Why do west-coasters and tall Texans hardly ever make it to this island paradise? Probably because the effort to arrive at the white sands of Barbados involves a long travel plan via Miami International or New York’s JFK All that has changed now with American Airline’s new non-stop schedule to Barbados from Dallas-Ft. Worth. The inaugural flight took place on December 16th, and now those people seeking the warm, turquoise waters and creole cuisine of the eastern Caribbean can get away 3 days a week, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays, just in time for rum punch and a winter celebration. All flights are served by Boeing 757’s. Rich in history, culture and cuisine, Barbados was voted #8 in the World by Trip Advisor’s “2008 Travelers Choice Destination Awards” 5 star-resorts, quaint B&B’s, plantation homes and villas, host central and western U.S. visitors looking to explore Barbados’s Harrison Cave.
Beach lovers and culture seekers alike can find out more by contacting www.aa.com, (800) 433-7000, or the Barbados Tourism Authority at (800) 221-9831.