Port of Spain

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Port of Spain, on the northwest coast of Trinidad island, is the capital city of Trinidad and Tobago. The city is famous for its carnival, second only to that of Rio in importance but preferred by many because of its perceptions of being safer. PoSHarbour - Port of Spain Harbour A bustling and friendly city, Port of Spain is a great place to spend a couple of days and is the hub for the Trinidad's famous carnival. It has been the capital since 1757 and is the main administrative center, although not the largest town.

The main shopping area is between Frederick Street and Charlotte Street, running south to Independence Plaza (Brian Lara Promenade). As well as the bricks-and-mortar shops and there are numerous stalls on the street selling everything from fruit to CDs.

In the evening Independence Plaza is full of local residents liming - hanging around, chatting to their friends and sampling food from the stalls scattered throughout. Wandering through here is a great way to get a feel for what Trinidad is about.

Port of Spain Halal Travel Guide

Climate & Weather

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Travel to Port of Spain

Overview of Port of Spain - Overview of Port of Spain

Buy a Flight ticket to and from Port of Spain

• Piarco International Airport IATA Flight Code: POS 1 0.595278, -61.337222 about 45 minutes from the center of Port of Spain. Allow more when flying out if your trip coincides with the evening rush hour as many people commute from the area around and beyond the airport to downtown Port of Spain. - Piarco International Airport PiarcoPan.bmp -

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The airport is served by:

• American Airlines
• Caribbean Airlines
• British Airways
• Liat
• United Airlines
• Delta
• Copa Airlines

...and several others.

From Tobago there are 14 flights a day on Tobago Express, which is operated by Caribbean Airlines. Flights are on a De Havilland Dash 8, cost US$24 each way and last about 20 minutes. Despite the great frequency of flights these can get booked out very easily.

Travel on a Bus in Port of Spain

There is a bus coach from the airport at Piarco weekdays only and it costs 4 TT. The coach will drop you off at City Gate.

Book a Halal Cruise or Boat Tour in Port of Spain

There is a Wednesday ferry from Venezuela. See Trinidad#By ferry|Trinidad.

From Scarborough, Tobago there are hydrofoils that take 2 1/2 hours and conventional ferries that take 5 1/2 hours to Port of Spain. Hydrofoils cost 50 TT one way.

Get Around

Taxis

Taxis are expensive, with a minimum price for a journey within Port-of-Spain being US$10. There are no standard color coded markings for taxis in Port-of-Spain e.g. yellow taxis and by all appearance resembles private motor vehicles. However, all vehicles for hire will have an license plate starting with H instead and you should not be surprised if one stop by and ask if you want a ride. Remember to check if it is a taxi! It is preferable to contact the taxis through your hotel.

During the day, in the central areas, you can move easily even on foot. At dusk, it is recommended for tourists not to venture alone on foot.

By public transportation

The urban area is covered by a bus service. It is necessary to have the travel document before boarding because the drivers do not accept cash, much less credit cards.

What to See

National performing arts center, T and T - The National Academy for Performing Arts

• The beaches.

• Carnival | Trinidad and Tobago Carnival - The Trinidad Carnival is one of the best in the world and hotels can be guaranteed to fill up when it is held and double their rates! Taking place in the days before Lent it is a mixture of parades and music and calypso competitions. Participants wear elaborate costumes and parade dancing through the streets to the sounds of a steel band or a soca band. Each year on Carnival Sunday a competition is held to award the King and Queen of Carnival. On Carnival Monday and Shrove Tuesday and the bands compete to win the "Band of the Year" title. Everyone takes part, from young to old and rich to poor. In the weeks before the events the Steel Bands rehearse nightly at their Pan Yards. There may be several in one stretch of road, such as Western Main, and you can buy a organic juice and watch the rehearsals.

• International Waterfront Centre Port of Spain International Waterfront Centre Wrightson Road - A major skyscraper development designed to revitalise the city's waterfront with the Hyatt Regency Trinidad at its heart. This is the only section of Port of Spain's waterfront which is accessible to the public.

• National Academy for Performing Arts - City side of the Savannah. Can't miss it. - Opened at the end of 2009 and the construction of this building led to numerous allegations of corruption. The design is supposed to represent Trinidad's national flower but it has been much criticised as being out of keeping with the environment. "Copulating slugs" was perhaps one of the politer descriptions.

• Royal Botanic Gardens | Royal Botanic Gardens, Trinidad Cotton Hill - Established in 1818 and these are one of the oldest gardens in the Caribbean. 700 trees of which 13% are indigenous to Trinidad and Tobago.

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• Woodford Plaza Frederick Street . This central square overlooks the courthouse and the "Red House" and the seat of Parliament and the Anglican church dedicated to the Holy Trinity. On the southwest side of the square is the national library building.
• Independence Plaza - . Some of the tallest buildings in the nation and the Nicholas Tower and the Eric Williams Plaza are located on the southern side of Independence Plaza. - Independence Plaza (Port of Spain)}}

Orange Carnival Masqueraders in Trinidad - Colorful carnival goers

Things to Do

The Queen's Park Savannah Queen's Park Savannah. more usually, known as, just the Savannah is a large park in the middle of the city. It has a circumference of 3.5 kilometers and is a popular spot around sunset for joggers and walkers. With one-way traffic circulating clockwise, it claims to be the world's largest roundabout or traffic circle.

Halal Restaurants in Port of Spain

There are many types of traditional and Trinidad food that must be tried, some of these include:

• Roti
• Doubles
• Bake and Shark
• Chow (e.g. Mango/Pineapple Chow)
• West Indian Style Curry
• Jerk Chicken/Fish

Western Main Highway at Street James is a popular night spot with a long stretch of cafes and eateries. There are also many food stalls selling Rotis, Doubles, and other local delicacies.

A local flour and chick peas delicacy called Doubles (available all over the island, even just outside the airport). There are several stalls on Independence Plaza can get these for 5TT each - make sure to get their early though as they tend to sell out pretty quickly.

American fast food chains like Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) and Burger King (Please do not support Burger King as Burger King supports Israel. Shun this restaurant group and go for altertative brands and if possible for a Muslim owned restaurant) (try the totally local fast food chain Royal Castle!)

Mid-range

Ariapita Avenue, in the Woodbrook neighborhood of Port-of-Spain, is a popular dining and dining area with a good selection of mid-range restaurants.

To eateries like - Benihana and many others available at Trincity Mall, 15 mins from Piarco Airport

• Prime (BHP Billiton Building): One of the top steakhouse in Trinidad, look to spend around USD200++ and above.
• Chaud (2 Queen's Park West): Specialises in fusion cuisine, excellent location at Savanna and food. USD 170++ and above.

Beer is a little expensive, priced around 9 TT (1.5 USD) at grocery stores and 15 TT (2.5 USD) at restaurants for a 275mL bottle. The local brew consist of Carib and Stag (lager). Rum is widely available and the local distiller Angostura is among one of the top producers in the region with its Royal Oak line.

For non-alcoholic drinks, Trinidians in general favor a sweeter flavor. Some of the local beverages can be found in the list below:

• Sorrel, a sweet dark pink beverage made from the Roselle plant
• Mauby, a bitter sweet drink with a herbal flavor made from the bark of a local tree
• Peanut Punch, a drink made from peanut butter, milk and sugar

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Port of Spain

Port of Spain - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Port of Spain, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Port of Spain. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Port of Spain and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Port of Spain. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Port of Spain. Key components include:

Halal-Friendly Accommodations inPort of Spain: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Port of Spain.

Halal Food, Restaurants and Dining in Port of Spain: A comprehensive directory of restaurants, eateries, and food outlets offering halal-certified or halal-friendly options in Port of Spain, allowing Muslim travelers to savor local cuisines without compromising their dietary preferences in Port of Spain.

Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Port of Spain, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.

Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Port of Spain, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

• Angie's Bed and Breakfast | St.Ann's Road, St.Ann's ☎ +1 868 627-0710 - From $60
• Carnetta's House & Inn - 99 Saddle Road, Maraval +1 868 628-7717 From $70
• Copper Kettle Grille | 66 Edward Street ☎ +1 868 625-4381 - From $31
• D Islands Inn - 7 Anderson Street, St. James

Private and secure.

• Maracas Bay Hotel - Maracas Bay Road ☎ +1 868 669-1914 +1 868 669-1643 From $87
• Monique's Guest House - 114-116 Saddle Road, ☎ +1 868 628-3334 +1 868 622-3232 From $70
• Par May Las Inn - 53 Picton Street, Newtown, ☎ +1 868 628-2008 +1 868 628-4707 From $56
• S&D Guesthouse | 4 La Puerta Court, Diego Martin ☎ +1 868 684-2494 - From $40
• Samise Villa Bed & Breakfast - 47 St. Anns Road, St. Anns ☎ +1 868 682-9589 +1 868 369-3836 From $35
• The Little Inn - Web: asic#!/pages/The-Little-Inn-and-The-Miracle-Healing-Inn/167406443294757?v=wall 41 Picton Street close to the Savannah ☎ +1 868 628-4034 +1 868 628-4188from 50US per double room and from 22US per person for groups over 8 offers a cozy home like feel.

• Tony's Guest House | Papnis Drive, Petit Valley ☎ +1 868 763-4230 +1 868 632-0440 From $30

Mid-range

The recent opening of the Hyatt Regency means there is now a surfeit of "Luxury" rooms for much of the year. Try bargaining to get rates less than those listed.

• Carlton Savannah - 2-4 Coblentz Avenue to the west of the Savannah ☎ +1 868 621-5000 +1 868 621-5001 US$200 Checkout: 13.00 Excellent rooms but rather boring restaurant, and overall ambience.

• Courtyard by Marriott Port of Spain Spacious accommodation, free high-speed Internet, a full-service restaurant and other convenient amenities and services. Invaders Bay, Audrey Jeffers Highway - Reservations: +1 868-627-5555 US $149.

• Crowne Plaza - Corner Wrightson Road and London Street Waterfront ☎ +1 868-625-3361-8 +1 868-625-4166 US$190 inc tax and service Check-in: 15.00 / Check-out: 12.00 New waterfront hotel with revolving restaurant.

• Hilton Trinidad & Conference Center - Lady Young Road ☎ +1 868-624-3211 - The hotel boasts hosting President Barack Obama, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and the whole US delegation during the 2009 Summit of the Americas. Despite the renovation, however, maintenance leaves much to be desired. Built on a hillside overlooking the Savannah, you enter from the top floor. Perversely and the high numbered floors are actually lower down, which takes a bit of getting used to. Great views of POS from the hotel's many terraces.

• Hyatt Regency | 1 Wrightson Road, International Waterfront Centre ☎ +1 868 623-2222 +1 868 821-6401$250 minimum inc. taxes - Hotel with 428 rooms.

• Kapok Hotel - 16-18 Cotton Hill just off the Savannah near the Botanical Gardens ☎ +1 868-622-5765 +1 868 622-9677 - US$180 Almost a Port of Spain tradition.

Telecommunications in Port of Spain

SIM cards are easily available.

Stay Safe

Trinidad has a bad reputation (it has a shockingly high murder rate), but if you are sensible and stick to the main areas, you shouldn't have a problem and will find the local residents incredibly friendly. Avoid any ostentatious display of wealth, and don't wander down dark backstreets at night on your own, and you shouldn't experience any problems at all.

Sunburn and sun protection|Wear sunblock, even in early morning or late afternoon, since Trinidad is very close to the equator.

Cope

Embassies and High Commissions

• Australia - 18 Herbert Street, Street Clair ☎ +1 868 822-5450 - The High Commission is also accredited to Antigua and Barbuda, The Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Guyana, Haiti, Jamaica, Street Christopher (Kitts) and Nevis, Street Lucia, Street Vincent and the Grenadines and Suriname.

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• Barbados (Consulate) 12 Mayfair Gardens, Lower Santa Cruz ☎ +1 868 638-8431 +1 868 675-1505

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• Canada - Maple House, 3-3A Sweet Briar Rd., St. Clair ☎ +1 868 622-6232, +1 868-O-CANADA +1 868 628-2930

China - 39 Alexandra St, St. Clair ☎ +1 868 622-6976 +1 868 622-7613

• France - 7 Mary St, Street Clair ☎ +1 868 628-1931 +1 868 628-2632 Opening Hours: By appointment only - Foreigners who are legally resident in Trinidad and Tobago must apply at the Embassy of Spain in Port-of-Spain for Schengen visas for travel to main destination France in the Schengen zone. Other visa applications (Long Stay and for travel to the French Overseas Departments and Territories) must be made at the French Embassy in Castries, St. Lucia.

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• Guyana 12 Alexandra St, Street Clair ☎ +1 868 628-2616, +1 868 622-2913

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• Netherlands 69-71 Edward Street ☎ +1 868 625-1210, +1 868 625-1722 +1 868 625-1704 - Monday to Friday 09:00-12:00

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• Spain - 7th Floor, Tatil Building, 11 Maraval Road ☎ +1 868 625-7938 +1 868 624-4983

{{flag|Suriname

• Suriname | AmbSur@ 5th Floor, Tatil Building, 11 Maraval Road ☎ +1 868 628-0704 +1 868 628-0086
• United Kingdom - 19 Street Clair Ave, Street Clair ☎ +1 868 350-0444 | Opening Hours: Monday - Thursday 09:00-16:00 and Friday 09:00-13:00

United States | @; 15 Queen's Park West ☎ +1 868 622-6371 +1 868 822-5905 {{flag|Venezuela

• Venezuela 16 Victoria Ave ☎ +1 868 627-9821 Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 09:00-14:00

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