Your Barbados holiday only spans so many days and there is so much to do, from absolutely nothing to dancing until the wee hours at Harbour Lights on the beach. However, one activity takes center stage. It's the must-do activity in your Barbados vacation: a catamaran cruise. Why does it rank #1? Let me count the ways:1. You get to swim with Barbados' magnificent giant sea turtles in the clear blue Caribbean Sea. Nothing beats communing up close & personal with these beautiful, gentle, ancient creatures.
2. It's a fabulous way to see the west coast of the island. The cats take you to prime snorkeling areas to see coral, shipwrecks, the turtles, and stunning white beaches.
3. It's a full day but not a long day. You leave around 10 a.m. and return around 2:30 or 3. Libations flow, you relax, you swim, you snorkel in the pristine Caribbean Sea. It's pretty much a perfect Caribbean day.
4. It's fun and yet not a "booze cruise" or party boat (unless you book it privately - then it can be pretty much anything you want). It's a great time for grandparents, families, and couples.
5. The boat has plenty of shade - or you can lie out in the sun, your choice.
6. The crews working on the boats are first-rate: friendly, helpful, engaging, and highly professional.
7. Lunch is fabulous! By the time you are served lunch, you're relaxed, friendly with other passengers, and hungry from snorkeling. Lunch is a Bajan feast, so eat up!
8. You won't get seasick. With the very wide double-hull, catamarans are very stable in the water. Plus, the Caribbean Sea is very calm. I'm prone to seasickness but have never been bothered by it on a catamaran cruise in Barbados.
9. Everything you need is supplied. Wear your swimsuit and bring a towel and sunscreen. You'll be leaving your shoes behind; only bare feet are allowed on board (unless you have a medical reason for needing shoes).
Barbados Catamaran Cruises: Safety First But Fun's a Close Second
I've never heard a bad thing about any of the catamaran companies in Barbados, but when asked for my personal recommendation, I mention Tiami because I've been on numerous cat cruises with them and each time the experience has been remarkable.
The crews on the boats are highly trained in safety and very kind. My aunt Shirley, who's 80, has a bad foot; our Tiami captain told Shirley she was his girlfriend for the day and throughout the cruise he took special notice of her. Even though she was unable to get into the water, my aunt had a fabulous time. I wasn't sure if her very good time was due to the glorious scenery along the west coast of Barbados, the gorgeous sea turtles she saw in the water -- or the personalized attention she received.
Booking a catamaran cruise is the number-one recommendation I have for anyone visiting beautiful Barbados. Happy sailing!
About the Author
Get the real scoop on Barbados by visiting Jane Shattuck's blog at http://OneLoveBarbados.com For casually elegant beachfront Barbados vacation rentals, please check her site, http://BarbadosBeachVacationRentals.com Ms. Shattuck is an American living in Barbados, married to a Barbadian, and building a vacation rental business and a life in her new home.
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