Discover the splendor of Trinidad and Tobago

Trinidad and Tobago complement each other well, especially for travelers who'd like a combination of the Caribbean's legendary beauty and some big-city excitement.

The country's natural wonders attract many visitors. Its clear, azure seas and light sands bordered by palm trees create breathtaking vistas. Whether you want to soak up the sun on a quiet, uncrowded beach or snorkel through the reefs, you can do it all. Trinidad has a few good beaches, but for serious beach time and water sports, Tobago is the place to go.

Bird watching is spectacular here, with several bird sanctuaries and rainforests providing ample opportunities. To broaden your scope, visit a wildlife sanctuary, botanical garden, zoo, or nature preserve. Leatherback turtles lay their eggs on select beaches in the spring, and if you're quiet enough, you can watch.

More intrepid travelers may enjoy exploring the country's fascinating caves. For a more intense experience, climb down into Trinidad's bat caves or watch the bats swarm out at sunset. Not daring enough? Try walking on the asphalt crust of a bubbling lake of tar.

Of course, there are other interesting things to do. A wealth of historical sites abound, particularly in Port of Spain. The country's few museums mostly focus on the islands' culture and history. You can also get a taste of traditional industries by touring a cocoa estate, coconut plantations, a rum distillery, and a sugar factory.

For gambling the night away, you'll find plenty of options. From hotel casinos to gambling clubs, you can play the slots, try your hand at blackjack, or roll the dice for those lucky sevens. Although Trinidad is casino central, Tobago has a few of its own, too.

Travelers to these sister islands soon discover why so many visitors choose to return again. With all Trinidad and Tobago have to offer, you may think you've found paradise.