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Best spas in Kingston Jamaica to recover from carnival mashup

Best spas in Kingston Jamaica to recover from carnival mashup

Jamaica’s carnival is an explosion of vibrant energy, soca beats, and mad road march – a once-in-a-lifetime experience that leaves you buzzing with excitement. However, the nonstop dancing, endless festivities, and high-octane atmosphere can be extremely exhausting....

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The History of Caribbean Carnivals

The History of Caribbean Carnivals

Caribbean Carnivals are globally celebrated events known for their exuberant parades, vibrant costumes, and enthralling musical rhythms. Although many people think of them primarily as colorful street parties, these festivities are deeply rooted in centuries of...

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Day Trips from Kingston: Your Carnival Recovery Guide

Day Trips from Kingston: Your Carnival Recovery Guide

Jamaica’s heartbeat pulses through every street during carnival season — but even the wildest partygoers need to hit pause. If you’ve just landed in Kingston for the ultimate carnival bash and you're feeling the road fatigue or simply need to unwind between dancehall...

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How to Use inDrive: A Guide to Affordable Rides in Jamaica

How to Use inDrive: A Guide to Affordable Rides in Jamaica

We’ve been using inDrive for years in Jamaica, and our experiences have shaped a love-hate relationship with the service. While inDrive offers unbeatable flexibility, affordability, and a local vibe—especially during the high-energy Jamaica Carnival—there have been...

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Kerwin Du Bois Confirmed for Xodus Carnival 2025

KINGSTON, Jamaica — Jamaica’s carnival scene just turned up the heat! Soca heavyweight Kerwin Du Bois will be hitting the road with Xodus in 2025, and we’re here at jamaica-carnival.com with all the details on this must-see addition to the lineup.Soca sensation is set...

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Exploring J’ouvert Traditions: Celebrating Caribbean Culture

Exploring J’ouvert Traditions: Celebrating Caribbean Culture

Imagine the streets bathed in color at the crack of dawn—paint, powder, and pure energy swirling together as crowds dance through neighborhoods to the infectious beat of soca and dancehall. That’s J’ouvert: a pre-dawn road march, a party, and a deeply rooted cultural...

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Things to do in Kingston

Things to do in Kingston

While Carnival may be the highlight of your trip, Kingston offers so much more beyond the fetes, road march, and J’ouvert. Whether you’re looking for cultural immersion, outdoor adventures, or some downtime after the carnival hype, this guide has you covered.

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