Ah, Tobago, the smaller, more laid-back sister island of Trinidad, beckoning with its turquoise waters, lush rainforests, and secret coves. While the allure of Pigeon Point and Store Bay may be undeniable, sometimes the most breathtaking beauty lies hidden in the whispers of the locals. Here are 10 picturesque Tobago …
Read More »Period-proof swimming: A guide to hassle-free pool days
Going swimming can be a great way to cool down and have fun during the warm summer days. It is a relaxing pastime that can also keep you fit and burn some calories! But if you’re on your period, it can be hard to enjoy the pool because of the …
Read More »Hikers trek to Paria Waterfall
Leader of Island Hikers, Mario Russell, led a group of hikers for a three-hour hike which began at Spring Bridge, Blanchisseuse and ended at Paria Waterfall. Joanna Hayde shares photos of her fun trip with the group of more than 200 hikers to Paria Waterfall in 2014. She says that this class five hike was …
Read More »Fun family vacation in Tobago
Photo: Marissa Armoogam. The Ali family enjoys the water in a pool at Crown Point, Tobago. Aadam wearing snorkel gear, Khaleel in orange swim shorts, Elaina in blue life jacket and Sabeera in orange life jacket, all ready for an early morning swim. You can never catch them in the water …
Read More »Matura Basin – go swimming in mermaid pools
By Therese Chung. There are many natural wonders at Matura situated on the north eastern coast of Trinidad – from turtle watching to hiking to swimming in mermaid pools. Matura Basin is also known as Mermaid Pool and, no guys, mermaids don’t live there but you feel as though the myth …
Read More »Icacos at the end of Trinidad
Icacos - the end of Trinidad It’s a whole day thing if you’re starting from the north and driving to the end of Trinidad to Icacos. There are a lot of beaches so you may want to try a stop and go method. There isn’t any malls, movie centres, or restaurants. It’s like going back to a time when Trinidad was just starting to
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