Forget Notting Hill Carnival! Visit these underrated island gems
As Notting Hill carnival is in full swing in the UK capital, could you find the Caribbean atmosphere on your next island getaway?
TL;DR
- Notting Hill Carnival in London was inspired by Caribbean festivities, particularly from Trinidad.
- Trinidad offers attractions like Port of Spain (capital, food, nightlife, Queen's Park Savannah), Chaguaramas (adventure, Bamboo Cathedral, Gasparee Caves), and Maracas Beach (surfing, swimming, bake and shark).
- Tobago boasts Pigeon Point Beach (swimming, events, amenities) and Argyle Falls (hiking, swimming).
- Englishman's Bay in Tobago is described as a secluded, picture-perfect beach.
- Trinidad and Tobago Carnival is promoted as the 'Greatest Show on Earth'.