Live anywhere long enough and you’re inclined to become immune to its charm. The beaches aren’t as dazzling. The culture isn’t as fascinating. The residents aren’t as welcoming. And your day-to-day activities tend to dull the shine of otherwise exciting experiences. Lucky for me, Tobago isn’t just ‘anywhere’, it’s paradise on earth. So, after two […]
Island Girl’s Faves: The Best Bars in Tobago
Town or country. Beach or waterfall. Indoors or outdoors. There’s no shortage of ideal spots for you to enjoy a drink in Tobago. Premium spirits and award-winning cocktails may be few and far between, but when you’re on an island dubbed ‘God’s real estate’, your local watering hole is pretty much only as good as […]
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Tobago Road Trip: 6 Can’t-Miss North Coast Stops
With just 116 square miles to cover, Tobago’s diverse terrain lends itself to a quick, hassle-free, day-long #roadtrip. Dramatic vistas will coax Insta-addicts and avid photographers off the road every few minutes to capture idyllic scenes. Untouched stretches of coastline will compel even the most lukewarm of beach enthusiasts to venture off the beaten path and […]
Trinidad Carnival Guide: Carnival Costume Selection
Bikinis and feathers and beads, oh my! It’s band launch season, which means we’re all in full Carnival costume selection mode and the excitement is real! During these few weeks in July/August the various Trinidad Carnival bands present their bedazzled creations to the world. Amidst much pomp and circumstance, their offerings are revealed and obsessive […]
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5 Tobago Heritage Festival Events You Must Experience
The soulful booming of drums. The intricate steps of the ‘brush back’. Folktales of Anansi. Superstitions galore. Pomp. Circumstance. And even a little romance. You’ll get all that and more, if you venture to Tobago for the Tobago Heritage Festival. During the last two weeks in July, the destination hosts the annual Heritage Festival, and […]
Island Girl’s Itinerary: 12 Hrs in Tobago
Twelve hours isn’t enough time to truly experience Tobago, but sometimes that’s all you’ve got. Luckily, if planned carefully, you’ll be able to check out the 3B’s – beautiful beaches, boat tour, best views. And still make it to the airport with time to spare! Here’s how… Getting There and Getting Around Fly The ferry is […]
Trinidad Carnival 2017: A Peek at my Costume!
Carnival is here! Carnival is here!! Carnival is HERE!!! Trinidad Carnival 2017 is here and I am Ready for the Road!!! In case you missed it from my exuberant introduction, and my many (sometimes irrelevant) mentions of it in the recent past, Carnival is without a doubt my most favorite time of the year! I love […]
Trinidad: 5 ‘Hidden’ North Coast Beaches You Need to Visit
One of my favorite assumptions about island life is that there are beaches around every corner and we spend all of our free time lounging on the sand and playing in the surf. While I wish with all my heart and soul that this was true, the fact is that on an island like Trinidad, it […]
Island Girl’s Favorites: 7 Things to do in Tobago
I’ve been stationary for the past few weeks – and will remain in Trinidad and Tobago until Carnival has come (yay!) and gone (boo…) – so I decided to use this uninterrupted time at home to ‘Go. See. Explore.’ in my very own front yard. Best! Decision! Ever! My sweet T&T has been surprising me with amazing […]
10 Things You Must Do in Grenada
I’ve been to Grenada more times than I count and every time I visit I discover at least one new activity or place that blows my mind – the list containing engaging activities to happily occupy your time doing while you’re on the island is quite extensive. whether you’re a land-lover, beach-bum or a water-baby, but if I had […]
