Trinidad International Airport coloured in Carnival as thousands arrive

Hundreds of international passengers were greeted with a special 'Welcome Home' celebration at Piarco International Airport, Trinidad.  The airport was transformed into a mini-carnival when Caribbean Airlines welcomed those arriving during the festive carnival season. It was the 7th edition of the Annual Customer Appreciation event hosted by the regional airline. As the travellers touched down at the airport, they were treated to a carnival experience comprised of the sweet melody of the steel pan, tassa drummers and Tunapuna rhythm section. Several other local performers made the event more exciting by dressing up as Moko Jumbies, Pierrot Grenade, Fancy Sailors and Dame Lorraine. [caption id="attachment_67685" align="aligncenter" width="693"] Moko Jumbies entertaining the passengers at the airport[/caption] The passengers were also offered mouth-watering local cuisines, including corn soup, doubles, chow, snow cones and even KFC along with complimentary gift bags. These were arranged by the airline and the sponsors of the event. [caption id="attachment_67687" align="aligncenter" width="680"] Free food stalls at the event[/caption] Caribbean Airlines brought the Savannah Stage experience to the Piarco International Airport and it was hosted by Patrick, the "HypeMan" who kept the vibe and energy going.

In addition to this, the CEO of the airline, Garvin Medera, said that the team was delighted to Welcome Home the returning and first-time visitors to Trinidad and Tobago and to share the traditions and energy of the Carnival with them.

He added that the carnival customer appreciation initiative is one of their key events and provides another opportunity to express their gratitude to the customers for their continued support.

[caption id="attachment_67686" align="aligncenter" width="695"] Welcome Home event hosted by Caribbean Airlines[/caption]

The CEO further wished his sincere gratitude to the airline's valued partners and stakeholders who have worked with them for yet another year and successfully hosted this event.

The event was sponsored by several entities including Royal Castle, KFC, Carib, Nestle, Brydens, VEMCO, Angostura, Sunshine Snacks, Kiss Baking Company, Foodhall, Monster Energy and Optometrists Today.

Caribbean Airlines also thanked its partners, including the Airports Authority Trinidad and Tobago (AATT), National Carnival Commission (NCC), Tourism Trinidad Limited (TTL) and Tobago Tourism Agency Limited (TTAL) who made the event a huge success.