Yarra Beach in Blanchisseuse is ideal for a famiily picnic on a sunny afternoon Photo Credit Ministry of Tourism

NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC HONORS TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO AS A ‘TOP DESTINATION’ IN THE WORLD

Trinidad and Tobago Celebrated as a World Leader in Leatherback Turtle Protection

PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad, Nov. 2022 –A big honor for the sister islands, Tourism Trinidad announced Trinidad and Tobago were named one of the ‘Best of the World’ destinations for 2023 by National Geographic. Included in the prestigious “Family” category as ‘one of the most important leatherback turtle nesting sites in the world’, Trinidad and Tobago lead global efforts to protect the leatherback turtle population. https://visittrinidad.tt/

Leatherback turtles are the most photographed sea animals in Trinidad and Tobago Photo Credit Peapix

Honorable Randall Mitchell, Minister of Tourism, Culture, and the Arts said, “I am pleased that Trinidad and Tobago has received this accolade and it is a testament to the tireless work of our stakeholders and the continued efforts to highlight the destination’s natural attributes. ” Chief Executive Officer Tourism Trinidad Limited (Interim), Carla Cupid added, “it is great news that our environmental conservation efforts are attracting more and more attention from the world of travel and tourism, especially the adventure-tourism markets.” The Top 25 “Best of the World” destinations list was created by the National Geographic team of travel experts and international editors and includes destinations offering diverse rich immersive experiences. www.nationalgeographic.com/