Barbados in a Nutshell - 2022 - EBook

86 Sightseeing The South Coast The south coast is home to many of the island’s hotels, lovely beaches, the popular Oistins Fish Fry and St. Lawrence Gap with its outstanding restaurants and vibrant nightlife scene. Take a leisurely stroll along the lovely Richard Haynes Boardwalk which meanders along the waterfront between Rockley and Hastings. A number of inviting watering holes and good restaurants pop up all along the way; Blakey’s on the Boardwalk , Tapas and Baby Doll are all great choices for a casual meal or a few cold ones! Near to the boardwalk is the Mallalieu Motor Collection. It is best to visit before 11am when Mr. Mallalieu is there in person to give his entertaining tour of his collection and motoring memorabilia. Near the southern tip of the island is the coastal town of Oistins – the island’s fishing capital, famous for its Friday night Fish Fry. All types of fresh fish are available daily from the vendors in the fish market. A few miles past the airport, look out for the spectacular Crane Resort , perched on a cliff top with panoramic views and the magnificent beach below. The owners of Sunbury Plantation Great House in the St. Philip countryside, undertook extensive restoration work in 2018 and it is well worth a visit to see the amazing array of Barbadian antiques. Andrew Hulsmeier Courtesy BTMI Andrew Hulsmeier Oistins Fish Fry Baby Doll on the Boardwalk Mallalieu Motor Collection The Crane Beach