A masquerader perspective on the carnival experience
Tribe Carnival and Bliss launched last night (July 18) in Trinbago and these costumes are gorgeous. Trinidad band launch season usually sets the tone for the upcoming carnival season as well as influences the following designs for every carnival to follow. In regards to registering for Tribe and Bliss — there is a loyalty system […]
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We all know parties are typically hit or miss, especially if you’re visiting from out of town and don’t know which ones will provide you with the best party experience. But have no fear, the Global Carnivalist is here to give you some best fete options. Crop Over Time Frame: July 27 – August 3 […]
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If you’re a Trinidad carnival veteran like us, then you’ve already started planning your trip to Trinidad Carnival for 2016. But for those of you who wanted to wait until band launch, the time has come. Global Carnivalist has created a checklist for the carnival virgins and even the veterans who need to tighten up […]
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The time we’ve all been waiting for, will soon be upon us — Trinidad Carnival band launch season. July/August will be very busy for the top Trinidad & Tobago bands for 2016 carnival. I cannot wait to see what is ahead based on some of the themes. Whose band launch are you looking forward to? We’ll […]
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I had the pleasure of visiting Cusco and Lima in Peru. I honestly did not know what to expect, but i thought it would have been extremely warm, because it’s Central America. Of course I was mistaken. We went in June which is winter time in Peru. We landed in Lima, Peru shortly after 10pm and […]
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New York City is untouched when it comes to Caribbean parties. And every summer they give us our fix of the latest soca songs one the ones and twos, party cups and doubles — although there has been some venue issues, 2015 summer will be no different. (Drum roll please) Your 2015 Island Fetes. Get […]
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Miami Carnival is now one of the most popular carnivals attended in the U.S — revelers fly in from all over the world, to take part in the festivities, and for very good reasons. Miami has a very strong Caribbean presence and it shows in the way the parties are organized, promoted and executed. You […]
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Photo Credit: Ruth Tesfai HISTORY What is Carnival ? Carnival is a festive season which occurs immediately before the Christian liturgical season of Lent; [Some Carnivals like Crop Over, occur in the summer because of the Harvest season] Carnival typically involves a public celebration or parade combining some elements of a circus, mask and public street party. […]
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We all know parties are typically hit or miss, especially if you’re visiting from out of town and don’t know which ones will provide you with the best party experience. But have no fear, the Global Carnivalist is here to give you some best fete options. WEDNESDAY 3PM – SCORCH Duck Work — Purchase tickets here […]
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Masqueraders! There are a few bands to play mas with in Toronto’s notorious Caribana.. but the most popular, Saldenah Mas and Carnival Nationz are selling out very quickly. Carnival Nationz opened for registration on May 6 so most of their sections are still available. It is imperative that you register as soon as possible. Need […]
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