from Tobago with Love

While we  are on the topic of Charlotteville.  I took this picture using my  phone's panoramic view on  my birthday last year :) This is Fort Campbellton,  Charlotteville, Tobago.  It must have been the perfect day because this picture is perfect. Fort Campbellton According to visittobago.gov.tt this is NOT a fort despite commonly being called "Fort Campbellton". It is in fact a Battery. Batteries were positioned in various bays where sugar was loaded on the island. This battery of two guns was erected in 1777 during the American War of Independence when American privateers were raiding British islands. Information courtesy: https://www.visittobago.gov.tt/index.php/activities/attractions/windward-road/the-campbellton-battery-commonly-called-fort-campbellton-this-site-is-not-a-fort

"The Tobago International Game Fishing Tournament began in 1995 as a loosely organized, just-for-kicks fishing tournament staged out of Pigeon Point, Tobago. Only a handful of boats participated but it proved to be the start of something that has endured and grown well beyond those humble beginnings. Now relocated to the north end of Tobago in the wonderfully friendly village of Charlotteville, the Tobago International Game Fishing Tournament pulls in anglers from near and far; from the Caribbean to North and South America, even as far as Europe, the tournament draws big game fisherman who can appreciate great camaraderie, competition and fishing conditions." -  http://www.tigft.com/ http://www.tigft.com/gallery/ Click here for more photos REGISTRATION  TUESDAY 12TH MAY 1ST DAY OF FISHING  WEDNESDAY 13TH MAY 2ND DAY OF FISHING  THURSDAY 14TH MAY LAY-DAY ACTIVITIES  FRIDAY 15TH MAY 3RD DAY OF FISHING & PRIZE GIVING CEREMON Y 

Osanie Designs is a Tobago based business that creates affordable, attractive and original handbags and accessories at an affordable price. Avien Thomas is the beautiful mind behind these adorable creations. Avien and her creations Photo Courtesy Tobago new reporter Liz Williams https://twitter.com/ewilliamstv6/status/736710450058919936 Contact to order: Phone : 1 (868) 287-3557 Email: osanie.designs@gmail.com www.facebook/osanie.designs.com Osanie Designs will be at  Tobago Fashion Week (TFW) May 19th - May 21st stay tuned for more info.

For those who want to venture underwater in Tobago. Dave's your guy. Dave Elliot has been diving for the past 11 years. He's a P.A.D.I. Certified Rescue Diver, Dive Instructor, Underwater Media Specialist (photographer/ videographer) and Kayak Guide .    Dave describes Diving as being full of adventure, yet peaceful. Its difficult for him to pinpoint his fondest diving memory because he explains, every dive is different and there is no telling what you'll see when you go under. He does however identify Speyside as his favorite place to dive.  If you'd like to dive with Dave you'll first have to do the DISCOVER SCUBA COURSE. This is not a certificate course. It is essentially a Test Dive to see if you like it and want to take it further. When making a decision to try diving Dave says to first ensure that you are in good health.  To join Dave Elliot on a diving adventure contact him via Facebook -  CLICK HERE Be sure to check out hi

Waterholics is the place to go if you're looking for Water Sport action and Sea Based activities. Ideally located at beautiful Pigeon Point , Waterholics is equipped with the gear and machinery you require to make . Activities you 

The early bird catches the fish? Seine Fishing, known locally as "Pulling Seine", has been practiced on the beaches of Tobago for more than 150 years.  The practice has remained largely unchanged. Regularly large groups of locals and even tourists, can be found hauling in Seine in the early morning.  When the Seine is pulled in, the practice is that the fishermen first take what they need to sell. After this there is always enough for everyone who helped, even leaving behind enough for the birds.  Beaches that you can find Seine Fishing are: Mount Irvine Bay, Turtle Beach, Black Rock, Castara, Bloody Bay, Man ‘O War Bay, Mount St.George and Goodwood.

Look what I just found! Boneless Frozen Red Snapper!!!! Now, this takes away all the anticipation and excitement of catching your own fish to pop in the oven and enjoy. But... if you come to Tobago at a time when seas are too rough to fish or tides are low this is the next best option. Attractively packaged and neatly prepared this is very impressive.  I'll try to find out more about the producer and their other products and I''ll update this post. Until then here is the information from the package. Call to order or to find out where this product is sold: STORED & PACKAGED BY: W. JOSEPH TELEPHONE: (868) 639-0459 CELL:  (868)  685-2530 PROCESSED AT MILFORD BEACH, TOBAGO

So you've decided to come experience Tobago, and  you're inspired to try something new and different.  Don't be selfish carry back for your family and friends.  Exquisite Local Drinks is one of Tobago's leading manufacturers of bottled milk based punches and exotic drinks.  The business is owned and managed by young Tobagonian entrepreneur, 29 year old Garrett Mc Kellar. Over the past 4 years Garrett has worked assiduously to constantly improve the taste, quality, bottling and branding of his product to meet his customers high expectations.  Exquisite Local Drinks can be found in a number of retail outlets in Tobago.   The range of exciting milk Punches available are: Pumpkin and Peanut Guinness and Oats  Sea-moss and Oats Beetroot  Dasheen  Other products include: Cane juice Products popular at Christmas Time but can be enjoyed all year round are: Sorrel Liqueur  Coconut Créme Products can be found at the following retail

Its Turtle watching time again and  the best place to be is "Turtle Beach" Tobago!!! Trinidad and Tobago has the third largest nesting population in the world with Leatherback Turtles coming from as far as Africa, Canada and the UK to nest on our beaches. The most important nesting site in Tobago is  Great Courland Bay  aka Turtle Beach during the months  March 1st - August 31st. The largest of all living turtles are the Leatherbacks. Leatherbacks do not have a bony shell, they get their name from the dark rubbery flexible shell which allows them to withstand the pressure of diving up to 4,000 feet. Leatherbacks can weigh up to 2000lbs and can be as long as 10 feet in length. They are more commonly average 5-7 feet and 1000 lbs.  The waters of Tobago host five of the seven marine turtles found globally! These include the Leatherback, Olive Ridley, Loggerhead , Green Turtle and Hawksbill. Save our Sea Turtles (SOS) is CBO that works to research, moni

Ever wonder why there's a buzz in Tobago during the Easter period??  Tobago is the place to be during the short two week break as visitors take advantage of the close proximity of the island, and its  naturally relaxing environment. Families and friends pack their visit with outings to various sites around the island like beaches , forts ,  waterfalls  and the Rainforest . They enjoy recreational activities such as ATV rides, and jet skiing . They also look forward to the local food and  confectionery such as Crab and Dumpling, Sugar Cake and Benne Ball All roads lead to  Buccoo   on "Easter Tuesday" in Tobago for  Buccoo Goat and Crab Races  and other fun activities that take place in village such as free boat rides and hor se back riding.  There is always something to look forward to during the Easter Vacation in Tobago.  When last have you been to Tobago? Haven't made up your mind yet? Click the following link for an information feature prod

Tobago Jazz Festival Experience is here again!!!! Tobago is preparing to welcome a selection of local, regional and international musicians to entertain both locals and visitors alike.  This year's Festival runs from April 22nd - 30th .  International musicians that have graced our shores since the start of the Tobago Jazz Festival in 2008 include: Diana Ross, Chaka Khan, Earth Wind and Fire, Emeli Sandy, India Arie, John Legend, Rod Stewart, Sting, Janelle Monae, Trey Songz, J Cole and many more.  Tobago Jazz Experience prides itself in creating an atmosphere where a guests of all ages and backgrounds can enjoy "much more than music" as they incorporate Tobago's cultural elements that define Tobago as the perfect tourism experience. This year's headlining acts include R&B swooner D'Angelo, Vanguard Jamaican Singer songwriter Grace Jones, Dancehall legend Shabba Ranks, Reggae-band Morgan Heritage, Soca-band Kes and Barbadian Jazz saxopho

Tobago's natural beauty and unique culture have helped to shape the character and a number of artwork pieces of Trinidad-born, Tobago-bred artist Nazim Baksh. Nazim moved to Louis Dor, Tobago when he was 6 years old. Living in “country”, as locals fondly call the rural Windward side of the island, has left him with a number of fond memories of life in the village and at Delaford AC Primary School. He has a very vivid recollection of a number of entertaining episodes of an exciting yet very simple life in the countryside. Having excelled at the Common Entrance examinations Nazim was awarded a pass to attend the prestigious Bishop’s High School located in the main town of Scarborough. To ease the burden of travelling the long distance he and his family relocated to urban Tobago. Therefore a variety of experiences spanning over 30 years of residing on the both ends of Tobago have afforded Nazim the opportunity to observe, share in, and depict Tobago’s culture vibrantly thro

So who knew that CARNIVAL would be the best way to describe the difference between Trinidad and Tobago!!! Trinidad is recognized as being the commercial hub of the Nation of Trinidad and Tobago; thus having a faster pace/ having more activities/ being more active.  Tobago on the other hand though l ess developed than Trinidad, boasts of  its natural beauty. "Clean, Green, Safe and Serene", Tobago has Sun, Sea and Sand, Rain-forests, Flora and Fauna, and Underwater habitats which include the largest brain Coral in the Western Hemisphere. Paradise on Earth is TOBAGO.  The culture of the people of two islands also varies slightly as a result of not sharing the same history, therefore not having the same ethnic blend and being very village/ family oriented. This is reflected in the small variations in the Carnival Calendar of Tobago.  Most of the  CARNIVAL SEASON  action happens in Trinidad where the festival was born in the 18th century. Tobago is known to be the cool-do

This is a social media platform that facilitates the promotion of Tobago as a Tourist destination using primarily blogging. The name "from Tobago with Love"… appeals to tourists and aims to attract them to our beautiful island. The name also resonates with locals to motivate and inspire them to appreciate and share the island paradise. fromtobago.blogspot.com   assists in promoting all that is Tobago, and instills a sense of pride in locals as they more passionately identify with being “from Tobago”. from Tobago with Love will highlight Everything Tobago: *EVENTS        * LOCATIONS/ SITES      * RESTAURANTS *ACTIVITIES           * SPORTS       * ACCOMMODATION       * PRODUCTS