Barbados has a well-earned reputation of being an immensely satisfying holiday destination, going far beyond the usual prerequisites of a tropical beach holiday.

Visitors are encouraged to scratch the surface and discover the refreshing mix that lies beneath. Whether its serenity or excitement you seek, Barbados offers an almost unbeatable range of holiday activities and sightseeing trips to fill your days.

There are many activities for you to undertake, choose a section from the options in the left margin to discover what's on offer.

The dazzling waters of the Caribbean Sea, along with the gentle south-easterly trade winds, have been beckoning would-be sailors for centuries.

With over 70 miles of pollution free coastline and warm, azure blue waters, Barbados offers excellent conditions for sailing and a huge crewed fleet from which to choose.

The variety of cruises on offer is wide and the call is yours, from the sleek luxurious mega-catamarans to the smaller more intimate mono-hulls and the wild “party-your-face-off” fun cruises.

Whether it’s a lunchtime snorkeling cruise and a swim with the sea turtles or a champagne cruise at sunset, there are few experiences that will linger in the memory of holiday makers like an exhilarating cruise along the picturesque coastline of the island.

Watersports including water-skiing, jet ski rides, banana boat rides are readily available and operators will be pleased to pick you up at Reeds Beach.

The pristine waters off-shore possess treasures that only a diving mask and a scuba tank can reveal.

So take the plunge, the scuba courses offered are designed to get you diving the same day! If you prefer to stay dry, you can explore the ocean floor in a real submarine, or enjoy the thrill of hooking the big one that didn’t get away.

The Kensington Oval near Bridgetown is home to Barbados’ national cricket team which often stages the exciting world series. The Garrison Savannah Turf Club offers an enjoyable and often lively day out at the races. The polo ridge at Holders Hill stages polo matches with visiting teams from all over the world.

If you are yearning for a little adventure, take a helicopter tour, a jeep safari or try parasailing. If you prefer to paddle your own canoe, you can take pleasure in the peace a tranquility of a coastal kayak tour.

Barbados is home to a number of golf courses, the exclusive Sandy Lane Course 9 hole course designed by Tom Fazio and the fabulous Royal Westmoreland 18 hole Course designed by Robert Trent Jones, The Barbados Golf Club which is Barbados’ first PGA sanctioned championship golf course and the Club Rockley Course, designed for fun.

Public tennis courts are located ten minutes away from Reeds House and booking is advisable.