Port of Spain, Trinidad – This Carnival season, legions of travelers will flock to the dual-island nation of Trinidad & Tobago for one of the most exotic, vibrant and inclusive international festivals, Trinidad Carnival.
With six months to go before the event and as preparations move into high gear, now is the time to secure accommodations before hotels on the island are sold out—and to take advantage of early-booking rates.
Thousands of revelers from across the globe are expected to be on hand to experience unique events that include Panorama, Kings and Queens Costume Competition, Kiddies Carnival, J’Ouvert and the highlight of the festival, the parade of the bands on Carnival Monday and Tuesday, March 7 and 8, 2011.
To assist travelers with Carnival planning, hotels have already released special rates for both the seasoned participant returning to the island and the curious newcomer who simply wants to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Caribbean’s greatest street festival.
The Carlton Savannah
The Carlton Savannah is Trinidad’s newest boutique hotel. Featuring 165 guestrooms, the hotel provides luxurious accommodations in a charming and sophisticated atmosphere. For stays from March 4–8, 2011, The Carlton Savannah is offering a Carnival special that includes daily breakfast and nightly rates starting at $329 including taxes, based on double occupancy. For more information, visit www.thecarltonsavannah.com or call 868.621.5000.
Courtyard by Marriott
The Courtyard by Marriott features 119 stylish guest rooms and is conveniently located within walking distance to most Carnival event venues as well as to shopping and restaurants. On minimum stays of five nights between March 4–8, 2011, the hotel is offering nightly Carnival rates starting at $229 plus tax, based on double occupancy. For more information, visit www.courtyardportofspain.com or call 868.627.5555.
Coblentz Inn Boutique Hotel
This charming 17-room hotel features themed accommodations inspired by the island with an abundance of cultural influences. The Coblentz Inn Carnival special includes cozy accommodations, continental breakfast and complimentary stocked mini-bar upon arrival, for stays between March 3-9, 2011. Nightly rates start at $275, inclusive of tax. Guests who book five consecutive nights before November 30, 2010 will receive an additional 10 percent discount off Carnival rates. For more information, visit www.coblentzinn.com or call 868.621.0541.
Kapok Hotel
The Kapok Hotel has 94 guest rooms, quality service and an elegant Caribbean ambiance. The hotel offers a special Carnival rate that includes a daily breakfast buffet and five night stays between March 2-9, 2011, starting at $1450, inclusive of tax. The rate is based on double occupancy and must be booked by December 1, 2010. For more information, visit www.kapokhotel.com or call 868.622.5765.
Monique’s Guesthouse
Established by Monica and Michael Charbonnè in 1975, Monique’s is a family-owned and operated hotel that offers guests spacious accommodations and warm Caribbean hospitality in a relaxed atmosphere. From March 2-8, 2011 visitors can take advantage of the hotel’s Carnival special that includes five night accommodations and daily breakfast. Monique’s Complete Carnival package rates start at $1200 plus taxes. For more information, visit www.moniquestrinidad.com or call 868.628.3334.
