A trip to Trinidad and Tobago is great for vacationers who like to do it all.  What one island is missing, the other is sure to have.  Trinidad has more casinos than Tobago and host most of the island's events and festivals, while Tobago is the better island to visit for beaches and features more water activities like diving and snorkeling; both are known for their natural beauty and wild life sites...

Casinos

Though there are casinos on each island, the bulk of them reside on Trinidad.  Here you can gamble at hotels, stand-alone casinos, and slot machines conveniently located in a few bars and clubs...

Beaches

The most popular beach among tourists in Trinidad is Maracas Bay, while Pigeon Point is a great location on Tobago.  There are both public and private beaches on the islands...

Just off the coast of South America, Trinidad is the southern most island in the West Indies. Because of it's close proximity to the equator, warm weather is to be expected even in the deepest months of the winter. Year round daytime high temperatures average in the mid-to-upper 80s (Fahrenheit), dropping about 10 to 15 degrees cooler in the evenings. Trinidad and Tobago receive about 40 inches of rain a year, mostly in the winter months. The islands are south of the hurricane belt, so tropical storms are almost never a concern. Our detailed month-by-month weather guide will help you plan ahead...

Getting to Trinidad is simple once you know your options. For those who feel the journey is as important as the destination, you may want to consider a cruise or sailing a chartered yacht. For those who would rather get there and start your experience on the island as soon as possible Trinidad is happy to accommodate air travel from all over...

Culinary Styles

While international cuisine and fast food restaurants are widely available on the islands of Trinidad and Tobago, to truly get the most of your vacation, sampling the local fare is a must. India, Spain, and other parts of Europe have contributed to the population as well as the local culinary style. Indian cuisine is very prevalent on the islands, especially in the form of spicy curry dishes like lunchtime favorite rotis, a flat bread stuffed with chickpea curry and ground meat. Fresh seafood prepared in Spanish creole style is another local favorite.  Adventurous eaters may want to try a local delicacy like armadillo and possum stew...

Restaurants

From upscale dining establishments to street vendors, travelers can experience a wide array of flavors to match their budget. Restaurants in Trinidad and Tobago are largely unpretentious, and proper dining attire is generally whatever patrons feel most comfortable wearing. Read more tips like these in our detailed article about local restaurants. Or, read descriptions of individual restaurants, organized alphabetically and by type of cuisine...

Before arriving in Trinidad and Tobago, take some time to learn about the history, culture, and economy of the people who inhabit the islands.  This is a great way to lessen the culture shock of being in another country, as well as provide you a sense of appreciation for Trinidad and Tobago you may not have had otherwise...

History

The histories of Trinidad and Tobago are vastly different, though today they comprise a single small nation. While Columbus discovered and claimed Trinidad for Spain, England claimed the nearby island of Tobago more than a century later, in 1626. There followed by a long running struggle for control between the British and Spanish. After the British finally gained control of the area in 1803, they merged the two islands into a single political entity...

Economy

When it comes to the economy, Trinidad and Tobago have only a few comodities in common.  Agriculture and tourism has brought money to both islands...

Crime

Crime has become an issue for tourists more and more in recent years.  Read our guide to Crime in Trinidad and Tobago in order to learn a few tips on protecting yourself and avoiding the worse...