Tobago Jazz
Experience by Jhodie Skeete
T
ourism brings people together, and one way this has been achieved is through the Tobago Jazz Experience (TJE). The nine-day festival has helped to strengthen relationships among businesses, and assisted in marketing Tobago as a tourist destination. TJE has also aided in the distribution of economic benefits by moving business opportunities into local communities through increased visitors and spending. The festival is organised by the Tobago House of Assembly’s Division of Tourism and Transportation. It is in its sixth edition, and has grown, spreading throughout eight villages on the island, with free access to most of the village jazz events.
Tobago Jazz Festival - John Legend Photo: Inken Janning