Mardi the Mask
Join the Celebration
Mardi wants to know what people are celebrating and why. She’ll watch the parade, try the festival food, listen to the music, and ask about the traditions behind what she sees.
She likes costumes and street parties, but she doesn’t treat every festival as interchangeable. Mardi reads about the event beforehand so she knows what is meaningful, what is just for fun, and how visitors are expected to take part.
Did you find Mardi?
How fun—you found Mardi!
Mardi isn’t lost. We leave her near festivals, parades, and places where local traditions are celebrated. If you found her, take a photo and tell us where she was.
You can take Mardi to a local celebration, a cultural event, or on your next trip. When you’re ready, leave her somewhere safe for another traveler to find.
How to Share Mardi’s Adventure
- Take a photo of Mardi.
- Tell us where you found her or where you took her.
- Tag @latitudebuddies.
- Use #MardiTheMask
Tell us what was being celebrated and what you learned about it.
Mardi on Vacation
See the parades, festivals, and traditions Mardi has experienced.
She likes the costumes, but she also wants to know what they mean.
About Mardi
Mardi enjoys the music, food, and crowds that come with a festival. She also takes time to understand where the tradition came from and what it means to the people who celebrate it.
Vibe
Colorful and involved
Loves
Parades, costumes, street festivals, and local traditions
Catchphrase
“What are we celebrating?”
Known For
Learning why the celebration matters before joining in
Mardi’s Travel Style
Mardi plans trips around festivals, cultural events, and important local celebrations. She checks dates carefully, books early, and looks for guided experiences that provide some background before the event begins.
Mardi gravitates toward
- Parades, festivals, and street celebrations
- Traditional costumes and regional music
- Holidays with a strong local meaning
- Cultural events that welcome visitors respectfully
- Trips planned around a specific celebration
Where Mardi Has Been
Travel Tips Mardi Loves
What will Mardi celebrate next?
Maybe a street festival in Spain, a holiday in Mexico, or a temple celebration in Thailand. Mardi will find out what it means before joining the crowd.
Part of the Latitude Buddies — travel companions designed to bring every journey to life.


