41% off (Sale price $177.55, Reg. Price $305.42) :: Youre viewing a property from our Premium Collection, a selection of top properties that are guaranteed to have a rating of 4 stars or higher.Resort at a Glance: The Crane ResortFor over a century, the historic Crane Resort has surveyed the famous pink sands and turquoise waters of Crane Beach from its dramatic cliff-top perch. A Barbadian legend since 1887, and the oldest operating hotel in the Caribbean, The Crane effortlessly marries the old-world charm of its past to all the 21st century amenities and services expected by today’s most discerning travelers.From grand colonial styled suites featuring lush gardens, private pools and rooftop terraces, to an impressive array of world-class amenities and services including fitness facilities, spectacular cascading pools, exciting restaurants and of course, the Zagat rated Zen, The Crane offers an idyllic respite on the South East coast of Barbados. Included with this deal: a $50 resort credit per stay Spotlight on suites: The garden-view junior and one-bedroom ocean-view have jetted tubs, and the two-bedroom deluxe garden-view has a private pool. Fun for all ages: Grownups relax in an adults-only pool while little ones play in their own pool or the kids club. Upscale dining: The Zagat-rated Zen specializes in Japanese and Thai dishes such as sushi and curry. Spa day: A salt scrub infused with lime and ginger smoothes skin and eases stress. A piece of history: Built in 1887, its the oldest hotel in the Caribbean.Barbados: Seafood, Sugarcane, and Tropical Flora in a Former British ColonyBarbados was a British colony until 1966, explaining the popularity of afternoon teas and cricket matches. But Barbadians (often shortened to “Bajans”) have formed their own identity, starting with seafood-centric cuisine. Food stands and restaurants dot the roadsides along the western coast, serving Barbados’s national dish: flying fish paired with cou-cou, a mash of cornmeal and okra. Mount Gay Distilleries is worth a stop for a tour and the chance to sample Bajan rum. The co
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