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Drawing on many years of experience, Barbados retailers have risen to the challenge of offering high quality, good value and good service, establishing this island as the Tax Free haven of the Eastern Caribbean and one of the best shopping destinations in the entire regions.

Barbados has been an entrepot and trading center ever since the English arrived in 1627 and the island has long-standing links with the world's major business houses. Retailers in Barbados have expert knowledge about their merchandise and they sell only the best.

When shopping in Barbados, shoppers can rest assured that they are buying genuine, high quality products. The tax free system and competitive pricing further guarantee good value for money. Prices can often be as much as 30% to 50% less than the regular prices in Europe and North America. The shops themselves are elegant, well-appointed and air-conditioned. Sales assistants are friendly and helpful and they add traditional Bajan charm to the modern technology of customer transactions.

All tax free stores offer a free and reliable delivery service to the airport or harbour. Most tax free purchases can be handed over the counter with the notable exceptions being alcohol and tobacco.

Although the best shopping areas in Barbados are on the south and west coasts, most notably our capital city of Bridgetown, you'll find quaint shops and craft houses all over the island. The Earthworks Complex in the central Barbados is worth a visit for some unique pottery and art, and a great place to pick up gourmet Caribbean delights at the Ins and Outs of Barbados Gift Emporium. Are you in need of a little shopping therapy? For more shopping information see the links below.