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Destination Guides - North America / Trinidad & Tobago
Travel Advice on Health, Climate, Local Info, Customs and Laws
| Travel Advice/Warnings |
| There are high levels of gang related violence as well as thefts from vehicles and property. Do not make yourself a target by carrying expensive jewellery or valuables. Safeguard your property and leave your expensive items and your travel documentation somewhere secure. Do not take chances with your personal safety, do not walk about alone or in isolated areas. |
| Vaccinations & Health Alerts |
| Medical facilities are generally limited and not all are up to UK standards. Private clinics are able to treat routine issues but more serious cases are evacuated to the USA. Check that your travel insurance covers you for this. It is recommended that you vaccinate against Hep A, Typhoid and Yellow Fever. |
| Seasonal Climate |
| Month |
Jan |
Feb |
Mar |
Apr |
May |
Jun |
Jul |
Aug |
Sep |
Oct |
Nov |
Dec |
| Temp (c) |
31 |
31 |
32 |
32 |
32 |
32 |
31 |
31 |
32 |
32 |
32 |
31 |
| Rainfall (cm) |
7 |
4 |
5 |
5 |
7 |
20 |
23 |
25 |
20 |
18 |
19 |
13 |
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| The temperature changes little throughout the year. The rainy season runs from May to July but expect rain at any time. Hurricanes are experienced between June to November. |
BBC - Weather Centre - Forecast for Trinidad, Trinidad and Tobago
| Tuesday |
Max Temp: 29°C (84°F), Min Temp: 25°C (77°F), Wind Direction: ESE, Wind Speed: 4mph, Visibility: good, Pressure: 1014mb, Humidity: 80%, Sunrise: 05:55AST, Sunset: 18:10AST |
| Wednesday |
Max Temp: 29°C (84°F), Min Temp: 25°C (77°F), Wind Direction: ESE, Wind Speed: 3mph, Visibility: good, Pressure: 1012mb, Humidity: 79%, Sunrise: 05:55AST, Sunset: 18:10AST |
| Thursday |
Max Temp: 29°C (84°F), Min Temp: 24°C (75°F), Wind Direction: N, Wind Speed: 1mph, Visibility: moderate, Pressure: 1012mb, Humidity: 79%, Sunrise: 05:55AST, Sunset: 18:09AST |
(by the BBC Weather Centre in association with the Met Office) |
| Local Customs/Laws |
| Do not wear camouflage clothing. Homosexuality is illegal. |
| Getting Around |
| Both islands are easy enough to get around with buses, taxis and car hire available. Bicycles are also an option for the energetic but have your wits about you as their driving can be erratic. Use taxis after dark. Ferries link the islands. |
| Public Holidays/Festivals |
| Festivals follow the Christian, Muslim and Hindu religions. The main Muslim holidays for 2010 include: the Prophet Muhammad's Birthday on 3 March (not celebrated by all), Ramadam which commences from sunset on 11 August and culminates with Eid al-Fitr on 10 September, the Feast of the Sacrifice, Eid al-Adha on 17 November and Ashura on 16 December. Christian holidays for 2010 include: Lent which commences on 17 February, Easter from 2-5 April and Christmas Day on 25 December. The main Hindu holidays for 2010 include: Holi on 28 February, Dussera on 17 October and Diwali on 5 November. Other holidays include: Spiritual Baptist Day on 31 March, Indian Arrival Day on 30 May, Labour Day on 19 June, Emancipation Day on 1 August, Independence Day on 1 September and Republic Day on 24 September. |
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| Religion |
| Christian, Hindu & Muslim |
| Visa Requirements |
| Not required for stays of up to 90 days. 6 months validity is required on your passport. |
| British Embassy Details |
| 19 St Clair Avenue, PO Box 778, St Clair, Port of Spain, Trinidad. Tel: (00)(1)(868)350 0444 or (1)(868) 622 8960/61/62 |
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