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Miami Beach Barbados
, Oistins
Cool off at Miami Beach Barbados, a small, peaceful stretch of sand that draws a big local crowd on weekends. Lounge on the beach and swim in

Mount Gay Visitor Centre
, Bridgetown
If you're interested in rum and history, then don't miss the chance to visit Mount Gay Visitor Centre and learn about the oldest brand of rum

Carlisle Bay
, Bridgetown
Swim and snorkel at Carlisle Bay, a picturesque, natural harbor in Bridgetown. Crescent-shaped and sheltered, the bay is named after Earl of

Dover Beach
, St. Lawrence Gap
Find a spot on the wide and picturesque Dover Beach and relax in the pleasant atmosphere. You’ll find plenty of shade under the trees, with p
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Oistins
Oistins, is a coastal area located in the country of Barbados. Situated in the southern portion of the parish of Christ Church, Oistins operates mostly as a fishing village and a tourist hang out, and is the location of the Anglican parish church for Christ Church. Oistins is also home to the former Christ Church hospital, the former Barbados Coast Guard station, and the offshore landing for ships delivering fossils fuels to the island. Oistins also contains bars and shopping centers.It is thought that the name "Oistins" is a corruption of "Austin's". Austin was an early landowner in this area, described by Richard Ligon, one of the first historians of Barbados, as "a wild, mad, drunken fellow whose lewd and extravagant carriage made him infamous in the island".The name Oistin is known from the annals of Irish and Scottish history. It is probably a Gaelification of the Norse name Thorstein. The name Oistin is still used in Ireland today.A tradition has recently developed for tourists in Oistins to join in with locals at the Friday night Fish Fry and "lime", which sees many stalls selling fried fish meals and local craft, all to the accompaniment of loud music, while older inhabitants practice more traditional 'old time' dancing. The area is fairly close to many of the south coast hotels in Barbados and has several very attractive beaches, for example Miami Beach. Use our Barbados road trip planning app to arrange the hows, wheres, and whens of your trip to Oistins.
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BEST FOR: Beach, Bar / Club, Jazz Bar
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BEST FOR: Bar / Club, Surfing / Windsurfing / Kitesurfing, Gift & Specialty Shop
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