Holidays in Barbados

Find your paradise in Barbados

A tropical paradise bursting with vibrant scenery, a joyful vibe and warm, friendly people, it's easy to see why visitors return to Barbados time and time again. 

London Heathrow to Barbados from £864pp

 

Beaches for days. Smiles for miles. So kick off your shoes and let your hair down on this gem of an island. Barbados has it all. The only thing missing is you.


Visit Barbados in 2025 from £923pp

 

Guarantee the hotel you want and get early access to a choice of Virgin Atlantic flights. You can also spread the cost of your holiday with Direct Debit payments.

We fly to Barbados daily

9 hour flight
M T W T F S S
Direct from London Heathrow
Direct from Manchester
27th October 2024 - 12th January 2025
Direct from Manchester
13th January 2025 - 2nd March 2025
Direct from Manchester
3rd March 2025 - 29th March 2025

Please note: from 27th October 2024 - 27th March 2025 Barbados will have double daily direct flights from London Heathrow.

Pick your perfect month

Visit Barbados and fall in love with Caribbean island life. Discover beautiful white-sand beaches, a cosmopolitan and historical vibe, plenty of rum and sunshine and island music wherever you go.

Book today and receive our exclusive flight savings of £60 per adult and £45 per child when you book your Caribbean holiday with a Virgin Atlantic flight.

That's a saving of £210 per family of 4. So, which island is right for you?!

Valid for departure dates within a lead time of 331 days. T&C's apply.

Be at one with Barbados

Barbados is famous for its stunning beaches, but there is so much more to this island. You can try your hand at kitesurfing or catamaran sailing, dance the night away in the annual Crop Over festival or even hike the sugar cane fields and tropical forests of the island's interior.

Hotels in Barbados

Retrieving our hand picked hotels...

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Experience Barbados with Elegant

Crystal Cove Elegant Hotel (2)

Elegant Hotels

A style to suite every taste. Elegant Hotels offers a versatile mix of award-winning luxury resorts throughout the islands of the Caribbean. Choose from an array of themed holidays from premium all-inclusive to spa & wellness, or adults-only. 

 

Turtle Beach by Elegant Hotels, Barbados

Turtle Beach

Children are really well catered for with their own pool, organised activities and a complimentary kids' club for ages 3-12. 

Holidays from £1624pp
Crystal Cove

Crystal Cove

Enjoy a vibrant, all-inclusive resort offering a blend of relaxation and adventure, ideal for families and couples.

Holidays from £1662pp
Waves Hotel & Spa

Waves Hotel & Spa

Treat yourself to an All-Inclusive wellness resort that focuses on holistic experiences, including spa treatments and healthy dining.

Holidays from £1947pp

Essential information for Barbados

Local time
+ 19hrs
Currently
Language
Flag of Barbados
English
Currency
Barbados Dollar BBD
Official currency of Barbados
Flight information
9h
Barbados (BGI)
Direct flight
Good to know
Barbados has a Tourism Fee on accommodation (typically 2.5% of the nightly rate) that hotels charge at check-out.

Do I need a visa?

British passport holders don’t need a visa to visit Barbados.

Find out more about Travel Visas here »

Barbados

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Inflight entertainment

Browse the 1,000+ hours of content made up of the hottest Hollywood films, latest chart toppers, and a selection of hidden gems. Enjoy with complimentary drinks, snacks and a choice of tasty meal options.

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Extras and upgrades

We offer lots of little extras to help you start your holiday like a VIP. From premium airport lounge options, to meet and greet parking to Duty Free pre-orders, we're here to deliver a truly personal flying experience. Extra charges may apply.

Treat yourself

Save £60 per adult and £45 per child on new package holiday bookings including Virgin Atlantic flights and accommodation to Orlando, Miami, Tampa, Antigua, Barbados, Jamaica, St Lucia, Turks & Caicos, Grenada, Bahamas Nassau and St Vincent & the Grenadines, booked by telephone, via retail home team or online from 09:00 Friday 15th March 2024, for all travel dates within a lead time of 331 days prior to departure. Saving applies to the total cost of the holiday, excluding taxes, APD, surcharges, and other compulsory charges which may apply at the time of booking. Virgin Atlantic Holidays reserves the right to amend or remove this discount at any time without notice

Bookings are subject to availability and Virgin Holidays full terms and conditions apply https//www.virginholidays.co.uk/important/terms-and-conditions. When booking by telephone, in-store or via retail home team, a non-refundable booking fee applies. Saving cannot be used in conjunction with any other special offer, promotion, or discount including the Frequent Virgin Club, Virgin Atlantic Flying Club. Calls cost no more than calls to UK geographical numbers (01 or 02). ATOL protected (2358) and ABTA (V2043).