Top Caribbean Classes & Workshops

Leave the boring studios behind and learn salsa dancing against the backdrop of a vivid sunset at Parque Dr. José Celso Barbosa beach in Puerto Rico. Combine two experiences in one with a dance lesson that offers incredible views of the beach. You don't have to be a professional, or even experienced—the instructors can accommodate dancers of all skill levels.

Learn how to make your very own personalized rum with teachers to help you in this small-group class. Sample different locally-made rums before going on to mix your own to your tastes. Learn all about the distillation and aging processes from your guides, and meet a master distiller to pick their brain on what goes into making this iconic Caribbean drink.

Get your hips moving and experience Puerto Rican culture during this beginner salsa class. Meet your instructor at a centrally located park for your outdoor lesson and learn basic salsa steps to rhythmic music. Breathe in the fresh air while you dance and after your lesson, take your newfound skills to the dance floor.

What makes this activity unique is its authentic immersion into the rich cultural heritage of Puerto Rican Bomba. Led by passionate instructors with extensive experience in Puerto Rican folklore, participants have the opportunity to learn and experience Bomba in its traditional setting, accompanied by live music. The classes take place at the statue in Parque Jose Celso Barbosa, Ocean Park Beach, providing a picturesque and culturally significant backdrop. Additionally, the classes cater to individuals of all skill levels, creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for everyone to enjoy and learn this traditional art form. With the option for private group bookings and flexibility in case of inclement weather, this experience offers a dynamic and memorable way to connect with Puerto Rican culture through dance and music.

This is a unique opportunity to visit the home of a local and explore traditional Puerto Rican culture and cuisine. Tony is a warm and gracious host who loves cooking because he loves to eat! A Johnson and Wales trained chef, Tony was born and raised in San Juan. After spending many years in New York, he decided to return to his home country to share his Puerto Rican food, culture and the beauty of the historic home he owns. Tony hosts a hands-on cooking class at his B&B, an architectural gem exquisitely decorated in the center of San German built in 1912. Learn cooking techniques and traditional Puerto Rican cultural traditions with a charming and talented Puerto Rican chef! • 3-hour private cooking class in a historic Puerto Rican home • Tour of an exquisitely decorated historic home • Sit down to a seasonal Puerto Rican meal with a modern twist • Enjoy sangria or beer over lively conversation with your host • No cooking experience necessary: vegetarian options available

Discover the culinary and cultural richness of Barbados on Tastes & Tales, a 3-hour experience at Harrison’s Cave Eco-Adventure Park. Begin with a warm welcome and guided rum tasting, exploring the heritage of Mount Gay Rum. Enjoy a hands-on cooking session featuring traditional Bajan dishes like flying fish and rum-glazed bread pudding while learning the stories behind each recipe. Then savor your creations with a complimentary island cocktail and connect with fellow participants. 3-hour culinary and cultural experience at Harrison’s Cave Guided rum tasting featuring Mount Gay Rum and its history Hands-on cooking session creating authentic Bajan specialties Enjoy your handmade meal and a signature cocktail IMPORTANT: Please let us know of any allergies or dietary considerations. BONUS! Your ticket includes complimentary access to Harrison’s Cave Eco-Adventure Park amenities, including the pool and bird aviary.

Making your own perfume is a unique and personalized fragrance experience, setting it apart from traditional perfume shopping. Personalization: Customers can create a fragrance that is uniquely theirs, tailored to their personal tastes and preferences. This involves selecting from a variety of base notes, middle notes, and top notes to craft a custom blend. Interactive Experience: The process is hands-on, allowing customers to engage in the art of perfumery. This interactive aspect makes it a fun and educational experience. Creative Expression: It provides an opportunity for creative expression. Customers can experiment with different scent combinations and discover what appeals to them the most, making the experience both artistic and sensory. Unique Gifts: The personalized aspect to gift-giving adds a special touch that off-the-shelf perfumes lack. Memory Association: Creating a personalized scent can be linked to specific memories or events.

Take a break from the heat in Punta Cana by opting for a chocolate-making class. Discover the process of how chocolate is made, from bean to bar, as your instructor teaches you to make cacao balls from grounded beans and chocolate barks from liquid chocolate. Get expert tips to improve your skills, and contests during the class will keep you entertained.

Enjoy a taste of the Caribbean during a hands-on mixology at Casa BACARDI, the Puerto Rican home of BACARDI rum. Sip on a welcome cocktail, then learn to craft, shake, and sip BACARDI cocktails alongside a mixologist. Note: guests must be 18 years or older to participate.

Discover the historic legacy of Puerto Rico’s rum industry and BACARDI, its most famous brand, during this exploration of Casa BACARDI. Enjoy a guided exploration of heritage exhibits and a historical film, plus a guided tasting of the exclusive Casa BACARDI Special Reserve and one welcome cocktail.

You will participate a fun and educational hands-on cooking class from passionate professional. You will learn mouthwatering dishes what are full of flavor and easy to re-create at home, as we will use equipment what you can find in every average household kitchen. Recipes what flavorful, decorative and will impress your guests when you make them for your next dinner party. You will learn how to make delicious Rum Punch and you can drink it during the whole class... Coffee, Tea, Water are included as well. Let us know in advance if you have any dietary restrictions, allergies. Available as shared experience or for private groups. Perfect indoor activity for rainy days or whenever you want to hide from the Sun. For last minute requests, get in touch via phone/whatsapp

Enjoy a dinner with a difference in San Juan with an experience that offers great views as well as great food. Savor a 4-course dinner at a shared table that is lifted into the open air near Old San Juan and the cruise port. Choose a late-afternoon or evening seating for changing views of the coast and city lights.

Learn Salsa, Merengue and Bachata on the beach with 3 coquito shots and a souvenir shot glass in PR!

This class comes from a place of love and reconnection with culture. Salsa Boriken brings salsa back to the people: reviving the culture, honoring tradition, and keeping it fresh for a new generation. By mixing the flavor of street salsa with the smooth flow of studio style, and small classes for personal attention, we teach moves that feel fun, not forced. Find your rhythm that feels good, looks good, and keep the soul of salsa alive!

This is a unique opportunity to meet a lovely, local couple and learn about Puerto Rican cuisine and culture. Their beautiful countryside home where your Puerto Rican cooking class takes place is located about 1 hour from San Juan or Ponce. Rafi and Lela are a lovely couple who come from large families (Lela has 32 in her immediate family!) that enjoy food, cooking and partying! Rafi learned to cook from his father and everyone in Lela's family is passionate about cooking or barbecuing. They recently converted their house with a stunning view of the mountains and sea into a B&B. They are excited to host guests for a Puerto Rican cooking class in their home and share their culture and cuisine with them! • 3-hour private cooking class with a local • Immerse yourself in Puerto Rican culture and cuisine • Enjoy lunch after cooking over wine • Experience Puerto Rican hospitality • Learn food traditions and cooking techniques in a beautiful home with a view

Add a little thrill to your sightseeing plans with this private guided UTV tour of St. Thomas. Meet your guide, then set off on a route around the north side of the island. Learn about the history and ecology of St. Thomas as you ride. Navigate rocky terrain and trails to take in scenic views that aren’t accessible by other transport. Perfect for adventurous visitors seeking a unique tour experience.

Make your own bottle of rum in Antigua for the ultimate souvenir—and learn about rum’s history and culture in the Caribbean along the way. Join a small-group and learn the process of distilling rum with a pot still in this workshop. Start with a rum tasting and then learn old and new techniques for distilling your own blend of personalized rum that you’ll get to bottle and take home.

Get in touch with your creative side and learn to paint on non-traditional media during this painting class. Choose from several mediums such as a tote bag, clutch, or pillowcase, and let the inspiration guide you. An instructor is there to assist you or answer any questions you may have during your experience.

Immerse yourself in Puerto Rico's salsa culture during this 1-hour beginner salsa class. The outdoor class is led by a professional instructor in open air, so you don't have to take a break from the tropical sunshine. Dance solo or with a partner and learn about what makes salsa such an integral part of Puerto Rican culture.

Learn the secrets of Caribbean cuisine during a 3.5-hour cooking class at a private home that’s high in Dominica’s lush hills. Work alongside your hostess in a traditional open-air kitchen and prepare a meal with the island’s freshest ingredients. Hear the stories behind Dominica’s most iconic dishes — the seasonal menu may include coconut rice and peas, tropical salads and Creole fish — then enjoy your meal with a glass of island rum punch, native fruit and a Caribbean dessert.

Step into a historic Caribbean barrel house and taste the past—one sip at a time. This immersive rum tasting invites you to explore the Virgin Islands’ rich history through its most iconic export: sugarcane rum. Guided by passionate hosts in the heart of Charlotte Amalie, you’ll learn the difference between molasses and sugarcane-based rums, the role of the Virgin Islands in the global rum trade, and how French Caribbean sugarcane and cognac barrel aging create a smoother, cleaner spirit. Your senses will lead the way—start by exploring the rum aroma station, then savor a curated flight of at least four premium rums, each telling a flavorful story of terroir, craftsmanship, and island culture. This is more than a tasting—it’s an invitation to connect with the legacy of rum in the West Indies.

Learn to mix rum-based cocktails with Barbados' "Mixologist of the year" for two consecutive years, Dameain! A brand ambassador for West Indies Rum Distillery's rums, Dameain is also a TV personality. He offers a master mixology class on Brighton Beach, where you will learn to make three rum-based cocktails accented by local flavors. Dameain travels to the US to educate audiences about rum at various spirit festivals, and will happily share his knowledge in appreciating rum! Your experience includes a brief history of the distillery and a rum tasting in addition to a mixology/cocktail making class paired with local finger foods.

With this activity you will learn the great story of Rum. You will be able to craft your own flavored Rum in this amazing setting. At the end of the activity you will receive your very own bottle of rum.