Barbados Travel Information Tips

Currency: Although everything is quoted in dollars and cents--it's in Bajan currency. One dollar US is worth Bd$2, so cut the posted prices by half to get the U.S. equivalent. Banks are open 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Thursday; from 9-1 and 3-5 on Friday.

Tipping & Taxes: Barbados keeps getting more expensive. A 7.5% government tax and 10% service charge are added to hotel bills. In addition, a 15% VAT (value added tax) applies to all meals, plus the 10% service charge. The departure tax is US$12.50.

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