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On Oct. 1 2009, discount airline JetBlue plans to begin non-stop service between its New York Kennedy hub and Grantley Adams Airport in Barbados.

The service will use the 150-seat Airbus A320 and flights are expected to go on sale in June.

Barbados (pronounced /bɑrˈbeɪdoʊz, -dɒs/^[1]), situated just east of the Caribbean Sea, is an independent island nation (formerly a British territory) in the British West Indies western Atlantic Ocean. At roughly 13° North and 59° West, the country lies in the southern Caribbean region, where it is a part of the Lesser Antilles island-chain. Its closest island neighbours are St. Vincent and St. Lucia to the west. To the south lies Trinidad and Tobago—with which Barbados now shares a fixed official maritime boundary—and the South American mainland, Barbados's total land area is about 430 square kilometres (166 square miles), and is primarily low-lying, with some higher regions in the island's interior. The organic composition of Barbados is thought to be of non-volcanic origin and is predominantly composed of limestone-coral formed by subduction of the South American plate colliding with the Caribbean plate.

Accra Beach in Rockley is a popular beach with many places to eat, rent equipment, and there's a parking lot close by. Bathesheba Soup Bowl is a favorite spot of surfers; each November the Independence Classic Surfing Competition is held here. Barclays Park is a good spot for families, with tide pools and shady picnic areas. Bottom Bay is a secluded and enchanting strip of white sand north of Sam Lord's Castle, accessible by walking the steps down the cliff. Brighton Beach is a wide-open beach popular among the locals for a quick dip. Casuarina Beach, on the east end of the St. Lawrence Gap, has a rowdy surf and is accessible to the public via the Maxwell Coast Road. Crane Beach has wonderful pink sand under foot and steep cliffs along its back. The rowdy water makes this a great place for body-surfers, and changing rooms and meals are available at the Crane Beach Hotel. Mullins Beach is another good spot for families, with calm water, snorkeling and swimming. Parking is easy and accessible, and the Mullins Beach Bar will serve up snacks and drinks. Needham's Point is on the south end of Carlisle Bay and is popular with locals on the weekends and holidays. Also popular with cruise ship passengers, this is one of the busier beaches in Barbados. Paynes Bay is a resort-lined strip, but there's plenty of snorkeling and sand to go around. Sandy Beach has calm water and a lagoon, making it a nice spot for those looking to relax. With its constant breeze, Silver Sands Beach is a good place to both watch and participate in windsurfing.

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A warm, friendly welcome awaits on this Caribbean island. You can relax in the sun or surf, swim and snorkel on one of the abundant white-sand beaches. Sail, cruise on a catamaran, dive to sunken ships or tour a submarine. See the natural wonders of Harrison's Cave. Stroll the quaint streets of Bridgetown, the island's historic capital, and take advantage of the duty-free shopping. And if you have any energy left, enjoy the island's variety of bars and clubs, including the famous Harbour Lights.

The island is well developed, and there are internationally-known hotels offering world-class accommodation. Time-shares are available, and many of the smaller local hotels and private villas which dot the island have space available if booked in advance. The southern and western coasts of Barbados are popular, with the calm light blue Atlantic Ocean and their fine white and pinkish sandy beaches. Along the island's east coast the Atlantic Ocean side are tumbling waves which are perfect for light surfing, but a little bit risky due to under-tow currents. The 'Soup Bowl' near to Bathsheba is a very popular spot with surfers all year round.

The BarbadosTourism Encyclopedia - Official website of the Barbados Tourism Authority. Detailed travel information including hotels, restaurants, arts, culture, and events. Offers photos and a virtual island tour.

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