Each year, Leatherback Turtles continuously return to our shores, making Destination Trinidad one of the top nesting sites in the world for Leatherback Turtles. For World Sea Turtle Day, we chatted with the staff of Nature Seekers including Managing Director, Suzan Lakhan-Baptiste, to learn more about their conservation efforts and the importance of sea turtles Continue Reading
The National Aquatic Centre is host to some of the most prestigious collegiate and national teams from the USA and Canada, providing the perfect conditions for competing and training at any time of the year. This facility accommodates several sporting activities including swimming, synchronized swimming, water polo and diving. Located in Couva, the National Aquatic Continue Reading
Trinidad-born Etienne Charles (trumpeter, percussionist and composer) shares some of his top things to do in Trinidad with us. From hiking through Guanapo Gorges to playing mas in Trinidad and Tobago's historic Carnival, be sure to add these experiences to your bucket list for your next trip to Trinidad. FIND ETIENNE ONLINE 1) Enjoying Queen’s Continue Reading
We are thrilled to share KLM Royal Dutch Airlines is expanding to add Port of Spain, Trinidad to their winter schedule from 16 October 2021 to 26 March 2022. The launch of this schedule is conditional on the re-opening of the country's borders to regularly scheduled airline service. The Airbus A330 will fly three times Continue Reading
Try your hand at some of our local recipes, until you're able to #visitTrinidad again! Recipes & Videos Credit: Foodie Nation INGREDIENTS & METHOD INGREDIENTS 2-3 lbs Pumpkin peeled and sliced thinly 2-3 Garlic cloves, diced 2 Medium onions, diced 2 Pimento peppers, diced 1 Small scotch bonnet pepper, diced 2-3 tbsp Coconut oil Salt Continue Reading
The perfect sweet treat, typically prepared in Trinidad and Tobago to commemorate Eid ul-Fitr, until you're able to #visitTrinidad to celebrate our diverse religious festivals. Recipes & Videos Credit: Foodie Nation INGREDIENTS & METHOD Yield: 40 Ounces (About 10 Portions) INGREDIENTS 200 Grams of Vermicelli 1 Cup Full Cream Milk 1 ¾ Cup Evaporated Milk Continue Reading
The diversity and inclusiveness that has become synonymous with T&T has shaped the way we observe all our festivals and holidays. By our intrinsic nature, we are a social society. We socialize around food, sharing of ‘fun’ events, dressing up even ’out-dressing’ each other. We also socialize around the ‘rituals’ (the puja, going to mosque, Continue Reading
Take a 360° virtual tour of some of Trinidad's most iconic attractions, including Maracas Bay, Pointe-à -Pierre Wildfowl Trust, L’eau Michel Mud Volcano and more. Be sure to add each of these incredible sites and attractions to your list for your next trip to Trinidad. DIGITY MUD VOLCANO EXPLORE VIRTUALLY KNOLLYS TUNNEL EXPLORE VIRTUALLY MARACAS BAY Continue Reading
Try your hand at making this incredible savoury, rich and flavourful Trini dish, right at home. Corn soup can be found at many restaurants and street vendors across Trinidad and is one of the many must-try dishes when planning your next trip to #visitTrinidad. Recipes & Videos Credit: Foodie Nation TRINI CORN SOUP INGREDIENTS & Continue Reading
The NGC Bocas Lit Fest is Trinidad and Tobago’s annual literary festival and over the last decade it’s become a cultural staple for its promotion of words and literature, and as an overall celebration of the arts and culture of TT and the wider Caribbean. During these times where travel is restricted, the 2021 festival’s Continue Reading