Here’s an estimate (the actual costs may be higher or lower) for you:
| 2013 Trinidad Carnival Budget | |||
| Item | 7 Nights | 5 Nights | Notes |
| US Dollars | US Dollars | ||
| Airfare to Trinidad | 600-900 | 600-900 | Estimate for US and Canada* |
| Hotel | 1270 | 908 | Based on double occupancy at Hilton Hotel |
| Local Transportation | 200 | 160 | Includes airport transfer |
| Meals | 240 | 80 | |
| Fetes | 650 | 400 | |
| Beach | 60 | 60 | |
| Jouvert | 50-90 | 50-90 | |
| Carnival Costume | 450-700 | 450-700 | |
| Total | $3520-4110 | $2708-3298 | |
*Contact me at info@trinidadcarnivaltour.com to book your flight from your city to Trinidad. The airfares should be released very soon.
It does make a significant difference to your budget if you book your flight and hotel accommodation early. You can book online for the Hyatt but contact the other hotels directly. You’ll note that you’ll have to pay a deposit when you book, however the longer you wait the higher the rate. Another consideration is that rooms with 2 double beds are the first to go. You can also contact me at info@trinidadcarnivaltour.com to reserve your accommodation.
I do feel less financial stress when I take care of my flight and hotel early. Also, depending on the band you’re playing mas with you’ll have to pay a deposit when you register and the balance is due either in January or when you pick up your costume. It’s nice to only have to finance 50% or less of your costs in January and February.I do find that making an early commitment to go to Trinidad for Carnival almost, always ensures that you will actually go. Don’t wait for the carnival fever to hit you in late January because the exorbitant costs may turn you off and you’ll be enjoying a live stream of the Trinidad Carnival from the comforts of your home.
Basically save $60 - $90 per week and you’ll be well on your way to the 2013 Trinidad Carnival! 