I’ve been behind in writing posts, scheduling, and reading blogs lately. I’ve had some posts backed up in drafts for months now that need editing or dumping, so I’ll try to get to that soon.Β
Anyways, this post is about my trip to Tobago, so allow me to introduce the sister isle.
Mabrika!!
(In the language of one of Tobago’s original Amerindian tribes, welcome)
Tobago is known as the twin island state of Trinidad. Yeah, we (Trinidad) have a twin. But we’re (Trinidad) still the better-looking twin! Okay, that was childish. Tobago is the smaller of the twin-island state and was once home to an Amerindian community before Christopher Columbus’s claims about “discovering” the island. I am certain that the Caribs did not report it missing!Β
Daniel Defoe was inspired to write “Robinson Crusoe” after reading a sales pamphlet on Tobago and to this day, the island is known as Crusoe’s Isle.Β
The island is home to 123 varieties of butterflies and 200 species of birds. It has one of the most beautiful drives with some of the beach vantage points in the world. If you’re into marine activities, Tobago encourages you to indulge in diving, glass-bottom boat tours, snorkeling, wind-surfing, and even kite-boarding.Β
Behind every landmark is rich in history, but if I start talking about the Dutch, the British, the Courlanders/Kerlanders (modern-day Latvia) and of course, the French, we’ll be here all day, so if you’re looking for a scenic adventure, visit Tobago today.
I’ll try to be short. I’ll also try to post a lot of photos!
On the morning of departure (May 31st, 2018), I was up early for I was excited. However, what was supposed to be a midday departure by boat turned into after 1 PM. We were greeted by boring Elvis Presley music and after everyone was on board and the safety announcement was made,Β Mission: Impossible III came on and as Ethan Matthew Hunt graced the screen with his presence, I was like, “How did they know I was boarding the boat today?!”πI did not watch the movie, though. I was more focused on the sights before me and silently communicating with God.Β
When the boat docked in the port of Scarborough, I just wanted to sleep as it was nearing evening. However, when I got to Sandy Point Beach Club, I didn’t bother to settle in right away. I went for a walk with my sister, took a photo of the remnant of the sunset…
…and then relaxed in the pool. It’s a pity I can’t swim! πThe next day, we went driving around for a little bit…
…and squeezed in a visit to Fort Milford:
And later that day, we visited Pigeon Point:
That night, we wanted to go out for ice cream and what do you know! At the very end of the street which we stayed on was a homemade ice cream shop and the lady made some of the best ice-cream I’ve ever tasted especially the rice flavor! I could still taste the ice cream. Yum! So we made a mini nightly ritual of going for the tasty treat.
On our last day, we explored the countryside.Β We couldn’t do Nylon Pool, but there’s always next time. But I was excited about Parlatuvier Bay for I’ve always wanted to see it up close in person and I was not disappointed at all.
Tobago is panoramic, scenic, and colorful. The locals are helpful and welcoming. You can walk the streets any hour of the night and no one would bat an eye. Tobago embraces you and gets you to live in the moment. She gives you peace of mind.Β
As I end here, I am already packing for the next trip (in my mind). I hope to explore Tobago next time with my bestie for I missed having her with me. Everywhere I went, I thought of her and I know she would’ve appreciated the beautiful scenery!Β
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O my I’m glad that you enjoyed it β€ My place of birth- lol π
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You have a lovely country! Can’t wait to visit again. π
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lool, Thank you and your welcome any time here π
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You’re welcome & I really hope to be back sooner rather than later as there’s still so much exploring to do! π
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Thanks for sharing!
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And thank you for reading! ππ
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Lovely! Itβs a pretty good looking twin, I would have to see for myself; to assess which is the better-looking twin of course! π€πππΉπΉ
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Haha! I guess I’ll have to roll out all the stops when you visit! π
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Thank you for reading, my friend! ππ
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Sure thing! π
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What a beautiful island! I didn’t know Robinson Crusoe was inspired by Tobago. That’s so cool, though to be honest I’m not a big fan of the book. The protagonist is kind of intolerable.
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I am not a fan of the book as well, but I plan to reread it sometime next year God’s willing for I can’t recall the entire story. Thank you for visiting! π
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How beautiful. One day I will be here. 200 types pf bird species. Wow
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Yes, it’s even more beautiful in person! πI plan to go back soon!
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Good for you. As I said one day π
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I’m like you, Diana, I’m behind on so many things. That sounds like such a wonderful trip! Tobago looks beautiful. How long of a trip is it from Trinidad?
I really enjoyed all the information you provided in your post about your trip. I have found ice cream shops a place I like to stop when traveling too. It seems I always find one restaurant or shop I really like when visiting someplace new.
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Mandie, it was a wonderful experience and I hope to go again soon! By plane, it’s only 20 minutes, but I wanted the boat experience to take in all the islands and mountains along the way, so it was 3 hours. That’s always nice when you find that one shop or restaurant! π
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It sounds and from the pictures looks so beautiful. What a blessing your trip was, and I am so happy you enjoyed it. You deserve it. God is so good to you π
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It’s indeed a beautiful place, me dearest! Thank you so much and He most certainly is! ππ
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You are most welcome π
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Ah! Beautiful post, pictures & memories! β€ next time will be greater! π blessings and cheers to more trips!
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Yes, because be it God’s willing/plan, we’ll be going together!! ππ
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Haha! Yes, yes! β€
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Christopher Columbusβs claims about βdiscoveringβ the island. I am certain that the Caribs did not report it missing!- π
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Haha! Thank you for reading! π
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Lovely photos…glad you had a nice time π
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Thank you, my friend!
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You are welcome π
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Soooo beautiful!!! Lovely!!!
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It certainly is! π
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