COMPLETE CARIBBEAN 01423 531 031
www.completecaribbean.co.uk Seven nights' all-inclusive to Tobago’s Coco Reef in September start from £1,495pp, including private transfers. Sister company ITC sports (w
ww.itcsports.co.uk) offers seasonal cricket tours of Trinidad.
Tourism Talk JANE WEST
Tourism Development Company of Trinidad and Tobago
“This year has seen a steady recovery for Tobago. Our Tobago Go Go Go campaign, which ran from November 2010 through to this April, was a destination-subsidised offer. People could get £100 off seven-night stays. That was very successful. "There’s been more interest in
Trinidad and that’s partly due to British Airways increasing flights to daily. "Obviously the carnival is one of the
best in the Caribbean. Trinidad is also good for nature and bird watching. Tobago is still very natural and unspoilt while Trinidad has exciting nightlife and an eclectic mix of dining options. "More small operators are getting
interested and featuring wildlife and nature. In May we had our second Tobago Underwater Carnival and we invited operators who specialise in diving to come down and experience the destination. We’re going to be hosting a wedding symposium in July. "We consider ourselves a very trade-focused tourist board; we run really good fam trips to the islands. "Our recently re-launched trade site,
www.takesometimeout.com, is really a news vehicle with information about trade shows and training. "There’s an offer with a tour operator every month and agents can share their fam photos. "Steely Pan, our mascot, has his own Twitter and Facebook pages.”
General Information
TIME ZONE: GMT -4 CLIMATE: Temperatures average 23°C-32°C. July-December is the rainy season. The islands are south of the hurricane belt GETTING THERE: British Airways, Monarch and Virgin Atlantic fly Gatwick-Tobago. BA also flies to Trinidad in addition to LIAT and Caribbean Airlines. There's also a
Trinidad/Tobago fast ferry service. CONTACT: 0800 804 8787
trinbago@ihml.com www.gotrinidadandtobago.com www.visittobago.gov.tt TOP TIP: 2012’s Trinidad Carnival ends with parades on February 20/21. Tourists can register with ‘bands’ including
www.yumavibe.com and
www.macfarlanecarnival.net
From the Front Line KIM BARBER
product manager Cosmos “We continue to
expand the range of accommodation on Tobago and introduced self-catering last year, although most customers still choose all-inclusive. Sales are significantly up on this time last year. Our sister airline, Monarch, flies the only charter route."
KATHERINE HOBBS product manager Caribtours “Trinidad & Tobago
are ideal for those seeking a different holiday – not necessarily five-star luxury but kicking back, relaxing and feeling the heartbeat of the Caribbean. Exploring is a must to see tropical
flora, birds, turtles and Argyle Falls. Foodies will not be disappointed: the local dishes are a melting pot of Creole and Indian flavours.”
SARAH JACKSON Caribbean market manager, Kuoni “Tobago bookings for
2011 are up 10 per cent and sales for 2012 are equally strong. Tobago is a southerly Caribbean island, famous for its captivating scenery, friendly islanders and laid-back pace of life. It’s for those looking for rest and relaxation. Sister island Trinidad is larger and more populated and a popular twin-centre with Tobago.”
SAMANTHA PAMPOE Thomson, Crawley, West Sussex “The islands are as diverse as their culture. There's an abundance of activities from bird-watching in the rainforest to jet-skiing off beautiful beaches. Trinidad has shopping, nightlife and bake 'n shark – a must try! Tobago is more chilled out."
Experience the other side of
the Caribbean
• Waterfall & Rainforest Hikes • Turtle Watching • Wildlife / Adventure Tours • Asa Wright Nature Centre • Caroni Bird Sanctuary • Down The Islands Boat Tour • Tobago Island Explorer • Airport transfers • Incentives and Conference handling • Hotel and Guest House Accommodation
...and many more exciting activities!
TRINIDAD & TOBAGO SIGHTSEEING TOURS
www.trintours.com • Tel: +1 868 628 1051
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