T&T receives ‘Lonely Planet’ Travel Award

Trinidad and Tobago has received an award from the popular and trusted travel guide ‘Lonely Planet.’

Minister of Culture and Tourism Randall Mitchell received the award after T&T was placed at number seven in the top 30 countries for ‘Best in Travel in 2025’ at the World Travel Market 2024 in London.

Mitchell, together with THA Chief Secretary Farley Augustine is currently in London with a delegation from T&T.

According to a media release from the Ministry of Culture, in the 15th Edition of Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel Guide, 30 “must visit” destinations were featured globally. 

“Trinidad and Tobago earned its place, standing out as the only Caribbean destination to be featured in the country category and praised for its rich culture, breathtaking natural landscapes and renowned hospitality,” the release noted.

According to Mitchell, it was a proud moment for the twin nation, placing us on the world map in an exciting way.

Lonely Planet praised the country’s vibrant food scene and highlighted Carnival as a major attraction. It also noted the country’s eco-tourism options including hiking, turtle watching and bird watching at the Asa Wright Nature Centre.