It's Carnival Season in Jamaica! From January to April 23 parties abound around the island including weekly mas camp, beach jouvert and much more. Take a look at the carnival experience in Jamaica through the eyes of our in-house writer Allana and get ready to hit the road for 2017! To help you on your journey, the expert party goers at Bacchanal Jamaica have a list of all the must-have items needed for Carnival in Jamaica.

• Comfortable sneakers
• Sandals to match your tropical outfits
• An old t shirt, shorts and headband  you can do without for Jouvert - remember it is a party with a difference PAINT
• Sunblock for the road  - it can be blistering if you don't block it
• Those great colorful snazzy sun glasses - you want to complement your costume
• You don't need money - Bacchanal Jamaica is an all inclusive beyond premium  band so just an arm candy bag for the other necessities or a waste pouch
• Lots of casual wear - the parties are non stop and you don't want to miss out on anything
• A wave rag - carnival is all about 'jump and wave'
• A camera to take all those beautiful pictures along the way
• A sipper cup with a straw to ensure you hydrate
• Start listening to the soca music now - it is great to know the music beforehand
• Book your tickets at touchstoneticketing.com to be sure you have the hottest and best parties on your bucket list
• A cap to help with that sun
• Book your getaway package at latoya@travelairholidays.ca she has the ultimate package - costumes, hotel, transportation, fete tickets, Club Kingston VIP package and a goodie bag; she delivers your costume to the hotel as well