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  • Trip Type
  • Five-Star Luxury
  • Length
  • 8 Days / 7 Nights
  • When to Go
  • November-June

    • Salt air & slow days; let your cares float away on a Bajan breeze

    Surrender to the slow rhythm of Barbados, where sun drenched days drift between turquoise waves and tropical gardens. This 7-night escape is a masterclass in island elegance, with private catamaran sails, rum soaked heritage tours, hands on cooking with local chefs, and candlelit dinners beneath the stars. Anchored at The Sandpiper, a refined hideaway on the Platinum Coast, this journey blends boutique luxury with soulful connection. Let time stretch, soften, and carry you away on a Bajan breeze.

    Trip Highlights

    • Boutique, five-star accommodations at the Sandpiper Hotel
    • Rich colonial & Jewish heritage in UNESCO World Heritage Site Bridgetown
    • Private sunset catamaran sail with champagne
    • Discover the island’s plantation past, with artisan rum tastings
    • Wander lush gardens & discover limestone caverns
    • Dine cliffside at Barbados’ most iconic restaurants
    • Unwind with a spa afternoon at the elegant Coral Reef Club
    • Pristine Caribbean beaches

    similar trips per person from:

    $4,200.00 low season (May - Oct)
    $5,550.00 high season (Nov - Apr)
    prices vary based on departure season.

    At a Glance

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    • Day 1: Platinum Coast - Arrival

      Arrive in Barbados and enjoy a private transfer to The Sandpiper, a serene five-star escape nestled on the island’s Platinum Coast. Ease into island time with a welcome cocktail at Harold’s Beach Bar, followed by a beachfront dinner at the resort’s celebrated restaurant.

    • Day 2: Platinum Coast - Historic Bridgetown & sunset sail

      Step into Barbados’ storied past on a private walking tour of Bridgetown, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Discover colonial landmarks, including the Nidhe Israel Synagogue. After a relaxed Bajan lunch, indulge in a private catamaran cruise with champagne, snorkeling with sea turtles, and a golden-hour sail along the coast.

    • Day 3: Platinum Coast - Culinary immersion; dive into Bajan culture with all of your senses

      Discover Barbados through its flavors during a hands-on cooking class with a local chef. Learn to craft traditional dishes like flying fish cutters and cou-cou, then enjoy the fruits of your labor over lunch. Spend the afternoon by the pool or beach, and end the evening with an elegant dinner at The Cliff.

    • Day 4: Platinum Coast - History, heritage & rum

      Travel back in time with a private tour of St. Nicholas Abbey, a lovingly preserved 17th-century plantation. Sip small-batch rum, stroll the verdant grounds, and enjoy a picnic lunch. Return to the coast for a rejuvenating spa treatment at Coral Reef Club, then cap the day with a casual dinner at a local rum shop.

    • Day 5: Platinum Coast - Island wonders & beachfront romance

      Venture underground at Harrison’s Cave and wander the lush, whimsical Hunte’s Gardens. After lunch at a garden café, enjoy a relaxed afternoon back at the beach. Tonight, savor a private beachfront dinner curated by The Sandpiper’s chef—an intimate starlit experience designed just for two.

    • Day 6: Platinum Coast - Leisure & local flavors

      Ease into the day with free time to enjoy the resort or explore Holetown’s boutiques. In the afternoon, head to Oistins Fish Fry (if Friday) for grilled seafood, live music, and a taste of local life. Dinner follows at Lonestar, a sleek oceanfront gem where style meets island flavor.

    • Day 7: Platinum Coast - Rest, relaxation, and a parting glimpse

      Savor a slow morning with breakfast on your terrace, then soak up final moments by the sea or in the resort’s serene pool. Browse Holetown’s boutiques for local treasures or wander the shoreline one last time. As the sun dips low, toast to your final evening with a relaxed dinner at Harold’s Bar, where the breeze carries the rhythm of farewell.

    • Day 8: Platinum Coast - Departure

      Savor one last breakfast on your terrace, then soak in the sea breeze or browse Holetown’s local crafts. Your private transfer returns you to the airport with memories of turquoise waters, golden sunsets, and the island’s warm embrace.

    Accommodations

    What's Included?

    Your trip includes everything you want & need, plus a few surprises along the way. Unique, unforgettable destinations; tours with local experts; authentic local cuisine; lessons, demonstrations & new cultural insights; more adventure than you can handle; blissful relaxation; romantic touches; and a feeling of total freedom. ROAM takes care of everything so that you can enjoy a hassle-free journey without worrying about a thing.

    • Airport pickup
    • All hotel accommodation
    • All breakfasts, 1 lunch, all dinners
    • Detailed maps and trip preparation guide
    • All special events and tours
    • All vehicle and regional air transportation from rendezvous to drop-off
    • All baggage transportation

    Know Before You Go

    • Itinerary prices are dependent on season of departure. Christmas, New Years and Easter (Semana Santa) are peak season, and prices during these periods are significantlky higher than other times of year. High season runs from November through April, and green season from May through September. We recommend avoiding peak hurricane season from July through October.

    • Arrival: hotel check-in times are at 3:00pm, but you may arrive at any time during the day. If you arrive prior to the scheduled check-in time, we will arrange for early check-in wherever possible.

    • Departure: hotel check-out times are at 10:00am. International flights on your departure day should be arranged to depart after 11:00 am.

    • All prices in USD.

    • For vaccination recommendations, please visit the CDC website and select your country of choice.

    • For American, Canadian, and British citizens, a valid passport with 6+ months remaining is required for entry to most Caribbean countries.

    • Debit cards may not work in the Caribbean, but most establishments accept major credit cards.

    • Please ensure you have immediate access to a minimum of USD $300 as an emergency fund to be used if circumstances outside our control (e.g. a natural disaster) require changes to your planned route.

    • It is customary to tip service providers (waiters) around 10% depending on service.

    • Gratuities for guides and drivers are deeply appreciated, and provide an important supplement to their income. If you are pleased with the tour services you've received, a guideline for tipping in the Caribbean is USD $10-20 per person per day for multiple-day tours, or USD $5-10 per person for day tours.

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    Getting There

    From North America: numerous airlines, including American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, and Caribbean Airlines, provide direct and connecting flights to various Caribbean islands, landing at major hubs like Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI) in Barbados, Sangster International Airport (MBJ) in Jamaica, Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) in the Dominican Republic, and Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport (SJU) in Puerto Rico. Direct flights from major U.S. cities (e.g., Miami, New York, Atlanta) typically take 2.5-5 hours, while flights from Canada (e.g., Toronto, Montreal) range from 4-7 hours, depending on the island and connection times.

    From the UK: direct flights to Caribbean islands such as Barbados, Jamaica, Antigua, and the Dominican Republic are available from London (Gatwick and Heathrow) and Manchester, operated by airlines like British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, and TUI Airways. Popular destinations include Barbados (BGI), Jamaica (MBJ), and Punta Cana (PUJ), with flight durations averaging 8-10 hours. For islands without direct flights (e.g., Dominica, St. Vincent), connections via Barbados or Antigua add 1-3 hours, making total travel time typically 10-14 hours.

    When you arrive in BZE, there will be an airport transfer waiting to take you to your first destination. If you have questions about flights, or require assistance booking, please contact us here. We're here to help!

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