The 2012 Miami Broward One Carnival Wraps in “Mas” Style

“With tens of thousands of visitors from around the world, nation, and the State of Florida, Miami Broward Carnival demonstrated the power of cultural tourism and provided a needed boost to the South Florida economy in filling the beds of hotels, the seats of restaurants and rent-a-cars, and the doorways of fete venues.  The Caribbean-American market continues to grow exponentially and reveal potential opportunities from corporate community” said Marlon Hill.  

Carnival Executive Director Ruthven Williams mentioned “It is such a pleasure to get feedback from our bands, steelbands, masqueraders and participants who all had such a wonderful time during the Carnival week.  Our thanks to all of them, also to the Board, the many supporters, sponsors and others who contributed to the success of the 2012 Carnival.  I particularly thank and recognize the Miami Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs, the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Mayor and the Board of County Commissioners for their continued and ongoing support of our event.”

Additionally, celebrations were in store as Jamaica and Trinidad and Tobago celebrated their 50th anniversaries. “With our commitment to the Caribbean Diaspora as a whole, I would like to thanks the various Consulates who assisted us and the huge contribution made by the Trinidad and Tobago Consul General and staff.” Rafiek Mohammed.

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