Deep dive into Caribbean culture
Ready to awaken your senses and expand your horizons?
Whether for an evening, a day, or a week, Ocean Inspiration oganizes exclusive cultural experiences related to the Caribbean world, featuring passionate experts, distinguished 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.
Our upcoming event: ISLAND ROUTES
A Journey of Culture, Connection and Well-being
Barbados, 23-27 February 2026
Curated and led by the captivating Professor Yanique Hume an internationally renowned anthropologist, choreographer and expert in African religions- this one-of-a-kind Caribbean cultural journey brings humanity back to the forefront in the age of Artificial Intelligence.
Discover below this immersive cultural experience 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.
Remember, February is peak season in Barbados! So early planning will make for a smoother adventure.
Ocean Inspiration offers you support and advice for booking your accommodation in the area covered by the daily shuttle to field visits.
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Island Routes – Barbados, 23 to 27 February 2026
“The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes, but in having new eyes" Marcel Proust
Discover, Learn, and Live the Caribbean
Ocean Inspiration invites you to an unforgettable one-week cultural immersion in Barbados, a journey into the vibrant heart of Caribbean history, life and creativity and a celebration of a culture shaped by Europe, Africa, and the Americas.
Guided by Professor Yanique Hume Director of the Department of Cultural Studies at the University of the West Indies, Cave Hill Campus in Barbados, 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
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 AI
A Journey of Meaning, Connection, and Well-being
More than a study tour, Island Roots 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
Your partners for this immersive cultural experience
A 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 !
