This article is a personal account of trekking the Bamboo Cathedral in Chaguaramas, documenting a first-person narrative of the journey from the Tucker Valley entrance to the abandoned radar station. This travelogue explores the physical and sensory experiences of navigating the arched bamboo groves and steep paved inclines that define …
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Children are not focused – reasons, suggestions
No two children are alike, so the same strategies cannot work for all. Many children daydream, “drift off” or “zone out” in the middle of a conversation with an adult. The baffling part is how well they can do insignificant things. A child who struggles with comprehension passages knows the …
Read More »The Oval – memories of my first visit
Queen’s Park Oval cricket memories remain a foundational element of Trinidadian sporting culture, specifically regarding the unifying atmosphere of international matches held at this historic Port-of-Spain venue. This article examines the personal narrative of a first-time visitor to the ground during the 1992 West Indies versus Pakistan series. It details …
Read More »Keep children occupied with 5 key activities
Leave it up to children to run things and you may have yourself a big mess. Shower them with technology to keep them busy and you just might create a monster. Give loads of school work to keep children occupied and they may become resentful. So, what are parents to …
Read More »Lady Chancellor Hill – original outdoor gym
Lady Chancellor Hill serves as the premier natural fitness destination for residents of Port-of-Spain, providing a demanding two-mile incline that functions as a communal outdoor gym. This article is a personal account, a first-person narrative detailing the physical challenges and environmental rewards experienced while navigating the northern ridge of the …
Read More »How to lose weight – a Carnival fitness plan
Each year around November, every regional savannah and recreational park transforms into an outdoor gym. This answers the big question how to lose weight just before my Christmas splurge and keep it down as part of my Carnival fitness plan? As we all know, food is an integral part of …
Read More »Sweet TnT Short Stories
Life in Trinidad and Tobago comes alive in the exciting, entertaining, comical, dramatic, thrilling, mysterious and suspenseful tales in Sweet TnT Short Stories. The novella consists of 34 fictional pieces written by authors from around the twin islands. Inside Sweet TnT Short Stories Authors share narratives with you under the …
Read More »Sweet TnT 100 West Indian Recipes
Sweet TnT 100 West Indian Recipes is your kitchen guide to cooking in the Caribbean. Add flavour to your pot and put a smile on everyone’s faces with the right amount of seasonings, spices and stories about the foods you prepare. Inside Sweet TnT 100 West Indian Recipes This cookbook …
Read More »Manzanilla a natural beauty!
Manzanilla Beach offers a premier coastal experience in Trinidad and Tobago, characterised by its expansive shoreline, scenic coconut groves and newly integrated boardwalk facilities. This article is a personal account and first-person narrative detailing the sensory and practical aspects of visiting the Manzanilla coastline. It examines the geographical allure of …
Read More »Toco waters call for a family outing
Toco waters call for a family outing as the pristine coastline of Northeast Trinidad offers a secluded alternative to the more commercialised beaches found on the Western peninsula. The journey to Toco involves a scenic two-hour drive through winding roads and lush vegetation, passing through local communities that offer seasonal …
Read More »Scenic Lady Chancellor Hill: The ultimate guide to Port-of-Spain’s premier lookout
Lady Chancellor Hill serves as a premier elevated destination for visitors seeking panoramic views of the Trinidadian capital and the Gulf of Paria. This accessible ridge, situated immediately north of the Queen’s Park Savannah, offers a unique vantage point that bridges the gap between urban infrastructure and the lush topography …
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
Read More »Picturesque Vessigny Beach
Vessigny Beach is a premier coastal destination in south-west Trinidad known for its calm waters, family-friendly atmosphere, and extensive event facilities. Located approximately three kilometres past the world-famous La Brea Pitch Lake, this Gulf of Paria shoreline offers a distinct experience characterised by gentle waves and shallow depths. The site …
Read More »Serene Knolly’s Tunnel in Tabaquite
Knollys Tunnel stands as a primary historical landmark in Tabaquite, representing a significant engineering achievement in the development of the Trinidad Government Railway during the late 19th century. Constructed between 1896 and 1898, this 660-foot man-made passage was designed to facilitate the transport of agricultural produce, specifically cocoa and coffee, …
Read More »Paria Waterfall journey a true workout for hikers
The Paria Waterfall hike in Trinidad serves as an elite natural outdoor gym offering a rigorous full-body metabolic conditioning workout for serious fitness enthusiasts. This coastal trek from Blanchisseuse to Paria Bay spans approximately 10 kilometres round-trip, demanding high levels of cardiovascular endurance, lower-body power and core stability. Beyond the …
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