MAGIC ISLE

Oh, they must have worn a smile when they found this magic isle and claimed it then for England and their king. For there's silver in the sand, blue sea and fertile land, and the very skies above it seemed to sing. And for over 300 years, through slavery and tears, through peace and war, we've always lived as one. From our joys and days of strife evolved the way of life that makes this land of ours a paragon. [Applause] The British found this little place back in 1625, and they loved it so much they never let it go. [Music] Today names like Bath and Hastings, Worththing, Dover and Trafalgar Square are evidence of the close ties which still exist with England. Barbados had its first parliament in 1639 and representative government has continued to this day. On November the 30th of 1966, Barbados achieved independence and the Honorable Arrol Barrow became the island's first prime minister. It's a great place for children to grow up in this magicleisle of ours. The sea is never more than a few minutes from anywhere. And around this lovely island, water sports are a must for every boy and girl. You can enjoy almost every kind of sport on the island. You can join and compete in the wellorganized tournaments. Or you can do your own thing in your own time just for the love of it. Heat. Heat. [Music] [Applause] [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] [Music] In the great British game of cricket, we have a heritage to live up to. As the name of Barbados has been made famous by men like whirl weeks walut and soers. Barbados has a literacy rate of 97% and boasts one of the finest educational systems in the Caribbean. [Music] Scientific projects in astronomy and space research are carried out in the clear Caribbean skies. Communication by Calin wireless satellite Earth Station links Barbados instantly to the rest of the world. Industry plays a big part in the economy of Barbados and the Barbadians pride in his country is reflected in the quality of Barbadian products and handiccrafts and in the care he takes in their manufacturer. But it was not until the late 50s that Barbados became fully aware of its great natural resources, the sea, the sand, and the sunshine. And there's nothing a Barbadian enjoys more than sharing these with guests from overseas. Seawwood International Airport welcomes the airlines of the world to this holiday island. From Canada, the USA, from South America, England and Europe, from the other islands of the Caribbean, from almost everywhere. [Music] Today, a variety of accommodation is provided. From charming guest houses to modern apartments and luxury hotels, you can choose the swimming that suits you best. From the calm crystal waters of the Caribbean to the invigorating breakers of the Atlantic. These continuous trade winds are responsible for the coolness of the Barbados summer and make it therefore such a welcome relief from the hot summers experienced in many northern countries. You can clamber aboard one of the pirate ships of yesterday and swim lunch and enjoy a Barbados rum punch. [Music] Soon you'll be dancing on the deck as you sail down the western coast. Donkey chicken women. There's a steady and experienced hand of the wheel to guide you safely back to the city of Bridgetown where Broad Street provides a wide variety of famous products from all over the world at duty-free prices. A must for every visitor is the famous Barbados rum. Available everywhere. Add the magic of the steel band and lots to do and you have the ideal recipe for the best holiday you've ever had. Heat. [Music] [Applause] [Music] Heat. [Music] [Applause] [Music] [Applause] [Music] [Applause] [Music] [Applause] After the excitement of the race, is the peace and beauty of the Barbados countryside soothes the tension and leaves you at peace with the world. [Music] [Music] [Music] and Barbados is all yours. Dining becomes a real experience. The food as spicy and varied as the music and entertainment. You'll experience a beat you've never heard before and a movement born of a steel band and calypso and mellowed by the famous Barbados rum. [Music] Oh no. Oh no. [Music] Oh no. [Music] Oh no. [Music] N [Music] but the real charm of Barbados is in the people themselves and the deep feeling which they have for their homeland and their desire to share this magic aisle with you. Sun on my magic island and the waters blue. Life is new here for you on my magic aisle where the folks are kind. Leave it all behind. Let me show the way to be gay. Come play on my magic eye. When the warm wind blow, when the warm wind blows on my magic aisle, you can be quite sure that it's pure. It's secure from the clear blue sky. Fills your heart with joy. I makes a man a boy. Come to venture land. Walk on silver sand on my magic island. There's a sheltered bay far away on the deep blue Atlantic shore. Where the sea meet the sky, we are there, you and I. Where on earth could you ask for more? There's a silver moon on my magic aisle. There's a special place. There's a place to embrace. On my magic aisle, make the final plan. Let me take your hand. and make a dream come true. It's right here for you on my mag. Make a dream come true. It's right here for you on my mag. Oh, make a dream come true. It's right here for you on my magic aisle. [Music]