Most Americans who jet off to Barbados choose the west coast or south shore of the island as their base. The pristine coastline, proximity to Bridgetown—the nation’s capital and an epicenter for dining, nightlife, and shopping, not to mention the short drive to Grantley Adams International Airport—are undeniable draws for tourists. But few travelers opt to explore the less-developed east coast on the Atlantic side. It’s what I consider to be the jewel of Barbados.

Surfers in Bathsheba. Courtesy of Barbados Tourism