Trinidad and Tobago

At a Glance

Trinidad and Tobago is a twin-island Caribbean nation where the culture is among the most vibrant and expressive in the hemisphere, the birthplace of calypso, steelpan, and some of the world's great carnival traditions. Trinidad has a cosmopolitan culture shaped by African, Indian, Chinese, and European communities, while Tobago is quieter and more naturally pristine. The food is outstanding and the music is everywhere, making it one of the Caribbean's most culturally alive destinations.

• Invented the steel drum — the only acoustic instrument invented in the 20th century.
• Birthplace of calypso, soca, and steelpan music.
• One of the wealthiest countries in the Caribbean, largely from oil and natural gas.