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Barbados – our favourite Caribbean island by Clare Dudley
I am sure that by now you all know that Barbados is one of our favourite Caribbean islands. Beautiful beaches, diverse countryside, clear blue seas, gorgeous accommodation, shopping at its best and eating out is a true experience wherever you are on the island. Many of you are like us and have returned to Barbados several times. We thought our little guide on where to eat when on holiday might appeal, so here we go.
If you are travelling in high season – in particular any school holiday dates, Easter, Christmas etc. then please always book in advance as these restaurants get booked up very early.
Please note that all the information provided was correct at time of writing the below, things can change so always best to check opening times etc. with the restaurants direct.
Enjoy our thoughts....
CHAMPERS
Champers is one of the leading restaurants on the South Coast with a solid reputation for consistently good food and value for money. It offers romantic waterside dining with vibrant Caribbean design and atmosphere, and a panoramic ocean view.
Specialties: Caribbean, International and Seafood
Open: Monday-Sunday for lunch and dinner
CIN CIN
Cin Cin is a refreshingly contemporary and elegant restaurant. The open terrace is perfect for ‘al fresco’ ocean side dining at night and the air-conditioned inner restaurant, with an expansive glass wall still allowing uninterrupted views of the sea, is a delightfully cool location for enjoying lunch. The trendy bar lounge area, which is also air-conditioned, is perfect for sipping cocktails or enjoying a light bite.
Specialties: International and Seafood
Open: Monday-Sunday for lunch and dinner
DAPHNE’S
This glamorous and tastefully decorated restaurant features a menu inspired by the classic Italian style of living and eating. Each dish is beautifully prepared, focusing on the fresh quality ingredients. Excellent wines have been carefully selected from top producers in Italy, France and other regions of the world.
Specialties: Modern Italian
Open: Monday-Sunday for lunch and dinner
LONE STAR
Enticing Mediterranean, Caribbean and Modern European dishes are prepared by a creative team of European and English trained chefs. Only the freshest high-quality ingredients are used. Come and enjoy this exclusive beach restaurant where casual meets chic in our oceanfront alfresco dining area
Specialties: Caribbean, European and Mediterranean
Open: Monday- Sunday for lunch and dinner
SCARLET
Scarlet is different. This fresh new kid on the night spot block has proven that it is possible to be really hot and totally cool at the same time. Instantly popular from the time that Sophie and Stephane first open the doors to their chic and innovative Restaurant & Martini Bar. The mood is fun, the décor is stylish, the service is great and the delicious and affordable food will make you go back for more
Specialties: Asian, Contemporary Caribbean and Fusion
Open: Tuesday-Sunday for dinner
Get in touch with Clare if you would like to know more on this fabulous island. 01954 232802
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Destination Hotspot - Have you been?
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BURMA
Discover one of the world's least-explored destinations, Myanmar, which has been left untouched by visitors for a generation. Feel the warmth and grace of the inquisitive locals, see the fading British colonial legacy blending with the predominantly Buddhist culture and taste the intoxicating combination of flavours from surrounding influences.
One of our favourites from our friends at APT is the Majestic Burma And Inle Lake
20 DAYS From £5495pp
Discover Inle Lake.Take in the lake's stunning floating gardens and see the ingenious one-legged rowing technique used by local fishermen
Explore Temple Town. Discover Bagan's famous golden-topped temples, stopping to appreciate the region's oldest monument, Shwezigon Pagoda
Sacred Sights. Visit Mahamuni Buddha Temple and add a sheet of gold leaf to the statue of the Mahamuni Buddha
Want to know more about what Burma has to offer?
Explore our top tips for Burma on our website
HERE
Or call our team for our personal experience and advice.
01954 232802
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Its always nice to hear from you!
We like to think here at Ponders we always do our best for each and every one of our clients so when we get a little thank you in return it really does bring a smile to our face..
Our lovely Zoltan has had a few really thoughtful emails recently ( Well you would expect nothing less from our Highly Commended Cruise Consultant of the year!)
But a special mention this month goes to Millie, who is still relatively new to the team, yet has inherited with a natural ease the Ponders ethos of great customer care. Here is a snippet from a group of clients who think so too and have just returned from a successful cruise and stay in the Caribbean with Royal Caribbean
"Preparations for the holiday were smooth. Contact with Ponders was easy and all members were encouraged to phone for clarification if needed. ESTA’s, ePassports and advance information were gathered and processed as required. Particular praise goes to Millie of Ponders who is friendly, informative and helpful. Many members have commented on how efficient and approachable Millie has been in dealing with any requests prior to the holiday"
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Did you know?
Children get half price luggage with Ryanair if they book 15kg to travel with. A handy piece of information from our Manager Rebecca this week.
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Are you celebrating a Wedding Anniversary?
If you are planning on celebrating your wedding anniversary onboard Croisi Europe river cruises from 3 - 13 days then the wife receives a discount on the cruise for each 10 years of marriage. Ex: 10, 20, 30 ... years of marriage = 10, 20, 30% ... off.
See it does pay to be married 
The latter is only valid for the year of the anniversary and applicable upon presentation of the marriage certificate or family register. This discount is only valid on the cruise fare, excluding surcharges and delivery costs, cannot be combined with any other offer. These reductions do not apply neither to products of the brand CroisiMer or CroisiVoyages.
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Have you been watching? Channel 5's series of cruising with Jane Mc donald is proving a huge success.
This Friday focuses on River Cruising (A particular favourite of ours) along the River Danube onboard the Luxurious S.S. Maria Theresa
Why not take advantage of Uniworlds Best Offer Yet (Top tip it expires on 28th Feb 2017 so hurry)
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ponder
- think about (something) carefully, especially before making a decision or reaching a conclusion.
"I pondered the question of what clothes to wear for the occasion"
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think about, give thought to, consider, review, reflect on, mull over, contemplate, study, meditate on, muse on, deliberate about, cogitate on, dwell on, brood on/over, ruminate about/on, chew over, puzzle over, speculate about, weigh up, turn over in one's mind;
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When it comes to a holiday we understand a lot of factors contribute to where you decide to go/what to do even how to get there.. One of those factors is YOU. Travellers recommendations, top tips, must do's, places to see and places to stay are invaluable sources of information for fellow travellers. So we are shouting out to you all.. Jot us an email, send us a picture of something you think is worth sharing from anywhere around the world and we will try and feature them in our Newsletter. Consider it your forum to share tried & tested, news & views with other fellow travellers.
We recently had a recommendation from a client who had returned from Burma and stayed in these two hotels:
Golden Island Cottages, Myanmar and You might also like to know of: Mount Popa Mountain Resort, Popa Taung Kalat. An almost perfect boutique hotel....probably the most expensive hotel we stayed at!
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01954 232802 | sales@ponderstravel.co.uk | www.ponderstravel.co.uk
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