Trinidad's Manzanilla Beach on the east coast is unlike other Trinidad beaches. It is a 20-mile stretch of brown sand beach facing the Atlantic and home to much wildlife. Manzanilla is not isolated, but definitely off the beaten path. Beach houses can be rented at the northern end of the beach where there are also small hotels. Manzanilla is less than two hours from the Port of Spain.
Manzanilla
Sangre Gande and the Manzanilla-Mayaro Road
Trinidad
A stay in the lodge at the Asa Wright Nature Centre is a vacation choice for birdwatchers or anyone who wants tropical beauty. Visitors can see nearly 400 species of birds in this northeast Trinidad preserve. Book a room with a bath at the Lodge or Main Estate House. There are also cottages on the grounds available for guests. Meals are served family style.
Asa Wright Nature Centre and Lodge
Blanchisseuse Road
Arima
Trinidad and Tobago
868-667-4655
asawright.org
Port of Spain is the busy center of the island. Visit attractions such as Ft. George, the Botanic Garden and the National Museum and Art Gallery. During Carnival, stop in at the mas camps where costumes are designed and the pan yards where the music is rehearsed. The Trinidad cuisine is enjoyed in the city's many restaurants. A sampling of the West Indies cuisine includes the spinach-like callaloo, jerk chicken and roti.
Port of Spain
Trinidad and Tobago
