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TRINIDAD & TOBAGO, OFFERING MEETING PLANNERS A UNIQUE CARIBBEAN EXPERIENCE CONFERENCE ATTENDEES WONT FORGET B Y D O S W E L L I N G R AM Why not hold your next meeting in one of the world's most exciting emerging destinations? Whether you're planning a meeting, incentive, conference, or exhibi- tion, the islands of Trinidad & Tobago have more than enough spacious meeting venues as well as colorful and unique out- door spaces to host a successful event! The energy and manufacturing capital of the Caribbean, Trinidad is a vibrant des- tination with a colorful culture and people with a unique zest for life! This destination is one of the top 5 Caribbean meeting and conference desti- nations, the islands circulate over 84,000 business travellers per annum and Trinidad & Tobago lie within the North American area for company, association and individual tax deductions for conven- tions, meetings and seminars. The Centrum Auditorium and Conference Center offers exceptional and flexible facilities for conferences, meet- ings, product launches, lectures, private screenings, weddings and media events. The venue, located in Centre Pointe Mall, Chaguanas, is actually comprised of two halls: the Main Auditorium and the Southern Hall. The Hall and Auditorium can safely accommodate just over 2,000 delegates collectively and can park over 500 vehicles at any one point. Other unique venues Meeting Planners can explore include The Central Bank Auditorium, Cara Suites Hotel and Conference Centre, The Anchorage Beach Club, The Dr. Joao Havelange Centre of Excellence and Green Meadows. Once attendees wind down from work there is a wealth of entertaining things they can explore on down time. Old world gingerbread houses and historic land- marks share a modern city and you can experience lush tropical rainforests only 20-minute drive out of the capital Port of Spain. You're in a tropical rainforest enjoy- ing majestic views of the Caribbean Sea! Known as the 'Greatest Show on Earth', Trinidad and Tobago's Carnival is officially celebrated on the Monday and Tuesday before Ash Wednesday every year. The Carnival festivities start just after Christmas and continue until Ash Wednesday, with dozens of high energy parties and premier cultural competitions. Unwind on the delightful shores of tranquil Las Cuevas beach. Your journey to the sea on the North Coast Road reveals stunning views of the island's dense rainforest and the coast. At Maracas Lookout you can take great pho- tos and enjoy a local snack. Continue along the coast passing busy Maracas Bay en route to the more sheltered, calmer Las Cuevas Bay for a swim. On your return take a stop at Maracas for a taste of the famous "Bake & Fish" sandwich. From its diverse people and culture to its amazing biodiversity, Trinidad and Tobago 'break the mold' of the typical Caribbean destination and boasts a year- long calendar of cultural events and fes- tivals, friendly, multi-ethnic people and amazing adventure. There is an intricate limestone cave sys- tem on the island of Gaspar Grande, off Trinidad's north-western coast, the Gasparee Caves. Magnificent stalagmites and stalactites line the cave and some limestone formations have taken the shape of dinosaurs and other creatures. Sunlight streams through a hole to the top of the cave, making the water in the cave's deep blue grotto glisten invitingly. Located just 20 miles from Trinidad is its sister isle, Tobago. During a day trip to the island, travellers can enjoy a range of relaxing excursions, such as diving in Speyside to explore the largest brain coral in the world or experiencing a glass-bot- tom boat tour of the famous, Nylon Pool. B M & T ••• November/December 2023 ••• www.blackmeetingsandtourism.com 62 AREA GUIDES T R I N I D A D & T O B A G O Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago • • • STATS • • • HOTEL ROOMS Hilton Trinidad & Conference Centre 418 The Cascadia Hotel & Conference Centre 68 Courtyard Port of Spain 116 Kapok Hotel 94 EXHIBITION FACILITIES The Cascadia Hotel & Conference Centre Total Space 73,000 sq. ft. Meeting Rooms 5 WHO YOU GONNA CALL? Visit Trinidad – 868 612-7412 www.visittrinidad.tt photo credit: Visit Trinidad