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The Rough Guide to Trinidad and Tobago is the definitive guide to the most exciting and unexplored of the Caribbean islands. The full-colour section introduces the islands’ diverse highlights from tropical bird watching in Northern Trinidad and the secluded wave-whipped sand at Tobago’s Pirates bay, to hiking in the forested peaks of the Northern range. This updated fourth edition gives expert background on everything from exotic wildlife to Trinidad’s flamboyant pre-Lenten Carnival celebrations. You’ll find detailed coverage of Trinidad’s best hikes, where to watch turtles laying eggs and sample the island’s delicious cuisine, as well as an appraising rundown of what to do in Tobago, Trinidad’s more tourist-oriented sister isle. The Contexts section provides informed coverage of the islands’ history, politics and current affairs, as well as the low-down on soca, calypso and steelpan, religion, fauna and flora, and books, while the patois glossary unpicks local slang. This guide comes complete with clear maps and practical information on accommodation and transportation; and recommendations of all the best places for eating, drinking, and music. The Rough Guide to Trinidad & Tobago is like having a local friend plan your trip!
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Polly Thomas is author of The Rough Guide to Jamaica and contributes to The Rough Guide to The Caribbean. Dominique De-Light lived in Trinidad for three years.
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22 of 22 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
If you're thinking of going, buy it. It was our bible when we were there... This does everything a good guide book should do: it provides loads of really practical advice on accommodation, dining out, local festivals, etc. and, most importantly, it conveys a real sense of enthusiasm about the place which encourages you to explore and experience as much as possible. The authors use phrases such as 'insanely pretty' to describe places which really do live up to their descriptions. It's not written in that irritating "if it's for tourists it's tat" condescending manner that's evident in some guide books -- the book abounds with nicely balanced reviews, accurate descriptions, and interesting incidental stuff. It's well laid out and worth every penny.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
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Being in T&T for a work assignment, I looked for a good guide book to help me get around.
The Rough Guide seem to be the best by far, addressing not only the usual places-to-see-stay-eat but also a good deal on local culture, history and background.
A must read book for everyone travelling to T&T.
The Rough Guide seem to be the best by far, addressing not only the usual places-to-see-stay-eat but also a good deal on local culture, history and background.
A must read book for everyone travelling to T&T.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
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Only 80 pages, and some references were out of date (ie. cafes no longer there) but well worth the money. But do not bother with the map for Tobago, it is small and you will pick up a much better one (free) at the airport.
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Hardly parted with it duiring the break in Tobago
Detailed guide with lots of things you need tmo know when learning about a foreign country. Almost easy to navigate through it, but I did enjoy reading the whole thing while on the... Read more
Published 9 months ago by D. Yeremenko
Not quite as useful as I'd hoped
This was more detailed about Trinidad than Tobago - where we stayed. Although there probably is less to write about for the smaller of the two islands.
Published 9 months ago by Storm
Excellent for both islands
Trindad and Tobago have very different characteristics and this Rough Guide covered both very well. The visit I did was to explore old haunts and discover new ones so the style of... Read more
Published on 11 Feb 2010 by Singapore Relic
Good info!
It seems a very comprehensive guide...but we have not been to the place as yet.
A lot of useful information from hotels, to apartments, practicalities. Read more
A lot of useful information from hotels, to apartments, practicalities. Read more
Published on 21 Sep 2009 by Annina
Tobago Map
Overall the book is good but the section on Tobago is quite small. Also, the map of the Crown Point area of Tobago is completely inaccurate, so much so that it would be better... Read more
Published on 21 Sep 2007 by Jamie Lawrence
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