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| Trinidad and Tobago Travel Guide |
"Trinidad and Tobago are just off the coast of Venezuela. Once connected to the South American mainland, a channel developed over time separating Trinidad from the mainland. Trinidad is host to an obvious continuation of the Andes, These beautiful mountains provide sites for some very interesting nature preserves. Much of the remainder of the island is given to mangrove swamps fed by the island's many rivers.
Tobago and its big sister, Trinidad, are the Caribbean's odd couple. Tiny Tobago is relaxed, slow-paced and largely undeveloped. Trinidad is a densely populated, thriving island with a cosmopolitan population and strong regional influences." |
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Carnival
"Music, dance, fun and excitement bring together both locals and tourists in what is said to be one of the most important and heated events taking place in Trinidad & Tobago; in fact, its one of the countrys main highlights, attracting people from all over the globe.
Carnival celebrations begin right after Christmas and culminate in the two days preceding Ash Wednesday. They include non-stop large open-air parties or concerts (fetes), parades, theatrical performances, costume displays and contests and, of course, the national music, calypso and soca.
Bear in mind that this is the peak season and that rooms should be booked well in advance for this period, particularly if you wish to attend the final Carnival celebrations."
Diwali
Considered as the land of the Humming Bird, Trinidad and Tobago has a good number of Indian populations. For that reason, Hindu festivals, customs, traditions and observances forms an integral part of the society, which comprises the unique beauty of the twin island state. The Diwali celebration has a unique flavor here in the Caribbean island nation. Here 43 per cent of the 1.3 million populations are ethnic Indians.
Pan Jazz Festival
"Port of Spain, Trinidad
The Pan Jazz Festival, held for three days in November, is a formal assemblage of pan drummers and jazz musicians"
Heritage Festival
"Tobago
Tobago's Heritage Festival runs for two weeks in late July and it arguably the major event on the island. This is their annual celebration of their heritage via music, dance and eats." |
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Buccoo Bay-Tobago
While the narrow brown sand beach at Buccoo Bay isn't as attractive or popular as white sand beaches seem to be, the offshore waters here are very popular with the divers. Also available are glassbottom boats which provide tours of the reef between Buccoo and Pigeon Point. Great for snorkeling.
Maracas Bay-Trinidad
Maracas Bay is about 2 hours from Port of Spain via a beautiful drive through the rainforest. Maracas Bay is Trinidad's longest and most popular beach. Swimming in the designated area is observed by lifeguards and a complete array of facilities is available
"National Museum & Art Gallery Port of Spain, Trinidad"
On display are works by Trinidad artists plus a number of exhibits about the cultural history of Trinidad.
"Caroni Bird Sanctuary Trinidad "
The Caroni Bird Sanctuary is refuge and roosting site the brilliant scarlet ibis ( national bird of Trinidad and Tobago), herons, egrets and several other species. At sunset you can view the birds flying to roost in the tops of the mangrove trees (binoculars recommended) which gives the trees a fluorescent crimson radiance.
"Queen's Park Savannah Port of Spain, Trinidad"
Mansions dating back to the Spanish colonial era: interesting stores and street vendors round out the flavour |
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Time Zone
GMT -4
Language Spoken
English.
Passport/ VISA
"Passports
Valid passport required by all nationals referred to in the chart above aged 16 years and over. Passport must be valid for at least six months from date of return.
Visas
Not required by nationals referred to in the chart above for the following periods of stay, except nationals of Australia who do require a visa:
(a) 1. nationals of the EU (except those listed below), Canada and the USA for stays of up to three months;
(b) 2. nationals of Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Romania, the Slovak Republic and Slovenia for stays of up to one month."
Climate
The islands enjoy a tropical climate with average maximum temperatures of 89F (32C). Tobago's temperatures are cooler, owing to the more constant north east trade winds. There is a dry season between January and May and a wet season from June to December. Annual rainfall is about 40 inches (200cm) over most of the country. Trinidad and Tobago lies just south of the hurricane belt. |
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