11 Trinidad and Tobago Words Just Entered the Oxford English Dictionary
Trinidad and Tobago’s way of talking has just been given a formal seal of approval. In its September 2026 update, the Oxford English Dictionary added eleven new words and phrases rooted in Caribbean English, and most of them come straight out of Trinbagonian speech: Carnival history, folk spirits, food, and the everyday sayings that get […]
Mighty Sparrow, Calypso King of the World, Dies at 91
Trinidad and Tobago mourns Slinger Francisco, the Mighty Sparrow: an eight-time Calypso Monarch and Road March king whose songs shaped Caribbean culture.
T&T Heat Advisory: How to Stay Hydrated and Safe in the Heat
Temperatures topped 35°C in Trinidad and Tobago this week. Here’s how to stay hydrated, spot heat exhaustion early, and keep your family safe in the heat.
Trinidad and Tobago School Calendar 2026-2027: Term Dates Released by the Ministry of Education
The Ministry of Education has released the Trinidad and Tobago school calendar for 2026-2027. See Term I, II and III start and end dates for parents.
Trinidad and Tobago Independence Day: The History and the Journey to 31 August 1962
From Banwari Trace to 31 August 1962: the full, fact-checked history of Trinidad and Tobago’s journey from colonisation to independence, and where the country stands on its 64th anniversary.
The Birth of Carlsen Field: From Sugar Estate to Trinidad’s Busiest WW2 Airbase
Before it was Trinidad’s busiest WW2 airbase, Carlsen Field was the Robinson family’s Edinburgh sugar estate. The renaming, the squadrons, and the families who were displaced to build it.
The Road to Emancipation in Trinidad and Tobago: From Slave Registers to Freedom
Trinidad and Tobago’s Emancipation Day marks the culmination of a decades-long process, beginning with Trinidad’s pioneering 1812 slave registry, one of the earliest in the British Caribbean.
The Banwari Man: Trinidad and Tobago’s Oldest Known Resident
Long before Columbus, before sugar and colonisation, before the names we know today were ever spoken across these islands, someone lived here. They fished the mangrove edges, ground their food on flat stone, and buried their dead with quiet ceremony on a hilltop in what we now call San Francique. Roughly seven thousand years later, […]
Road Traffic Regulations Update: New Fines and Penalties Effective 1 January
Trinidad and Tobago’s updated Road Traffic Regulations, effective 1 January under Legal Notice No. 471 of 2025, introduce significant fine increases across common offences. Speeding penalties now reach TT$6,000, uninsured driving carries a tenfold increase to TT$10,000, and seat belt, mobile phone, and vehicle defect violations now attract TT$2,000 fines. Here is what drivers and operators need to know.
Feel the Rhythm: Panorama 2026 Brings the Steelpan Spirit Alive in Trinidad & Tobago
If you’ve ever stood under the moonlit sky with the distant rhythm of steelpan echoing through the air, you know that Panorama is more than a music competition—it’s a cultural heartbeat. As the sweet sounds of steelpan blend with the infectious energy of Carnival, Trinidad & Tobago gears up for Panorama 2026, promising another unforgettable […]
Your Ultimate Guide to Vacationing in Tobago: Caribbean Travel Made Easy
TriniGo is thrilled to guide you on your journey to the enchanting island of Tobago, a gem in the Caribbean Sea that is part of the twin-island Republic of Trinidad and Tobago. This comprehensive guide will provide you with all the necessary details about airlines, airfares, and ferry services, ensuring your travel to Tobago is […]
CPL 2020 – Cricket in a Pandemic
The Hero Caribbean Premier League2020 was hosted in Trinidad and Tobago, amidst lockdown measures due to COVID 19. All health protocols were adhered to, and the games ran smoothly. Sadly not with the exciting carnival mood, as no spectators were allowed at the stadium. The games were broadcast live around the world, so Cricket lovers […]
Covid-19 – The New Normal in Trinidad and Tobago
Covid-19 has brought lives and economies around the world to a stop for months. As most countries try to recover and get to a place of normalcy, we all have to adapt to what’s called the new normal. This global pandemic made its way around the world, grounding planes, closing borders, shutting down counties, economies […]
Island of Tobago – Paradise
Tobago a beautiful Caribbean land, population 60,874. Located northeast of Trinidad. She is known as the twin islands of Trinidad and Tobago. Tobago is the smaller of the twin, initially inhabited by the Caribs. Tobago got its name from the Carib word Tavaco, which is the pipe the Amerindians smoked tobacco leaves. The Island of […]
Plants with Medical Value from Trinidad and Tobago
Medical plants initiated from the first inhabitants of our islands, from the enslaved Africans to later the indentured labourers from India. Even the European explorers, all used these indigenous treatments. From the beginning of life, people looked to the land for food, healing, even cultural identity and survival. The dawn of prescription drugs has grown, […]
Covid-19 and Trinidad and Tobago
As the COVID-19 virus sweeps through our country lets keep hope and humanity. Let’s be kind and disciplined in our actions. There will be life after this, only if we as a people do our part. We will overcome this. Follow the guidelines given, as frustrating and overwhelming it may feel at times. Remember to […]
International Artists Enjoys our Carnival
Our shores were graced by the likes of American rappers Nicki Minaj and Ludacris for 2020 carnival. Oh, what an experience they had. Sounds of sun and fun. Ludacris has quoted Trinidad’s carnival as one of his top 5 experiences in his life. Definitely, it was, his Instagram page is flooded with posts of his […]
7 Must See Places in Trinidad
Trinidad and Tobago offers one of the more unique nature and cultural experiences of all the Caribbean islands. This article highlights only seven (7) of the many beautiful places to visit in Trinidad. 1. Maracas Beach Our first must-visit destination is Maracas Beach located on the north coast of the island. Its white sand, blue-green […]