Cappuccino | USD 4.17 |
Apartment (1 bedroom) outside of centre | USD 525.00 |
Chicken breasts at the market | USD 10.64 |
Eggs (12) | USD 3.53 |
Lettuce | USD 2.56 |
Apartment (3 bedrooms) outside of centre | USD 1 200.00 |
Coke bottle | USD 1.47 |
Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 31.25 |
Potato (1kg) | USD 1.96 |
Mid-range restaurant | USD 60.00 |
Do you need a break from your busy schedule? It is time to enjoy a grand holiday in the island country of Barbados and book cheap flights to Oistins. This energetic island should be your next holiday destination. Fulfill your Caribbean dream and be among the millions of people who visit Barbados every year.
Oistins is a major fishing community in Barbados which boasts of its modern fishing market. Here you will be able to enjoy the captivating scenery of a laid back country life with fishing boats in multiple colors alongside locals weaving fishing nets. One of the most important attractions of Oistins is the annual Fish Festival. This is celebrated every year in order to honor all the people who have contributed to the local fishing industry.
Plan your trip during the celebration of this famous Caribbean fish festival. Start your day early and head to Oistins historic old town. Enjoy a unique and exciting experience filled with fun and entertainment. Visitors and locals gather together to make the celebration more alive and colorful. Feel the festivities in the air as you listen to calypso and reggae music played in the streets. Build up your appetite and indulge some traditional treats like fish cakes, pudding, and of course fried fish. Aside from food and music, you can also find some interesting local crafts to bring home as gifts or souvenir. Barbados is richly endowed with talented local artists and craftsmen who usually take the opportunity to show their products during the festival.
The village also comes alive at night even outside the fish festival. Go out on a Friday night and try the famous Oistins fish fry. Wander around the streets filled with music and the enticing aroma of the best local foods like fish cakes, macaroni pie, and sweet potato. In the morning you can head to the white sand beaches and take a dip in the warm Barbadian waters.
There are many hotels in Oistins ranging from budget inns to luxury resorts. Accommodation can be expensive and may take most of your travel budget. If you want to save money then consider moving away from glitzy resorts and opt for a villa rental instead. You can also consider renting an apartment especially if you planned to stay for an extended period of time. Most of these apartments are just a few steps away from the beach and are often cheaper compared with the more luxurious hotels and resorts. It is time to hit the beach and enjoy some lively music, fun and sun when you book cheap flights to Oistins.