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Barbados is among the leading Caribbean Tax-Free havens with a wide range of luxury goods for between 30% to 50% less than prices charged in Europe and North America.
Perfumes, cosmetics, designer clothing, swimwear, T-shirts, china, crystal, leather, watches, cameras, compact discs, top-of-the-line stereo equipment, local art prints and many souvenir items can be found in Bridgetown. A number of the stores that you will find in Bridgetown are conveniently located around the island and it is likely that there will be a branch near to where you are staying.
Other venues worth a visit are the "Chattel House Villages" where you will find traditional Barbadian wooden chattel houses featuring gift boutiques, clothing shops and bars allowing you to shop in relaxed surroundings. There are also craft villages where you can buy local pottery, mahogany carvings, leather goods, baskets and other examples of local skilled craftwork.
Here are a few to watch out for ...
BEST OF BARBADOS
All products are made or designed in Barbados. Among the Jill Walker prints (one shown at left), they provide the best range of high-quality gifts, many at less than BD$20.00.
Best of Barbados shops are conveniently located throughout the island.
Tel: (246) 421 6900
THE CHATTEL VILLAGE (Holetown)
In a lush garden, the Chattel Village (Holetown) offers the best in ladies' clothing, swimwear, screen-printing, tee shirts, a gourmet food & wine shop, souvenirs and collectible items.
Tel: (246) 432 1490
THE CHATTEL HOUSE SHOPPING VILLAGE (St.Lawrence Gap)
With an information centre, a restaurant & bar, a photo centre, local handicrafts, clothing, jewellery and souvenirs visit the Chattel House Shopping Village for easy, relaxed shopping.
Tel: (246) 428 2474
DACOSTAS MALL:
In the heart of Bridgetown. Over 25 shops of exciting variety with unbeatable prices. You will find thought-provoking displays of gift ideas and unique exhibits of Barbadiana in the DaCostas Mall.
Tel: (246) 430-4844
FENG SHUI MATTERS!
Based on the Western School of Feng Shui techniques. Consultations: sites, plans, homes, gardens, lectures, workshops.
Tel: 420-6382
e-mail: reikimasterv@yahoo.com
HARRISONS
A world of choice and excellent service. Harrisons has all the leading fragrances and cosmetics, fine watches and jewellery, quality leather, china and crystal, linens, liquor and tobacco.
Tel: (246) 431 5500
REIKI SCHOOL OF NATURAL HEALING
Healing for All
Reiki treatments, readings, courses and more. Workshops based on Louise Hay principles, Life Coaching.
Tel: 420-6382
e-mail: reikimasterv@yahoo.com
THE SOUND FACTORY
The latest in music CD's and cassettes. Calypso, Reggae, R & B, Rap, Jazz, Rock, Alternative, Pop and New Age. Duty Free prices. Accessories and laserdiscs of your favourite movies. Sister store to West Riley Electronics.
Tel: (246) 431 0860
WEST RILEY ELECTRONICS
The finest in home entertainment and car audio systems. Top brand names include B & W, Clarion, Denon, Gemini, Harman-Kardon, Infinity, JBL, JVC, NAD, Rotel and Solid. The duty free prices at West Riley Electronics are the envy of dealers in North America and Europe.
Tel: (246) 431 0109
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