AOPT boss says CARIFESTA no big business for small taxis - Barbados Today

Saint Lucian masqueraders brings ‘Papa Jab’ to regional stage at CARIFESTA

Saint Lucian performers captivated audiences in Barbados at CARIFESTA XV while showcasing their unique “Papa Jab” Christmas masquerade tradition through colourful characters and vibrant storytelling during the cultural presentation. The event ran from August 22 to August 31, 2025 under the theme “Caribbean Roots, Global Excellence.” The Papa Jab Masquerade, also known as Papa Djab, is a traditional Christmas street theatre performance rooted in …

AOPT boss says CARIFESTA no big business for small taxis - Barbados Today

Small taxi operators did not achieve any meaningful benefits from the recently concluded CARIFESTA XV, the chairman of the Alliance Owners of Public Transport (AOPT) has said. Roy Raphael, whose organisation represents large and small taxis, said that while some drivers earned fares transporting patrons to festival events, the overall impact was “nothing to shout about”. He noted that most transport arrangements were handled by the National Cult…