A Shared Future
Stronger Together
What is an island if not for a close-knit community? We see the potential for our communities, so we actively strive to bring people together through our efforts and actions. This way, Barbados can be one, where everyone has a role to play in its success now and in the future.
Pack For A Purpose®
As a partner of Pack For A Purpose®, our hotels allow guests to prepare the next generation for success by bringing along essential school supplies, which are then seamlessly distributed to local students and classrooms.
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Ocean Hotels South Coast Guide
Ocean Hotels Barbados team shares their hottest hotspots, best-kept secrets, and local favorite hangouts in this definitive guide to enjoying the vibrant South Coast corner of Barbados.
VIEW GUIDESchool Site Tours
Inspiring the next generation is key to sustaining the tourism industry. Through educational tours, the resort seeks to tackle this challenge. These tours are the perfect opportunity for students to witness first hand what a day in the life of hospitality professionals is like. The industry is vast, and this eye-opening experience inspires the young students to plan for their future careers as they can see real and relatable Barbadians doing the jobs they hope to one day.
Donations for Down Syndrome Day
Each year on March 21st, Ocean Hotels Barbados proudly joins the global celebration of World Down Syndrome Day, supporting the ‘End the Stereotypes’ campaign.
Our team raises awareness by wearing colourful socks and contributing to meaningful change. In 2024, employees donated BDS$1,316.34 to the Barbados Down Syndrome Association, an organisation committed to advocating for equal opportunities and support for individuals with Down Syndrome.
Workshops with BYAC
The Barbados YouthADVANCE Corps trainees participated in a work experience programme at O2 Beach Club & Spa, where they learned about various hospitality roles through hands-on demonstrations with experienced staff. The programme included activities such as bed-making, cocktail preparation, customer service simulations, and insights into career opportunities, with a focus on the internship opportunities offered by Ocean Hotels.
National Disabilities Unit
We are proud to collaborate with associations such as the National Disabilities Unit to support individuals with diverse abilities. Recently, we had the opportunity to attend a workshop where we provided first-hand interview experience and valuable tips to participants, helping them navigate the job application process with confidence. Additionally, we were honoured to extend an internship offer to one of the participants with a visual impairment, who successfully joined our HR department during our Christmas internship cohort, demonstrating their skills and contributing to our team. This partnership highlights our ongoing commitment to fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace.
Ocean Hotels Participates in The Health Fair at The Ann Hill School:
On Valentine's Day, Ocean Hotels celebrated the community by participating in the Health Fair at The Ann Hill School, with a focus on promoting healthier lifestyles through movement and nutrition. Highlights included a Bodybuilding Competition, judged by Jozel J’n Pierre from HR, and a cooking demonstration by Chef de Partie Rynaldo Joseph, who taught students to prepare a healthy parfait.
Book Donations
We’ve connected with neighboring schools to donate over 100 story books and reference materials to expand the imaginations of students. We also continue to partner with local charity, ‘The Variety Club Barbados’, which provides school uniforms, books, backpacks, and school supplies to over 300 children from 200 families across Barbados.
As part of the ‘Pack for A Purpose’ initiative, guests are encouraged to use extra space in their luggage to travel with school supplies which are then donated to this charity.
Walk for the Cure
Each year, we proudly kick off Breast Cancer Awareness Month, uniting with our community to fight for a cure. The CIBC First Caribbean Walk for the Cure sees our team marching in solidarity, showing support for those battling breast cancer.
Our commitment is reflected in our participation, where we sport the logoed t-shirts and contribute over 100 donations to the cause.
We are honoured to join forces with local organisations to make a meaningful impact, raising awareness and supporting ongoing research and advocacy for those affected by breast cancer.
Linen Donations
As part of our Health & Wellness programmes, we donate beds, linens, and hampers to neighbouring nursing homes.