The Tobago holiday guide. Written by tourists for tourists.

Mosquito repellent & bite cream - Particularly in the wet season of June - December - they bite during and after a rainburst, and as the sun starts to set. There have been one or two cases of Dengue Fever in Tobago which the authorities are tackling. You should always check with your doctor before travelling.
Some people don’t seem to be bothered by mosquitoes in Tobago at all. They’re not as much of a pest as they are in Trinidad, but if you are one of those people they go for, be prepared.

Stop press!! News reports confirm that mosquitoes hate Marmite! It's full of the Vitamin B that the female biting mosquito hates and if you eat Marmite your skin gives off a smell undetectable to you - but the mozzie will buzz off. I know what's going in my suitcase....I'm stocking up now......

High factor sun cream - You are near to the equator in Tobago and need to ensure you protect your skin from the strong rays...

Adapter for your electrical plug-in appliances. You won’t be able to buy one in Tobago. Electricity: 110/220 volts AC, 60Hz.

Camera and film for you camera. Film is expensive in Tobago but you can get your films developed there. You will pay roughly the same for developing as you would back home in a high street store.

Your driving licence and passport

Ladies - tampons and sanitary wear are expensive in Tobago.

Few brand toiletries are available and generally are expensive.

A small radio will allow you to access the excellent local radio stations for music, news and weather.

Lightweight, long trousers and long sleeved top, with sturdy shoes if you plan to go into the rainforest.

Ladies - a bikini top. It’s illegal to sunbathe topless in Tobago.

Binoculars if you want to make the most of the wildlife.

Sunglasses and a hat or sun visor. The sun can be fierce in Tobago - you are near to the equator.

A white sheet or towel to put over your steering wheel or car seat while your car is parked. Unless you have asbestos fingers of course.

DO NOT bring back coral, plants, cuttings or turtle products. It’s illegal.