New Band on the Block: Entice Carnival for Trinidad 2016

As Trinidad Carnival continues to grow into a beast of it’s own, bringing in over one million people into the island,so does the demand for more band options. Entice Carnival is the new costume band on the block for 2016 and their costumes are HOT! I am super impressed with how they look. Are you willing […]

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BAND LAUNCH: Yuma Vibe Launches for for Trinidad Carnival 2016

First, let me start by saying that Carnival and band launch season are way too exciting for my soul! It’s 2:30AM and I am tuned in to Yuma Vibe’s band launch! Yes, I know it’s not that serious but I couldn’t risk it. With that said, Yuma Vibe blessed us with 14 GORGEOUS sections for […]

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COSTUMES: Fantasy Carnival for Trinidad 2016

Carnivalists, Fantasy Carnival launched last night (July 24) in Trinidad and let me just say, their costumes are gorgeous. Fantasy is a popular band in Trinidad known for their gems and overflowing feathers. They’re also not as difficult to register for, unlike some of the more exclusive bands.  What do you think? Would you play with […]

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COSTUMES: Tribe Carnival & Bliss Carnival for Trinidad 2016

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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Trinidad Planning Checklist, Timeline & Budget

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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Trinidad Carnival 2016 – Band Themes & Dates

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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Trinidad Carnival 2014: A Review of IslandPeople Mas

Greetings! This was my very first year playing with IP and while having done all my research, I was told they had the most vibes. Below is my review.    REGISTRATION I was so excited when IP launched that I was one of the very first to register. However, my section’s designer, Sonia Mack was […]

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