Trinidad and Tobago - Destination Handbook

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Our twin islands are really like siblings – we possess a fierce love and
awestruck admiration for each other – yet we are as different as night and day…
TRINIDAD
Do you have a sister or brother that’s really lively
That’s Trinidad!
When first-time visitors come to the Caribbean,
they may expect to find a laid-back paradise of
pina coladas and poolsides. Trinidad challenges
the status quo; breaks the mold. You can chart
your own adventure with our help of course,
and discover the unexpected with a vast choice of
festivals, fun events and a host of other adrenalinegenerating
activities.
Port of Spain, our bustling capital city, is filled
with an enchanting myriad of art galleries and
restaurants. At the National Museum you can
delve into the culture of our country and its
diverse people.
If you prefer to be more laid back and take your
time discovering our treasures, we also have our
share of quiet quality. Once part of the South
American mainland, Trinidad, with its boot-like
shape measuring 37 miles (80km) by 50 miles
(60 km), boasts an ecological and geographical
diversity unmatched in the region.
The gorgeous, sandy beaches along our North
Coast provide the perfect atmosphere for
seclusion, rest and recreation. Dominated by
densely forested peaks, the northern interior
offers excellent hiking trails framed by canopies
of lush, indigenous rain forest, while the low,
predominantly agricultural plains of Central
Trinidad strike a fascinating contrast.
Our East Coast is home to protected wetlands and
miles of beach frontage lined by groves of coconut
palms, known to locals as the ‘Cocal’. The island’s
‘Industrial Capital’ is a hilly, friendly base from
which to explore the island’s modern oil towns,
picturesque fishing villages and calm, deserted
beaches.
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