A Bus Stop Named Heidi!

When you follow my path. And come to visit the island of Barbados. All you have to do. To find my favorite beach located on the west coast. Is to find the bus stop, named Heidi! You are reading this post correct! I know what you must be thinking. But you are wrong! I haven't just over indulged enjoying my favorite alcoholic beverage. In fact so far today. I have been the perfect teetotaler. That may change very soon however. I have just finished my dinner. I very well may. Enjoy a shot of Grand Marnier for my desert!

The facts are. That all of the bus stops located here on the island of Barbados. Are named after ladies. So after you have arrived in Holetown. The second stop on the way of out town will be Hedi. Get off the bus. Walk down the access path to Settler's Beach, and enjoy!
Also don't forget to give Heidi my best regards!

Explore Bridgetown

I have made it to the second last day of this adventure. The last 2 days will be spent in two places. My favorite beach in the morning. Then I will sail down to the Barbados capital, by bus. To enjoy the sights and sounds of Bridgetown. And to spend some time in the Barbados Sun!

My plans did not take any skids. Then went perfectly. The day was enjoyed!
After a filling breakfast. I went to visit Settler's Beach. Every experience has been enjoy to the max. On my favorite stretch of sand. Located on the west coast of Barbados. I also met again. The friendly fellow traveler from Montreal. After enjoying some friendly conversation with Rosaire. It was time to take the plunge back into the Caribbean Sea!

When I was finished with the beach. I headed south back to Fitts Village for my lunch. Fitts Village offers washrooms and a outdoor freshwater shower. So I took advantage of that and washed all the salt off of me and my cloths. I have been wearing synthetic shirts and shorts during this trip. Which dry quickly in 85 degree weather, and being out in the Bajan Sun.

There is a good restaurant located in the Jordan's Supermarket plaza. Again the food was very good and cheap. I enjoyed; a piece of roasted chicken, rice, mixed vegetables, and salad. The cost $16 BD or $8 U.S.D. Then is was down to Bridgetown!

My walking tour was very good and enjoyed. I wish I could of been on a guided walking tour. I tried to make that happen. But no luck arranging that. I walked through the very busy shopping district. I enjoyed some soft served soy ice-cream. I had banana ripple flavor and it was very good!

Then I found the historic Parliament building. There is a museum located there. But I opted to do the museum tomorrow. Also I hope to pay my respects to my Jewish Heritage. There is a historic synagogue that is worth visiting. That is located in downtown Bridgetown.

My tour lead me into Queens Park. Which is spacious and well decorated with all types of rare and exotic trees. The prized tree located in the park. Is the Baobab Tree which is over 1000 years old. This species is native to Africa. It is believed that a seed floated through the ocean to finally wash up onto Barbados. Where the tree has lived and enjoyed it's life living on this exotic island. This tree is 90 feet high, and has a width of over 80 feet. The fruit that this tree produces and is very high in antioxidants and vitamin C. No wonder this tree is called to "The Tree of Life".

From there I made it to Independence Square. Where I took more time to relax, and to reflex on what a great vacation I have enjoyed visiting Barbados. Located in this square is a great statue of Errol Barrow. The late and great leader of Barbados. Who gained full independence for Barbados from England in 1966. Sadly great statesmen and leaders are just a part of history now. The leaders of today are more interested in reaching celebrity status. And answering to and fulfilling the will of major corporations. Rather then trying to lead there fellow citizens into a better and more stable society.

I then walked across the historic swing bridge. Then along the boardwalk located along the little harbor in the downtown area. Then I meandered back to the main bus station. Then bused back to Fitts Village to get ready for my final day of this trip.

The Barbados Steps

Here are some accurate pictures of the steps. That had to be transversed. In order to reach the main road. Running up and down the west coast of Barbados. Because of the length of the steps. Because they are not illuminated at night. Also for safety reasons. It was not advised to use these steps after night fall.
But a great view of the west coast of Barbados and the Caribbean Sea. Was the reward for staying at the Winchelsea Guest House.

Walking time from the Winchelsea Guest House to the main road. Or the return trip. Takes about 10 minutes.

The top photo is from the main road. Looking up at the Winchelsea Guest House.

No Food on Sunday!

After the very active day yesterday. I just enjoyed an excellent day here in Barbados! Just the way your suppose to. When on a Caribbean holiday. No deadlines, no work, no pressure, no aggravation, and no stress! Just relax by the sea! Have a swim and take it all in!!! After me relaxation on my favorite beach. Which is named "Settler's Beach". This pristine beach is located in Holetown. I then went searching for some lunch. I went to Speightstown and attempted to have lunch at the "Fisherman's Pub". However it was closed. Lucky for me the bakery was opened. So I purchased two of there delicious pastries. I then headed south back towards the Parrish of St. James. Looking for somewhere to eat. I jumped off the bus when I arrived at Payne's Bay. I stopped in a local Chinese Restaurant. They were open for business. But no one was there to take my food order. Just some locals drinking and watching a football match in progress. I didn't like the vibes in the place. So I made like a banana and decided to split! I walked from Payne's Bay back to my Barbados's home which is Fitt's Village. Again everything in the Jordan's Supermarket Plaza was closed. No food on Sunday for me. But lucky for me. I did have some nourishment with me to enjoy. I had a bag of potato straws. That I had brought with me from home, on the trip. That was the main course. For desert I enjoyed a coconut pastry recently purchased from the bakery in Speightstown. I now had the required energy to make the climb up the "Barbados' Stairs". To get back to Winchelsea Guest House. Fellow guests; Heather and Brian were in the kitchen when I arrived. Heather and just finished cooking her dinner. Heather was nice enough to let me sample the peas and rice dish she had just made. So just be aware fellow travelers. That a lot of Barbados business close down on Sunday. So you won't have to go without food on Sunday. I did put together some more great pictures of Settler's Beach located in Holetown. My favorite beach to swim on the island of Barbados. I am making my last road dinner for this trip, tonight. I am making a "Road Beef Stew". I will post a picture later how it turned out.