The Unspoilt Beauty of St. Lucy, Barbados

The north of the island is one of the more undeveloped parts of Barbados. St. Lucy is our most northern parish (they’re 11 in total) and does not feature any hotels or much by way of big business. This makes it one of the most authentic stops on an island tour in your hired car. The rugged beauty of this flat parish allows for stunning vistas, especially at sunrise and sunset which can both be viewed over the mighty Atlantic Ocean, as there are both eastern and western coastlines. Some say that this is the crown of the island.

 We Gatherin’ Barbados 2020 highlights this part of the island this month and is bringing an enhanced focus and activity to the area. There’s a Food & Rum Festival Barbados pop-up this weekend, special church services, cookouts and fish fries, and even some sanctioned drag racing. There’s so much to see and do this month, so stay tuned. It is definitely worth getting a rental car for your visit to make the frequent trips required to really take in the splendor of St. Lucy.

Driving up to the north is one of the longer drives you’ll likely take on your vacation, so a nice air-conditioned hired car may be your speed, or you can take it in in one of our open Kia Mokes with the roof off. There are stunning photo opportunities in areas like Cove Bay, Middle Bay, Cuckold Point, the old Harrison Point Lighthouse, the former US naval base. Make the drive up in your rental and make a day of it each time, taking in the authentic Bajan dishes from a plethora of rum shops along the way. Make your Barbados experience authentic in one of the true outposts of the island. Book your rental car today. Remember, there’s no winter in Barbados!