Picture this, gentle waves lapping the white sand shore, palm trees and lush tropical flowers, a relaxing breeze coming in from the sea, great assortment of delicious foods, and the precious quiet time you've been looking for.

Nice picture, right?

The perfect vacation, you'll probably say...

And you're probably wondering where in the world can you find this perfect spot?

I've got the answer!

You'll find this luxury vacation in a holiday villa in Barbados.

Barbados, a gorgeous coral island, is situated in a beautiful spot in the Caribbean Sea. To the west lies Saint Vincent and the Grenadines and Saint Lucia and to the south lies Trinidad and Tobago. Although basically Barbados is a small island, only 431 sq. km. (166 sq. mi.), it is a country with one of the highest human development index (HDI). The HDI is the "standard means of measuring human development ".

That means you'll enjoy first rate luxury, the comforts of home without its hassle and bustle, and the sought-after time alone (or maybe with a few friends) for relaxation and meditation.

But what exactly should you expect from this small yet amazingly modern island?

I'm going to give you a short rundown of what awaits you in this vacation, so there will still be an element of surprise and adventure when you get there:

1. Luxury and Comfort - Okay, I'm going to say it again, Barbados is a home away from you but with a much better view and more quiet time for relaxing and thinking. The villas are luxurious in location, style, and comfort.

2. Relaxing - What's more perfect than the picture I asked you to form in your mind when you first started reading this? I know, I can't think of a better one myself. A holiday villa in Barbados is the place to relax, take your mind off your responsibilities (you deserve it!), and just chill out.

3. Fun and Adventure - If you're up for some adventure to stimulate your mind and body then Barbados offers a wide range of activities from swimming, snorkeling, scuba diving, sailing and water sports to shopping, gastronomic delights and night life to just roaming the streets and discovering the exotic culture of Barbados.

4. Warmth and Friendship - One of the best features of this small country is the people. Barbadians, or Bajans as they call themselves, are friendly and hospitable and will make your vacation more interesting than you would've expected.

5. Delicious Foods - When you go on a vacation, what's one of your main concerns? Yes, that's right, it's food! A luxury vacation in Barbados will never run out of great and savory dishes such as fresh seafood, fresh fruits and vegetables, and one of the purest water in the world (and by that, I mean no special water purification process, all natural).

6. Wonderful climate - Barbados is nicely located in the far eastern part of the Caribbean Sea, far enough from the Atlantic to experience the worst effects of tropical storms, and with a year-round mild tropical climate with temperate trade winds.

The location, the food, the people, and the mood of the island is perfect for relaxing, loosening up and just forgetting for a few days the pressures of your city life. After settling down, you can explore the island for its sights, sounds, and shopping. There's no shortage of fun-filled activities on the island to stimulate both body and mind.

Aren't these good enough for you? I bet they are. You'll definitely enjoy your stay at a holiday villa in Barbados. So you'd better check out the best deals you can find in town right now.