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Trinidad & Tobago Vacations, Rentals, Adventure Travel, Tours & Getaways
When the warm season draws to a close in the northern climes of the world, people in those areas begin to think about where they can go for a winters getaway. One destination, often not considered, is the two island caribean archepelogo Republic of of Trinidad and Tobago (often referred to as T&T). This country the two main islands (Trinidad & Tobago) as well and numerous smaller landforms – including Chacachacare, Monos, Huevos, Gaspar Grande (or Gasparee), Little Tobago, and St. Giles Island.
The two main islands, that are located in the south caribean and off the coast of Venezuala, are as different as night and day. Trinidad, the larger of the two islands is more populated and has typical sandy beaches, some of which can be very busy. Unlike much of the caribean, Trinidad's economy is based on the petroleum and petrochemical industry (Ergo the steel barrels developed Trinidad's musical drums for steelpan bads) The island's smaller neighbour, Tobago is less populated, more agrarian and has an excellent selection of, for the most part, unpopulated beaches! The island is also an eco destination, with its Main Ridge Forest Reserve (protected since 1776).
Getting There & Major Cities
The airports for T&T are Piarco International Airport (POS) at Port Of Spain, on Trinidad and Crown Point Airport (TAB) on Tobago. Port of Spain is the capital and Scarborough is Tobago
The capital is Port of Spain and the largest city, on Trindad is San Fernando and the the largest popoulation on Tobago is in the town of Scarborough.
Accomodations
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Trinidad and Tobago don't have the massive beach resorts, so often associated with caribean destinations. Trinidad has an excellent selection hotels and both islands have many guest houses, lodges and hostels. Bookings in advance of travel is always suggested.
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Beaches
Trinidad's beaches are located on specific parts of the island, with some being on the smaller islands off the coast. North-West Peninsula: Bombshell Bay, Chacachacare Island, Chagacabana - Chaguaramas, Chagville Beach, Macqueripe, Scotland Bay, Williams Bay. North Coast: Blanchisseuse; Las Cuevas; Maracas Bay; Tyrico. North-East Coast: Balandra; Grande Rivire, Manzanilla, Mayaro, Saline Bay, Salybia Bay, Sans Souci Bay. South-West Coast: Cedros, Guapo Beach, Granville, Quinam Beach and Vessigny.
Eco travelers, seeking beaches in Trinidad, may want seek out these sites:
The less popolated beaches on Tobaggo include: Castara Beach, Englishman's Bay, King's Bay, Man 'O War Bay, Mount Irvine Bay, Pigeon Point, Speyside Beach, Store Bay and Turtle Beach.
Tasty T&T (Food & Beverages)
Like several other destinations in the Caribean, T&T has it's own very specific cuisine, that includes a lot of seafood as well local meats (often goat) and greens and often involves curry, borrowed from the east indian peoples that came as workers. Street food abounds and it includes corn on the cob, BBQ meat, jerk meat often served in a roti (flat bread). There are also many Cantonese Chinese restraunts, that have their own T&T inspired fare. T&T's rarity is Shark and bake, which is deep fried shark served bettween two pieces of fried bread. Add your toppings and it's good to go!
Carnival
"Chippin’ 'n Winin’
T&T is known for its Carnival and the birthplace of steelpan, calypso, soca, and limbo; all of which are naturally associated with having a great caribean party with excellent opprotunities to travel there at that time.
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Carnival Costumes
Photo Credits: Tourism Development Company of Trinidad and Tobago
Traditionally, in Christianity, carnival marked the last opportunity to celebrate and to use up special foods before Lent. The Lenten period of the Church calendar, being the six weeks directly before Easter, was marked by fasting and other pious or penetential practices. While the starting day of Carnival varies, the festival usually builds up to a crescendo in the week before lent, ending on Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday), before Ash Wednesday, the beginning of Lent. The 2010 T&T Carnival is scheduled for February 15 & 16.
Adventure
Tobago is an adventure traveler's dream! The Main Ridge Forest Reserve (protected since 1776), is spread over the island's mountainous spine. Nature trails will allow you to explore the forest's diverse flora and fauna. Througout T&T you can find opportunities for birding, hiking, mountain biking, sailing, diving, snorkelling, sea kayaking, caving, nature and fishing.
Here is a selection of Trinadad & Tobago Adventure Travel Activities:
 EcoTour In Trinidad & Tobago | Rooks Nature Tours Paria Springs provides quality birding, hiking, mountain biking, kayaking, caving, nature & adventure tours throughout our stunning islands imparting a love of nature & nurturing conservation. We arrange packages of accommodation, meals, tous etc Great rates for RealAdventures visitors >> Click For Details & Pictures |
 Fishing In Trinidad & Tobago | Tarpon Fishing - Tobago Come to Tobago for the thrill of landing a 50 to 100 lb. tarpon, the most acrobatic of all fish, full body jumps, and a favorite of salt water fishers.Stay with us at Hibiscus Heights, ocean view, housekeeping and just steps to the beach. Starting at US $170 Per Trip >> Click For Details & Pictures |
| PS Shuttle Service We offer shuttle services, to those that would like to get around the island, be it for sight seeing tours, or for business purposes and wish not to drive, we will do the driving for you and take you where you would like to be. Great rates for RealAdventures visitors >> Click For Details & Pictures |
Paria Springs Eco-Community Paria Springs offers a variety of eco adventure tours hiking, mountain biking, kayaking or birding through rainforests, wetlands or along rugged coasts. We offer lodge and community based accommodations deep in the rainforest or on stunning coasts Starting at US $45 Per Person >> Click For Details & Pictures |
Attractions
If you go to Tabago during Easter, there is one thing you don't want to miss...Goat racing! At this annual event at Buccoo, he owners of the competing "critters" run with their goats on a lead. The betting is hot and heavy and the entertainment is awesome!
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