Barbados Travel Forum

hiya all

im going to barbados in september for the first time and am staying at the silver sands resort in christchurch, i was wondering if there are shops that sell things like shampoo etc because i dont normally pack these things when i go away i tend to buy them in the resort, is this a sutible idea or shall i take my own as im unsure of the kind of prices id be expected to pay?

I agree with the above post. Better to bring your own supplies from home as it'll probably be cheaper, and you can spend more time enjoying your holiday rather than having to spend the time on picking up your essentials.

I would recommend that you bring small bottles with you if you are picky about what products you use. I would say a bottle of shampoo might cost, in the supermarket, maybe about 5.00usd - 10.00usd depending on the brand. possibly less, but I haven't prices any in a while, so not sure ( I purchase large bottles from a wholesale company and it costs me less - 3 children force me to do that kind of thing).

If you aren't going to bring them, please go to the grocery store and don't purchase them from a shop on property (it will cost you more to do that). SuperCentre grocery stores has a place near Oistens, which isn't too far from where you are staying.

Let me just say that.. More personal items.. I would suggest bringing those with you.. as they can get a little on the expensive side here.

have a great stay

Hi, Silver Sands Resort is in a residential area and there are not really any shops in the area. You should read the reviews at www.tripadvisor.com about this place. They are very mixed. I'm biased - I stayed there once briefly and would NEVER go back. Rooms were musty a nd run down, there was loud music playing everywhere and MANY noisy children running around, worst food I've ever had in the West Indies and a surly inefficient staff. Sorry.