Mélange Travel & Lifestyle Magazine July 2018 | Page 678

EVENTS TOBAGO POPULATION 62,219 (2011) OFFICIAL LANGUAGE English CURRENCY Trinidad & Tobago Dollar (1 US dollar equals 6 Trinidad & Tobago Dollars) JULY Charlotteville Fisherman Festival Held in the village of Charlotteville, enjoy a festive street gathering, BBQ, Sports and a street parade. SIZE JULY 300 sq. kilometers Tobago Heritage Festival CAPITAL CITY Scarborough AVERAGE TEMPERATURE 250 C / 770 F This Festival was first held in 1987 and is dedicated to preserving the cultural traditions of the people of the island with dance, drama, music, storytelling and food. www.discovertnt.com JULY 25 - 29 Sandbox Great Fete Weekend This is considered the biggest beach party in the Caribbean, held at Pigeon Point Beach Resort and other locations throughout the island, featuring musical performances from local, regional and international artistes. AUGUST Carib Great Race Powerboat Racing and Parties to be held at Scarborough Esplanade. Tobago