by PanamericanWorld | Nov 12, 2024 | Homepage Main Section, Homepage Sections, Travel and culture
As the Caribbean prepares for an extraordinary year of celebrations, 2025 promises to deliver some of the most spectacular carnival experiences in recent history. From the pre-dawn rituals to the grand parades, these festivities offer a unique blend of history,...
by PanamericanWorld | Oct 25, 2023 | Travel and culture, Travel and culture-Americas
Soca has only palanced its way into the mainstream on a handful of occasions since it first developed in Trinidad some 40 years ago. In light of Bunji Garlin’s recent success bringing unadulterated Carnival music to the fore with “Differentology”—as well as the 10th...
by PanamericanWorld | Feb 25, 2015 | Travel and culture, Travel and culture-Americas
Many things come to mind when you think of Trinidad and Tobago Carnival: soca and steel pan music, costumes, fetes, and the spectacular street parade on Carnival Monday and Tuesday. But some people argue that the passion Trinbagonians have for their national festival...