Reeds House - Luxury Accommodation, St. James, Barbados

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Arrival & Departure:

Arrival and Departure information must be completed on your Landing cards prior to passing through immigration. Please note that departure tax in the sum of BDS$25 per person will be required when departing Barbados.

Taxis:

Most taxis belong to a co-operative system, there are fixed fares for most journeys, but it is always advisable to establish the charge in advance.

Currency:

The local currency is the Barbados Dollar (BDS$) this can be purchased in the arrivals hall whilst waiting for your luggage. United States Dollars and most credit cards are accepted everywhere. Pounds Stirling is accepted in some shops, but the exchange rate is more favourable in banks.

Security:

Barbados is one of the most relaxed and friendly of the Caribbean islands but like all holiday destinations it always pays to be aware. There is a hotel-style digital safe in the apartment, please read the instructions carefully and ensure that the safe is left open on your departure. During the day the reception is staffed and during the evening a night-watchman is employed for added piece of mind.

Insurance:

When booking your holiday, we cannot stress the importance of obtaining adequate holiday travel insurance and you should ensure that you are covered for curtailment, medical expenses and theft amongst other things.

The Owner and their insurance company cannot be held responsible for any loss or damage to the Clients property during their stay at Reeds House.

Power Supply:

The power supply is 110 volts, there is a hairdryer for your use and a shaver/toothbrush socket in the bathroom. The sockets are American style 2 pin and most travel plugs have the correct adaptor.

Drinking Water:

The water supply in Barbados is safe to drink and of extremely good quality.

Climate:

Barbados is warm and sunny all year round, approximate daytime temperatures are from 79-86 degrees Fahrenheit, 26-30 degrees Centigrade and the nights are a little cooler. Total sunshine for the year is around 3000 hours, but tropical showers, which tend to be short and sharp do occur throughout the year.

What to wear:

Generally, Barbados is casual, the evenings are warm and you will find cotton garments the coolest, you will not need long sleeves. The dress code varies, most restaurants prefer their guests to be elegantly casual, which actually means no shorts or jeans during dinner. During the winter months, December to April, you may find that some hotel restaurants are a little more formal.