Tips

Masquerader Tips

Preperation

1. Flights from major airports are usually cheaper. Taking a bus or train might save you $100-$200!

2. There are lots of Carnival mixes out there, get familiar!

3. Make sure your parade day shoes are a half size bigger to accommodate for the inevitable swelling.

4. Check out our packing list to make sure you have everything.

You’re Here!

1. You’re going to be on your feet a lot make sure all your shoes are COMFORTABLE!

2. Make sure you have your fete tickets before you leave home!

3. For J’ouvert or fetes like it cover yourself in baby oil. It makes it much easier to remove the mess before you have to pretty up.

4. The first part of your costume you should put on is the wristband.

5. If you want to wear large weave fishnets, wear pantyhose below to eliminate unwanted protrusions.

6. Cut off the band at the top of pantyhose to stop the muffin top action.

7. You will sweat in and possibly rip your pantyhose. Make sure you have two pairs.

8. Try on your costume as soon as possible!  Sometimes adjustments need to be made, especially for frontline costumes.

9. If the straps of your bra can be crossed, cross them! It’ll either give you a nice push up or much needed support.

10. Take a pouch (wristlet) on the road with you that has: $100TTD, your phone, tissues, blotting sheets, lash glue, hand sanitizer and a form of identification. You can thank us later.

Fitness Tips

We have to start by disclaiming that we are not nutritionists here. However, we have been preparing our minds and bodies for Carnival every year for many years and can share what we’ve learned.

The most important ingredient for great stamina is a healthy heart. That means you have to keep a certain level of fitness ALL YEAR ROUND. Crash dieting or drastically lowering your caloric intake without professional direction can be very dangerous and can lead to you never making it to the airport. We don’t want that! 

1.      Eating healthy is three quarters of the battle.

2.      If your aim is weight loss Cardio is your friend!

3.      Start off easy. Don’t try to workout like an Olympic athlete on your first day.

4.      ­­­­­Ladies you can lift weights, no it will not make you look masculine.

5.      Be consistent. Every time you take too long of a break your body will have to start over.

6.      If you are dedicated to that 6 pack, cut out alcohol for at least 12 weeks prior to your trip.

7.      Work with and listen to your body. No two people react to the same thing the same way. Tailor your workout and eating plans to your desired results.

Budgeting Tips

Depending on the kind of experience you want to have, carnival can be very expensive. The earlier you decide to go, the earlier you can get your saving plan on the road.

CONTACT US EARLY

The moment you register with us we start working on your trip. And the early masquerader gets the discounts! Early bird ticket prices, accommodation deals, you name it. Earlier is always better.

CHECK YOURSELF

What are your current spending habits?  Do you need to have that special coffee from that café every morning? If you have money to spend, you have money to save. Look at those things that you don’t really need and allocate that money to your Carnival fund. Trust us, you’ll be happy about giving up that coffee when you ‘winin’ down de road’.

PUMP WITH YOUR TEAM

Any cost that can be shared is less money out of your pocket. This tip works best for accommodation and transport.