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We get it- our beaches are legendary. There’s nothing quite like the turquoise waters of Crane Beach or the serene west coast seas at Mullins. But if you spend your entire trip with your toes in the sand, you’re only seeing half the picture. Barbados is an island of “hidden…

Barbados isn’t just a world-class beach destination; it’s a world-class golf destination. Whether you’re looking to challenge yourself on the rolling fairways of the Barbados Golf Club or you’ve finally secured a bucket-list tee time at Sandy Lane, Apes Hill or Royal Westmoreland, there’s one thing every golfer knows: the…

As we step into a new year, we’re taking a moment to reflect on 2025—a year defined by movement, community, and growth. At pickUP, our mission has always been about more than just getting from point A to point B; it’s about uplifting the people who keep Barbados moving. From…

At pickUP, we’ve always been about more than just getting you from Point A to Point B. We are a community-first app, and we believe that being part of a community means showing up when it matters most. Christmas in Barbados is a time of joy, family, and celebration, but…

This year, pickUP Barbados turns five – five years of connecting riders and drivers, building trust, and moving our island forward one trip at a time. For us, this isn’t just a business milestone, but a celebration of homegrown innovation and community partnership. In a country where local tech stories…

We at pickUP were proud to sponsor De Bajan Travellers national team to compete at the FEMUNDO World Domino Championships, held in Barbados last month (September 24-27). The moment was made even sweeter when our very own pickUP driver, Carlos Hinkson, was voted MVP. Sponsoring our driver and his team…

In celebration of World Blood Donor Day (June 14th), pickUP Barbados partnered with PwC East Caribbean to offer free rides to and from the Barbados National Blood Collection Centre during the week of June 10th to 14th, 2025. The campaign aimed to make it easier for Barbadians to donate blood…

If you’ve heard someone call pickUP the “Uber of Barbados,” you’re not alone. It’s an easy shortcut to explain a ride-hailing app. But while the convenience is similar, the comparison misses the most important part of our story: pickUP was built in Barbados, for Barbados, and for the specific needs…

Since our launch in 2020, pickUP has grown from a simple idea into a trusted staple for getting around Barbados. For both Bajans on their daily journeys and visitors seeking a reliable way to discover our island's beauty, we've become the go-to taxi app in Barbados. As we approach our…