I came across the most fabulous fresh water tidal pools to soak in. The East side of the island of Barbados is practically desserted. I love that aspect because it really gives me the chance to relax and get away from the large crowds. The East side also has these natural pools on Bathsheba Beach to soak in. It is so relaxing and so much fun. I really enjoyed watching the little fish dart in and out of the shadows. The small hermit crabs were a real hoot to play with.  Also there were a few surfers there too who said the waves are so much better on the east side of the island. Apparently there is this annual competition in Barbados at the Soup Bowl for surfers. I loved watching the surfers from The Bathesheba Guest Houses. I could laze around in the tropical gardens and watch the colors of the ocean change and sparkle in the sun as the surfers rode the waves. It was truly great.