Places to Stay in Tobago - Enjoy the Carnival Festivities and the Famous Rum

When seeking places to stay in Tobago, the southwest area of the island will probably be your destination. This is where the major resorts are located as well as the beaches that are perfect for relaxing and enjoying the tropical climate.

Tobago is in the Caribbean Sea and is one of the two islands that create the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago. Although Trinidad is a larger island, Tobago has many of the Caribbean’s best sites for diving and has more of a ‘laid back’ atmosphere than Trinidad.

The Maverick Ferry is a wrecked ferry which was sunk on purpose for divers. At 350 feet long it was sunk about 100 feet from Rocky Point, Mt. Irvine and is perfect for divers interested in the many types of tropical fish that are native to this area.

Take into consideration that Tobago consists mainly of hills and remains from the volcanoes that were present many years ago. In contrast the flat part of the island is in the southwest and is mainly the coral colored rock from the remains of thousands of years of marine life. These are two elements to consider when looking for places to stay in Tobago.

You may want to time your visit during the Tobago Heritage Festival. This is one cultural event that everyone wants to attend and they eagerly look forward to it every year. From the middle of July to the first of August, this festival takes place moving from one village to another.

Each village offers the version of their local customs when it comes to food, storytelling, music and dance. Some of these include Folk Tales and Superstitions, the Old Time Wedding and the Salaka Feast. This is all the more reason for visiting this area of the world and experiencing the different cultures.

In addition to the Heritage Festival, the area is well known for their stunning coast with the fabulous beaches. Castara is one of the villages on the northern coast of Tobago. Their major source of income is from agriculture and fishing. However, since the 1990s, tourism has become another source.

There are plenty of things to do as well as plenty of places to see in Tobago as you go further inland. Bird sanctuaries are abundant for those interested in the island’s native feathered friends. The breath-taking waterfalls are another sight you will not want to miss. The limestone caves are plentiful as well.

The Tobago Forest Reserve is one of the places you can go to take in the natural beauty of this area. The reserve is great for the view it provides of the bay. Being the oldest reserve in the Caribbean - it was opened in 1765 - the forest offers visitors the chance to see some of the most rugged terrain on the island.

If you are ready for an adventure as well as being one of the most affordable Caribbean destinations, swimming, surfing, snorkeling and scuba diving await your arrival. Besides these activities places to stay in Tobago have a little more to sweeten the pot. The local people, the seafood and Caribbean beer will be a huge part of the good times you will have when you visit the island of Tobago.

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