Jamaica, Cuba, Dominican Republic and Barbados are the islands currently featured on BBC2’s Clive Myrie’s Caribbean Adventure. The fifteen 30-minute episodes will take viewers on a deep journey across four islands, unearthing his family roots and forging personal connections with each unique location. From the vibrant streets of Cuba to the nightlife of Jamaica, the lush landscapes of the Dominican Republic and the beach paradise of Barbados, Clive will explore it all.
He will indulge in his love of vintage cars in Cuba, experience how Jamaican music has changed the world, plunge into Carnival in the Dominican Republic, and experience the future of rum in Barbados.
Clive’s parents came to the UK from Jamaica in the early 1960s, but he’s only visited on a handful of occasions. He’ll travel in his mum and dad’s footsteps, track down family members he’s never met and spend time with his sister Judith, who recently moved back to Jamaica from the UK. Clive will also explore his connection to Cuba. He knows one of his granddads spent time there, but beyond that, it is a bit of a family mystery. While Clive’s there he’ll also learn about the indigenous Taino people – some of the first inhabitants of much of the Caribbean.
Clive Myrie said, “I can’t wait to share my journey and the beauty of the Caribbean—a place I’m proud to call my ancestral home. It’s been such an amazing experience exploring this lush part of the world, and I’ve loved discovering more about the communities and traditions behind each place. I hope viewers enjoy the incredible landscapes and people who make up this slice of paradise.”
The series airs weekly on Mondays at 6.30 on BBC 2, or you can watch all of the episodes on the iPlayer.
