One of the Caribbean's more culturally interesting countries, this pair of islands just off the coast of Venezuela is not only the home of calypso and the steel drums, but a melange of Caribbean/Indian and Christian/Hindu cultures.

 

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The Island of Tobago Is a Sweet Little Slice of Old-Time Caribbean

 VisitTobago.gov.ttThe smaller of the two main islands which make up the country of Trinidad and Tobago lies 22 miles northeast of larger Trinidad (a 20-minute flight away, as well as with direct service to/from Barbados, the USA, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Germany). It´s known for its unspoiled natural beauty, rich history (dating back to 1654, and vibrant culture (which besides numerous current ways to experience it is particularly on display during events such as the Tobago Heritage…

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  • José Balido January 8, 2025 at 2:22pm
    Trinidad has been a violent place for quite a few years now (I look down at the comments below and see one from way back in 2009 about it overtaking Jamaica as the Caribbean´s "murder capital." But the recent surge in gang violence and declaration of a state of emergency takes it to a whole other level - even though the tourism people are trying to downplay it. On the other hand, Tobago is peaceful and unaffected by all the mayhem https://eturbonews.com/state-of-emergency-in-trinidad-and-tobago-ha...
  • Dave Acton December 21, 2024 at 12:02pm
    The Telegraph lists Tobago as one of its under-the-radar gems thanks to its wildlife and eco opportunities: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/travel/destinations/caribbean/under-the...
    10 under-the-radar corners of the Caribbean to discover
    These undiscovered islands have all the beauty of the region’s most popular destinations – without any of the crowds
  • Ken Kok Lee October 15, 2024 at 5:53pm
    Just caught this about Trinidad and Tobago in Travel+Leisure Asia - looks very tempting! https://www.travelandleisureasia.com/hk/hotels/central-and-south-am...
  • Dave Acton June 12, 2024 at 11:11am
    Just recently the Times of London came out with a great overview of T&T. (And btw I checked elsewhere and it seems the country is rated pretty ok for gay travelers, and same-sex relations were legalized in 2018)
    : https://www.thetimes.com/travel/destinations/caribbean-travel/trini...
    Trinidad and Tobago travel guide
    All you need to know about this twin-island state that stands out for its beaches, birdlife and carnivals.
  • Helen Brown May 31, 2024 at 9:16pm
    A little while back, Travel Noire shone a spotlight on T&T´s four beauty spots: top https://travelnoire.com/trinidad-and-tobago-natural-sites
    Going To Trinidad and Tobago? These 4 Natural Sites Are Worth A Visit - Travel Noire
    If you're going to Trinidad and Tobago for the first time, here are four scenic sites to take photographs.
  • Max Pesling February 29, 2024 at 7:11pm
    Culture Trip once again demonstrates its travel chops in this look at T&B: https://theculturetrip.com/caribbean/trinidad-tobago/articles/reaso...
    Reasons Why You Should Visit Trinidad And Tobago
    With beautiful natural landscapes steelpan music and one of the world's best carnivals Trinidad and Tobago should be next on your bucket list.
  • David Paul Appell December 22, 2023 at 1:23pm
    An interesting bit of Christmas lore from Trinidad dating from early on when it was a Spanish, not British, colony: https://www.dailykos.com/stories/2023/12/21/2212209/-Caribbean-Matt...
    Caribbean Matters: Celebrating Christmas in Trinidad and Tobago with parang
    It’s the Christmas holiday season in the Caribbean and as you might expect, celebrations there don’t feature snow, fir trees, or reindeer. Traditiona…
  • Helen Brown December 19, 2022 at 2:41pm
    The UK Daily Mail recently gave Tobago recently gave a hearty thumbs up to Tobago as a slice of the old-time Caribbean not to miss, and the reasons why. I haven't yet been, but now it's definitely on my radar for '23!
    https://www.dailymail.co.uk/travel/escape/article-11419969/Unspoile...
    Why unspoiled and uncrowded Tobago is the true gem of the Caribbean
    Tobago is the ultimate unspoiled paradise, teeming with sugared sands, colourful flora and thrilling hiking routes, set off by a warm welcome from ch…
  • Jeffrey Kunst April 2, 2022 at 11:12am
    Well, after a hiatus in 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Trinbago's Carnival was back this past February, but in scaled-back form: no big parties and parades but rather shows and competitions like this one: https://youtu.be/Udo_RilxGm0
  • Sante Caribe July 19, 2013 at 12:43pm

    Sante Caribe Oxygen/Ozone Healing Center On Tobago.9011265101?profile=original

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