There's nothing quite like the dual-island nation, which lies much further south than its Caribbean neighbors. Here, the sounds of steel drums fill the air in the island's capital Port of Spain and little excuse is necessary for an impromptu party. Outside the city, things get decidedly more sleepy. Long stretches of palm-backed beaches typically have little on them other than a colorful beach shack serving up cold beers and the odd glass-bottomed boat available to the few travelers and families on the sand. If you're looking to escape the city, leave your cellphone behind and nab a beachfront Trinidad and Tobago vacation rental.
If you're a newbie, a good place to start is Port of Spain, the islands' bustling commercial capital. Here, you can amble around botanical gardens, discover several fine museums and, if visiting just before Ash Wednesday, immerse yourself in the Carnival celebrations, an extravagant kaleidoscope of color, dance and Calypso rhythms. Alternatively, chocolate lovers can swing by one of the cacao plantations that sell the native and sought-after Trinitario bean to artisan producers the world over. For a slice of history, you shouldn't miss the Mount St. Benedict Monastery, established by Benedictine monks in the early 20th century.
The first thing to understand when you stay in a Trinidad and Tobago vacation rental is liming, the art of kicking back with friends and family, immortalized in Lionel Ritchie's "All Night Long". Don't worry, you'll easily get the hang of it, particularly when you've got a cold drink, a little Caribbean food and good company. If you're liming with locals, don't be surprised if it turns into a Calypso party, as darkness creeps in. To get the blood flowing again, there's no shortage of water sports available, or you could lace up your boots to hike through the lush forests to one of the tumbling waterfalls.
Compared to the rest of the Caribbean, Trinidad and Tobago has a surprisingly large number of critters to spot. Cheeky capuchin monkeys swing through the trees, the call of the howler monkey echoes across the islands and caiman crocodiles lurk in the lagoons. If you're a birder you're in luck. There's just under 500 species of recorded avifauna fluttering around near your Trinidad and Tobago vacation rental, including orange winged parrots and magnificent frigatebirds. Make sure to keep your mask clear when you're diving because you're not going to want to miss the West Indian manatee or the black tip reef sharks.
Whether you're organizing a quick family vacation, a romantic rendezvous or a couple of nights away on your own, we have weekend getaways in Trinidad and Tobago to suit your style. Throw some clothes into an overnight bag and stay at one of these popular properties:
If you're chasing someplace a little more personal than your run-of-the-mill hotel room, you'll love our studio apartments in Trinidad and Tobago. Get creative in your kitchenette, read a novel on the lounge and feel completely at home. Here are some of our top-rated studios:
With Vrbo's terrific selection of short-term rentals in Trinidad and Tobago, you're bound to find a place that's a perfect match. Whether you're searching for somewhere to unwind on your own or to have fun with the family, these options are tough to beat:
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If you're planning a getaway to remember, don't go it alone; take the whole gang. You'll have a lot more fun sharing the adventure with the ones you love. These vacation rentals in Trinidad and Tobago are ideal for larger groups:
Quality time with family doesn't just magically happen — it takes love, care and the right setting. Vrbo has your back on the last part. Browse these large family vacation rentals in Trinidad and Tobago where memories are created and loved ones belong:
When it comes to family-friendly attractions in Trinidad and Tobago, Nylon Pool is loved by many. Be sure to organize a visit and find out why it's a tourist hot spot.