For many, Barbados equals Sun, Sea and ... Rum! But while it’s tempting to spend all day lazing on sun-drenched beaches, sipping cocktails, there are plenty of sights to visit and things to do on or in the sea.

Sports & activities range from swimming and snorkelling to surfing and sailing or being towed at speed on a banana boat.

Activities on land are just as varied: if you’re feeling energetic, consider horse riding or hiking & biking; alternatively, pay a more leisurely visit to a historical site or a tropical garden.

Must-do activities include:

• A catamaran cruise, snorkelling and swimming with turtles.
• Tour a rum distillery.
• Listen to live music – be it steel pan, soca or reggae, by the beach, or at a festival.
• Lunch at Bathsheba while watching the Atlantic waves pounding the shore.
• Sip a cocktail, while watching the sunset in a West Coast bar.
• Visit a museum or historical site.
• Wander round one of Barbados’ tropical gardens.
• Catch an international cricket match at Kensington Oval, or spend a day at the races.
• Explore the underground world of Harrison’s Cave.