Blogs from Piarco, Trinidad, Trinidad & Tobago, Central America Caribbean

Everyday as a little girl my parents would take the same route to drop me to school; over the Lady Young road, around the Savannah and down Victoria Avenue. Just before we would hit Frederick street I would see a great big park on my left with towering trees and freshly cut green grass and wonder to myself "Why couldn't we stop there and play?" After almost 18 years of wondering I have finally got my answer; the grounds of the Memorial park were to be paid tribute to and not trampled on. Situated in what could be seen as the recreational centre of Port of Spain, the Memorial p... read more

img=http://feriaandaluciaenelcaribe.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/Maracas-beach-photo-of-port-of-spain-trinidad-and-tobago-by.jpg center Whoever said that you should not mix business with pleasure never visited Maracas Bay on an assignment like mine. Today was like a long awaited mini vacation even though I went to "work". Maracas Bay is one of the unique beaches located on the Northern coast of Trinidad and Tobago. Though the weather was not that of the typical "beach day" it was good enough for me to enjoy the time with my family and friends. The Sun Sand and Sea came up short on the Sun but it was still a day to remember. The scenery heading through the northern hills to Maracas Bay was breathtaking. We were surrounded by sights, sounds and smells that you could not find in the bustling towns of Trinidad. Adorning the hillsides is the Balisier, this co ... read more