Barbados (Barbados)

Is a independent political entity in the continent of North America.

Its center lies at a latitude of 13.16667 and longitude of -59.53333.

Barbados also goes by the names, Baarbadoos, Barbada, Barbadas, Barbade, Barbadeaen, Barbadeän, Barbado, Barbadoes, Barbados, Barbadosa, Barbadosas, Barbadosi, Barbadós, Barbàdos, Barbâda, Barbåde, Bác-ba-đốt, Colony of Barbados, Mparmpantos,

The prodominant languages spoken are en-BB (English) and its currency is the Dollar (BBD), currently exchanging at 1 Barbadian Dollar = 0.31593 British Pound Sterling 1 Barbadian Dollar = 0.5 US Dollar .

Barbados currently has a population of 285700 (estimate).

Regions within Barbados

Largest Cities within Barbados

Travel Advice Summary from British Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO)

Country: Barbados

Published: Thu, 29 Mar 2012 15:15:00 GMT

Travel Summary

Barbados is a popular destination for British holidaymakers with some 175,000 visiting the island in 2010. Most visits are trouble-free although serious crime against visitors can occur at any time. There have been cases of armed robbery, muggings and sexual assaults against tourists including British nationals. See Safety and Security - Crime.

95 British nationals required consular assistance in Barbados in the period 01 April 2010 - 31 March 2011. See General - Consular Assistance Statistics.

The hurricane season in Barbados normally runs from June to November. See Natural Disasters - Hurricanes.

There is a low threat from terrorism. However, you should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate terrorist attacks which could be in public areas, including those frequented by expatriates and foreign travellers.

You should obtain comprehensive travel and medical insurance before travelling. See General - Insurance.