TRAVEL TO TOBAGO – COUPLES HEAR 7 REASONS WHY

04 Apr TRAVEL TO TOBAGO – COUPLES HEAR 7 REASONS WHY

Finally, the nuptial vows have been taken. Now it’s time to plan the trip of a lifetime which is the ultimate stress buster after the wedding excitement eases. Travel to Tobago? For a long time, honeymooners have been making trips here to help themselves to unwind together in each other’s embrace. The island sets the tone to seek more adventures and make memories that will last till eternity. Whether you are that beach-lazing person amidst calm waters, adventure junkies, or otherworldly food enthusiast, head to Tobago, the idyllic Caribbean escape, for the ultimate post-nuptial getaway after the border reopens.

The cigar-shaped island stands out from other Caribbean destinations because of its distinctive topography. It boasts of an outstanding untouched natural biodiversity, magnificent unspoilt traditions and little-known gems nestled in every other corner of this picturesque paradise which will compel you to visit it again and again. There are a hundred reasons to travel to Tobago to honeymoon as the pandemic crisis gets over. To experience the utopian beauty, here is a list of the top 7 reasons you must consider before shortlisting your vacay destination

1) Soak under the Caribbean sun in any of the one-of-its-kind pristine beaches

Tobago, unlike its sister island, is way more serene. The island boasts of the perfect tranquil azure sea defined with beaches ranging from pink sand beaches to white coral beaches to dark volcanic sands, with the most exquisite sunset views.

The most touristy beaches being Pigeon Point and Store Bay which features in the cover page of many Caribbean brochures. Though picturesque, due to the influx of cruisers, usually the beach remains overcrowded. Couples who love to be surrounded by people in a colorful and amiable atmosphere, these beaches are for you. Binge on some local delights or go for jet skiing, soak yourself comfortably in the clear blue waters of the Caribbean.

If you want to get the real feel of Tobago, then hop along to the most popular of the beaches, the Englishman’s Bay and by popularity, we do not mean, crowded. Many days it could just be you, your partner and the avian beauties all around. Just where the rainforest ends, the palm tree-lined crescent-shaped bay starts, with its pristine white sands and deep clear waters perfect for dipping your feet or sunbathing together, at peace.

Mount Irvine and Castara Bay

The quaint yet pretty Mount Irvine Bay is a bit more happening than its English counterpart. It’s a mirror image of what you dream of when you think about travel to Tobago. It is just perfect for idling and sipping a gin or two from its adjacent private hotel (open to the public also) under the beach parasol. Watching the huge parrotfish, barracuda, lobsters and angelfish pass by your feet or even gazing at the brain corals, fan corals and sponges are a treat to the eyes.

Another favorite yet unspoilt beach of Tobago is Castara Bay located in a fishing village of the same name. You need to climb a lookout point to get the best breathtaking views. Perhaps enjoy a moment or two with your loved one in the tranquil lookout. The beach is bordered with coconut and palm trees. it is packed with activities for water lovers which include kayaking and snorkeling.

The Stonehaven beach with its caramel-colored soft grain sand is an added idyllic spot too for destination weddings and a perfect serene getaway for the honeymoon couples in search of peace of mind amongst the scattered wild aquatic life.

2) Experience the magic of the Atlantic waters like no other place

Life in Tobago revolves around the inviting warm waters of the Caribbean. With its plethora of water activities, Tobago is a perfect destination for honeymooners with an adventurous side. The Buccoo Reef area of Tobago’s Pigeon Point and the Bon Accord lagoon near to it are good sailing spots for all levels. Depending on the wind and coastline, the experience can be smooth sailing or even turbulent. A Catamaran charter is also a viable option to sail around with its added bonus of good food, drinks and music to accompany.

Many of the popular beaches provide perfect spots for snorkeling. However, towards its far end, Buccoo reef is 30 acres of a complex ecosystem. The reef provides the best spot for snorkeling and glass-bottom boat tours to explore aquatic life in its full glory. The Bon Accord lagoons and mangroves and the bay around Charlottesville are popular kayaking spots. They give a great view of the surrounding wildlife. They also offer perfect water sports that you can do together, far away from the madding crowd.

3) Enjoy watching nature’s most awe-inspiring displays Leatherback Turtle in its nesting season and the world’s largest brain coral

One of the world’s premiere turtle-watching destinations is in Tobago. The island is a treat to your senses if you happen to spend your honeymoon during March-June. You can always capture its beauty under the water throughout the year. It’s a sheer spectacle to watch hundreds of turtles coming ashore for the ground during their nesting season. If there was ever one reason to travel to Tobago this would be it.

The Leatherback is amongst the most endangered creatures on Earth. If however, you happen to be a nature-loving couple, it would be a true privilege to quietly sit and witness the females coming ashore to nest; the only time they do so during their life. There are three prime locations to catch this live scenic experience- Turtle Beach, Stonehaven Beach and Grafton Beach.

Surrounded by coral reefs all around, this island nation boasts of the world’s largest Brain Coral at Kelleston Drain with a maximum depth of 130 ft. The marine life is a sight to behold. It presents a kaleidoscopic world, teeming with corals and sponges and a stunningly colored habitat. For diving enthusiasts and novice couples too, exploring the intricacies of the reef system, hand in hand, is the most romantic getaway. One that you will cherish forever.

4) Wade in the bioluminescence waters of the Bon Accord Lagoon-

This is once in a lifetime experience that you must witness with your partner in the pitch darkness of the night at Bon Accord Lagoon of Tobago. The Bioluminescence phenomenon is a bluish glow. The marine plankton emits this glow. It is a defense mechanism and occurs n the darkness of the night. After being slightly agitated, you get to experience this heavenly glow all around you. You can go paddling or kayaking from Pigeon Point to the lagoon after sunset. With the help of a guide, dip your body (the plankton are harmless) in the glowing waters amidst the mangroves and marvel at the celestial-like phenomenon around you. The perfect way to relax, unwind and romance under the starry sky holding the seemingly glowing stars in your palm.

5) Get drenched in the cascading waters of the world-famous Argyle waterfall or have a dip in the breathtaking Nylon pool-

Flowing down from three dramatic levels, Tobago’s highest waterfall attracts locals as well as foreigners. There you will get drenched under the cool, crisp water. Or simply lay in the natural rock tubs or swimming pools. Surrounded yourself with lush greenery and a wide variety of birds & butterflies. A quick hike will lead you to this natural beauty. When you arrive take in the sheer natural beauty and let it power you onto the upper levels.

A thick mist and heavy gurgling sound will greet you. Let the serenity envelop you get as you wade in the pools. For more fun dive jump or even sway from the numerous hanging vines. Loosen up yourselves and get the best of natural spa massages under the cascading waters.

You can also drop in at Nylon Pool. This wonder is in close proximity to the Buccoo Reef & hence a protected area filled with corals. Located off Pigeon Point & accessible by boats only, this shallow water pool situated in the middle of the sea is like an oasis of warm and caressing currents with a sandy bottom.

Due to its insane beauty, it’s a popular idyllic destination for couples. You get that peaceful atmosphere to cozy up with your partner in the warm waters. Legend says that they have the power to heal and rejuvenate. Is there any better reason to travel to Tobago? Who doesn’t crave a huge pool with no artificial wall? If you like this vibe pop across to Trinidad. There you can head over to 3 pools, in the coastal village, Blanchisseuse. There the meandering river collects in three basins creating a sequence of a 3 layered natural pool. Soak in the best moments as much as you can on your honeymoon in this lesser-known yet magical place.

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6) Hike the Main Ridge Forest Reserve and Little Tobago, the perfect haven for bird watcher couples

If you happen to be that hiking couple who loves to explore the avifaunal life, then the Main Ridge Forest Reserve is a must visit place for you with its plethora of hiking trails. . This mountainous ridge entangled with the ancient rainforest of Tobago is one of the oldest protected areas of the world. Due to this, it is a popular bird-watching site and a major reason to travel to Tobago. To experience the wildest scenery, do take a hike amongst one of the nine trails. And if I were to make a recommendation the Gilpin Trace is the most popular. On it you might catch a glimpse of several species of hummingbirds or the national bird of Tobago, the rufous vented chachalaca and other avian species.

Go for a visit to Little Tobago off the northeastern side of the bigger Tobago. Known as Bird of Paradise Island, it is home to a huge avian population from frigate birds, to red-billed tropicbirds. I encourage you to explore the island and look for exotic seabirds and nesting colonies from its cliffside vantage points and trails.

7) Experience the intoxicating Tobago Jazz Festival and tantalize your taste buds with the local delights-

Are you those perfect made for each other music-lover couples? If so do head to Tobago during the summer of April to experience the music of your lifetime. While it has tamed some it was voted by Forbes in 2008, as the “third-biggest event on planet Earth”. The event has attracted tourists in hordes and you don’t want to miss it for anything else.

While in Tobago, indulge your taste buds in the festival cuisines of the island. The cultural diversity has been influenced by various cuisines from East Indians, Africans, Europeans, Chinese. Thus creating a cocktail of local delights that causes an explosion in your senses. The flavour presented in its local cuisines is said to be the rarest and a must have. So if you are that foodie couple waiting for the gastronomic uproar make travel to Tobago a must.

With its overabundance of scenic beauties, stunning coral reefs to the amazing rainforests, a plethora of water activities to soaking in the blissful solitude of the sea beaches, Tobago is the perfect amalgamation of that heady cocktail you always wished for. It is the best place to be for couples on the lookout for a cheerful rejuvenating holiday post the crisis period. This will be worth the wait.