Trinidad and Tobago 2012 - invesTT

A GUIDE TO INVESTING IN TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO (2012)
Section 3
the only acoustic musical instrument invented during the
20th century. This festival attracts close to 40,000 visitors
annually which directly contributes an estimated TT$18
million dollars in revenue. The diverse cultural and religious
backgrounds of the people allow for many festivities and
ceremonies throughout the year. Other indigenous art forms
include soca (a derivative of calypso), parang (Venezuelaninfluenced
Christmas music), chutney and the famous Limbo
dance. There are several art galleries in the Port of Spain area
that feature the works of both local and foreign artists. Small
but vibrant theatre and dance companies thrive in Trinidad as
well. The cultural diversity of Trinidad and Tobago is further
reflected in the variety of local food choices that range from
Indian influenced to the local Creole cuisine. There is also
a wide choice of international cuisine and popular North
American fast foods throughout the island.
Language
The official language of Trinidad and Tobago is English.
Facilities exist for foreign language dealings and translations,
as may be required. In 2004, the government initiated
Spanish as a First Foreign Language Programme, heralding
a large increase in Spanish proficiency in the following years.
Spanish and French are taught at many of the nation’s
secondary schools. There are also institutions in Trinidad
that offer opportunities to study Spanish, French, Hindi,
Chinese, Japanese, Portuguese and German. Translation and
interpretation services in German, Spanish and French are
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