Barbados is an island country in the Caribbean Sea with developed tourism and financial sectors. Known for its high standard of living, literacy, and a record number of centenarians. It has a tropical climate with a dry season from January to June.
SIM from Digicel or Flow costs $15-25 for 5-15GB. Small island - excellent coverage everywhere.
US-style Type A and B plugs. Voltage 115V, 50Hz. Slightly different from US standard
No railways. Transport Board is the state bus service, received 30 electric buses from China in April 2025 (89 total - largest fleet in Caribbean). ZR vans (yellow minibuses) are private carriers. Small island - can be circled in 2 hours.
Tipping is common in Barbados. 10-15% service charge often added - double-check your bill.