CARNIVAL - The greatest show on earth
Photo by: Globetrotting Stilleto One of the first things that come to mind when you think of Trinidad is its Carnival season. While the event itself lasts only two days, it involves heavy preparation and pre parties (fetes) til the day masqueraders cross the stage in their costumes wining, drinking (apparently, many alcohol connoisseurs agree we have the best rum) and soaking up the Caribbean sun. Photo by: Globetrotting Stilleto Many Carnival go-ers steadily prepare for the days with rigorous exercise and strict dietary regimens to look their best in their costumes. (It always ends up with them bussing up a box of KFC on Ash Wednesday) From as early as July - August in the previous year, Carnival bands host fetes to release the costumes for the public while still being able to lime and party before the big days. Some popular bands are; Tribe, Fantasy, YUMA, Bliss, Harts and many more. The prices vary between 200-1000 USD and yes they sell out quickl...