The population of Barbados is estimated to be 254,000. Our Caribbean Sailing Resources page includes lists of upcoming regattas, boat charter information and links to other sailing related sites. The area code is 246, followed by a 7 digit local number. Barbados has a reliable bus system that reaches almost every part of the island. Call the Barbados Tourism Authority for bus schedules.
Taxis are plentiful and run on fixed rates.
The best bet is to take a taxi to your hotel and have your rental car delivered there since delivery to the airport is often slow. Please keep in mind that you must drive on the left . Weather Barbados has a moderate tropical climate which tends to be more dry than some of it's neighboring islands. The average temperature is between 70 to 88 degrees year round. Please visit our Caribbean Weather Page for the latest forecasts and weather news.