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Port of Spain City Tour
The bustling capital of Trinidad, Port of Spain, is an exciting city that intricately blends
ancient and modern worlds and has a wide selection of shopping, art galleries and
restaurants. Famous landmarks, majestic buildings and lush vegetation await your
discovery.
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The bustling capital of Trinidad, Port of Spain, is an exciting city that intricately blends
ancient and modern worlds and has a wide selection of shopping, art galleries and
restaurants. Famous landmarks, majestic buildings and lush vegetation await your
discovery.
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Island Circle Tour
Heading south out of Port of Spain and down the west coast, your circle island journey
begins. You'll see the spectacular scenery of places such as the Gulf of Paris, Mayaro
Beach, and Manzanilla. You will also visit the town of San Fernando, the second largest city
of Trinidad.
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Heading south out of Port of Spain and down the west coast, your circle island journey
begins. You'll see the spectacular scenery of places such as the Gulf of Paris, Mayaro
Beach, and Manzanilla. You will also visit the town of San Fernando, the second largest city
of Trinidad.
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Tobago Island Explorer
Drive through Tobago's capital, Scarborough, visit Fort King George before embarking on
the scenic Windward Road to enjoy spectacular mountain scenery, sprawling beaches and
small coastal villages. Visit to a 10th century Sugar Plantation House and the fishing
village of Charlottesville, with Tobago's highest mountain, Pigeon Peak rising just behind it.
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Drive through Tobago's capital, Scarborough, visit Fort King George before embarking on
the scenic Windward Road to enjoy spectacular mountain scenery, sprawling beaches and
small coastal villages. Visit to a 10th century Sugar Plantation House and the fishing
village of Charlottesville, with Tobago's highest mountain, Pigeon Peak rising just behind it.
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Buccoo Reef
Bucooo Reef has been named one of the spectacular sights to behold in the world, so
what better reason to visit? This 2 1/2 hour journey from Scarborough will take you to
this natural wonder, where even non-swimmers will delight in the underwater world with
a glass bottom boat ride.
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Bucooo Reef has been named one of the spectacular sights to behold in the world, so
what better reason to visit? This 2 1/2 hour journey from Scarborough will take you to
this natural wonder, where even non-swimmers will delight in the underwater world with
a glass bottom boat ride.
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Asa Wright Nature Center
Trinidad boasts of an ecological diversity unmatched in the Caribbean and the east coast
features protected wetlands and miles of fine brown sand. On this five and a half hour
tour, travel to the fascinating Asa Wright Nature Center, where you will experience rich
bird life such as the Ruby-topaz humming-bird and the tufted coquette.
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Trinidad boasts of an ecological diversity unmatched in the Caribbean and the east coast
features protected wetlands and miles of fine brown sand. On this five and a half hour
tour, travel to the fascinating Asa Wright Nature Center, where you will experience rich
bird life such as the Ruby-topaz humming-bird and the tufted coquette.
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Trinidad and Tobago
The Republic of Trinidad and Tobago is an archipelagic state of southeasterly
islands of the Antilles (West Indies) situated between 10° 2' and 11° 12' N
latitude and 60° 30' and 61° 56' W longitude. At the closest point, Trinidad is just
11 kilometres (7 miles) off the Venezuelan coast. Covering an area of 5,128
square kilometres (1,979 sq mi), the country consists of the two main islands,
Trinidad and Tobago, and 21 smaller islands – including Chacachacare, Monos,
Huevos, Gaspar Grande (or Gasparee), Little Tobago, and St. Giles Island.
The terrain of the islands is a mixture of mountains and plains. The highest point in
the country is found on the Northern Range at El Cerro del Aripo which is situated
at 940 metres (3,085 ft) above sea level.
The climate is tropical. There are two seasons annually: the dry season for the
first six months of the year, and the wet season in the second half of the year.
Winds are predominantly from the northeast and are dominated by the northeast
trade winds. Unlike most of the other Caribbean islands, both Trinidad and Tobago
have frequently escaped the wrath of major devastating hurricanes.
People of African and Indian descent comprise the majority of the population, with
people of mixed race, European, Chinese and Middle Eastern ancestry adding
diversity to the ethnic mix. As the majority of the population live in Trinidad, this is
the location of most major towns and cities. There are three major municipalities in
Trinidad: Port of Spain, the capital, San Fernando, and Chaguanas. Of these,
Chaguanas is the fastest growing. The main town in Tobago is Scarborough.
Although Trinidad and Tobago as a whole does not rely heavily on tourism as a
source of revenue it is famous for its pre-Lenten festival known as Carnival and
as the birthplace of steelpan, calypso, soca, and limbo.
islands of the Antilles (West Indies) situated between 10° 2' and 11° 12' N
latitude and 60° 30' and 61° 56' W longitude. At the closest point, Trinidad is just
11 kilometres (7 miles) off the Venezuelan coast. Covering an area of 5,128
square kilometres (1,979 sq mi), the country consists of the two main islands,
Trinidad and Tobago, and 21 smaller islands – including Chacachacare, Monos,
Huevos, Gaspar Grande (or Gasparee), Little Tobago, and St. Giles Island.
The terrain of the islands is a mixture of mountains and plains. The highest point in
the country is found on the Northern Range at El Cerro del Aripo which is situated
at 940 metres (3,085 ft) above sea level.
The climate is tropical. There are two seasons annually: the dry season for the
first six months of the year, and the wet season in the second half of the year.
Winds are predominantly from the northeast and are dominated by the northeast
trade winds. Unlike most of the other Caribbean islands, both Trinidad and Tobago
have frequently escaped the wrath of major devastating hurricanes.
People of African and Indian descent comprise the majority of the population, with
people of mixed race, European, Chinese and Middle Eastern ancestry adding
diversity to the ethnic mix. As the majority of the population live in Trinidad, this is
the location of most major towns and cities. There are three major municipalities in
Trinidad: Port of Spain, the capital, San Fernando, and Chaguanas. Of these,
Chaguanas is the fastest growing. The main town in Tobago is Scarborough.
Although Trinidad and Tobago as a whole does not rely heavily on tourism as a
source of revenue it is famous for its pre-Lenten festival known as Carnival and
as the birthplace of steelpan, calypso, soca, and limbo.
Official Language: English
Entry Requirements:
Business travellers and tourists must produce passports
valid for three months longer than the intended stay and a
return ticket, for entry into Trinidad and Tobago. For tourism
and business related visits of up to 90 days, visas are not
required for citizens of the United States, Canada, Caricom
(except Haiti), as well as most European Union and British
Commonwealth
New travel document requirements under the Western
Hemisphere Travel Initiative requires persons from the
United States and North America who wish to re-enter or
visit the United States to present a valid passport.
Departure Tax
A Departure Tax of TT$100.00 must be paid by everyone
when leaving T&T - except citizens 60 years of age or older
Medical
Visitors arriving in Trinidad and Tobago within five days of
leaving an area with yellow fever must present a vaccination
certificate to Immigration Officials.
Trinidad and Tobago has several modern private hospitals
and a network of public hospitals, district health centres and
community clinics. Treatment is free to non residents at all
public health facilities. Walk-ins are welcome, but priority is
given to emergency cases
Water
Tap water is safe to drink, and bottled water is widely
available at supermarkets, bars, neighbourhood shops and
food stalls
Electricity:
110/220 volts. If this voltage is different from your home
country, some hotels offer adapters to their guests or
adaptors can be purchased from local hardware and
electrical stores.
Laws:
Illegal drugs are not allowed into Trinidad and Tobago.
Travelers found to be in possession of illegal drugs such as
cocaine and marijuana (even a small amount) face serious
penalties and jail sentences.
Travellers are also cautioned against wearing military or
camouflage clothing, as it is illegal in Trinidad and Tobago.
Persons dressed in camouflage risk being detained by
Customs officials and having the garments confiscated.
Entry Requirements:
Business travellers and tourists must produce passports
valid for three months longer than the intended stay and a
return ticket, for entry into Trinidad and Tobago. For tourism
and business related visits of up to 90 days, visas are not
required for citizens of the United States, Canada, Caricom
(except Haiti), as well as most European Union and British
Commonwealth
New travel document requirements under the Western
Hemisphere Travel Initiative requires persons from the
United States and North America who wish to re-enter or
visit the United States to present a valid passport.
Departure Tax
A Departure Tax of TT$100.00 must be paid by everyone
when leaving T&T - except citizens 60 years of age or older
Medical
Visitors arriving in Trinidad and Tobago within five days of
leaving an area with yellow fever must present a vaccination
certificate to Immigration Officials.
Trinidad and Tobago has several modern private hospitals
and a network of public hospitals, district health centres and
community clinics. Treatment is free to non residents at all
public health facilities. Walk-ins are welcome, but priority is
given to emergency cases
Water
Tap water is safe to drink, and bottled water is widely
available at supermarkets, bars, neighbourhood shops and
food stalls
Electricity:
110/220 volts. If this voltage is different from your home
country, some hotels offer adapters to their guests or
adaptors can be purchased from local hardware and
electrical stores.
Laws:
Illegal drugs are not allowed into Trinidad and Tobago.
Travelers found to be in possession of illegal drugs such as
cocaine and marijuana (even a small amount) face serious
penalties and jail sentences.
Travellers are also cautioned against wearing military or
camouflage clothing, as it is illegal in Trinidad and Tobago.
Persons dressed in camouflage risk being detained by
Customs officials and having the garments confiscated.
Currency
The local currency is the Trinidad and Tobago dollar. US
dollars are widely accepted at an approximate rate of TT
$6 to US $1 Euro's and the Pound Sterling (GBP) are not
as widely accepted as US dollars.
Traveller's cheques and international credit cards are
accepted at most hotels, restaurants and malls.
Banking:
Banks are open on Monday to Thursday, 8am-2pm and
Friday, 9am-12noon and 3-5pm. Banks located in
shopping plazas and malls hours are from 10am to 6pm.
ATM machines are located at the airport, banks, malls,
cities and towns.
Shopping
Shops open from 8 am to 5 pm from Monday to Saturday -
Stores in malls are open from 10am to 7pm. Most malls
and shops are closed on Sundays and Public Holidays.
Hotel Tax
This tax of 10% is standard to all hotels and guesthouses.
In addition, hotels may add on their own service and
utility fees or security deposits
Value Added Tax
Value Added Tax, or VAT, is a 15% tax added to goods
and services. The prices displayed in stores usually
include this tax, unless otherwise stated.
Telecommunications:
The international dialling code for Trinidad and Tobago is
1-868 followed by seven digits. On the islands, use the
seven digits alone.
Cellular Service
There are 2 cellular phone service providers.- Digicel and
the Telecommunications Services of Trinidad and Tobago
(TSTT)
Internet
Internet cafes are very popular in T&T and rates start at
US .80 cents per hour. Internet access is free at all public
libraries
Getting Around Trinidad and Tobago
Driving
To drive you will need a valid international driver's permit
or one issued in the Bahamas, Canada, England, France,
Germany or the United States of America. This permit is
valid for 90 days after arrival.
Public Transportation
Trinidad and Tobago has a wide-ranging system of public
transport, including a state owned bus service, taxis and
maxi-taxis (mini buses and vans).
Air Bridge
There is a regular air service, or air bridge, between
Trinidad and Tobago. The first of roughly 12 daily flights
leaves Piarco International Airport at 6am. .
Ferry
The Port Authority of Trinidad and Tobago (PATT) manage
a daily ferry service providing transport for passengers,
vehicles and cargo between Port of Spain and
Scarborough.
Services on board the vessels include dining and bars.
The local currency is the Trinidad and Tobago dollar. US
dollars are widely accepted at an approximate rate of TT
$6 to US $1 Euro's and the Pound Sterling (GBP) are not
as widely accepted as US dollars.
Traveller's cheques and international credit cards are
accepted at most hotels, restaurants and malls.
Banking:
Banks are open on Monday to Thursday, 8am-2pm and
Friday, 9am-12noon and 3-5pm. Banks located in
shopping plazas and malls hours are from 10am to 6pm.
ATM machines are located at the airport, banks, malls,
cities and towns.
Shopping
Shops open from 8 am to 5 pm from Monday to Saturday -
Stores in malls are open from 10am to 7pm. Most malls
and shops are closed on Sundays and Public Holidays.
Hotel Tax
This tax of 10% is standard to all hotels and guesthouses.
In addition, hotels may add on their own service and
utility fees or security deposits
Value Added Tax
Value Added Tax, or VAT, is a 15% tax added to goods
and services. The prices displayed in stores usually
include this tax, unless otherwise stated.
Telecommunications:
The international dialling code for Trinidad and Tobago is
1-868 followed by seven digits. On the islands, use the
seven digits alone.
Cellular Service
There are 2 cellular phone service providers.- Digicel and
the Telecommunications Services of Trinidad and Tobago
(TSTT)
Internet
Internet cafes are very popular in T&T and rates start at
US .80 cents per hour. Internet access is free at all public
libraries
Getting Around Trinidad and Tobago
Driving
To drive you will need a valid international driver's permit
or one issued in the Bahamas, Canada, England, France,
Germany or the United States of America. This permit is
valid for 90 days after arrival.
Public Transportation
Trinidad and Tobago has a wide-ranging system of public
transport, including a state owned bus service, taxis and
maxi-taxis (mini buses and vans).
Air Bridge
There is a regular air service, or air bridge, between
Trinidad and Tobago. The first of roughly 12 daily flights
leaves Piarco International Airport at 6am. .
Ferry
The Port Authority of Trinidad and Tobago (PATT) manage
a daily ferry service providing transport for passengers,
vehicles and cargo between Port of Spain and
Scarborough.
Services on board the vessels include dining and bars.
Golfing in Trinidad & Tobago
Trinidad has six golf courses:
The Petrotrin Pointe-a-Pierre Golf Club (18 hole, USGA
rated par 70 golf course)
Usine Ste. Madeline Golf Course ( 9 hole)
The Brechin Castle Golf Course ( 9 hole)
St Andrews Golf Course (Championship 18-hole golf
course)
The Chaguaramas Golf Course is a unique Par 67,
5,646-yard golf course with its nine holes and 18 T Boxes
Millennium Lakes Golf Course is a PGA-designed 18-hole
par 71 championship course
Tobago has two championship 18 hole golf courses:
The Tobago Plantations Golf Course
Mount Irvine Bay Golf Course
Trinidad has six golf courses:
The Petrotrin Pointe-a-Pierre Golf Club (18 hole, USGA
rated par 70 golf course)
Usine Ste. Madeline Golf Course ( 9 hole)
The Brechin Castle Golf Course ( 9 hole)
St Andrews Golf Course (Championship 18-hole golf
course)
The Chaguaramas Golf Course is a unique Par 67,
5,646-yard golf course with its nine holes and 18 T Boxes
Millennium Lakes Golf Course is a PGA-designed 18-hole
par 71 championship course
Tobago has two championship 18 hole golf courses:
The Tobago Plantations Golf Course
Mount Irvine Bay Golf Course
Sight-Seeing Tours in Trinidad & Tobago
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Trinidad Highlights and Scenic Drive
The main destination of this sightseeing tour is Maracas Beach, the most popular beach
in northern Trinidad. After a quick exploration of Port of Spain, you'll journey via the
Saddle Road to this beautiful getaway. Magnificent views await you on this 3.5 hour
journey.
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The main destination of this sightseeing tour is Maracas Beach, the most popular beach
in northern Trinidad. After a quick exploration of Port of Spain, you'll journey via the
Saddle Road to this beautiful getaway. Magnificent views await you on this 3.5 hour
journey.
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