HOTEL OCCUPANCY, 2008-2012 Caribbean
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Trinidad
VISITOR ARRIVALS FOR THE PERIOD, 2006-2012
Tobago
Number of Visitors
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Per cent
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44,000
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42,000 40,000 38,000 36,000 34,000 32,000
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Data Source: Caribbean and Trinidad – SRT Global (via THRTA). Tobago – Research Unit, Division of Tourism & Transportation
IMMIGRATION, WORK PERMITS & VISAS Visitors to Trinidad and Tobago must possess valid passports and return or ongoing tickets for successful entry. Most Commonwealth countries do not require visas for entry, except Australia, New Zealand, India, Nigeria, Papua New Guinea, Sri Lanka, Tanzania, Cameroon, Fiji Islands, Mozambique, Uganda and South Africa. Visitors from several other countries are allowed to enter Trinidad and Tobago for periods of up to three months without a visa. Holders of CARICOM passports with the exception of Haiti do not require visa.
MAJOR AIRLINES American Airlines.......................(868) 627-7013 British Airways.............................(868) 669-6556 Caribbean Airlines......................(868) 625-7200 Copa Airlines................................(868) 669-5949 Conviasa Airlines.........................(868) 627-8172 Liat...................................................(868) 669-2982 Surinam Airways.........................(868) 627-0102 United Airways............................(868) 669-8782 West Jet Airlines.........................1-(403)444-2586 Condor................(868) 639-0484 (Tobago only) Monarch.............(868)639-0484 (Tobago only)
http://www.immigration.gov.tt/
Seaports The main seaports are located in Port of Spain and Point Lisas. The Port of Port of Spain handles dry and general cargo, break bulk, containers and passenger traffic. The Point Lisas Industrial Port Development Corporation Ltd (PLIPDECO), mainly a bulk port for industrial commerce, also handles container and general cargo traffic. There are two fast ferries (T&T Express and T&T Spirit) and one conventional ferry (Warrior Spirit) travelling the inter-island route daily. The CARICOM Jetty, which is located at the Port of Port of Spain and operates the Passenger Inter-Island Ferry, receives, stores and delivers CARICOM cargo and multi-purpose containers for trade within the Caribbean region. Log on to: http://www.patnt.com or call (868) 623-2901 (PBX) or Port of Spain Ferry servoce (868) 625-4906/3055 or Tobago (868) 639-2417/4906. A water taxi ferry connects Port of Spain and San Fernando. Scheduled sailing times are Monday to Friday. Tickets cost TT$15 one way and can be purchased at the Water Taxi Terminal located at Flat Rock, Lady Hailes Avenue, San Fernando or the Cruise Ship Complex, Port of Spain. Free parking is available at both ports. There is a PTSC shuttle service which cost TT$3 through the city of Port of Spain.
Work permits are required for business stays beyond 30 days. Visa extensions can be obtained from the Immigration Office at 67 Frederick Street, Port of Spain while work permits can be obtained from the Ministry of National Security, Temple Court II, 52-60 Abercromby Street, Port of Spain. www.nationalsecurity.gov.tt, www.ttbizlink.gov.tt www.investt.org TRANSPORTATION Airports Piarco International Airport located about 45 minutes from the capital city, Port of Spain. It plays an important role as a vital hub for international air traffic in the Caribbean. There are nonstop daily scheduled flights to and from major international cities. Trinidad and Tobago’s national airline, Caribbean Airlines, serves Toronto, New York, Miami, Jamaica, Saint Maarten, Antigua, Barbados, Trinidad and Tobago, Guyana, Suriname and London Gatwick. International and regional airlines that fly to Trinidad and Tobago include American Airlines, British Airways, Caribbean Airlines, United Airlines, LIAT and several charter flight companies. International flights are also available direct from Tobago’s ANR Robinson International Airport. http://www.tntairports.com/
For further information visit: www.nidco. co.tt or call 624-5137 (POS) 652-9980 or 800-4WTS (San Fernando)
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FAST FACTS OF TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO
FAST FACTS OF TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO
Central Statistical Office of Trinidad and Tobago
CULTURE The festivals, music, customs, cuisine, religions and races of Trinidad and Tobago reflect a rich and unique cultural diversity. The nation has a passionate and colourful history spanning five centuries. Festivals and religious and cultural observances include Divali (the Hindu Celebration of Light), Eid (Muslim religious day and public holiday), Emancipation Day, Indian Arrival Day and Corpus Christi (Catholic). Trinidad and Tobago Carnival is a world famous event that brings together artists, musicians, masqueraders and revelers for a month-long celebration that culminates in a two-day parade. http://www.culture.gov.tt/#home ECO-TOURISM Trinidad and Tobago, although relatively distinct ecologically, are both blessed with rich natural environments well suited for eco-tourism. Once part of the South American mainland, Trinidad’s flora and fauna have commingled with island types, leading to a great density of plant and animal types in a relatively small location. Trinidad has over 97 native mammals, 400 birds, 55 reptiles, 25 amphibians, 617 butterflies and 2,200 species of flowering plants. The island’s nature preserves attract major international traffic from naturalists and nature watchers. The terrain is just as diverse, with tropical rainforests, mangroves, inland swamps, mountainous terrain and savannahs. Bird watching is a major attraction in Tobago as well, with Little Tobago Island recognised as one of the Caribbean’s top seabird sanctuaries. Tobago is also a hub of aquatic tourism. The waters off the island are a haven for wildlife, an attraction for both divers and boat tourists. Buccoo Reef (a large coral reef and protected marine park) is a popular destination. http://www.tdc.co.tt/ http://www.gotrinidadandtobago.com/ http://www.tourism.gov.tt/
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