Whether you want to feast your eyes on thrilling cricket, polo and road tennis matches, or dive into the action yourself with some surfing or scuba diving, Barbados is the top destination for a sporty break. With a diverse range of events and activities to choose from, you can also unwind with a round of golf or a sun-kissed yoga class, before relaxing on the island’s beautiful beaches.
What’s more, this year you can enjoy discounts of up to 65 per cent on select Barbados hotels and an array of unforgettable attractions and experiences. Visitors can also make the most of the vibrant culinary scene, with curated specials and exclusive menu offers at participating restaurants. Making your Bajan getaway even more special.Here we round up just some of the sporting events and activities you can enjoy while you’re there…
Cricket
As an island that nurtured a wealth of cricket stars, including Sir Garfield Sobers, Malcolm Marshall and Sir Clyde Walcott, Barbados lives and breathes the sport. One of the international capitals of cricket, the island puts on a match like no other. Music, dancing, drinking and delicious food add to the atmosphere at the celebrated Kensington Oval, where you can take in an international Test Match or a One-Day match – or look out for friendly matches on the island’s beautiful beaches, which are just as passionate and fun!
Polo
Played in Barbados since 1884, polo is extremely popular, and nearly a century and a half later has grown by leaps and bounds. You need to make time for polo since matches here are epic, day-long events. You can start with a relaxed and delicious high tea, then watch the game with a glass of champagne, followed by dinner, drinks and post-match dancing. What a day – you might even spot a celebrity or two!
Horse-racing
With street food, parades, picnics and partying, a day at the races in Barbados is an unforgettable experience the whole family will enjoy. So head to the historic Garrison Savannah, which is one of the oldest horse racing tracks in the Americas and part of the UNESCO World Heritage site. Highlights on the racing calendar include The Banks Guineas and the Midsummer Creole Classic, but the pinnacle is the Sandy Lane Gold Cup, held in March. The event runs over a turf course of 1,800 metres (8.95 furlongs), and is one of the most prestigious in the…
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