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Where is carnival from?

The Carnival that we now know in Luton has a rich global history and culture. Carnival is a global sensation that is celebrated in over 50 countries around the world. Every city has its own unique traditions and way of celebrating. Here are some of the biggest and best carnivals from around the worl...

Carnivals Essentials

What are the essential things that make a carnival? We take a look! Floats A float is a decorated platform, either built on a vehicle like a truck or towed behind one, which is a component of many festive parades. Parade floats were first introduced in the Middle Ages when churches used pageant wago...

Caribbean carnival-words and phrases

Here are some must know Caribbean words & phrases that you may hear when you attend carnival. Mas  Mas is actually just short for masquerade. Masquerade in reference to Caribbean Carnival is the big parades that occur where the participants, who are known as masquerades dress up in costumes...