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Discover <strong>Trinidad</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Tobago</strong>, a unique TrueCaribbean paradise.Bursting with spirit <strong>and</strong> a heady mix ofcultural activities, eco adventure <strong>and</strong> culinarydelights, there is no place in the world quitelike our tiny twin-isl<strong>and</strong> republic of 1.3 millionethnically diverse people.Our country presents a dual experience– from the cosmopolitan, bustling towns of<strong>Trinidad</strong>, to lazy days sunbathing on pristinebeaches in <strong>Tobago</strong>.The southernmost isl<strong>and</strong> in theCaribbean, <strong>Trinidad</strong> is an industrial giantboasting exciting nightlife, a robust energysector <strong>and</strong> growing manufacturing industry.<strong>Trinidad</strong> is also home to severalspectacular ecotourism attractions, includingthe Caroni Bird Sanctuary, home of ScarletIbis <strong>and</strong> manatees, <strong>and</strong> the Asa Wright NatureCentre, a birdwatchers’ paradise hiddenunder the thick canopy of our rainforests.Alive with nightlife, <strong>Trinidad</strong> boastsmyriads of options from Irish pubs, to livetheatre <strong>and</strong> modern dance clubs. But if<strong>Trinidad</strong> is the energetic heart of theseisl<strong>and</strong>s, <strong>Tobago</strong> is its serene soul, just twohours away from Port of Spain by fast ferry, or15 minutes by air.Covered by lush forests <strong>and</strong> surroundedby sparkling blue bays, <strong>Tobago</strong>’s waters arehome to spectacular reefs, boasting 300species of coral <strong>and</strong> colourful fish, whilethe isl<strong>and</strong>’s rugged spine is home to theoldest protected rainforest in the WesternHemisphere.From Carnival to calypso, steelpan tostick fighting, <strong>Trinidad</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Tobago</strong> has a rich<strong>and</strong> expansive culture that represents itsdiverse peoples <strong>and</strong> history. Many countriesin the world boast of Carnival celebrations,but none quite as stunning <strong>and</strong> all-embracingas <strong>Trinidad</strong>’s national festival. Whether youdecide to be a spectator on the sidelines,douse yourself in chocolate <strong>and</strong> join theJ’ouvert revelry or don a fabulous costume<strong>and</strong> dance the day away, our Carnival is anunforgettable experience.7
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