados also offers a myriad of geographical experiences, from the rolling hills and rough seas of the East coast to the flat, calm and somewhat lucid West coast.

Climate:

We've got a perfect climate!Being a tropical paradise the weather is just about the same all year round: perfect. Our average temperature is between 24 and 30 degrees Celsius, and we get just enough rain to keep the island looking green and beautiful. February and March are traditionally our driest months Rainfall is more frequent in the Wet Season (June to October) when afternoon showers are more common. This rainfall occasionally helps to keep the partiers cool as they jump up on Kadooment day

Beaches:

Beaches are what we are known for, and there is a good reason for that! Barbados has everything you could want in a beach. From the East Coast where swimming is not recommended and the International Surfing and Wind Surfing Competitions are held, to the golden West Coast, with its almost lake-like waters and dazzling sunsets. The water is always warm, and whether you want to watch the marine wildlife in action or just get wet and have fun we've got the place for you! There are about seven ships sunk at various places around the island, offering spectacular diving sites. Most of the ships were sunk on the West Coast, though two are on the South. For those less inclined to diving and getting wet Glass Bottom Boats and the Atlantic Submarine and Sea-Trek offer different ways to view the underwater splendor.

Sights To See:

The Barbados National Trust has, over the years, taken under its wings several places of interest in Barbados, from the stately, and rich with history mansion of Tyrol Cot, to the explosively beautiful Andromeda Gardens on the east coast.
The National Trust was founded in 1961 to preserve the heritage of our island, whether that heritage be our historic buildings or places of natural beauty.
The National Trust administers nine (9) properties, some of which are listed below. Click on them for a brief description and a picture of the property: