Maracas Bay

Pros: Huge beach, Clean Surroundings, Moderate waves for body surfing or simple swimming
Cons: Crowded on weekends and public holidays, Far away from many hotels

Trinidad, although more known for its bird watching or carnival, has one of the best beaches in the Caribbean, Maracas Bay.

This beach is about 7 Miles from the Capital, Port of Spain. The road towards the beach is narrow but passable. (The...

Pros: A great hangout spot in Trinidad
Cons: Not really the beach for someone seeking solitude

As a frequent visitor to the twin-isle of Trinidad and Tobago in the Caribbean, and to the Caribbean in particular, I can safely say that Maracas Bay although lacking in the pure white sands and turquoise waters, possesses qualities which surpass the...

Pros: Beautiful Beach with ample amenities
Cons: Long Driving Time

Maracas Bay isn't the "typical " Caribbean beach, but that is exactly its charm. It's deep-teal water and light brown sand are hallmark of Trinidad's Northern coastline. Vendors serve up delicious fare: try a "Shark and Bake" (Richard's is the stall...

Pros: The atmosphere
Cons: Less Vendors for food selection

Maracas Bay Beach was a simple but romantic beach that I had visited a couple of years ago. It was very shady and had mounds of coconut trees all around it. There was space provided there for a photo shoot, in a small gazebo type cabin. there is a pier...