Meaningful Residency Experiences in Sint Maarten

Our Residency Pathways

Heritage Agrarian ResidencyImmerse yourself in the living history of Plantation Succour. Residents engage in hands-on land restoration, heritage agriculture, and community-driven projects—contributing to the ongoing recovery and renewal of Sint Maarten’s agrarian legacy.
HAICI Academic Fellowships & PartnershipsCollaborate with the Heritage Agrarian Institute of Caribbean Innovation (HAICI) through research, fellowships, and digital learning. Fellows and academic partners participate in knowledge exchange, field studies, and curriculum development for Caribbean regenerative agriculture.
Learning Residencies for Business Nomads & ChangemakersOur campus welcomes remote professionals and impact-driven travelers seeking a purposeful residency. Live and work in an eco-conscious community, contribute to sustainability projects, and expand your network with like-minded peers.

What's Included

Accommodation in learning residences with access to campus gardens and workspaces
Participation in workshops: permaculture, aquaponics, heritage restoration, and more
Community meals and shared experiences
Opportunities to co-design and lead impact projects
Access to HAICI academic resources and local partnerships

Who Should Apply

Scholars, fellows, and students seeking hands-on research and learning
Business nomads and remote professionals interested in purposeful living
Changemakers passionate about sustainable development and cultural heritage
Partners and organizations aligned with food sovereignty and land restoration

How To Apply

Ready to join Sint Maarten’s heritage agrarian community? Apply for residency, propose a fellowship, or connect for partnership opportunities.

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Caribbean Food Systems & Farm-to-Table Residency Track

Discover the true meaning of farm-to-table dining in the Caribbean. This isn't just a cooking class—it's a complete culinary immersion where you harvest, prepare, and feast on the flavors that define Sint Maarten's food heritage.

Each morning, you'll walk through our gardens and aquaponics systems, selecting fresh ingredients for the day's meals. Learn traditional Caribbean cooking techniques passed down through generations, then add modern twists using innovative growing methods. By week's end, you'll understand not just how to cook Caribbean cuisine, but where it comes from and why it matters.

Your Culinary Experience:

Daily Activities:

Harvest fresh ingredients from our permaculture gardens and aquaponics systems
Master traditional Caribbean dishes (callaloo, johnny cakes, fresh fish preparations)
Learn heritage cooking techniques from local community members
Prepare three meals daily using what you've grown and harvested
Understand Caribbean food history and cultural significance
Visit local markets and learn ingredient sourcing
Participate in a traditional Caribbean BBQ celebration

Hands-On Learning:

Catch tilapia from aquaponics tanks and prepare fresh
Pick herbs and vegetables minutes before cooking
Use solar ovens and traditional Caribbean cooking methods
Create sauces, seasonings, and preserves from scratch
Learn food preservation techniques for tropical climates

What's Included:

✓ 7 nights in our eco-lodge accommodation
✓ All meals (which you'll help prepare!)
✓ Cooking workshops and cultural food experiences
✓ Market visits and local food sourcing trips
✓ Recipe collection and growing guides
✓ Cultural heritage site excursions
✓ Homebrewed rum tastings
✓ Airport pickup and drop-off
✓ WiFi access

Perfect For:

Food lovers • Home cooks • Chefs seeking inspiration • Culinary travelers • Anyone interested in Caribbean culture and sustainable food systems

Pricing:

$825 per person

Limited to 8 participants for an intimate culinary experience.

What You'll Take Home:

Complete recipe collection • Growing guides for Caribbean ingredients • Food preservation techniques • Seed samples • Cooking confidence • Unforgettable flavors and memories

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$ 825 per Person

Important Booking Information:

✓ Deposit: Non-refundable deposit required to confirm
✓ Payment: Full payment due 30 days before program start
✓ Cancellation: Non-refundable within 30 days of start date
✓ Age Requirement: 18+ years old
✓ Insurance: Travel insurance strongly recommended
✓ Transportation: Airport pickup/drop-off included on program dates

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Validity 05/01/2026 - 22/06/2026