The Caribbean carnival is a celebration of life, music, and culture that takes place annually in various Caribbean islands. It lasts for several days, with music, dancing, and partying. The carnival is believed to have roots in African and European traditions, perhaps originating in Trinidad and Tobago.
The celebrations typically include costumes, masks, makeup, calypso, soca, and reggae music and involve the preparation and display of elaborate floats. One distinguishing aspect of the carnival depicted in "(C)arnival by the sea" is a time for people of all generations to enjoy themselves.