Folks,

TJJ has gotten a number of phone calls and e-mails for information on Trinidad and Tobago Carnival 2011.  This blog post should really be called "How to navigate Trinidad Carnival 2011", but we cannot possibly cover it all in one blog note.  So let's just include the following for starters...

Here are the TOP 5 (
download the full list to see all 70 events) most anticipated T&T Carnival Experiences for 2011 based on our 2010 TJJ SCORES.

 RANKING   EXPERIENCE   LOCATON   PROMOTER

  TJJ SCORE

Girl Power Jenny's Car Park ISLANDpeople

  87

  National Panorama Semi-Finals Queen's Park Savannah. Port-of-Spain National Carnival Commission

  90

Eclipze All Inclusive The North Deck Blitz LLC

  90

D'Original Diamond Vale Breakfast Party Diamond Vale Vale Vibe

  91

Beach House Carnival Brechin Castle Golf Course. Couva 21 Promotions

  91

Here is the full list for download (right click .. Save As).

HOW LONG SHOULD I GO FOR? AND WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO GO?
Christmas time is good, January and February is better but March 1st to March 9th will be the BEST!  You may have higher priced tickets and multi-stop journey at this time, but it is 100% worth it.  Monday 7th and Tue 8th will be the pinnacle (Road March) so go for last least 3 days if your vacation calendar permits.  Hey if I was paying that much money I will be there for the entire week!

ACCOMMODATIONS:  WHERE SHOULD I STAY?
Port-of-Spain (capital) and the environs is best place to be.  I would suggest many hotels near St. James, Belmont or Maraval.  I have a link that has
a number of hotels that can help.  Our Blog will help those who want to go on the cheap.

LOCAL GUIDES?
Trinidad can be a tough place to drive especially if you are not accustomed to narrow crowded roads.  Drivers tend to obey the law of instinct as opposed to written rules.  Getting a local guide cannot be a bad idea if this is going to be a first time trip for you.  You can write to us or better yet we discuss on our
Facebook wall where you can find your new friends that will keep you safe and informed.

WHAT MUST I DO WHEN I GET THERE?
Well we have created our definitive guide on a page for you to print out or share with your friends. 
Download It now.  We would love feedback so we can improve the quality of the information.  Please stay tuned to our Trinidad and Tobago Events calendar for the most up to date information. Of course, our T&T Carnival 2011 Schedule will be your best friend (updated regularly).