Deep dive into Caribbean culture
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Whether for an evening, a day, or a week, Ocean Inspiration oganizes exclusive cultural experiences -in Barbados or elsewhere- related to the Caribbean world, featuring passionate experts, outstanding Professors from the University of the West Indies in Barbados UWI Cave Hill Campus, Barbados- and local artists.
With conferences, seminars, and cultural journeys, discover -or rediscover- the richness of Caribbean heritage through Barbados. Expand your professional or academic horizons… or simply indulge in the pleasure of an inspiring cultural getaway in an idyllic setting.
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Our upcoming event: ISLAND ROUTES
A Journey of Culture, Connection and Well-being
Barbados, February 23 - 27, 2026
Embark with Ocean Inspiration on an immersive cultural journey in Barbados, centered around Island Routes, a traveling study tour exploring the vibrant heart of Caribbean culture and history. Taking place in February 2026, this unique experience combines in-depth cultural discovery with time to unwind and explore the island with Ocean Inspiration's dedicated support team.
Curated and led by the captivating Professor Yanique Hume (www.yaniquehume.com) Director of the Department of Cultural Studies at the University of the West Indies, and a renowned anthropologist, choreographer and expert in African religions, Island Routes offers far more than a traditional study trip. Through a rich combination of lectures, heritage site visits and cross-cultural interactions, this one-of-a-kind Caribbean cultural journey brings humanity back to the front in the age of Artificial Intelligence.
To help you make the most of your journey, Ocean Inspiration team will be present in Barbados from February 18 to March 1, 2026, beyond the official Island Routes cultural programme (February 23–27). Throughout this extended period, we will be at your service with personalized guidance, insider tips, and carefully curated recommendations—so you can enjoy your extended stay in Barbados at your own pace, whether through cultural outings, water sports, local discoveries, or peaceful moments by the Caribbean Sea.
Discover below this immersive cultural tour that promises to be as intellectually stimulating as emotionally enriching. From vibrant local experiences to thought-provoking discussions, Island Routes invites you to see the world -and yourself- with new eyes.
To sign up, fill out the Registration form shown hereunder.
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Island Routes – Barbados, February 23 to 27, 2026
“The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes, but in having new eyes" Marcel Proust
Island Routes is not your typical Caribbean experience. Set in Barbados, this immersive study tour invites participants to journey beyond beaches and resorts into the heart of Caribbean culture, history, and creativity.
Led by Professor Yanique Hume, this unmatched Caribbean cultural experience will blend:
Thematic lectures by experts and Professors
Curated visits to places of historical, cultural, and natural significance
Artistic encounters
Community engagement
Leisure time by the Caribbean sea
With Island Routes, you will see the Caribbean differently and experience Barbados with depth, purpose, and respect
A cultural immersion in the soul of the Caribbean
- Explore heritage sites, plantations, museums, and natural landmarks
- Experience folk traditions, creative practices, and island rhythms
- Understand the transition from bondage to self-creation
- Discover the enduring influence of the African diaspora
- Engage with local communities and cultural leaders
- Gain fresh perspectives on the Caribbean’s place in the modern world
- Meet Caribbean people in their own environment and culture
- Rediscover the power and warmth of human connections in the era of Artificial Intelligence
A Journey of Meaning, Connection, and Well-being
More than a study tour, Island Routes is an experience for the soul that will nurture your intercultural sensitivity and foster your well-being.
On top of enriching lectures, on-site visits and community engagement, this will be your ultimate getaway to relax by turquoise waters, stroll along white-sand beaches, and enjoy the vibrant energy of Barbados. In a word, the perfect blend of learning, connecting, and unwinding to help reduce your travel’s carbon footprint.
CURATED FIELD TRIPS (subject to last minute changes):
- Island tour
- Bridgetown walking tour
- Botanical gardens
- Old plantation house and a rum distillery
- Museums (Barbados National Museum, Arlington Museum)
- Places of faith and heritage (Codrington College, Bridgetown Synagogue, Ancestors’ Burial Ground)
- Culinary experiences
- Local markets
- Art galleries
- Engagements with performers and visual arts artists
THEMATIC HIGHLIGHTS
- Sacred landscapes and the region’s diverse religious traditions
- Plantation legacies and contemporary reparations debates
- Caribbean foodways and the cultural meaning of national dishes
- Music and visual arts as expressions of identity and resistance
- Ethical, sustainable approaches to tourism beyond “sun, sea, and sand”
Your partners for this immersive cultural experience
A brilliant and captivating speaker, choreographer, anthropologist and researcher specialised in African spiritualities, Dr. Hume explores the intersections of identity and movement, offering fresh perspectives on the link between heritage, cultural transmission and contemporary Caribbean experience.
Dr. Hume’s passion, spirituality and insight infuse the cultural programmes she curates with intellectual, human and spiritual reflections, making them not only educational but deeply transformative.
As president of Ocean Inspiration, I am driven by a genuine passion for Barbados. With my deep knowledge of the island and its people, I will provide customised guidance from the moment you register — online or by phone — and in-person throughout your stay: from booking flights and choosing accommodations, to practical logistics, optional tours, sports or cultural activities, shopping, meeting locals, visiting galleries and artists, beach hopping, rum tasting, transportation, etc. Just enjoy your trip !
