BWM - Nov 2014 - page 102

Business World |
November 2014
102
10 | Barbados
Byer explains, sports has become such a
fundamental aspect of the draw here, the
government took steps to create a depart-
ment solely dedicated to sports tourism.
While cricket has long proven to be one
of the most popular sports pursuits here,
drawing competitors from throughout the
Caribbean, Barbados routinely plays host
to sailing competitions and regattas that
attract mariners from around the world.
Polo has also become an increasingly
popular venue over the years and Barba-
dos is home to some of the world’s finest
polo courses. Barbados also benefits from
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