Trinidad and Tobago, consists of two main islands. Trinidad Island is the main part of the country, 95% of the population lives here. Over 40% of the population are Africans. The rest of the population consists of Indians, mestizos, Europeans and Asians. The capital and largest city is Port of Spain, located on the island of Trinidad. The currency of the country is the Trinidad and Tobago dollar (TDD). The country can be visited at any time of the year, but keep in mind that it often rains in June and July.

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Trinidad and Tobago / Caribbean How to Get There?

There are direct flights to Trinidad and Tobago from the United States, Panama and the United Kingdom. If you use transfer flights, the journey time can be about 15 hours. Passengers arrive at Piarco International Airport. From the airport to the capital about 4 km. The nearest town to the airport is Saint George, which is about 2.5 km away.

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Information about Trinidad and Tobago / Caribbean

Vacation in the country you can start from the capital of Port-of-Spain, on the island of Trinidad. In this city you can spend an interesting vacation, enjoying the beaches and the sea and walking through the old streets of the city. Also, be sure to visit the second island of Tobago. It is slightly smaller in size, but no less interesting and beautiful.

Trinidad and Tobago are a country with a lot of seafood in the cuisine, like in other island countries. Fried sharks, flying fish and other marine animals are definitely worth your while. Rice and tropical fruits are also widely used in the preparation of local dishes. The islands are grown cocoa, sugar, coffee, banana, characteristic of these tropical regions. Local love a variety of dishes from chicken. In Trinidad you can find a chicken restaurant at every turn.

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The local population also knows how to have fun. Every year in February, March and November various festivals, carnivals and fests are held. If you want to enjoy the nightlife, then Trinidad will provide you with a large selection of bars and nightclubs for every taste.

On the islands of Trinidad, you can also do any kind of water sports. Fans and professionals of diving, windsurfing, water skiing, etc. come here every year. For beginners on the beaches, you can take lessons from an instructor and rent surfing or diving equipment here.

Accommodation Trinidad and Tobago / Caribbean

We have prepared some recommendations for finding a hotel in Trinidad and Tobago.

Hyatt Regency Trinidad: The hotel is located in Port-of-Spain. Trinidad and Tobago water taxi and ferry terminals are 5 minutes ’walk away. The hotel has a spa and fitness center. The hotel has its own beach, restaurant and lobby bar.

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Radisson Hotel Trinidad: The hotel with an outdoor pool and restaurant is located in Port of Spain with a view of the Paria Gulf. The popular Caroni Suomp National Park is a 20-minute drive away. The hotel offers a leisure service with excellent cuisine, a swimming pool, a lobby and nightly entertainment.